8-9 hours
Luxurious A/C vehicles
Carefully-selected boutique restaurant
Sultanhani Caravanserai, Mevlana Museum, lunch & Ince Minareli Medrese
Everyday of the Year
Private Tour
The tours we offer are designed for those who prefer a relaxed pace, comprehensive insights from knowledgeable guides, local meals in small boutique restaurants (we avoid large bus group venues with open-buffet lunches), and a small group experience. If you prefer tours that visit many sites quickly, these may not align with your expectations.
Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Cappadocia at 08:30 AM, and we will begin our journey by driving to one of the most important historical sites along the ancient Silk Road: Sultanhani Caravanserai. This is one of the biggest caravanserais on the Silk Road and dates back to the 13th century. The caravanserai once served as a rest stop for merchants and travelers journeying along the Silk Road, providing shelter, food, and safety. Upon arrival, our guide will provide you with fascinating insights about the Silk Road, its historical significance, and how these caravanserais played a vital role in facilitating trade and cultural exchange between the East and the West.
After visiting Sultanhani, we will continue our journey with a 1.5-hour drive to Konya, home to the Mevlana Museum, an essential stop for anyone interested in spiritual and cultural history. The Mausoleum of Rumi (known as Mevlana Müzesi in Turkish) is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in Turkey and is a must-see destination in Konya. The mausoleum houses the tomb of the famous mystic, Sufi philosopher, and thinker Rumi, whose teachings of love and tolerance continue to inspire millions around the world. In Turkish, he is affectionately known as Mevlana, but his full name is Mawlana Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Balkhi-Rumi.
The museum also includes a neighboring exhibit displaying relics from Rumi's life and the 13th century. As you explore, you’ll encounter old manuscripts, including hand-written copies of the Koran, musical instruments that were used during Rumi’s time, and a variety of art works dating back to the Seljuk era. These exhibits offer a profound connection to the time of Rumi and provide deeper insight into the Sufi tradition. After immersing yourself in the rich spiritual atmosphere of the museum, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant where you can savor authentic Turkish cuisine.
Our final stop of the day will be the Ince Minareli Medrese, a stunning example of Islamic architecture in Turkey. This theological school, built in the 13th century, is famous for its amazing portal gate, which is considered one of the best examples of Islamic architecture in the country. The intricacy and beauty of the gate, combined with the historical importance of the building itself, make this an unforgettable stop. The medrese was once an educational institution for religious scholars, and it now serves as a museum showcasing the artistic and intellectual legacy of the Seljuk period.
After exploring the Ince Minareli Medrese, the tour will end around 17:00 – 17:30, and we will drive you back to your hotel, allowing you to reflect on the remarkable cultural and spiritual history you’ve experienced throughout the day.
The rate list for this private tour will be as:
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Pick-up from your hotel
Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
Transportation with luxury vehicles
Entrance Tickets
Lunch
Parking fees
Water during the day
Drop-off to your hotel
Drinks (at lunch)
Any Private Expenses
Tips to the drivers and guides
When you contact us about the trip, we'll provide you with an itinerary based on the current "real-time" availability. The tour's availability might change until your payment is received through our secure form. When we accept your reservation; all rates and program are guaranteed.
When you made your reservations with our travel agent, we'll need a 30% deposit to finalize everything. We provide a 256-bit SSL encrypted form on our website that you may use to securely submit your credit card information. After we receive your deposit, we will confirm your reservation and send you a travel voucher within 1 business day. You may pay the remaining balance before or after the trip in our agency's office. In our office, we accept all major currencies for cash payments, as well as Visa or MasterCard.
To confirm this itinerary, please provide us with the details of your hotel in Cappadocia so that we may arrange a pick-up/drop-off service. All hotels in Cappadocia qualify for complimentary pick-up/drop-off services.
Below is the general guideline for our cancellation policy if your agent does not mention otherwise:
Cancellation Policy for Daily & Private Tours:
If you cancel 48 hours before the tour, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 48 hours to 24 hours before the tour, we will charge 50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 24 hours of the tour , we will charge the full amount as cancellation fee.
We cannot give any refund on no-shows for the tour.
*for large groups, please ask to your agent for the cancellation policy and booking requirements.