Yasuj in southwestern Iran is the capital of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province and is home to various nomadic tribes. The name Yasuj is believed to mean the ‘place where jasmine flowers grow in abundance in the local dialect.
Yasuj has come to be known as the Nature Capital of Iran because of its lush vegetation, fertile soil, and scenic waterfalls. Yasuj’s climate is cold, so it can be a good destination during the summer. At the entrance to this city, you will see a sign that "You are welcome to the city of Roaring waterfalls," which promises you a pleasant journey by exploring unbeatable and stunning sceneries. Yasuj has many historical and natural destinations. You can have an excursion to the Kuh Gol Lake, and the Margoon Waterfall, overnight in a tent at the stunning and dramatic scenery of Dena Mountain, and dine with your company. The Yasuj province is among the few places left in this world of ours where magic not only seems possible but plausible.
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level:
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities
Demanding: AVERAGE- 2
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Iran Private tours
Private tours are more flexible when it comes to your group size, travel dates and what your trip includes.
Itinerary (3 days Yasuj tour)
Day 1: Sisakht
Drive from Yasuj to Sisakht, walking in the Kuh Gol region. Continue walking to Kuh Gol Lake. Visit this lake and later back to Sisakht to eat lunch. In the evening drive to Kharidoun and enjoy the landscape of Dena Mountain and its beauties, back to Yasuj, overnight in Yasuj.
Day 2: Kakan
Drive to Margoon waterfall and enjoy nature, in the evening continue to Kakan village to experience the companionship with Iranian nomad people and enjoy their special cuisine and lifestyle. Back to Yasuj, overnight in Yasuj.
Day 3: Abmalakh
Drive to Pataveh to explore the historical bridge, continue to Abmalakh village to enjoy the waterfall, and later back to Yasuj, overnight in Yasuj.
What's Included in YasujTour
Transportation
Tourist Vehicle
All The Excursions
All Transport Between Destinations & To/From Included Activities
Staff & Experts
English Speaking Tour Leader Throughout
Local guide
Accommodations
Hotel (2 Nights)
Other Services
Entrances Fee
VAT
Meals
Breakfast (2 Courses)
5 Reasons to Travel to Yasuj:
Mount Dena in the Zagros Mountains.
A variety of trees such as Poplar tree, Oak, and Maple in this region, and the possibility to do winter sports like skiing in the Tang-e Mehrian and Imamzadeh Hassan regions.
The stunning and unbeatable nature of Khafr village and Abshare Tange Tamoradi with beautiful waterfalls.
The Kuh Gol region with a set of seasonal lakes.
The Almon Valley with a lot of rivers and Fritillaries in the Oak Forest.
