14 hours
Daily Tour
10 people
English, Espanol, German
Our guide and driver will greet you at your hotel in Antalya at 07:30 am, initiating a fascinating day-long journey to Konya. During the scenic 3-hour drive, with intermittent breaks, we’ll reach the Mevlana Museum, the mausoleum of Rumi, a revered mystic and Sufi thinker. This site, also known as ‘Mevlana Müzesi,’ houses Rumi’s tomb and an adjacent museum displaying artifacts from his life and the Seljuk era. The exhibits encompass ancient manuscripts, hand-crafted copies of the Quran, musical instruments from Rumi’s time, and various artworks.
Following the museum visit, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, our exploration continues with a visit to the Alaeddin Mosque, distinguished by its unique Turkish architecture featuring wooden columns that support the entire structure. The mosque’s courtyard is home to a burial ground for the Sultans. Concluding our journey, we’ll explore the Ince Minareli Medrese, a theological school known for its remarkable portal gate, a standout example of Turkish architecture.
The tour wraps up around 8:30 pm – 9:00 pm, and we’ll ensure your safe return to your hotel.
Mevlana Museum: Explore the Mevlana Museum, the final resting place of the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic, Rumi. Delve into the lodge’s important areas, including the Tombs, Ritual Hall, kitchens, and the Holy Tilavet Chamber, where Quran readings and chants take place.
Aladdin Mosque: Discover Aladdin Hill Park in the heart of Konya, featuring the Aladdin Mosque, dating back to the 12th to 13th century. Admire the mosque’s Seljuk architecture, and explore the courtyard, where eight Seljuk kings rest in peace.
Ince Minaret and Madrasa Museum: Visit the Ince Minaret and Madrasa, a 13th-century building turned museum showcasing wooden and stonework art. Marvel at carved sculptures, relief work, and exquisite minaret and entrance carvings.
Azizye Mosque: Wrap up the day with a visit to the Azizye Mosque, a 17th-century architectural gem in the Karatay district. Marvel at its distinctive design, rebuilt after a fire in 1867, and learn about its history and significance.
The primary language for group tour guidance is English or multilingual available. Tours in languages other than English are available exclusively as private tours. Please note that there might be a price variation for different languages. Kindly specify your preferred language for the tour if it's not English!
Tour fees include professional English guide service or assistant service. In half-day tours, meals are not included, but in full-day tours, a set menu or open buffet meal is generally included. Kindly refer to the tour description for a detailed breakdown of included and excluded services.
In group tours, hotel pick-up and drop-off are generally included. Rarely, some tours do not include hotel pick-up and drop-off or just drop-off. All private tours include hotel pickup and drop-off. Please read the description carefully to find out.
