Overview
Bargain in the bazaars, Walk through stunning palace gardens, Savor flavorful and exotic Persian cuisine, Visit ancient Persepolis and Pasargadae, Magnificant bridges of Isfahan, Enjoy village walks at variuos villages relax in classic teahouses and meet the friendliest locals in the world.
Explore the history of old Persia and the spirit of the new Iran. Discover magnificent mosques, small mountain villages and colorful gardens, and gain deeper insight into this ancient land. Wander the streets of ancient capitals and desert cities, and witness spectacular Zoroastrian temples. Visit the cities surrounded by beautiful and pleasant gardens. Experience exotic hotels such as in the rock village of Kandovan, enjoy a village walk at the small Masouleh. Visit the unique towers that scatter at the city of Yazd, hang out on the many bridges that make Isfahan unique, or shop for an authentic Persian rug. Your expert tour leaders will take the hassle out of planning and organizing, leaving you free to uncover the gems of Iran at the best cultural monuments and in the stalls of exotic bazaars.
Is this tour for me?
Travel style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport
Physical rating: Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging
What's Included
- St. Stepanos Armenian church visit
- Bazar of Tabriz and blue mosque
- Sheikh Safi-od-Din Mausoleum visit
- Masouleh village visit
- Tehran city tour (full-day)
- Isfahan city tour including the famous square and mosques
- Abyaneh village visit with guided walk
- Fin Garden visit (Kashan)
- Yazd city tour including Zoroastrian sights
- visite Naein and and meybod
- Shiraz city tour including the tombs of Hafez and Sa'adi
- Persepolis excursion with guided tour
- Pasargadae visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- 15 breakfasts (Allow USD 250-305 for meals not included)
- Air-con bus, domestic flight.
- Tour leader throughout, local guides.
- Hotels (14 nts), guesthouse (1 nts).
- Small group experience; max 15, avg 10
Itinerary
- Day 1: Tabriz
- Day 2: Tabriz (1B)
- Steeped in history by St. Stephanos Armenian Church UNESCO-listed at Jolfa, Later visit the Blue Mosque and Eil-Goli Edifice.
- Day 3: Tabriz / Ardabil (1B)
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage bazaar of Tabriz. Later drive to Ardabil and Enjoy the Sheikh Safi-OD-Din Mausoleum the other UNESCO-listed.
- Day 4: Ardabil / Masouleh (1B)
- Take a scenic drive through Gilan to the mountain village of Masouleh and Enjoy a village walk to learn more.
- Day 5: Masouleh / Tehran (1B)
- Visit Gilan Rural Heritage Museum en route to Tehran.
- Day 6: Tehran / Isfahan (1B)
- Visit sights en route to Isfahan, including Fin Garden in Kashan and the mountain village of Abyaneh.
- Day 7: Isfahan (1B)
- Tour the beautiful city of Isfahan, enjoying the famous square, mosques, and bartering at the bazaar. Hang out on the many bridges that make Isfahan unique, or shop for an authentic Persian rug.
- Day 8: Isfahan (1B)
- Visit the Bagh-e Chehel Sotun UNESCO-listed and Cathedral of Vank, spend a half day exploring this gorgeous city.
- Day 9: Isfahan / Yazd (1B)
- Visit sights en route to Yazd, including Naein and meybod cities, both steeped in history.
- Day 10: Yazd (1B)
- Tour the old town of Yazd, marveling at the unique towers that scatter the city. Visit the Jameh Mosque, Amir Chakhmaq Complex, Zoroastrian Fire Temple, and the Towers of Silence burial grounds.
- Day 11: Yazd / Shiraz (1B)
- Visit UNESCO-listed Pasargadae complex en route to Shiraz and Stop at the Koran Gate.
- Day 12: Shiraz (1B)
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Persepolis, the ceremonial palace of Darius, and admire its amazingly well-preserved carvings.
- Day 13: Shiraz (1B)
- Explore the city and visit the Karim Khan Citadel, Vakil Mosque, Nasir al-Mulk Mosque and the tombs of Hafez and Sa’adi.
- Day 14: Shiraz / Tehran (1B)
- Day 15: Tehran (1B)
- Enjoy of sightseeing in the busy capital of Tehran. Visit Golestan Palace, National Museum, and the Abgineh Museum.
- Day 16: Tehran (1B)
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