Duration: 16 Days & 15 Nights

Group size: Min 2, Max 12

Accommodation type: 3* hotels

Transport: Sedan car-Van-Mini Bus

Start: Tehran, Iran

Finish: Tehran, Iran

 
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Day 1

TEHRAN

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport(IKA) in Tehran, your tourist guide will greet and accompany you to your hotel. You will have time to rest and relax, before your morning tour of Tehran commences.
Tehran, a modern megalopolis, prides itself on having unique museums and unrivaled collections and artifacts dating from the earliest onset of history to the present era. Your tour will take you to some of the most famous museums in the country.
A morning visit to Sa’ad Abad complex with 18 magnificent historical palaces (2 of which we will visit) . The palaces belonged to Pahlavi dynasty. The residential palaces of the last two kings of Iran(father & son) are the palaces that we are going to visit. Then we will visit Tajrish bazaar and Emamzadeh Saleh Mausoleum. You will have time to explore this wonderful bazaar. Later we will visit Tabiat Bridge. Enjoy the great view of the highway and two green parks which are connected by  the bridge.

Stay overnight in Tehran.

Sa ad Abad complex

Day 2

HAMADAN - 4 hours driving

In the morning we will drive to Hamedan. Hamadan is believed to be among the oldest Iranian cities. It is possible that it was occupied by the Assyrians in 1100 BCE. Hamadan is on one of the age-old Asia to Mediterranean caravan routes. Your tour includes visits to the Tomb of Avicenna, Gonbad-e Alavian (Alaviyan Dome), Tomb of Ester and Mordechai, and the Ganj Nameh Inscription which are relics from the period of Darius and Xerxes of the Achaemenian era.

Stay overnight in Hamedan.

Day 3

KERMANSHAH - 3 hours driving

In the morning, we will leave Hamadan for Kermanshah. The Sassanid kings are responsible for the establishment of Kermanshah. The city is a mix of Kurds, Lori and other Iranians. The city is beside the former royal road to Baghdad. En route you will visit Bisotun, world heritage site, where there is a highly significant historical bas-relief and inscription displaying and recounting how Darius the Great (522 BC) crushed his enemies. Taq-e Bostan belongs to the second major Persian Empire, the Sassanids (224-651 AD), the main rival of the Romans in the East.

Stay overnight in Kermanshah.

Taqe Bostan

Day 4

SHUSHTAR - 6 hours driving

Leaving Kermanshah behind today, it’s time to head into Shushtar. we’ll have a full day driving. Our first stop will be the ancient site of Chogha-Zanbil to see the exquisite beauty of Ziggurat. This world heritage site dates back to the Elamites which means 1200 BC. We’ll drive to the next city known as Shoushtar which is known for its waterfalls and mills, and the oldest water reservoir system of Persia. Visit the Historical Hydraulic System (A registered site in UNESCO world heritage).

Stay overnight in Shushtar.

Shushtar

Day 5

SHIRAZ - 9 hours driving

A wonderful tour out of the city awaits you. The route from Ahvaz to Shiraz is long but worth taking. We have two stops on our way to Shiraz: the remains of the ancient City of Bishapour and the reliefs of Tang-e Chogan meaning The Valley of Polo where Royal Sassanids used to play polo. Here you can see the carved images of Sassanid kings.

Stay overnight Shiraz.

Tange Choghan

Day 6

SHIRAZ

Shiraz has a great reputation as an enlightened city that has been at the center of Persian culture for more than 2,000 years and was at one time the country’s capital. Shiraz is crowned as the heartland of Persian culture and this city of sophistication will often conjure up images of roses and nightingales, gardens and poetry.
After breakfast we will start exploring Shiraz with Nasir Almolk Mosque to visit its marvelous prayer hall. Next place will be Narenjestan Garden which dates back to Qajar era in 19th century. Only a few minutes walking to reach Vakil Bazaar and Saray-e-moshir with its splendid architecture and ethnic souvenir shops. Here you will have enough time to look for small pieces of handicrafts.
Shiraz is home to famous poets such as Hafez and Sa’di; we shall visit their tombs and in the evening go to the Mausoleum of Shah Cheragh.

Stay overnight in Shiraz.

Narenjestan Garden

Day 7

SHIRAZ - 4 hours driving

An excursion out of the city which takes you to visit three world heritage sites. First we will stop in Persepolis, the legendary city of the Persians. Persepolis was founded by Darius I in 518 B.C. and was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. Darius planned this impressive complex of palaces not only as the seat of government but also, and primarily, as a show place and a spectacular center for the receptions and festivals of the Achaemenid kings and their empire.
Continue driving to Necropolis as the magnificent burial place of Achaemenid kings. The site also provides seven bas-reliefs dating back to the Elamite and Sassanid periods.

Last stop in Pasargad, to visit the tomb of Cyrus the great the founder of the first Persian empire. It was also the first capital of the Persian empire.

Stay overnight in Shiraz.

Persepolis

Day 8

KERMAN - 8 hours driving

After breakfast we’ll drive to Kerman. On the way we will have some stops to visit Sassan Palace, Maharlu Salt lake known as the pink lake.

Stay overnight in Kerman.

Sassan palace

Day 9

Shahdad - 3 hours driving

After breakfast we’ll drive to Mahan and visit Shah Nematolah Vali Shrine. We may have the chance to meet some Sufis who come to this Shrine to pay homage to their Sufi master Shah Nematolah Vali. get relax in Shazde Garden (UNESCO world heritage site) while admiring the contrast of this green garden with the harsh desert around it. Then drive to visit Rayen Citadel and its beautiful background of Hazar mountain.

