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Tour price:
Luxury:
990 €
Iran life: 690 €
Treasures of Persia:
Visits:
Tehran, Shiraz, Persepolis, Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, Abyaneh
All your interests are included in our "Treasures of Persia" as
a tour which covers the most famous cities of Iran. You will
also have the opportunity to gather a comprehensive knowledge
about Persia from the ancient millennium till now. This tour is
absolutely appropriate for the tourists who intend to travel to
Iran for the first time.
Day 1: Arrival In Tehran
Upon your pre-dawn arrival in Tehran airport, you will be
cordially received by our representative carrying our logo show
card (transfer information) who will direct you for
transfer to your hotel. You will have time to rest and relax
before your morning tour of Tehran commences.
Tehran, a modern megalopolis, prides itself in having unique
museums with immense and unrivaled collections and artifacts
dating from the earliest onset of history to the present era.
Your tour begins with a trip to the Archeological Museum, one of
the rare places in the world where you will have the special
opportunity of visiting and experiencing the “evolution of
mankind” through the marvelous display of historical relics.
Next on the agenda is your very much-awaited chance to savor the
distinctive flavor of Iranian cuisine. Lunch will be set in an
exquisite traditional Iranian restaurant where you will sample a
wide range of delightful Persian dishes and desserts.
Afterwards, you will visit a world of jewels in a priceless
Crown Jewels Museum one of which is one of the two greatest
diamonds, Darya-e-Noor (sea of light).
At the end of the day, you will get a chance to see a variety of
Persian hand-woven carpets and rugs in the Carpet Museum which
houses more than 100 spectacular pieces from all over Iran. On
top of that, you will also be given an insight into the history
of these carpets. Stay overnight in Tehran.
Day 2: Tehran, Fly To Shiraz
A morning visit to Sa'ad Abad Complex with an immense 1,100,000
square meters and 18 magnificent historical palaces (2 of which
you will visit) will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on
you.
Subsequently, you will be acquainted with the world of Iranian
arts with a trip to the Reza Abasi Museum which boasts a diverse
collection of different art forms.
Your Tehran excursion will end at the Ceramic Museum where you
will be able to witness its construction with glorious ancient
archaeology. Afterwards, you will be transported to the airport
for an hour’s flight to Shiraz. This is followed by a transfer
to your hotel in Shiraz and en route you will be able to see the
Shah-Cheragh (King of the Light) shrine from outside. Stay
overnight in Shiraz.
Day 3: Shiraz
Shiraz is crowned as the heartland of Persian culture and this
city of sophistication will never fail to conjure up images of
roses and nightingales, gardens and poetry. This gorgeous city
in the province of Fars is home to famous poets such as Hafez
and Sa'adi and historical sites from different eras stretching
back 6,000 years ago can be found.
Early in the morning, relish in the highlights of Shiraz when it
was the capital of Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Be inspired by
the glorious Karim Khan palace, the splendid Vakil mosque, Vakil
Bazaar and Saray-e-moshir with its splendid architecture and
interesting ethnic souvenir shops, Nasir Almolk mosque.
Next, you will stop for a mouth-watering Iranian lunch at one of
the traditional restaurants of Shiraz (Hammam-e-Vakil if
possible).
In the evening, you will visit Ali-Ebn-e-Hamzeh and be prepared
to marvel at its beauties. Take a stroll through the Jahan Nama
Garden and witness its tall and proud cedars.
Not forgetting the two famous Persian poets, Hafiz and Sa'adi,
whose mysterious poems are everlasting in the Persian language
you will get a chance to pay homage to their tombs.
Finally visit the Delgosha Garden and Khajoy-e-Kermani tomb from
where the perspective of the mysterious city of Shiraz will
perpetuate in your mind. At night have dinner in a nomadic
restaurant (Yord cultural complex) and immerse yourself in the
world of the valiant Persian nomads. Stay overnight in Shiraz.
Day 4: An Excursion To Persepolis
Be prepared to be inspired by the magnificence of Persepolis.
This gem of ancient Persia which dates back 2530 years ago is
the result of the exquisite works of a conglomeration of fine
artists and architects from various nations under the
Archaemenid Empire.
Next, you will visit Koh-e-Rahmat which is sided east of
Persepolis and considered as a sacred mountain in ancient
Persia.
Followed by Necropolis where you will marvel at the massive
tombs of Old Persian kings. Necropolis is a collection of a
variety of awe-inspiring historical relics from different
pre-Islamic eras. Stay overnight in Shiraz.
Day 5: Drive To Yazd
Depart by surface to Yazd. On the way we will have short stops
in Pasargadae to visit the most important monument there which
is undoubtedly the tomb of Cyrus the Great, the originator of
the greatest emperorship 500 years AD. Also you will visit the
bas relief of the Wing Man and get familiar with its historical
elucidations.
