Konya Seljuk Heritage Tours: A Journey Through Time

This tour program is a professional guided tour program that includes the main attractions of Konya such as the museum&Tomb of Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi ,madrasahs from Seljuk time,Alaeddin mosque & ruins of the Seljuk palace,old Roman village and churches.This program also includes walking in the Old bazaar and visiting the felt art house. Private transportation ,professional guidance, Ala Carte lunch with drinks, all the admission fees are included in the tours. If you are coming to Konya for 1 day ,this program is right for you. You can check detailed itinerary below..

The Rumi Route is a self guided audio tour that gives insight into Rumi's life and times by touching on the Seljuk era, the city of Konya, the Whirling Dervish, Anatolian carpets, Sufi music - and Seljuk Cuisine. The Sufi mystic Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī, usually referred to as Rumi in the West, spent most of his adult life in Konya during the 13th century. Following in his father's footsteps, Rumi became a scholar. His friendship with Shams e Tabrizi inspired a phenomenal output of poetry; his major contribution lies in Islamic philosophy and Tasawwof (Sufism).

Having been a sanctuary for early Christians,Cappadocia is an open air museum full of unequal natural and cultural components.The region of Cappadocia is located in the middle of a once-active volcanic area of central Anatolia.With its unique natural features displaying a harmonious combination of natural and cultural landscape elements,Cappadocia is an enchanting open-air museum and an unparalleled example of the common cultural heritage of humanity. This program includes the main attractions of Cappadocia such as Goreme Open Air Museum that consist many rock-carved churches,Uchisar castle which is huge rock-carved castle,Undergrpund city, fairy chimneys ,many interesting rock formations.On the way, we will visit Sultanhanı caravansarai. Private transportation ,professional guidance, lunch with drinks, all the admission fees are included in the tours. You can check detailed itinerary. Cappadocia takes 3 hours from Konya. The tour ends around 5 pm, and back in Konya around 8 pm.

This is a half day tour including Catalhuyuk Archelogical Site & Boncuklu Huyuk Archeological site and Konya Archeological Museum. Catalhüyük Archeological site which is in UNESCO World Heritage List, is obviously the largest, most developed and one of the oldest city settlement in the World. It dates back to the Neolithic period (7200-6500 BC),and it is known to have been the first proto-city settlement in Anatolia. Boncuklu Huyuk archelogical site which dates back to the Neolithic period is 10 km from Çatalhüyük . 10.000 years ago it was part of a revolution which made settled life in houses and farming a normal part of people’s lives. If you are interested in archeology and prehistory it is definitely the best places you should see. We offer you private transportation and a very special tour accompanied by informative , friendly ,reliable and professional guide.

Konya is located at an altitude of about 1,200 m and is waiting for you with numerous sights. It also has numerous modern shopping centers and a contemporary infrastructure. Konya was the religious center in the Seljuk and Ottoman eras. Noteworthy cultural monuments bear witness to this great history. Over 2 million tourists visit the city of Konya every year, which is of great cultural and historical importance, for example because of the Mevlana Museum.

Konya is the record book of the secrets. All the secrets of religion, meditation ,philosophy ,thinking are hidden in this city. Everyone must come to the steps of Konya because the epistles of universal peace are buried here. Sufism is the way of the heart ,the way of the pureness,the inner mystical path of Islam. It is the path which takes the seeker to the divine presence. The Sufi surrenders to God, in love, over and over. Each person is a unique representative of the divine. The Sufis say ''If human beings knew their own inner secrets ,never would they look elsewhere for seeking happiness ,peace ,and inner light.'' We invite you on a journey to your inner world ,where enlightenment may come from this tolerance ocean..

Set off for Konya along the ancient Silk Road, stopping to visit the 13th-century Sultanhan Caravanserai en route. Arrive in Konya and visit Mausoleum of Mevlana, the world-famous mystic. Afterwards, a lunch of local specialities, visit the Ottoman Sultan Selim Mosque and 1000-year old Alaaddin Mosque, located on the prehistoric tumulus of Alaaddin Hill. Proceed to the Thin Minaret Mosque as well as Sille's magnificent rock formed Byzantine church Aya Elena before heading back to Cappadocia.

Take a spiritual journey to Konya for the travelers who are keen on learning more about Rumi's philosophy and history.  Konya is a kind of open air museum by representing the treasure of old civilizations from the ages with the finest examples as well as having  religious celebrations called as "Seb-i Arus" which is run every year between 10th-17th December. Konya city is the largest city of Turkey with its acreage. Because of its location,travelers will have chance to see not only famous visiting points with its rich history and culture taking a place in the list of UNESCO World Heritage but also with its rich industry and fertile agriculture.

Understand the famous mystic spiritual leader and poet, Rumi, in the context of his own surroundings. Witness his followers performing the compelling ritual he designed to bring humans closer to the infinite. Explore the archıtectural treasures of the medieval Seljuk sultans.

Private Konya tour is the most comprehensive Konya tour done from Istanbul specially designed as best Islamic concept tour . We show you the best of Konya at your own comfort with only provide Islamic History Expert professional government licensed tour guides and we do not do tours with taxi drivers or local students and etc. Plus we pick you up from your own place in Istanbul and drop you back to your place after the tour with private transportation. Visit Konya with the best Konya tour company in Turkey and get the best information about Konya , Sufis ,Whirling Dervishes, Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi ,Seljuk Empire and Islamic History of Konya.

Cover four of Turkey’s most unbeatable sites during this action-packed, all-inclusive adventure, which makes stops at Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. Skip the hassles of arranging your own transport and accommodations and settle back for an unforgettable journey across fairytale landscapes, ancient monuments, and traditional restaurants. Perfect for first-time visitors or anyone short on time, you’ll be guaranteed an in-depth look at the country’s unforgettable highlights.

2 night Cappadocia 1 night Konya 2 night Antalya 1 night Pamukkale 2 night Ephesus and daily tours

Book the fastest and most reliable airport shuttle service in Cappadocia. Your professional driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you directly to your hotel.

Embark on a captivating private trip from Antalya to Konya, immersing yourself in the rich history and cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire. Our expert-guided tour takes you on a journey through time, beginning with a visit to the Thin Minaret Mosque in Antalya, an architectural gem showcasing Ottoman elegance. Continuing to Konya, we explore the Mausoleum of Mevlana, where the revered Sufi poet Rumi rests, providing a glimpse into the spiritual traditions that shaped the empire. Delve into the grandeur of Ottoman architecture at the Sultan Selim Mosque and the Alaaddin Mosque, while the Sultanhanı Caravanserai reveals the vital role of trade and travel. This immersive experience promises a captivating exploration of the Ottoman Empire's legacy, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for its historical significance.

Beysehir lake is the third largest lake in Turkey, and as a result of chemical reactions it has formed many islands, which are the remains of cavernous geological structures. The lake was accepted as a first grade natural site area in 1991. Lake Beysehir ,which has the largest freshwater reserves of Turkey,has a rich biological diversity both in the water and in the islands and coasts. The islands provide a home for thousands of water birds which nest there, including swans, cormorants, ducks and divers. Species of trees here include juniper, blackpine, firs, cedar and oak. In addition to the natural beauty of the area, it also has an interesting history as it was governed by Hittites, Friesian, Lydias, Persians and Byzantines. Finally, the Anatolian Seljuks conquered the area, and since then it has been under the reign of the Turks. Beysehir is 90 km from Konya.