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7 Days Alevi Cultural & Spiritual Heritage Tour

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Duration
7 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical Level
Easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Highlights

  • Visit to the Hacı Bektaş Veli Complex and Balım Sultan Tomb, exploring the spiritual heritage of the Bektashi order.
  • Journey to Sivas, paying respects at Pir Sultan Abdal’s resting place and visiting Âşık Veysel’s home to experience the voice of Anatolian poets.
  • Exploration of Hubyar Sultan’s sacred grounds and the historic city of Tokat, with its caravanserais, narrow streets, and timeless architecture.
  • Descend into the mystical chambers of Ballıca Cave, visit the Tomb of Keçeci Baba, and enjoy views from Zile Castle.
  • Arrival in Istanbul, sailing on the Bosphorus and experiencing the city’s blend of East and West.
  • Evening visit to Sultanahmet including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Hippodrome for a cultural and historical immersion.
  • Free time in Istanbul on the final day for reflection, last walks, or souvenir shopping before departure.

Overview

Route

Starts from
Cappadocia
Ends in
Istanbul
Pickup Location
Kayseri Erkilet Airport
Dropoff Location
Istanbul Airport
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Itinerary

(Dinner Included )
Upon arrival in Cappadocia, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and take in the unique atmosphere of this extraordinary region, known for its surreal landscapes and ancient heritage.
Overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast Lunch And Dinner Included )
Today we step into the heart of the Dergâh. In the serene courtyard of the Hacı Bektaş Veli Complex, silence becomes prayer and memory becomes presence. We visit the Mausoleum of the great mystic, whose teachings of love and equality illuminated Anatolia. We also pay our respects at the Tomb of Balım Sultan, the second founder of the Bektashi order. Through stone chambers and sacred thresholds, we reflect on the centuries of devotion that shaped this spiritual tradition. Overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast Lunch And Dinner Included )
Passing through the dreamlike valleys of Cappadocia, we journey eastward to Sivas — a land of poets and truth-seekers.

In Banaz Village, we stand before the resting place of Pir Sultan Abdal, the rebellious voice of justice and faith. His words, carried by the saz, still echo across Anatolia.

In Sivrialan, we visit the humble home of Âşık Veysel, the blind minstrel whose poetry spoke of unity, earth, and humanity. His verses remind us that the greatest journey is the journey within.
Overnight in Sivas.

(Breakfast Lunch And Dinner Included )
Our path leads us to the sacred grounds of Hubyar Sultan, where faith and nature embrace one another. In this spiritual center, devotion flows quietly among ancient trees and gathering souls.
Later, in Tokat, history greets us through caravanserais, narrow streets, and timeless architecture — a city where civilizations have met and memories endure.
Overnight in Tokat.

(Breakfast Lunch And Dinner Included )
Today we descend into the mystical chambers of Ballıca Cave, where nature itself seems to meditate in silence.
We continue to the Tomb of Keçeci Baba, a humble sanctuary of reflection and reverence.
In Zile Castle, overlooking fertile plains, we stand where empires once declared victory — and we contemplate the victories of the spirit over the self.
Return to Tokat for overnight.

(Breakfast And Dinner Included )
A new chapter begins in Istanbul, the city where East and West embrace across the waters of the Bosphorus. As we sail between two continents, palaces and graceful minarets pass before us like living pages of history. The waters remind us of the eternal flow — of time, faith, and humanity — endlessly connecting lands and cultures.
As evening descends, we make our way to the historic peninsula for a special experience in Sultanahmet.
Sultanahmet: The Sacred City
Our final exploration unfolds in the ancient heart of Istanbul, illuminated by the soft glow of evening light. Within Hagia Sophia, we witness the profound dialogue of civilizations beneath its majestic dome. In the Blue Mosque, the harmony of devotion rises gently under domes adorned with celestial patterns. The Hippodrome, once the vibrant center of imperial life, still echoes with the memory of centuries past.
As our journey comes to an end, we carry home more than memories. We carry a deeper understanding of a living tradition rooted in love, resistance, poetry, and unity.
Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast Included )
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in the timeless city of Istanbul. Depending on your departure time, free time may be available for a last walk, personal reflection, or souvenir shopping.
At the scheduled time, transfer to Istanbul Airport. With hearts enriched and memories deeply rooted, our journey comes to a close. End of the tour.

What's included

  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Other included
  • Hygiene protocol

Not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Other not included

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