Then head to Abarqu to visit its traditional cisterns,
ice-stories and 4500 year old cypress tree. Some trees in Iran
are symbol of holiness; people aspire in their heart and fasten
pieces to its branches. Then drive to Zeinoddin, a Safavid
Caravanserai that is restored in the best way possible and got 2
awards from UNESCO in 2005 and 2006. You will enjoy its calming
atmosphere in the middle of the desert with its shining stars
blinking. Stay overnight in Zeinoddin.
Day 6: Yazd
Drive to Yazd for 65 Km. Yazd, the oldest adobe city in the
world, is surrounded by the 4000m summit of Shirkooh and two
majestic deserts of Iran, Dasht-e-Kavir and Kavir-e-Loot. This
ancient city is furnished with mosques of stunning beauty. The
co-existence of the splendid fire temples and the holy sites of
different religions astonish every visitor.
Today’s tour includes visiting the Dakhmeh (towers of
silence, where Zoroastrians leave the dead corpse to be eaten by
vultures), fire temple of the Zoroastrians, henna pounding work
shops and the Amir Chakhmagh complex. From the minarets of this
complex, you will get a breath-taking perspective of the oldest
adobe city.
Lunch will be served at the Hammam-e-Khan traditional
restaurant.
Towards the end of the day, you will visit the marvelous Water
museum, Jameh mosque and Doulat Abad Garden. Stay overnight in
Yazd.
Day 7: Drive To Isfahan
On this day, you will traverse 300km from Yazd to Isfahan which
is in the vicinity of Dasht-e-Kavir and the attractive city of
Nain. Nain is known as the city of cisterns and possesses around
80 cisterns. You will get a chance to visit one of the oldest
and most important mosques of Persian Islamic architecture. Stay
overnight in Isfahan.
Day 8: Isfahan
Isfahan, the legendary city which never fails to enchant its
visitors, is the pearl of traditional Islamic archeology. This
city is revived by the works of contemporary artists.
Isfahan prides itself in having fascinating historical garden
palaces. Legend has it that the city was founded at the time of
Tahmourass or Keykavous and because of its glories has been
entitled “Half the World”.
Your full day tour includes the famed Imam Square
(Naqsh-e-Jahan), a huge square second in the world to Beijing's
Tiananmen Square. Tour the architectural marvels of Sheikh
Lotfollah and Imam Mosques, Aliqapu Palace, Chehel Sutoon and
Hasht Behesht Palaces, and also visit one of the most famous
bazaars in Iran, where you can purchase the arts & crafts for
which Isfahan is so well renowned. Stay overnight in Isfahan.
Day 9: Isfahan
Isfahan’s Jameh mosque holds in itself the passage of several
centuries of historical Islamic evolution. This mosque is a
gallery of Islamic architecture in which the progress of the
architecture from the outset of Islam till recent times is
evident. Then we will visit Vank Church which is one of the most
beautiful Armenian churches in the world and will undoubtedly
capture the attention of every Christian.
Your day will conclude with a visit to Monar Jomban, the tomb of
a Sufi with its shaking minarets and some historical bridges.
Stay overnight in Isfahan.
Day 10: Drive To Abyaneh
You will proceed to Abyaneh where you will be accommodated in a
hotel.
Abyaneh is located at the foot of Mount Karkas and in the
vicinity of desert. 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.
Day 11: Drive To Tehran
Next, hop on to Kashan and visit Tabatabaiha and Borojerdiha
houses and be acquainted with the previous century’s
architecture, the Qajar era. You will also visit some other
historical places specially chosen by your tour guide.
After that you will head to Qom and pay homage to the holy
shrine of Fatima. Finally, you will catch a glimpse of Imam
Khomeini’s shrine and return to Tehran. Stay overnight in
Tehran.
Day 12: Depart Tehran
Last but not least, depart Iran – the land of warmth and
hospitality with fond memories.
Tour Services
1. Iran visa
2. 11 nights stay in middle class hotels
3. Transportation vehicle for 12 days all across Iran during the
trip
4. Experienced English speaking guide for 12 days
5. Breakfast and lunch
6. Domestic flights
7. All the entrance fees
8. Special offers
9.Transfer by guide
Not
included in the tour price:
- International flights
- Tips and all personal expenses
- Single room supplements
- Eventual petrol surcharges
- Travel insurrance
Tour Timetable
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March |
April |
May |
June |
July |
August* |
September |
October |
November |
December* |
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8 - 29 |
5 - 26 |
3 - 17 |
7 |
5 |
4 - 18 |
1 - 15 |
13 - 27 |
10 - 24 |
1-15-22-29 |
*Best time
Individual
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