Ceremonial Village
Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes ceremony w/optional hotel transfer
The Sema ceremony represents the mystical journey of man's spiritual ascent through love and his search for truth and perfection. It is believed that once man has returned from his spiritual journey, he can love and be of service to all creatures surrounding him. Tonight, you have the opportunity to experience an authentic Cappadocian ceremony and witness an ancient Turkish ritual.
You will be collected from your accommodation in Cappadocia and transported by luxury air-conditioned transport to the caravanserais, (caravan places). These abodes were built when trade across Turkey in medieval Seljuk times was dependent on camel trains. The buildings provided accommodation for the merchants and stabling for their animals. Today these ancient structures are the site of The Sema.
The ceremony lasts for one hour and during this time your friendly and professional English-speaking guide will talk you through the ceremony and introduce you to Serbet, a traditional religious libation
Amritsar Wagah Border Flag Ceremony.
Our Wagah border tour assists all customers in meeting their needs. Our experienced guide's assistance makes a significant difference on this tour. The journey begins at our visitors' accommodation, which is located in the heart of Amritsar. Your guide will assist you with all of the hassle-free entry procedures and will help you escape the massive crowds at the Wagah border gate. On your route to the Wagah border, you'll stop by the last village on the Indian side of the border to see the India-Pakistan border barriers, which are guarded by BSF soldiers.
The Wagah Border Flag Ceremony, also known as the Beating Retreat Ceremony, is the most popular attraction. It is held every day. Every evening before sunset, the Army (soldiers) of India and Pakistan convene at the Wagha Border and engage in a 30-minute Rhetoric Retreat to exhibit and parade the military's camaraderie and showmanship on both sides.
Please Note : We don't provide any vip seat or privileged entry.
Monk Blessing Ceremony in Siem Reap
Witness a Buddhist ceremony to cleanse bad elements and request the aid of Buddha. Witness the monks of Siem Reap as they chant and perform rituals to cleanse karma, and create a positive environment. Understand these traditions during this 1.5-hour tour offered in the morning and afternoon.
visit Lawai Pottery Village & Natadola Beach Kava Ceremony & meke
Experience the culture and natural beauty of Fiji on a 7-hour tour from Nadi. You’ll meet some villagers as you tour Veisabasaba, and enjoy the white sands and turquoise waters of Natadola Beach. Have the option to upgrade with activities such as horseback riding, massage, and snorkeling. Includes snacks, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
Melukat – The Purification Ceremony at Tirta Empul Temple
Experience the Excellence of Our Bali Tours:
⭐ Tukad Cepung Waterfall
⭐ Tegalalang Rice Terrace
⭐ Elephant Cave
⭐ Tirta Empul Temple
⭐ Kanto Lampo Waterfall
⭐ Tibumana Waterfall
Why Choose Us? Because you deserve top-tier service at reasonable prices, offering the same level of excellence as more expensive options.
"Embark on a serene adventure to Tirta Empul Temple. Our guided tour ensures a hassle-free experience as you explore this hidden gem tucked away in Bali's lush jungles. Relax by the cascading waters, take a refreshing dip, and immerse yourself in nature. With expert local guides and convenient transportation, this Tirta Empul Temple tour promises a memorable escape."
Cappadocia Dervishes Ceremony (Original one in Historical Caravansarai)
Whirling Dervish Ceremony: It is known as the most mystical dance in the world, created and developed with the inspiration of Rumi (1207-1273). It taught by Shams-i Tabriz to Mevlana. In fact, when looked more deeply, it is the ritual of the Mevlevi dervishes. It can be summarized as the ritual they perform by opening their arms to both sides, turning their right palm to the sky and turning their left palm to the earth, and taking them from God and giving them to the people, accompanied by instruments such as the Ney. (Reed Flute) Here, music is an instrument that helps meditation.
*This a real dervish ceremony, not touristic show
*The dervishes are real and musicians are live
*The historical building is exotic and unique
syrup is complimentery.
*Evening time Light show about the formations of Cappadocia.
* Transfer from hotel to Dervish House and back to hotel (13km from Goreme)
* The show starts at 18.00 .
Ubud Shamanic Healing and Purification Ceremony
Shamanic Healing and Holy Water Purification is something not only to show to the tourist who visit Bali. As Balinese we also do this kind of activity.
Shamanic Healing itself is more like a phisycal healing, awaken chakra, transfer positive energy, and blessing with holy water by the Shaman / Healer.
