• Journey To Persia

    Nasir ol Molk Mosque AKA, Pink Mosque, Dreamy Mosque in Shiraz

  • Traditional food of Shiraz

    Kalam Polo Shirazi

  • Pasargadae

    Pasargadae was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great who had issued its construction; it was also the location of his tomb

  • Persepolis

    Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC. It exemplifies the Achaemenid style of architecture.

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  • Duration

    15 Days & 14 Nights

  • Tour Code

    # SM-15d-1891-bhn

  • Group Size
    • Min 1 PAX
    • Max 15 PAX
  • Location

    Iran

  • Start

    Tehran

  • Finish

    Tehran

  • Type

    Classic & Cultural

  • Physical Grading

    Standard

  • Best Time
    • Spring
    • Autumn
    • Winter

Journey To Persia

(Tehran, Kerman, Shiraz, Isfahan, Yazd )

This cultural journey will bring you to the most popular legendary central highlights of Iran to explore one of the world’s oldest civilizations. Iran is one of the rare countries that can offer the most diverse natural and cultural attractions to explorers. From museums, royal palaces and the city life in modern Tehran to the thousand-year-old culture and history of Persian Emperors in Persepolis dating back to 2500 years ago. From Isfahan, the creative city of crafts and folk art to the desert style architecture visuals like the wind towers of Yazd and Kerman. Lastly the unique village of Abyaneh and the starry sky of UNESCO world heritage, Lut desert. This tour is an all in one package taking you to the heart of Iran’s culture.

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Highlights

• Persepolis (UNESCO)
• Pasargadae (UNESCO)
• Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO)
• Borujerdis House & Tabātabāei House
• Ganjali Khan Complex
• Lut desert (UNESCO)
• Fin Garden (UNESCO)
• Golestan Palace (UNESCO)
• Iran National Museum

Itinerary

Welcome to Iran’s capital, Tehran! Alive with lights and ringing with bustle. Tehran is the heart and core to Iran national identity. You will be met on arrival at Tehran International Airport and transferred to your hotel. The highlight of the tour today may be your guided visit of the World Heritage-listed opulent masterpiece of the Qajar era, Golestan Palace (the Rose Garden Palace), one of the oldest historic monuments belonging to a group of royal buildings in Tehran. The second best highlight of today’s tour would be the National Museum of Iran holding prestigious relics influential in shaping the world’s culture and civilization. Spend a little time checking out the labyrinthine Tehran Grand Bazaar. After today’s excursion, your leader can give you advice on where to go for good Iranian cuisine.

O/N Tehran (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Discover Tehran and its mesmerizing monuments while you hit the streets on a walking tour with your leader. Begin today’s journey to learn the history of Qajar and Pahlavi in Sa’dabad Palace Museum (two museums) and Niavaran Palace. Next up is Tajrish Traditional Bazaar, being the locals’ favorite bazaar, which is definitely worth a look. Later on, get back to your hotel for a good night’s rest.

O/N Tehran (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Start this morning with a flight to Kerman, anciently known as Carmania, where the human settlement dates back to almost 4th millennium BC. This city is rich in historical and cultural legacies which you will come across in every twist and turn like the old wall surrounding the city or the traditional icehouses, wind towers, etc. Almost 283 landmarks are located in this Achaemenid satrapy. Two of the most famous ones are Arg-e Bam and Rayen Castle, which have been preserved in the desert for almost 2000 years.

Open the door to your Kerman visit by stopping at Ganj Ali Khan Complex, named after one of the famous rulers of Kerman province. This massive and magnificent complex includes a vast variety of buildings and structures composing of a school square, caravanserai, public bath, mosque and covered bazaar with many handicrafts to offer, including traditional copper dishes. Strolling around the complex, at some point you will come across the inscriptions inside, which indicate the date of the construction of each building.

