2-Day Konya Mevlana & Catalhoyuk from Istanbul

2 Days Group Guided By Coach + Plane Everyday Konya, Catalhoyuk

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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!

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