Overview
After your arrival to Iran, you will be greeted by our female tour guide and transported to hotel to spend the night. You start your sightseeing in Tehran, the capital of Iran. You will continue your tour to Kashan, Isfahan, Yazd and Shiraz. You will have an authentic experience throughout this tour by interacting with locals and visiting some of the greatest places expanding from Achaemenid dynasty till modern days.
- Day 1 - Tehran
- Day 2 - Tehran
- Day 3 - Tehran – Shiraz
- Day 4 - Shiraz
- Day 5 - Shiraz
- Day 6 - Shiraz – Yazd
- Day 7 - Yazd
- Day 8 - Yazd – Meybod – Naein – Isfahan
- Day 9 - Isfahan
- Day 10 - Isfahan – Abyaneh – Kashan
- Day 11 - Kashan – Tehran
- Day 12 - Tehran ( Departure )
After arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in Tehran, our representative will meet and greet you; then, you will be transferred to the hotel to rest
Today we will visit northern part of Tehran where we can visit the summer residence of Pahlavi dynasty, known as the Sa’ad Abad Complex.
Later on, we will visit Tajrish Bazzar & Imam Zadeh Saleh shrine.
Afterwards we will visit Darband, which is around 1800 meters above sea level and is one of the main routes taken by mountaineers for reaching Alborz mountains.
Last but not least for today, we will visit Tabiat Bridge, the longest pedestrian bridge (270 meters) built by a female architect called Leila Araghian.
Spend the night in Tehran.
Today we will visit Golestan Palace, the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tehran, which witnessed the Coronation of Qajar & Pahlavi kings.
Almost everything dates back to 19th century when Iranian art & architecture elements was integrated with western & Russian elements.
Later on, we will visit Tehran Grand Bazaar that was built in early 19th century and played a major role leading to the revolution of 1979.
Afterwards we will visit National Museum, the first modern museum in Iran that holds objects from millions of years ago.
Next, we will visit the Carpet Museum where you can see the masterpieces of oriental carpets and how they are woven.
Afterwards we will fly to Shiraz.
Spend the night in Shiraz.
Today we will visit Nasir-Al-Mulk Mosque known as the Pink Mosque which was built in 1888. Thanks to the stained glasses you can take some of your best photos in the tour.
Next is Narenjestan Garden with its sour orange scent which was built in 19th century.
From here we go towards Vakil Bazaar where you can explore the shops and a fascinating caravanserai as well.
Shiraz is famous for its gardens, so we’ll visit Eram Garden, one of the nine Persian gardens registered under UNESCO World Heritage. This is a botanical garden where you can find tons of different flowers inside.
Shiraz is known to be the house of many poets. one of the prominent ones being Hafez whom lived in 14th century. In here you can feel the taste of Persian literature.
we will finish our sightseeing by visiting Ali Ebne Hamze shrine which was built in 19th century.
Tonight, we will have dinner with a Shirazi family where you can have a firsthand experience of Iranian hospitality. You will get to talk about the ingredients that are being used and about the history of food in Iran.
Spend the night in Shiraz.
Today we will visit Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of Achaemenids founded by Darius the Great in 520 BC.
Persepolis was considered as one of the Greatest cities of its time but unfortunately in 330 BC it was burned by Alexander the Great which put an end to the greatest empire the world had ever seen till that day.
a few miles away is Naghsh-e-Rostam, the necropolis where Darius the great and his successors tombs are carved into the mountain so that everyone could see the eternal palace of the kings.
Our first stop is Pasargadae, the capital of Cyrus the Great, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the tomb of Cyrus and one of the original Persian gardens.
Spend the night in Shiraz.
Today we will move towards Yazd, the city which was registered under UNESCO World Heritage.
On our way we will pass through Abarkooh, where we can visit an ice house and get to know how people used to store ice in the desert. next is the cypress of Abarkooh which is estimated to be 4000 years old and while you are there, you can enjoy one of the best coffees you can get in Iran.