O/N Kerman (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

First, have a quick glance at Jabalieh or Rock Dome, also known as the Gabri Dome, which is a remarkable construction made by stone rather than usual brick. Resume this journey by visiting an oasis in the middle of the desert city of Mahan. The UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bagh-e Shazdeh (Prince Garden), with its wonderful turquoise twin minarets and eye-catching water fountains. Flittering ponds and tall mythical trees welcome you into the mansion of Shah Nematollah Vali, wondering through this storybook scenery you will arrive at his Shrine, the renowned Iranian mystic and poet.

Later on, head to a natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, desert of Lut (AKA Dasht-e-Lut). One of the widest and most unique deserts on the earth. After exploring the wonders of Lut, you can visit natural phenomena of Kalouts (sand castles) which are what our company was named after. When your eyes lay upon the numerous structures of Kalouts scattered all throughout the desert, where there is nothing else as far as the eye can see, is the time your heart is going to be forever enchanted by this unique desert. Nebkas (Desert Vases), old fortress & date palm groves of Shafiabad and Salt River (crystals & polygons) are amongst the other beauties of this area in Lut desert. Relax in the silence of the desert, fix your eyes on the endless & colorful horizon and gaze at the starry night sky.

O/N Kerman (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

on today’s adventure, head to the city of Rayen, another desert city of Iran, have a stroll around and visit the Rayen Citadel, which takes the second place of the greatest adobe building in the world after Bam Citadel. This area takes up to 22,000 m2 with different structure extensions, including a school, a dock, a mosque, a warehouse and watchtowers, which were a distinctive feature of the castle providing visual access to different directions. Then resume your drive to Sirjan and spend a while, sightseeing and visiting the unique “clay pipe style” wind tower. Lastly transfer to the hotel for a good night’s rest.

O/N Sirjan (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Along the road of today’s drive towards Shiraz, discover Sarvestan, located in the southeast of Shiraz. One of the most fascinating highlights of this city is the Sassanid-era palace, belonging to Bahram-e Gur, one of the Sassanid kings. The whole complex is 25 hectares. The materials used in building this complex contained stone and gypsum, which formed a square balcony on the top center and a dome in the middle. Much like but smaller than the architectural design of Firouz-Abad Palace.

The beautiful city of Shiraz is going to welcome you in the evening.

A city of poems, nightingales and gardens filled with flowers, which has been considered the center of Persian culture for thousands of years.

Visit the tombs of two famous Iranian poets, HAFEZ and SAADI, where Iranians come to pay their respects and place flowers. A good site where you can have the chance to become familiar with the Iranian literature.

Hafez has always been more than just a poet due to his enchanting poems, which are still a soul consulting part of Iranians life, present at the table on different celebrations and ceremonies such as Nowruz (New Year) and Yalda.

Goethe, the famous German poet and philosopher has been heavily inspired by Hafez and has mentioned him in his works, even began to speak to him in written monologues, initiating how fascinated and at the same time humbled he was by his Divan.

Your leader will give you a declamation of his exhilarating poems making your soul fly.

O/N Shiraz (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Join an excursion in Shiraz to travel through time, visiting the colorfully decorated Nasir ol Molk Mosque (Pink mosque), where the streaming colors of stain glass windows fill the interior when they hit the sunlight. Next on today’s visit list is UNESCO-listed, Eram garden, which has a perfect resemblance to the Persian style gardens. Check out Karim Khani citadel along the way and take some quick snaps. Get a head start on your souvenirs with a stroll through Vakil Bazaar with your leader, which is one of Iran’s most loved Bazaars, a great spot to sit, chat, and enjoy a glass of orange blossom tea.

Perhaps you would like to finish your day by getting lost in the thousand shining mirrors and twinkling lights of Shah cheragh Holy Shrine.

O/N Shiraz (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning you will join a historical excursion to visit the ancient city of Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Just an hour from Shiraz. Persepolis, one of the great cities of the ancient world, which was constructed during the reign of Darius, was once the center of the Persian Empire. The magnificent gateways, exquisite relief carvings, bearing the legends of the past emperors and towering columns still make the visitors speechless to this day. Delve into this somewhat mysterious ancient city.