After lunch we proceed to Shahdad area in order to visit Kaluts. Kalut means sandy mountains in Persian. Shahdad is on the edge of the Lut desert with a wonderful scenery of desert in Kaluts, where in 2005 the temperature reached 159.3F (70.7C). Observe the stars far away from the distraction of city lights.

Stay overnight in Shahdad.

Kaluts of Shahdad

Day 10

YAZD - 5 hours driving

After breakfast we will drive to Yazd. En-route visit Zeinoddin Caravansary. After lunch we proceed to Saryazd village to visit Saryazd Citadel. Continue driving to Yazd.

Stay overnight in Yazd.

Zeinoddin Caravansary

Day 11

YAZD

Yazd; bride of the desert, with its sun-dried adobe buildings, has a unique architecture which is adopted to the desert that surrounds it. This ancient city is furnished with mosques of stunning beauty which co-exist with Zoroastrian holy sites.
Your tour will start after breakfast with visiting the Towers of Silence. Lace up your shoes firmly to climb up one of the towers. There are several fascinating stories behind this place. There is a great view where you can look over the whole site and surrounding area.

You will continue your sightseeing in Yazd at the Zoroastrian Fire temple. Fire temples were originally built to keep fire whereas they gradually became more important and used by Zoroastrians as a place f worship.

Next place to visit is Amir Chakhmagh Square; the symbol of Yazd Which was built by order of the ruler of the city in 14th century. Next site will be Water Museum which is a few steps far from Amir cahakhmagh Square. Here you will have the chance to get familiar with the underground water system in the desert. After lunch we’ll walk around the graceful Dolat Abad Garden which is a typical example of a Persian garden.

You will end your tour with strolling through the Old town of Yazd which is one of the most outstanding sites that you will visit in Iran. Before leaving the old town you will visit the impressive Jame mosque of Yazd too.

Stay overnight in Yazd.

old town of Yazd

Day 12

ESFAHAN - 4 hours driving

In the morning we will drive toward Esfehan; It’s nice to have some nuts for the journey. We’ll have some stops in the ancient city of Meybod which is known as the city of pottery and ceramic. Firs we will visit the graceful Abbasi Caravansary where travelers could stay overnight and had some warm food in 17th and 18th centuries. You will marvel at the peaceful atmosphere of this Caravansary. You will also visit the Ice house; a huge monument that was built to provide ice for people of the desert. Next up is Narin Castle one of the largest adobe buildings in Iran. Exploring the five-story building of castle, you’ll delve more deeply into the region’s history. You’ll end your exploration by visiting the Pigeon Tower. Entering through a short door you’ll be shocked to see the large number of the nests of pigeons on the walls. Then we will stop in Nain to visit Jame Mosque of Nain with its peaceful underground winter part.

Stay overnight in Esfehan

Friday Mosque of Nain

Day 13

ESFEHAN

The wealthy city of Esfahan was one of the world’s greatest cities during the Safavid time in 17th century. The fame of Esfahan led to the Persian pun and proverb “Esfahan nesf-e- jahan ast.” Esfahan is half the world. It is the pearl of traditional Islamic archaeology. There are many contemporary artists who work in Esfahan.
Your tour includes the famed Royal Square (Naqsh-e-Jahan), which is UNESCO world heritage site and the second largest square in the world. We will visit the architectural marvels of Sheikh Lotfollah and Imam Mosques, Aliqapu Palace and Chehel Sutoon Palace. At the bazaar you may purchase the arts and crafts for which Esfahan is so well renowned. Here, we have art, architecture, spirituality, luxury, commerce and social life all together.

Stay overnight in Esfahan.

ROYAL SQUARE

Day 14

ESFAHAN

After breakfast you will visit the Atiq Jame mosque which has been built in different Islamic periods from 9th century to Qajar era(18th centure). Then you will visit Vank church, the magnificent Armenian church with eye-catching paintings. Next one on the agenda is Music museum, by visiting Music museum you get familiar with Persian music history. Your last stops will be Si-o-Se pol and Khajou bridges.

Stay overnight in Esfahan.

Khaju bridge

Day 15

KASHAN - 3 hours driving

This morning we will drive to Kashan. On the way of Kashan you will visit nice village of Abyaneh which is an ancient village with a unique culture. here we will appreciate the serenity of this quaint village with its splendid archaeology and meet the dwellers who speak, live and dress in the original Persian style. The first stop in Kashan is Fin garden; one of the Persian gardens that are registered as UNESCO world heritage sites. This relaxing Persian garden with turquoise water channels and pavilions will give you a peaceful mind. After checking into the hotel and resting, you will visit Kashan traditional bazaar where you will have the chance to buy or drink some rose water, a local specialty.

Stay overnight in Kashan.

FIN GARDEN

Day 16

DEPART IRAN - 2 hours driving

This morning we will get familiar with the traditional desert style houses which are the most prominent characteristics of Kashan. We will get a chance to visit two of them , Borujerdi-ha and Tabatabaei-ha houses. They were both built in the reign of Qajar dynasty and the owners were two well known carpet merchants. Tabatabaei-ha house has more than forty rooms. After visiting Sultan ahmad bath house, drive to Airport. En route visit Fatima holy shrine in Qom, the second most popular holy shrine in Iran. This Holy shrine is one of the most popular sites among tourists.

Our representative will transfer you to the airport according to your flight time to depart Iran.

Borujerdi haouse

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