Concert in Tehran
1 Day Tehran tour
Overview of Tehran's Religions tour
Tehran has been home to a vibrant Zoroastrian, Armenian, and Jewish community for over 200 years. Zoroastrians are the oldest religious community in Iran, and according to the official census, there were 25,000 Zoroastrians in the country in 2011. Judaism is one of the oldest religions practiced in Iran, and the Biblical Book of Esther contains references to the experiences of the Jews in Persia. Jews have had a continuous presence in Iran since Cyrus the Great of the Achaemenid Empire. Armenians are mostly concentrated in Tabriz, Tehran, and Isfahan's Jolfa quarter, and an estimated 70000 to 200000 Armenians remain in the country. This tour provides an in-depth exploration of Tehran and its rich religious diversity in just half a day. It offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the various religions coexisting in this city.
Is this Tehran's Religions tour for me?
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; a mix of public and private transport.
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Private tours are more flexible when it comes to your group size, travel dates and what your trip includes.
Itinerary (Tehran's Religions tour):
Day 1: Tehran
This excursion will begin at 9 AM, by visiting The Armenian Apostolic Cathedral of Saint Sarkis Cathedral, which is famous due to its beautiful paintings of Avedik Aivazyan. Later we visit the Jewish Synagogue and the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, Atashkadeh Adrian, and finally, we end the excursion by visiting the Armenian Church and Museum of St Mary.
Important note for this tour:
To be able to obtain permission for entrance to the sites you need to make a reservation 4 days before departure, otherwise inside visits, will not be on the schedule. Passport copies are required – either bring them in or fax them to our Office.
This tour may not be applicable during Zoroastrian, Christian, Jewish, and Muslim religious holidays. The Fire Temple is closed on Fridays; St Mary Church is closed on Mondays.
What's Included in Tehran - Religions Tour
Transportation
- Tourist Vehicle
- All The Excursions
- All Transport Between Destinations & To/From Included Activities
Staff & Experts
- English Speaking Tour Leader Throughout
Accommodations
- None
Other Services
- Entrances Fee
- Permits
Meal
- None
Book this tour as a private departure, with your tour guide and all the benefits of a HiPersia group tour for any group, big or small even just one traveler (any day you want).
By booking or participating in a tour and any related products or services with HiPersia Inc. you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by Hipersia Terms and conditions.
Comment
Related Tours
The City of Ancient Fortresses
Persian Culinary Adventure
The Holy City of Qom tour