We continue our journey towards Yazd.
Spend the night in Yazd.
Yazd is one of the oldest continuously inhabited towns of Iran and was an intersection of the trade routes from central Asia and India. This city which was described as the noble city of Yazd by Marco Polo is the center of Zoroastrian community in Iran.
we start our sightseeing with Tower of Silence, where we get to know more about pre – Islamic traditions of Iran. up until mid-1900s, the dead were transported to this tower where they would decompose and be devoured by birds.
Next stop is the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, where you can see a flame that has been burning for the past 1,500 years.
In Amir Chakhmaq Square, which was inspired by the entrance of Yazd Masjed-e Jamé, you’ll see a congregation hall for Shia commemoration ceremonies. next we will watch a Zurkhaneh performance. Zurkhaneh is a form of traditional martial arts in Iran, where men practice body-building exercises in a ring. In 2010 Pahlevani and Zoorkhaneh rituals inscribed on the representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Next stop is the Jame Mosque, built in 1324, where you can gaze upon the tallest minarets in the country.
Another one of the historic sites in Yazd is Dowlat Abad Garden which was built in the 18th-century with its hexagonal pavilion and stained-glass windows and the tallest wind tower in the world.
Spend the night in Yazd.
Leaving Yazd behind, we move towards Isfahan, the 17th century capital of Safavid dynasty continues. Isfahan was one of the largest cities in the world. Isfahan at its peak was one the most beautiful cities in the world based on art and architecture and was called Nesfe Jahan or half of the world.
Our first stop is in Meybod where we will visit an old caravanserai build by Safavids which is being used as a workshop for artists and artisans of Meybod and you get to have a firsthand experience with some of the handicrafts of Iran.
Afterwards we will move towards Naein, where we can see one of the oldest mosques in Iran.
we continue our journey towards Isfahan.
Spend the night in Isfahan.
Your exploration continues in Imam Square. This 17th-century site was considered the biggest square in the world. Here in the square, you’ll visit some of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture starting with Shah Mosque, a four-minaret mosque followed by Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, also known as the royal mosque and its magnificent peacock.
In the Ali Qapu Palace, you’ll be awestruck at its beautiful music rooms and the balconies where Safavid kings would sit to enjoy the polo matches unfolding in the square below. Later on, you can enjoy the bazaar where you can see local vendors whom are experts in traditional arts including miniature, enamel, pottery, jewelry and so on.
Next up is Chehel Sotun Palace, one of the nine Persian gardens registered under UNESCO World Heritage which was built by Shah Abbas II for entertainment and court receptions. Inside you can see some of ceremonies being depicted on the walls that have their own unique stories.
In the afternoon, we will visit Sio Se Pol and Khaju bridges where you can find lots of locals gathering and singing as well.
Spend the night in Isfahan.
Today we will go to the Armenian quarter where you will visit several churches including the 17th-century Vank Cathedral with its lavishly decorated interior and unique blend of Islamic and European architectural elements.
Next, we will travel north to Kashan, epitome of everything that is Persian, the city famous for its Rose Water.
On our way we will stop in Abyaneh village which is known as the red village as well. The reason behind this name is use of the red soil to build the houses which has kept its traditional style.
We continue our journey towards Kashan and spend the night.
Today we will start with Fin Garden, one of the nine Persian gardens registered under UNESCO World Heritage.
Later on, we will visit Tabatabaei Traditional House which was built in late 19th century & Sultan Amir Ahmad Bath House.
Afterwards we will move towards Tehran.
Spend the night in Tehran.
Our representative will transfer you to Imam Khomeini International Airport according to your flight time.
What’s Included?
- Arrival and departure transfer
- 11 nights of accommodation
- An Iranian female tour guide throughout the tour
- Free sim card
What’s Excluded?
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Visa authorization fee
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Visa costs
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International airfares
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Travel insurance
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Entrance fees
- Meals
- Tips to the guide and driver
