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Escape to the Old Persia
Ideal Length of the Trip
17 DaysWhen to Go
April to SeptemberStart City
ShirazFinish City
TehranOverview
Our 17-day group tour is an adventure like no other, taking you through the most incredible historical sites and ancient cultures of the land of Persia combined with a full day trip in the remote Shahdad desert and much more besides. In your expedition, you will explore Iran's most famous and vibrant cities like Shiraz, Kerman, Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, Qom, and Tehran to embrace their colorful traditions and history along the way. In other words, this journey will take you back in time as you delve into Iran’s old terrific landmarks with breathtaking sights and architectural complexity and find more about the life of people in those eras. Additionally, in each city, you will explore its modern texture with beautiful marketplaces and buildings, taste its yummy local food, along communicate with local people in their stamping grounds. With its diverse activities, we assure you that this tour will be a treat for all senses.
Highlights
- Visit Shiraz, the city of magnificent gardens and famous poets
- Explore great monuments of Persepolis, and Pasargadae, two of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Iran
- Discover the magnificent landmarks of Prince garden and Rayen Citadel in Kerman
- Stroll the old alleys of Yazd, the city of wind towers, and visit Zoroastrian fire temple
- Walk through Naghshe Jahan square and see its amazing mosques and old Bazaar
- Visit Fin Garden in Kashan and Abyaneh village red houses
- Delve into the history of Iran by visiting the National Museum of Tehran and Golestan Palace
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Shiraz / Shiraz City Tour
Arrive in Shiraz, meet the guide and transfer to the hotel.
After eating lunch, you will be taken to visit Maharlu lake. Drive back to Shiraz. In the afternoon, you are going to see Vakil complex including Karim khan citadel, Vakil Mosque, Bath and traditional bazar.
Overnight in Shiraz
Day 2: Shiraz City Tour 2
Your city tour starts with exploring the magnetic Nasir al-Molk Mosque (Pink Mosque) with its exquisite tiling and colorful glass work. Then you will go to visit Naranjestan Qavam, one of the attractive old Persian mansion and garden in Shiraz dating back to the Qajar era. Eram garden and Hafez tomb (Haafezieh) are your next stop. You will also visit Shah-e Cheraq or Ali-ebnehamzeh if time allows.
Overnight in Shiraz
Day 3: Persepolis / Necropolis Excursion
Today you will have an excursion to Persepolis, the glorious ceremonial capital of Achaemenid dynasty, and Necropolis, Home to a collection of ancient Iranian rock reliefs carved in the façade of the mountain, and the final resting place of our Achaemenid kings. Continue to visit Pasargadae, the tomb of Cyrus the great (a UNESCO World heritage site) founder of Achaemenid kingdom. Back to Shiraz.
Overnight in Shiraz
Day 4: Leave for Kerman
Drive toward Kerman, on your way visit the rocky village of Meymand.
Overnight in Kerman
Day 5: Prince Garden / Rayen Citadel
Drive to Mahan and discover the ancient Prince (Shazdeh) Garden. Continue your way and visit Rayen Citadel. After that go to Bam and see the ruins of Bam Citadel. Drive back to Kerman.
Overnight in Kerman
Day 6: Shahdad Desert Excursion
Today you will have a full day trip to Shahdad Desert, and will relish the otherworldly landscape of Kaluts area. Drive back to Kerman.
Overnight in Kerman
Day 7: Leave for Yazd
After the breakfast, you will go to see Ganjali khan complex including Jabalieh dome and the traditional Bazaar.
Then move toward Yazd. On your way, visit Fath Abad Historical Garden with its unique architecture. Following this garden, you will stop at Zeinodin caravansary. In Yazd, you will go to visit the old part of the city, Fahadan Region.
Overnight in Yazd
Day 8: Yazd City Tour
In Yazd you will visit Yazd Jame Mosque. Your next stop will be at the splendid Amir Chakhmaq Square; a complex including a mosque, a caravanserai, a tekyeh, a bathhouse, a cold water well, and a confectionery. Then, go to visit Dowlat Abad Garden and Zurkhaneh, an ancient Persian sport club.
Overnight in Yazd
Day 9: Yazd City Tour 2
Zoroastrian attractions like Zoroastrian Fire Temple and Tower of Silence and chak chak are next sites to visit in your last day Yazd city tour.
Overnight in Yazd
Day 10: Leave for Isfahan
Move toward Isfahan. Visit Narin Citadel in Meybod and pottery workshop. Your next stop is Jameh mosque of Naein. Keep going to Isfahan.
Overnight in Isfahan
Day 11: Isfahan City Tour
On your first day of Isfahan city your, visit Vank Cathedral and in Jolfa region. You will be taken to visit Isfahan Jame Mosque in the afternoon. Then you will enjoy Isfahan nightlife by strolling Khaju Bridge and Sio Se Pol bridge.
Overnight in Isfahan
Day 12: Isfahan Naghsh-e Jahan Square
After eating breakfast go to see Naghsh- e Jahan Square in which Safavid structures like Aliqapu Palace, Sheikh Lotfolah Mosque, and Qeysarieh Bazaar are located. Chehel Sotoon is your last stop to visit today.
Overnight in Isfahan
Day 13: Leave for Kashan
Move toward Kashan. On your way visit the old village of Abyaneh, which is famous for its red houses and people’s particular way of clothing.
Overnight in Kashan
Day 14: Kashan City Tour
In Kashan you will go to visit Fin Garden, and Soltan Amir Ahmad Bath. Then you will see Boroujerdi and Tabatabaei traditional houses, along with Agha Bozorg School and Mosque. You will also discover Timche aminodoleh in Kashan bazaar.
Overnight in Kashan
Day 15: Leave for Tehran
Drive toward Tehran. On your way you will stop at Fatima Masume holy shrine in Qom.
Continue your way to the capital.
Overnight in Tehran
Day 16: Tehran City Tour
In Tehran you will explore Golestan Complex, one of the architectural masterpieces dating back to the Qajar era. National museum of Iran is your next stop to visit.
In the afternoon you will stroll in Tehran Grand Bazaar and visit Azadi Tower. You can also visit Nature Bridge if time allows.
Overnight in Tehran
Day 17: Departure Day
Transfer to Imam Khomeini International Airport for your departure flight.
Included
- Arrival & departure airport transfers
- Service to obtain the Iran visa tracking code
- Travel Insurance
- 16 nights of accommodation in standard-grade hotels
- Meals: 17 breakfasts
Excluded
- Visa stamp fee
- International airfare
- Entrance fees
- Tips to local guides and drivers