Konya Sheb-i Arus Tour with Ziya Azazi
Join us for the Konya Şeb-i Arus Tour with Ziya Azazi. This December, immerse yourself in a world imbued with ancient Sufi traditions and spiritual miracles during the unforgettable Şeb-i Arus celebrations, when thousands from all over the world gather in honor of the great Sufi poet, Mevlâna Jalaluddin Rumi.
 
A Mystical Journey to the Heart of Anatolia
Date: December 16-18, 2024 Location: Anemon Grand Konya Hotel
Konya: December 16-18  
In Konya, the eternal resting place of Mevlâna, be part of this once-a-year, extraordinary celebration filled with artifacts and lifestyle of the era, mystical music, and whirling ceremonies.
  • International Şeb-i Arus Ceremonies - Mevlâna Culture Center
  • Lecture: Ziya Azazi - "Dervish In Progress as an Artistic Instrument"
  • Guided Tour: Tracing the footsteps of Sufi culture
  • Free evening in Konya: Experience various mystical music performances and rituals
Anemon Grand Konya Hotel A 5-star hotel in the city center hosting our 2-night stay in Konya, including breakfast and dinner.
 
Program Schedule:
December 16, Monday - Day 1
  • 12:00 Check-in at Anemon Hotel, Konya
  • 16:00 Welcome + Talk by Ziya Azazi
  • 18:30 Dinner at the hotel
  • 20:00 Mevlâna International Reunion Ceremony - 751st Anniversary "Şeb-i Arus" organized by the Ministry of Culture, Mevlâna Culture Center
December 17, Tuesday - Day 2
  • 09:00 Breakfast at the hotel
  • 10:30 Konya City Tour (Rumi’s Tomb and Mevlâna Museum, Tomb and Mosque of Shams-i Tabrizi, Konyanüma Panorama Museum)
  • 18:30 Dinner at the hotel
  • 20:00 Free time to explore various mystical music performances and rituals
December 18, Wednesday - Day 3
  • 09:00 Breakfast at the hotel
  • 12:00 Check-out
What to Bring:
  • Weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor tours and city exploration
  • Knee-length clothing and headscarves for women for tomb and mosque visits
Weather Conditions: Konya daytime high: +9°C, nighttime low: 0°C
 
Extras:
  • Museum and historical site entrance fees
  • Lunches
  • Beverages at dinner
Payment Details:
  • Double Room: 21,000 TL per person (including taxes)
  • Single Room: 24,800 TL per person (including taxes)
  • DIP Family Discount: 15% off (for those who have attended at least 5 DIP workshops. Please message us to receive your discount code)
  • DIPTEP Discount: 20% off (valid for DIPTEP graduates and students. Please message us to receive your discount code)