Holy Water Purification that will take a place in Holy Water temple wich is the temple call Mengening temple. Holy water purification, known as melukat, is a sacred ritual aimed at cleansing the mind, body, and spirit. This ritual, deeply rooted in Balinese Hinduism. This purification ritual is often performed to mark new beginnings, seek spiritual protection, or prepare for major life events. It’s a deeply personal and communal experience, often leaving participants feeling renewed and spiritually refreshed.
Wagah Border Flag Retreat Ceremony
Our Wagah border tour is designed to meet the needs of travelers who wants to have some fun and adventure in the holy city Amritsar. This tour will provide you a comfortable drive at India's longest highway, Grand trunk road towards Wagah border. On the way our guide and driver will show you some old tanks and canons used by Indian army at 1965 & 1971 war with Pakistan. You will also get to visit some of the off beat places before border. Pul Kanjari, 200 year old Heritage sight & the last village of India from where you can see the border fences with lush green wheat and rice farms. After reaching the border stadium the you will be guided with all necessary instructions to be followed which will help you betting the right place to sit & enjoy the entire ceremony.
Orongo Ceremonial Center on Easter Island
We will take a historical tour through the mysterious and ancient Rapanui culture, its traditions, beliefs, and customs.
You will visit archeological sites like Vinapu, known for its stonework, and Orongo, the ceremonial village where the famous Tangata Manu competition took place. The highlight of the tour is the panoramic view from the Rano Kau volcano.
Cappadocia Whirling Dervish Ceremony
The Sema ceremony represents a mystical journey of man's spiritual ascent through love, finding the truth and reaching "Perfect". Then he returns from this spiritual journey as a man who has reached maturity and perfection to love and serve all creatures regardless of faith, class or race. With the Cappadocia Whirling Dervish Hat (the tombstone of his ego) and his white skirt (the cover of his ego), the dervish is spiritually born into the truth. When he takes off his black cloak, he travels and progresses from the heavens to spiritual maturity. Keeping his arms crossed at the beginning and at every stage of the Sema, he represents the number one and bears witness to the oneness of Allah.
Home-cooked dinner & Baci ceremony with Villagers in Ban Nasang
With the help of your native host, you'll discover the unique flavors of local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients and learn to cook 5 typical dishes. Feast your creation with the Locals in a traditional Lao style.
The Ancestral Naming Ceremony and Home Coming Experience
A unique opportunity to reconnect and reunite with your culture, roots and bloodline. You will receive a traditional African name, which is given to you according to the day of the week you are born and enjoy the village life such as clay pottery making, participate in a traditional cultural performances that will be displayed to welcome you in to the community by the locals.
This experience is for the descendants only, as it is a special pilgrimage for special healing process for us! A non descendant must be an ally of black right movement!(Spouse/black family member partaking) This is an energy upliftment where, you experience how Africans lived like kings and queens on their own before the they were stolen to the Cape Coast dungeons and to the new world. You also get to see the beauty of the countryside.
We advise you take a bit of cash with you as you might wanna buy some of the beautiful Africans beads as gifts home, and also a bit of donation to support what they do!
Las Vegas Night Flight Helicopter Wedding Ceremony
An unforgettable wedding experience is waiting for you in Las Vegas, where you can say ‘I do’ in your own private, luxury, AStar helicopter! The minister will marry you on board as you fly over the dazzling Las Vegas Strip. Included in your package are round-trip Las Vegas hotel transportation by private Luxury Mercedes Benz Sprinter, Photographer including 75 photos, space in a private helicopter for up to five people (including bride and groom), Champagne, Minister's fee, a 12-rose bouquet and a boutonniere.
Dervishes (Sema) Ceremony in Cappadocia
The Semâ ceremony represents all a mystical journey of man's spiritual ascent through love, deserts his ego, finds the truth and arrives to the Perfec. Then he returns from this spiritual journeys as a man who reached maturity and a greater perfection, so as to love and to be of service to the whole creation, to all creatures without discriminating in regard to belief, class, or race. The dervish with his head-dress(his ego's tombstone), his white skirt (his ego's shroud) is spiritually born to the truth, by removing his black cloak, he journeys and advances to spiritual maturity through the stages of the Semâ. At the onset and each stage of the Semâ holding his arms crosswise he represents number one, and testifies to God's unity. While whirling his arms are open, his right hand directed to the sky ready to receive God's beneficence, gazing his left hand turned toward the earth, he turns from right to left, pivoting around the heart.
