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The Persian culture, history and warm people have been irresistible draws to travellers from all over the world. However, covered from the world for the past decades, it’s now opening its doors to all of those who can not afford to miss Iran, the cradle of civilization. Be a pioneer to visit this fast-growing tourist destination. Let us take you on a journey back in time to a mixture of ancient sites and samples of Islamic arts and architecture, spiced with the rich culture of Iranian hospitality.

TOUR SUMMARY & PRICING

WITH THIS TOUR YOU VISIT :

more than 5 cities in 3 provinces of Iran
6 UNESCO World Heritage listings
more than 37 tourist attractions

PRICE (EUR) - per person

– Multi-day tour group sizes are 6-12 persons.
– Smaller or private tours can be still operated with 25-35% surcharge on published prices.6

TERMS

To confirm the booking, you need to complete and submit the booking form.
A booking confirmation will be sent to you by email with detailed terms of service.
The booking will be confirmed with a deposit of EUR250.00/person.
Should the departure time is not within the next 14 days, we can keep the booking without a deposit for 48 hours.
- You can see general terms of service here.5

BOOKING FORM

Inclusions

Hotel accommodation as mentioned
Breakfast
Comfortable A/C Vehicle for all transports
All mentioned sightseeing with English speaking guides

Exclusions

International airfare
Personal insurance
Visa fees
Expenses of personal nature
Tips & Portages
Entrance fees

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SHIRAZ

Today’s program starts at Qavam Mansion with its beautiful orange garden, where we can visit a nice sample of Qajar era interior decorations. Nasirolmolk Mosque or the Pink Mosque, famous as the most colourful mosque of Iran is next followed by visiting Shahcheragh Shrine, one of the most important holy shrines in Iran. We will then stroll into Vakil Bazaar, to see one of the well-preserved samples of traditional roofed bazaars of Iran. On exit from the Bazaar, we see Vakil Mosque with its renowned spiral pillars and green marble minbar (pulpit). Vakil Hammam (Public Bath) is our next stop where you can see an elaborate sample of traditional Iranian bathhouses with wax statues showing the relevant costumes and traditions. Karimkhani Citadel, the Zand dynasty’s headquarters is next. We will then drive to visit Eram garden, part of the city’s botanical gardens and a UNESCO world heritage site and end our program at Hafiz Memorial where Iranians gather to commemorate their most popular poet who lived in Shiraz in the 14th century. O/N Shiraz

DAY 2: SHIRAZ > PERSEPOLIS > PASARGADAE > ISFAHAN

On exit from Shiraz, we visit the Quran Gate, which is believed to give the blessing of the Holy Book to the travellers passing underneath. After an hour drive, we arrive in Persepolis to visit the magnificent remains from the ancient world in this 2500 years old ceremonial complex used for celebrating Nowruz, the Persian new year at the spring equinox, during the Achaemenid Empire. A short drive takes us to Naghsh-e-Rostam, a necropolis for Achaemenid kings and a collection of Sassanid rock reliefs. Next is Pasargadae, where we visit the tomb of Cyrus the Great and remains of the first capital of the Achaemenid Empire. The program ends in Isfahan. O/N Isfahan

DAY 3: ISFAHAN

Iranians claim Isfahan is half the world! One of the largest cities of the world in the 16-17th centuries, and the capital of Safavid dynasty. We start today’s program in UNESCO World Heritage site of Naghsh-e-Jahan Sq., one of the largest city squares in the world, where we will visit Aliqapu Palace (in 6 floors), The Royal (or Imam) Mosque (one of the masterpieces of Persian Islamic architecture), Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (private mosque of the royal court) and Chehelsotoun (40-columns) Pavilion. We will then stroll through the labyrinth of Qeysarieh Bazaar, starting on the northern side of the square and ending at The Old Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, another UNESCO world heritage site, one of the oldest still standing mosques in Iran. We then visit Jolfa, the Armenian quarter of the city, where we visit Vank Cathedral, a showcase of Christianity in Iran. Our next stop will be on the banks for Zayandeh River, where we can visit several historical bridges, including Siosepol and Khaju, the two most beautiful bridges of the city. The tour ends with a walk on Charbagh Street, literally the four gardens, a historical street in the heart of Isfahan. O/N Isfahan

DAY 4: ISFAHAN > ABYANEH > KASHAN > QOM > TEHRAN

En-route to Tehran, we first stop in Abyaneh (The Red Village) where we can visit a well-preserved old Iranian village famous for its red buildings. It’s a living architectural and anthropological museum. We proceed to the city of Kashan and see some beautiful Historical Houses. We also visit Fin Garden, an interesting sample of Persian gardens. Continuing towards Tehran, we stop in the city of Qom, where we can visit one of the most important religious centres in Iran, The Holy Shrine of Hazrat-e-Masuma. On outskirts of Tehran, we finish today program with a visit to The Mausoleum of Imam Khomeini. [475km./295miles] O/N Tehran

DAY 5: TEHRAN

The tour starts in Bagh-e-Melli, formerly known as the Parade Square, where we can see some landmark buildings dating back to Reza Shah’s reign (early 20th century). The National Museum is next, where the rich 7000+ year history of Iran is on display with a unique collection of chronologically ordered archaeological findings. UNESCO World Heritage site of Golestan Palace comes next where the Qajar (18-19th century) headquarter of the country can be seen. We continue the tour with a visit to the busy Grand Bazaar of Tehran, followed by an unforgettable visit to the world-renowned Treasury of National Jewels. The tour finishes at the former US embassy called as the Den of Espionage in Iran after its seizure in 1979 leading to the hostages’ crisis between Iran and the USA. The tour ends here. You can fly out of Iran via IKA airport, return to Shiraz on a flight/train, or continue exploring Iran with one of our other tours.