Konya Tours
Private Konya & Rumi Tours
Walk in Rumi's footsteps at the Mevlana Museum, admire Seljuk tilework and witness the whirling dervish Sema — Konya's spiritual heritage with expert private guiding.
Planning your route? Read the Konya travel guide for stay length, best months and things to do — then book private tours below.
Konya — city of Rumi and the Seljuks
Konya is Turkey's spiritual capital — home to Jalaluddin Rumi (Mevlana), whose tomb draws pilgrims year-round. Seljuk sultans left Alaeddin Mosque, Ince Minare Medrese and turquoise tile masterpieces. Private tours explain Sufi philosophy without rushing the museum's sacred atmosphere.
Mevlana Museum and whirling dervishes
The Mevlana Museum houses Rumi's tomb, dervish artifacts and calligraphy. Evening Sema ceremonies feature whirling dervishes in white robes — tickets are limited; we reserve ahead and brief you on silence and photography rules. December Şeb-i Arus commemorations require very early booking.
Seljuk architecture and pacing
Beyond Mevlana, Konya preserves medieval Seljuk capital sites often missed by bus tours. Allow a full day for museums and mosques; conservative dress applies at active religious sites. Summer heat is intense — morning touring works best.
Fitting Konya into a longer Turkey route
Konya sits between Cappadocia and the Mediterranean — fly from Istanbul or drive from Goreme (3–4 hours). Spiritual seekers pair Konya with Mardin or southeast heritage packages. Tell us your interests for a seamless multi-city quote.
Available Tours
Visit Rumi's tomb at the Mevlana Museum, Alaeddin Mosque and Seljuk masterpieces with an expert cultural guide.
Witness the sacred Sema ceremony and explore Konya's spiritual heritage with a guide who explains Rumi's philosophy.