Sisterhood, Spirituality, Mysticism, Sacred Arts, Healing & LOVE
MYSTIC HEART RETREAT
Journey to the City of Hearts KONYA
With a Surprise Stop in Enchanting Istanbul
From the 2nd to the 9th April, 2026
"A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE interweaving spirituality, healing, divine connection, sacred arts, rich culture, and creative expression".
KONYA
THE HEARTBEAT OF THE MYSTIC PATH
Nestled in the vast Anatolian plains of Turkey, Konya is not just a city, it is a sanctuary of the soul, a place where the veil between the seen and unseen feels thinner.
Once home to the great Sufi mystic Jalaluddin Rumi, known simply as RUMI, the father of the Mevlevi Sufi order, whose whirling dervish has become a symbol of the soul's dance between heaven and earth Konya breathes poetry, stillness, and remembrance with every step you take.
Here, the call of the whirling dervish is not a performance BUT a prayer.
The rhythm of daily life echoes the ancient longing to return to the Beloved.
This land invites you to slow down, turn inward, and reconnect, not just with your spirit, but with the Divine presence woven into YOUR every breath.
YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
An exceptional stay filled with spirituality, healing, divine connection, sacred arts, and a rich culture.
Each day will be anchored in a spiritual theme, weaving together embodied healing, sacred expression, and deep connection to Rumi’s spiritual teachings and the land of Konya.
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Heart-centered Sisterhood & Sacred Circles
Step into a sacred space where the feminine is honored, held, and heard.
Connect with women from all walks of life, sharing stories, wisdom, healing and meals like family in an intimate & sacred space.
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Deep Healing Workshops & Guided Meditation
Deep Inner Work to release emotional weight, soothe your nervous system, reconnect to your truth, and align your heart and soul through somatic practices, heart-centered reflections, and compassionate guidance to support profound personal transformation.
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Evening gatherings around Spirituality, Sufi Poetry & Music
Surrender to Sacred Practice
enter the timeless rhythm of Rememberance, Poetry, and Prayer as living devotions. Wander through ancient mosques in contemplative silence, letting the architecture of the Divine reshape the inner landscape.
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Sacred Art Workshops
Create with Your Hands, Awaken with Your Heart. Join master artisans in hands-on workshops, learning the ancient crafts that carry Konya’s mystical heritage — from sacred geometry to calligraphy, each stroke a silent zikr.
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Guided Visits To Spiritual Sites
Trace the footsteps of Mawlana Rumi and the illuminated souls who once walked these cobbled streets. Visit the sacred tombs of beloved Sufi saints, where hearts have been stirred awake for centuries.
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Semaa (Whirling Dervish) Ceremonies
Witness the Whirling Mystery by
Attending authentic Mevlevi Sema ceremonies with expert guidance, uncovering the layered symbolism of the whirling dervishes. A dance that mirrors the soul’s spiral journey back to the divine.
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Whirl at the Sufi Mystic Music Festival
Let your being Be Moved by Sacred Sound
Feel your heart pulse to the rhythm of the Sufi Mystic Music Festival, where musicians from around the world gather to offer their soul through sacred sound.
Close your eyes and let the Ney (flute) carry you.
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Tastes of Anatolia
Savor the rich, soulful flavors of Central Anatolia with lovingly prepared meals.
From vibrant Turkish breakfast spreads to comforting dishes served with steaming glasses of local tea without forgetting the yummy Turkish sweets making each bite a journey into tradition, warmth, and culture.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
*INNER HEALING & SOUL ALCHEMY
✓ Heart-Centered Sisterhood
✓ Deep SHADOW work, emotional release & SOUL alignment workshops
✓ Sacred women’s circle: MEDITATION, breathwork & womb healing
✓ Heart purification RITUALS, nervous system healing
✓ Transformative guidance : Transmute emotional wounds into wisdom
*CULTURAL & SPIRITUAL IMMERSIONS
✓ Art workshops (CALLIGRAPHY, SACRED GEOMETRY, WHIRLING DANCE..)
✓ Semaa (Whirling Dervish) ceremonies
✓ Pilgrimages to Rumi’s Tomb & OTHER MYSTIC & SPIRITUAL SITES
✓ MYSTIC SUFI MUSIC Festival
✓ Evening gatherings AROUND spirituality, music, Sufi poetry & ART
*TRAVEL AND STAY
✓ 7 nights accommodation: 1 night in Istanbul + 6 nights in Konya
✓ One-way domestic flight: Istanbul ➝ Konya
✓ Daily breakfast & dinner
✓ Ground transportation within Konya
✓ WORKSHOPS
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
❌ AIRFARE & VISA FEES
❌ TRAVEL / MEDICAL INSURANCE
❌ AIRPORT TRANSFERS TO/FROM HOTELS
❌ EXTRA MEALS
❌ ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES / SHOPPING
YOUR HOSTS
IMAAN
Imaan is an Integration Therapy Expert and Transformation Facilitator, devoted to guiding women through healing and soulful growth.
A passionate seeker of spirituality, she finds inspiration in poetry, art, and writing. As the founder of Veiled Grace, she has created a sanctuary where women are empowered to thrive, deepening in faith, embodying purpose, and returning home to the sacred within.
To Read more about her work
DOUNIA
Douniya is a travel expert and retreat curator based in New York City. Her journey has taken her across the globe, what began as a simple curiosity grew into a deep passion for meaningful travel and cultural connection.
Over the years, she has explored diverse cultures and landscapes, learning that true travel is less about distance and more about depth, immersing in experiences that nurture the soul.
This is love
to fly toward a secret sky,
to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment.
First, to let go of live.
In the end, to take a step without feet;
to regard this world as invisible,
and to disregard what appears to be the self.
Heart, I said, what a gift it has been
to enter this circle of lovers,
to see beyond seeing itself,
to reach and feel within the breast.
-Rumi