Tea ceremony experience with simple kimono in Okinawa
You will experience the Japanese culture Tea Ceremony in the traditional tea room, which is probably not found anywhere else in Okinawa. Our experienced instructor will teach you how to enter through the small entrance of the tea room and introduce each tea utensil. After that, you will move to the room where Ryu-Rei-style, tables and chairs for tea ceremony are set. At the tables, you will enjoy having Japanese and Okinawan sweets before having the bitter tea. Then, you will learn how to treat each tea tool, and finally you will make your own green tea, matcha and taste. Tea Ceremony experience while wearing a simple kimono will surely become a good memory of your trip. Everyone is welcome.
*Minimum 2 people, maximum 8 people. *Reservation required at least 3 days before the experience.
Unique Cleansing Ceremony with Locals
Enjoy a new and unique experience of the Balinese ancient heritage and culture. Here we will take you to join the cleansing ceremony – a spiritual ceremony which Balinese believe will make you get rid of negativity and find balance and harmony in your body, gain more clarity in the direction you want to go in life. We will also visit temples to see and understand more about the beauty of Balinese culture.
Purification Ceremony in sacred Jungle Temple Bali
On this excursion, you will not only discover the spirituality in the everyday life of the Balinese, but also immerse yourself deeply in this faith during a blessing and purification ceremony – called Melukat in Bali. An introduction to Hinduism and Brahmin culture, which isn´t usually given to foreigners, is an important part of your experience and you will gain an insight into Balinese traditions.
The Balinese priest (called Mangku) prepared the ceremony especially for you with rice, flowers – different colours for each part of the ceremony, fragrant incense sticks and holy water. All are carefully crafted for purification and blessing purposes.
The cleaning and blessing ceremony is intended to refresh body and mind and provide space for new experiences. The impact on nature, the local people and their way of life remains minimal, instead you´ve the opportunity to engage intensively with them and thus make a contribution to the preservation of authentic village structures.
Melukat Purification Ceremony at Suradayu Temple
This experience may not be bookable for EU travelers. Contact us for booking on WhatsApp at +62 816 857 857.
Suradayu Temple offers a rare opportunity to experience the Melukat Water Purification Ceremony in an intimate and peaceful setting, surrounded by the lush greenery of Manukaya Village, Bali. For travelers seeking a more serene alternative, this temple is a hidden gem where nature and the divine blend harmoniously.
Our knowledgeable guide will lead you step-by-step through the entire purification process, ensuring you fully understand the meaning behind each ritual. You’ll be immersed in the spiritual atmosphere as you cleanse both body and soul in the sacred waters, reconnecting with nature and the gods.
Book now to experience an authentic and meaningful Melukat Ceremony in one of Bali’s most serene locations!
Experience the Traditional Whirling Dervish Ceremony in Pamukkale
Expect to feel a unique and special atmosphere, and to understand the lifestyle and the beliefs of Sufi Muslim Ascetics, with a ceremony that you will remember for a long time. This experience is available in the evening, and begins with a pick-up service from your hotel. With a short drive, you will arrive at the village of Karahayit, where the ceremony takes place. Upon your entrance, get ready to experience the unique atmosphere of this place, and to feel the flawless mysticism. Even though many believe that this is a show, please keep in mind that it is an actual ceremony. Therefore, make yourself comfortable, and avoid interruptions.
✅ The musical ceremony provides an insight into spiritualism among the Mawlawi Order.
✅ Be captivated as the semazens dance and chant their way around the stage.
✅ See an extraordinary dance show that dates back 800 years.
✅ Watch the miraculous whirling dervishes .
Ghana: Traditional Naming Ceremony and Boat Cruise Experience
This is a private tour for individual, corporate organizations, group of individuals known by themselves, travel agents that organize group tours.
Experience the rich culture in the Volta Region of Ghana for firsthand participation in traditional naming processes, drumming and dancing ushering you onto the beginning of the naming ceremony when you embark on this cultural tour which also include Boat Cruise on Volta River.
Just about one and half hour drive from Accra to the village, it presents to tourists the opportunity to see countryside with beautiful landscapes while driving to the village.
At Torgorme, the lovely and cheerfully community members gathered to welcome you with traditional drumming and dancing to the ceremonial ground. The ceremony starts by pouring of libation to our Ancestors to ask them for success of the ceremony. After that, the community elder will start to explain how a newly born child is named according to Ewe customs and traditions.