Best of Northern line of Iran: Experiencing Spiritual and Earthly Pleasure in One Trip

On the second day of your stay in Tabriz, you will have an excursion to Jolfa to visit Saint Stepanos Cathedral. On your way back to Tabriz Marand Shah Abbasi Caravanserai (Yam Caravanserai) in Marand. Arrive in Tabriz, and visit Mashrooteh House and Blue (Kabood) Mosque.

Overnight in Tabriz.

The last day of your visit to Tabriz will be dedicated to a short trip to Kandovan Village, located 60 km from Tabriz. This village is well-known for its breathtaking rocky architecture, which is due to volcanic activities. Back to Tabriz, and visit the largest traditional roofed Bazaar (a UNESCO World Heritage)

Overnight in Tabriz.

Drive to Sarein, the city of hot springs in Ardebil Province. On your way, take pleasure in watching the fabulous landscape on a heavenly road. Arrive in Sarein. Have some rest in the hotel and be ready for a half-day city tour. Afterward, you will be taken to one of the warm water pools to enjoy swimming in Sarein mineral hot springs, which is good for both physical ailments and mental repose.

Overnight in Sarein.

After visiting some of Sarein's natural attractions, you will head toward Zanjan via Ardebil. In Ardebil, you will have a short stop to visit Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardebili Shrine and the beautiful Shourabil Lake. Keep driving to Zanjan. Arrive in Zanjan.

Overnight in Zanjan.

Today you will have an excursion to Soltanieh Dome (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for being the biggest and highest dome made of raw brick in Iran. Go back to Zanjan, and begin your city tour by visiting the Traditional Laundry House (Rakhtshoor Khaneh), a structure belonging to the Qajar era, and the Saltmen Museum. Zanjan Traditional Bazaar and Haj Dadash Bathhouse will be the last places you will see today.

Overnight in Zanjan

After having breakfast, depart for Qazvin. On your way, visit Katalekhor Cave, the most magnificent cave in Iran. Continue your way toward Qazvin. Arrive in Qazvin. Based on your time, visit Qajar Bathhouse, Sar Dar-e Aliqapou, Qazvin Chehel Sotun Palace, and the Traditional Bazaar.

Overnight in Qazvin

Today, you will have a full-day city tour of Qazvin, starting by visiting Qazvin Jameh Mosque, known to be the oldest Jameh Mosque in Iran. Then, you will see Khiaban Ancient Water Reservoir, Sar Dar Bozorg Water Reservoir, and Saad al Saltaneh Caravanserai.

Overnight in Qazvin

Leave for Tehran. On your way, visit Shah Abbasi Caravanserai. Keep driving toward Tehran. Arrive in Tehran. After some rest, you can visit Golestan Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Iran National Museum. If you like, you can also stroll along Tehran Grand Bazaar and feel the spirit of Old Tehran.

Overnight in Tehran.

On the second day of your stay in Tehran, you will explore Niavaran, and Saad Abad complexes, constructed during the Qajar and Pahlavi periods and have now turned into a museum.

Have Lunch at Divan Restaurant, and then in the evening, spend some hours in Farahzad Neighborhood, located in the Northwest of Tehran and is a gathering place for the local people to enjoy some fresh air and yummy food in the local restaurants.

Overnight in Tehran.

Drive to Damghan, a city in Semnan Province, for about 4 hours. Arrive in Damghan, and have a half-day city tour by visiting the old Mosque of Tarikhaneh, the permanent Cheshm-e Ali Spring, and the Round Tower.

Overnight in Damghan.

Leave for Bastam, a city in Semnan Province. En route, relish the scenic view of the forest. Then, visit the Tomb of Abul Hassan Kharaqani, one of the mystic Sufis in Iran. Keep going, and see the amazing Aloochal Waterfall. Before reaching Bastam, you will arrive in the Clouds Forest (Jangal-e Abr), one of the picturesque jungles of Iran, where you can capture breathtaking photos. Continue your way toward Bastam. Arrive in Bastam.

Overnight in Bastam.

After breakfast, visit the Tomb of Bayazid Bastami, the most well-known mystic of century 3 AH. Leave for Sabzevar. On your way, visit Miyandasht Caravanserai. Arrive in Sabzevar, visit Yakhdan (the historical and natural freezer), the Tomb of Haj Mola Ali Sabzevari, and the Ancient Mosala of Sabzevar.

Overnight in Sabzevar.

Drive To Mashhad via Neyshabour. In Neyshabour, visit the Tomb of Omar Khayam, the Persian polymath, philosopher, astronomer, and poet. Tomb of Attar, another famous Persian poet, is your next stop in Neyshabour. Keep going toward Mashhad, and visit Ghadamgah en route. Arrive in Mashhad. Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, go to Imam Reza Holy Shrine for Ziarat.

Overnight in Mashhad.

After having breakfast, experience some spiritual tranquility in Imam Reza Holy Shrine Complex. In this place, you can visit Goharshad Mosque, Tomb of Sheykh Bahaei, and Astan Qods Central Library. Based on time, you can have an excursion to Tous to visit the great epic poet Tomb, Ferdowsi, and Harounieh Dome. Go back to Mashhad.

Overnight in Mashhad.

After having breakfast, transfer to Mashhad International Airport for your departure flight.