We Love —
- Discovery the majesty and mystery of the exotic lands of Iran, a Persian gem of culture, history, and architecture.
- Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime tour covering 8 nights in Iran's most intriguing cities, opt for the tour in 11 nights and enjoy an extension of 3 nights in Tabriz.
- From Tehran to Shiraz, you will visit some of Iran's most historic and important sites, such as The Blue Mosque, Persepolis, and the Qur'an Gate.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Destination —
You will be at the heart of a millennial history, marked by many events and by the civilizations that have succeeded one another. Take the journey from unparalleled cities to haunting mosques and from authentic markets to small villages with ancestral customs.
Iran's wonders and memories are waiting for you.
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Day 1: UK / Tehran
Day 2: Tehran / Shiraz (flight)
Day 3: Shiraz
Day 4: Isfahan
Day 5: Isfahan
Day 6: Isfahan
Day 7: Tehran
Day 8: Tehran
Day 9: Tehran / UK
Possible extension of 3 nights in Tabriz:
Day 9: Tehran / Tabriz
Day 10: Tabriz
Day 11: Tabriz
Day 12: Tabriz / UK
Your Itinerary —
Arrival in the evening or at night at Tehran airport. Welcome by your guide to take charge of luggage. Transfer to the hotel. Key delivery and installation in the room.
Day 2: Teheran / Shiraz
Breakfast and visit to the city of Tehran. Discovery of the complex of Golestan Palace (2 Palaces). The minimum visit time is 2 hours. A true masterpiece of the Kadjar era, a symbol of traditional Persian craftsmanship and architectural forms from earlier periods mixed with Western influences. Built around a garden, the palace was chosen as the seat of government by a Kajar family who made Tehran the capital of the country. Visit of the National Museum of Iran: This archaeological and historical museum is located in Tehran and consists of two buildings. Transfer to Mehrabad airport and domestic flight to Shiraz. Night in Shiraz.
Day 3: Shiraz
The day is dedicated to Shiraz to visit the garden of Eram (UNESCO World Heritage Site) which owes its name to the Persian language and which means "Garden of Paradise", the Zandiyeh Complex which includes a Castle and a museum Pars (external view), the Bazaar, the Hammam (Museum of Anthropology). You will admire the mausoleum of Hafez and its memorial (Hāfezieh), two memorial structures erected north of Shiraz, Iran, in memory of the famous Persian poet Hafez.Night in Shiraz. Note: non-Muslims can visit mosques, however, cameras are prohibited and women must be appropriately covered.
Departure for Isfahan. On the way, visit Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site) which was a capital of the Achaemenid Persian Empire. The site is located on the plain of Marvdasht, at the foot of Kuh-e Rahmat mountain, about 70 km north-east of the city of Shiraz, province of Fars. You will discover Naqsh-e-Rostam and Pasargadae (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Overnight in Isfahan.
Day 5: Isfahan
Discovery of Isfahan, abundant in cultural and artistic wealth and sheltering more than 2500 years of civilization. Nicknamed the "half of the world", Isfahan was the capital of the Safavid king Shah Abbas, where a large number of Armenians fled from the Turkish Ottomans. Visit of Chehel Sotoun Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Naqsh SquareJahan (UNESCO World Heritage Site) formerly known as "Shah Square" and now "Imam Khomeini Square". This square is located in the center of the city of Isfahan is one of the largest squares in the world. You will also notice the complex of the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque and the Bazaar. Overnight in Isfahan.
Day 6: Isfahan
Enjoy a new excursion to the city of Isfahan to visit the Friday Jameh Mosque (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Discover also the bridges of Sio-se-Pol and Khajou. Overnight in Isfahan.
After breakfast, drive to Tehran. Stop at Kashan to visit the Fine Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a Persian garden located next to the village of Fin, a few kilometres southwest of the city of Kashan. The garden became one of the favourite residences of the Persian rulers, such as Safavid Shah Abbas I and his successors. You will also see the Mosque of Agha Bozorg. Overnight in Tehran.
Day 8: Tehran
Visit Saad Abad Palace, built by the Qadjar and Pahlavi dynasty of Iran and home to several museums presenting the rich cultural history of the country. Pass through the Tajrish bazaar before visiting the ancient village of Darband, today the district of Tehran. You will end your day with a visit to the Imamzadeh Saleh Mausoleum, a Shia Imamzadeh. Transfer to the hotel.
Day 9: Tehran / UK
Transfer to the airport and return flight.
Tabriz Extension: —
Flight to Tabriz. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Tabriz.
Day 10: Tabriz
Day dedicated to the visit of the Bazaar of Tabriz, the mosque of Vendrediü, Blue Mosque, museum of Azerbaijan. Excursion to the troglodyte village of Kandovan. Dinner and overnight in Tabriz.
Day 11: Tabriz
Visit of Saint Monastery-Stéphanos or Saint-Etienne located in the city Jolfa around Tabriz, the border of the Azerbaijan countries and Armenia. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Tabriz.
Day 10: Tabriz / UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following hotels in a Standard Room on a Full Board dining basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks.)
Your Hotels
Chirza: Zandiyeh Hotel 5 * or similar
Isfahan: Kowsar Hotel 4 * or similar
Tabriz: Kaya Laleh Park 5 * or similar
Sleeps up to
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Transfers are included throughout.
