Travel from Istanbul to Konya by high-speed train for a full-day cultural trip focused on the city of Rumi. Visit the Mevlana Museum, Alaeddin Mosque, Karatay Museum and Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden.
The trip includes return train tickets, lunch, the listed entrance fees, bottled water and hotel transfers to and from the train station in Istanbul. Guiding is in English. Drinks, personal expenses and tips are not included.
Allow approximately 14–16 hours, including train travel. Hotel pickup is available within the designated area; the final pickup time and train arrangements are confirmed before departure.
In coordination with our guests, they should be ready in the lobby 30 minutes before the check-in time.
Pick-up from your Istanbul hotel (Taksim or Sultanahmet area) High-speed train from Istanbul to Konya (approx. 4 hours)
Mevlana Rumi Museum: Explore the life and teachings of the famous Sufi mystic
Visit Alaeddin Mosque on Alaeddin Hill in central Konya and see its Seljuk architecture. Please dress modestly; access may be limited during prayers.
Karatay Madrasa & Ince Minare Museum: Visit historic Seljuk educational and cultural centers
Visit Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden, an indoor tropical garden where you can see butterflies among exotic plants. Admission is included.
Transfer to Konya high-speed train station High-speed train from Konya to Istanbul (approx. 4 hours) Drop to your Istanbul hotel (Taksim or Sultanahmet area)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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