We wanted to have a local Turkish cultural experience which is why we signed up to go for the dervish ceremony. Tickets are excessively priced and it was an absolute waste of our money. The hotel booked the ceremony for us with a transfer to the ceremony location. When the show started there was music and singing which was great and thereafter, repetitive movement from the dervish dancers. There was no explanation from anyone running the show as to what the importance and significance was behind the movements, the spinning and postures. We were given pamphlets that explained this but this was not enough. We found the show boring as the performers repeated the same chanting and spinning for an hour. A suggestion would be to have a narrator speak in between so that the audience can understand exactly what is going on. Unless this is done, do not waste your money going to this dervish ceremony.
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Debra K
April 16, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Whirling Dervishes
The Whirling Dervishes was a very solemn and thought provoking show. It was very spiritual and showed traditional Turkish culture.
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kaoru27tw
March 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A must-visit itinerary
The overall trip takes about two hours, which is a very special experience. You are not allowed to eat, drink or take photos during the process, but there will be time for taking photos at the end. The singing and music performance of the ceremony are very impressive. It is very worthwhile to be able to enjoy it so close. One of the must-do itineraries when coming to Cappadocia! !
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109nawelleb
March 16, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful ceremony and good organization
Very good on all points. Very beautiful ceremony, explanations on a brochure in French (quite rare in the region), and best of all, a car came to pick us up in front of the hotel and took us back after the show. Everything is simple and fluid, I really recommend this activity.