O/N Shiraz (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Set out on a drive towards Yazd; stop at UNESCO World Heritage Site Pasargadae, one of the most important historical sites of Iranian civilization, dating back to 2500 years ago with its simple yet majestic elegance, putting you in a trance. Visit Pasargadae; previously known as Zendan-e-Soleyman, which was surrounded by many palaces, pillars and different structures, once linked by a set of gardens. Go on a walking tour of the Tomb of Cyrus the Great with six broad steps leading to the sepulcher, Achaemenes Palaces and reliefs. Later on, resume this drive to Yazd.

O/N Yazd (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Welcome to Yazd! Renowned as the center of silk and wool fabrics, which lies across the central desert of Iran, close to the Spice and Silk Road. Despite its location, Yazd, just like any other desert city in Iran, has many green gardens and green areas, located near Qanats, an ancient Iranian engineering technique. The smart solution for the water supply, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site invention, which drew underground water. The historical city of Yazd has also been recognized a world Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2017.

The courtyards of traditional houses (built below the ground level), wind catchers and earthen walls all together come to have a pleasant microclimate. As for the streets and alleys, public courtyards, Sabats (partially or entirely covered alleys and a chain of arches for sun protection) and main squares, shape Yazd and its urban features.

Some highlights of Yazd, including Amir Chakhmaq Complex with its unique courtyards, traditional districts like Fahadan old neighborhood, Ziyaeyeh School (AKA Alexanders Prison), Water Museum, Qanat system, bazaars, water cisterns, hammams (baths), Congregational (Jameh) Mosque, traditional houses, wind towers and Dolat Abad Garden can explain briefly the history of this ancient city. The continuously burning Zoroastrian Fire Temple and Dakhme, the former Zoroastrian cemetery, known today as the tower of silence, bear fascinating historical stories of Zoroastrian culture.

At every turn, with every look, every brick of the houses, neighborhoods and alleys are still bearing the same soul of 2000 years ago.

O/N Yazd (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Yazd wonders are not limited to the city itself; other towns near the city also have a notable share in its beauties, one of which is Meybod. We visit highlights of Meybod like Chapar-Khaneh (old post center), Kaboutar-Khaneh (Pigeon Tower), Narin Qal’eh (Castle), Caravanserai, traditional icehouse (fridge) and Ceramic shops. Continue this journey to Naein, where you can visit Pirniya Museum, Naein congregational (Jame) Mosque and the old Aba knitting workshop (Aba is a kind of cloth of Muslim clergymen). Putting all wonders aside, the famous city of Isfahan, Safavid shining capital, with countless attractions is ahead of us today. Iran’s richest city renowned for its exceptional architecture and art such as Meenakari, Miniature, Silverwork and Copper. As we enter the city, taking a stroll on historical Khaju and Si-o-se pol historical bridges at night, makes you ready for your visits for the next day.

O/N Isfahan (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Rise and shine for a day of exploring Isfahan teemed with fabulous monuments and UNESCO World Heritages, once chosen as the capital of the Safavid dynasty, now known as one the creative cities of the world due to its magnificent handicrafts. Soak up the atmosphere of the immense Naqsh-e-Jahan Square (Meidan Emam) UNESCO World Heritage Site; Flanked by azure-tiled mosques. Fountains dance where once polo players pranced to entertain Safavid Ruler, Shah Abbas. Marvel at the outstanding Sheikh Lotf-ol-lah and Imam Mosques. Continue to Ali Qapu, a massive and majestic palace with six floors. The sixth floor being the well-known music hall, having niches in the wall giving it both aesthetic and acoustic value. Next up is the local bazaar, walk along the covered lanes with eye-catching handicrafts and jewelry that give you the opportunity to get closer to Iranian culture. You can get an overall look, strolling around the square by a classic carriage with horses.

