Highlights

Explore Catahoyuk, one of the world’s oldest Neolithic settlements, offering a window into early urban life.
Visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya, the spiritual center and mausoleum of the legendary Rumi.
Discover Alaaddin Mosque and the Seljuk Palace ruins, emblematic landmarks that echo Konya’s medieval grandeur.
Hassle-free travel with round-trip flights and airport transfers included from Istanbul to Konya.

Inclusions

Istanbul – Konya Flight Ticket (Roundtrip)
1-night accommodation in Konya with breakfast
Istanbul Hotel – Airport Transfers (Roundtrip)
Konya Hotel – Airport Transfers (Roundtrip)
2 Lunches on the program
Entrance Fees for the sights in the program
Transportations by air-conditioned non-smoking tour coaches
Group based 2-days Catalhoyuk and Konya day tours

Exclusions

Personal expenses
Beverages during lunchs
Dinner

Remarks

Exact pickup times and flight timings will be given at the time of booking.
You are kindly requested to present yourself at the departure point 15 minutes prior the pre-advised departure time.
Comfortable shoes and a hat is recommended as shade is limited in summer time.
The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
Please note that this tour may not be available during the winter season due to snow.

2-Day Mevlana Rumi & Catalhoyuk Tour from Istanbul

Embark on a fascinating 2-day journey from Istanbul to Konya, the heart of Seljuk heritage and Sufi mysticism. This tour includes round-trip flights, a comfortable hotel stay, and guided visits to the world-famous Mevlana Rumi Museum and the ancient Neolithic site of Catalhoyuk.

Day 1 – Flight to Konya & City Tour

Your journey begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Istanbul to the airport.

04:00 – Pick-up from your Istanbul hotel (pickup time depends on hotel location and flight schedule).
07:45 – Flight from Istanbul to Konya. (subject to availability and the tour date).
08:55 – Arrival at Konya Airport.

Start your Konya exploration with a guided city tour:

Mevlana Museum – Visit the mausoleum of Jalal ad-Din Rumi, the spiritual leader of the Mevlevi Sufi order (Whirling Dervishes). Explore sections like the Tilavet Chamber, Semâ-Hâne (Ritual Hall), Matbah (Kitchen), and tombs of Rumi and other Mevlevi members.
Selimiye Mosque – Admire this 16th-century Ottoman mosque built by Sultan Selim II, located right next to the Mevlana Museum.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant – Savor authentic Konya cuisine at a traditional eatery.
Meram District & Tavusbaba Tomb – Enjoy a panoramic tour of Meram, famous for its gardens and serenity, and visit the Seljuk-era holy site dedicated to Sufi saint Tavus Mehmet El-Hindi.
Karatay Madrasah – Discover this historical Islamic school, now a museum featuring exquisite Seljuk tile art.
Alaaddin Mosque – Conclude your Konya city tour at the largest mosque of the Seljuk period, offering panoramic views of Konya.

17:00 – The tour is over. We will transfer you to your hotel. Overnight stay in Konya.

Day 2 – Catalhoyuk Archaeological Site & Return to Istanbul

08:30 AM – After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Catalhoyuk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the earliest urban settlements in the world (over 9,000 years old).

At Catalhoyuk, you will:

Walk through the excavated mudbrick houses built without streets, connected by rooftops.
See ancient wall paintings, reliefs, and artifacts reflecting spiritual and daily life.
Learn how Neolithic people lived, farmed, and worshiped in one of history’s first communities.
Discover why Çatalhöyük is called a “cradle of civilization” for its role in shaping agriculture and early society.

17:00 – After the tour, you will be transferred to Konya Airport to fly back to Istanbul.
20:35 – Flight from Konya to Istanbul (subject to availability).
21:50– Arrival at an airport in Istanbul. We will welcome you at the exit of the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.

Thank you for joining this unforgettable 2-day experience from Istanbul to Konya & Catalhoyuk!