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Whirling Dervishes Tour
Whirling Dervishes Show
Ages : 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 12-14h
Start time: 9:00
Confirmation: Immediately After Reservation by WhatsApp & Email
What's included
- Hotel Pick-up & drop-off ( If is in city center )
- Lunch+ Water + 1 Soft Drink
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Speaking Guide
- Entrance Fees
- Ferry
- Cable Car
What's not included
- ATV Safari, Quad Biking
- Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase for those 19 years old and above
- Personel expenses during the Tour
- Tips (Optional) - Gratuities
- Activities at the top of the mountain are optional and extra
Payment Options
- To Driver By Cash
- To Driver By Credit Card
- Pay Online by Credit Card
Cancelation Policy
- Free of charge till 24 Hours before your pick-up time
- 20% charge from 24 hours till your pick-up time
Vehicle Type
- Mercedes Vito for small groups between 1-7 people
- Mercedes Sprinter for Medium groups between 8-15 people
About This Tour
Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
Additional information
- Confirmation: Immediately After Reservation by WhatsApp & Email
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Due to technical issues if the cable car doesn’t operate, we can not be held responsible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity can accommodate a maximum of 40 travelers.
Other Attractions that we can include in the private tour
- Bursa City Museum
- Zindan Bursa
- Cumalikizik
- Tophane Clock Tower
- Bursa Grand Mosque
The Whirling Dervishes Tour is a unique cultural and spiritual experience. It offers a window into the mystical world of the Sufis, who seek union with God through an ecstatic dance known as the Sema. This dance is a form of meditation, where the dancers, known as the Whirling Dervishes, spin in a precise rhythm. They believe in the idea of a universal life force that can be tapped into by spinning.
The tour typically begins with an introduction to the history and significance of the Whirling Dervishes. The guide explains the symbolism of the ceremony, such as the dervishes' clothing: the black cloak represents the ego's tomb, the tall hat their tombstone, and the white skirt their shroud.
The ceremony itself is mesmerizing. The room is filled with live, haunting Sufi music that sets the tone for the dervishes' entrance. As the dervishes begin to spin, one hand pointed towards the heavens and the other towards the earth, they enter a trance-like state. Their spinning becomes faster and more fervent as the ceremony progresses. This is believed to symbolize the dervish's journey towards spiritual enlightenment.
After the ceremony, the tour often concludes with a discussion session. This is a chance to learn more about the dervishes' way of life, their beliefs, and the principles of Sufism.
In conclusion, the Whirling Dervishes Tour is not just a spectacle, but a deep, meditative experience that leaves many visitors feeling moved and inspired. It is a must-see for those interested in spirituality, religion, and cultural understanding.