O/N Isfahan (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, drive to visit Vank Cathedral, formerly known as the saintly sisters. The architecture of this amazing cathedral has been the subject of many tourists fascination as the plain exterior looks quite simple comparing to the detailed paintings and western church interior design. Later on, if time permitted, check out Chehel Sotun palace. A royal palace built by Shah Abbas to greet ambassadors and hold special receptions. The name Chehel Sotun, meaning (forty pillars) in Persian, was inspired by the reflection of the twenty front pillars of the mansion appearing to be forty, in the long pool in front of the palace. Next stop is going to be Jameh Mosque (Masjed-e Jāmé) UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the Jolfa district, lined with cafés and restaurants.

O/N Isfahan (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

After your exotic journey of Isfahan, head to the last location of your trip, Kashan. First, visit the spectacular village of Abyaneh. A village of great antiquity, which resembles a living architectural and anthropological museum, dating back to Safavid Era. The simplicity found in the houses affords a picture of life in rural areas of Iran. Spend some time browsing the breathtaking highlights of Kashan. The first attraction is the lavish Fin Garden UNESCO World Heritage Site. A historical legacy that contains the famous Fin bath belonging to the long list of Persian gardens. Lastly marvel at the affluent houses of Borujerdi & Tabatabaei. The details and special features of the architecture is truly a treat for the eyes.

O/N Kashan (Hotel)

Meals included: Breakfast

Transfer to the IKA airport to board the homebound flight.

Gallery

Pasargadae
Pasargadae
Pasargadae
pasargad-palace
pasargad-palace
persepolis-achaemenids
persepolis-achaemenids
Persepolis-Iran-Shiraz
Persepolis-Iran-Shiraz
Fahadan
Fahadan
Dolat-abad
Dolat-abad
Naghshe_Jahan
Naghshe_Jahan
Ceiling of Aliqapou Palace in Imam Square
Ceiling of Aliqapou Palace in Imam Square
Ganjali
Ganjali
Shazdeh Garden
Shazdeh Garden
Sarvestan
Sarvestan
Rayen_Castle
Rayen_Castle

Inclusion

• Transport: One way air ticket of Tehran-Kerman & Air-conditioned transportation
• Airport transfer: all airport transfers
• Accommodation: 14 nights’ accommodation in 2, 3, 4 and 5* Hotel (01-night early check in upon arrival)
• Meals: Meals as per itinerary
• Tour Guide: English speaking guide/driver-guide
• Other Services: Arrangement of official Visa reference number issued by the ministry of foreign affairs.

Exclusion

  • International flight ticket
  • All meals not included in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees
  • Tips and porter charges
  • Any other services not specified above
  • Any expenses such as telephone calls, laundry, and mini bar used in the room, tips (guide, driver &restaurant) & porter charges etc.
  • Entrance fees
  • Visa fee charged by Government at the embassy or the airport

Important Note

  • Please bear in mind in local houses single room is only available upon request. Clean mattress is available.
    • On sea trips in case of bad conditions, routes and timing may change
    • In trips close to nature, in case of climate changes and lousy weather,  accommodation and schedule may change
    • Booking process of the hotels starts upon receiving the flight details.
    • Changes in the hotels may occur

Visa

In order to get the visa, we need 7 working days to get the invitation ref number from Iran foreign ministry.
Required documents :Completed visa application form (please Click here to fill the application form),
Copy of your passport; and also the scan of your former visa if you have traveled to Iran before .
Passport copy file should be as follow:

• Size 40 kb/5.5 cm *4.3 cm
• Format should be JPEG or GIF

Responsible Travel

As the executive of nature tours in Iran & Globe, we have assumed our responsibility & role so seriously, know the tourism effect on our surrounded environment & local society, and try to plan & operate our tours in accordance with this foreground thought; For, we believe that the tour executive has a great effect on the means of transferring his/her experiments, to guarantee both the passengers health & environment conservation .

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