North and Northeast Iran tour (15 Days)
When: Tour starts every day at 10 am.
Duration: 3 hours
Highlights: Monument, Church, Shopping center, ancient theatre
Language: The tour is originally in English.
Iran is a land with different geography and ethnic groups, as well as different cultures that have formed alongside ‘’Iranian culture’’. North and Northeast of Iran have developed over years which has resulted to a potentially great tourism site. This tour is designed to introduce travellers to the cultural and geographical features of the area. You will see the shores of the Caspian Sea, the lands of the Turkmen tribes, the Kavir plain, the magnificent Khorasan, historic Isfahan and great Tehran. All of “Iran for All Travel Group” tours are guaranteed; you will be accompanied by an experienced and passionate tour leader. We made an effort to provide you with modern and comfortable facilities during your journey. Stay with us to know more about this tour.
This tour Includes
- Visa Services
- Accommodation in the hotels as per program
- Generally, half board or full board
- All transfers
- Tour guide
- Entrance fees according to program
- Tip and portages in restaurants and hotels
Activities
- Day 1
Welcome to Iran, after your arrival at the airport, meet your driver and then go to the hotel and take a short rest to be ready for your next plans. In the afternoon, we head to the north of Tehran, take a walk in Tajrish Sq. this area gives you a better vision of Tehran. Afterwards, we enjoy visiting Iran’s famous cultural Centre, Sa’dabad complex, including museums, art galleries and palaces. We’ll then continue our journey on to Darband area. There you’ll have a walk by the rivers and freshen up for dinner.
O/N in Tehran
- Day2
This morning we head into the heart of Tehran, home of historical monuments and heritages. Arriving on the historical district of Tehran, you’ll have enough time to explore the UNESCO heritage, Golestan Palace, a former palace and current museum and national heritage. For those travellers wishing to buy an authentic Persian product, we’ll make a stop at the grand bazaar of Tehran. Our third destination is the National Museum of Iran, the richest museum of western Asia and a collection of prehistory and history of Iran. In the Afternoon visit Milad Tower, Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art and Carpet Museum of Iran. In all of these places, you can observe how Persian art developed and became one of the most praised parts of Iranian culture.O/N in Tehran
- Day3
Departing Tehran to east. Today you’ll have a free day to enjoy the Hyrcanian region by Chalus road which is renowned as one of Iran's most beautiful roads and also very exciting. Definitely, you cannot find any other similar landscape like Chalus in west Asia. Ready your camera to take some fantastic shots. There you can’t see anything but charm and grace around every corner. But it's not all about nature, there's certainly enough of a pulse here to busy your mind. The ancient Hyrcanian forests dating back 25 to 50 million years ago, so this is the best place for those who are interested in earth history. Moreover, about 240 specious of animals live here, that is a good situation for animal lovers to observe them. Northern Iran is famous for its delicious food, certainly, we will have a local lunch. Stopping in the stations, we'll have some time to stroll around and meet the locals and their delicious products. Don’t forget to enjoy tasting ‘’Lavashak’’, a quite Persian junkfood with a sour and sweet taste, made of fresh fruits. Ultimately, we spend a night in a very cozy lodging Centre in beautiful Chalus city.
O/N in Chalus
- Day4
This morning we head north towards Babulsar, on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea.in our first stop in Noor, we enjoy visiting Iran’s famous fishing Centre. We’ll then continue our journey on to Mahmoudabad, where you’ll have some free time to explore the local Bazaar of fish and olive. Our final destination of the day is Babulsar, a romantic seaside destination with picturesque and calm shores. Enjoy seeing sunset over the blue water of Caspian Sea. There will be some free time to take a walk by the sea before we meet back up for dinner.
O/N in Babulsar
- Day5
Departing Babulsar towards Torkaman Sahra (the desert of Torkaman). En route, we will visit Abbas Abad Persian Garden in Behshahr. Behshahr means ‘’the Best city’’ this is why this place is worth to see, renowned as one of Iran's most delightful cities. In Safi-Abad palace, definitely,you want to have your camera on. This graceful building constructed in order of Safavid King, Shah Abbas I (1588 – 1629). Then we will go to Abbas Abad Persian Garden, including Palace, garden, lake, dam, bath, water mill and two brick towers. There is charm and grace everywhere; all about nature, architecture and history. Our final destination is Bandar-e Torkaman, the home of the Torkaman groups of Iran. This free economic zone buzzes with energy, costumes, passion, and great culture. Our local tour guide will introduce you to the port and its attractions. If you wish to buy crafts don’t miss out on seeing local bazaars beside the sea. Step into the port as you visit the area, taste delicious foods of Torkaman Sahra especially ‘’Chekdarme’’. Torkaman headscarves, horses, faces and hats are among the most important and well-known symbols of the Turkmen culture.O/N in Bandar-e Torkaman
- Day6
This morning we head east towards Gonbad-e Kavous, home of Horses, race and the magnificent UNESCO heritage, Gonbad-e Qabus. The tallest brick tower of the ancient world, used as tomb and memorial of Ziyarid ruler and literati, Qabus-ibn-Voshmgir. As we make our way to Shahrud, we have a stop in Bastam, a city in Semnan province where you will see the historical complex of Bayazid-e Bastami, Iranian poet, philosopher and scholar. This afternoon, your tour leader will take you on a short tour of the historic tower of Kashaneh, there you have some free time to take photos and explore.
O/N in Shahrud
- Day7
Today we’re off to Khorasan. The largest state of Iran, boasting rich culture, long history and natural beauties. As we make our way to Mashhad, our first stop is Sabzevar. There, we will enjoy visiting the masterpieces of Persian architecture, Haji Molla Hady Sabzevari Tomb and then head to Neyshabour, a city that was one of the richest centers during the Islamic era. Learn more about Omar Khayyam and Attar, the Persian famous poets by visiting their Mausoleums. Spend some time in the beautiful garden of Kamal-ol-Molk and the wooden mosque of Neyshabour.O/N in Mashhad
- Day8
Mashhad is the most important tourism destination in north-west Iran. Our first destination of the day Tus, a cozy village where of the greatest Iranian poet, Ferdowsi is buried, located in the middle of a beautiful garden. This visit is mostly provided to help you get familiar with Persian epic literature and mythology. Then drive back to Mashhad and visit Holy Shrine of Imam Reza. Its structures, stunning architecture and religious charm give you a better image of Iranian- Islamic culture. Finally, we have some time to visit the city and freshen up before the included dinner this evening.O/N in Mashhad
- Day9
Leaving the highlands behind towards the deserts. As we make our way to Tabas, we have a stop in Esfahak, a historical oasis in the middle of the desert. Finding some time to explore the beauties of this area. In Tabas, we will have a delightful visit of Golshan Garden where the palm trees and fruit trees growing beside each other, which makes an unusual image. Check into the hotel and have a delicious Persian dinner.
O/N in Tabas
- Day10
Moving on to Morteza Ali Canyon, a very exciting place for nature lovers. Your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour to see some of the main sights and if you like you can use hot springs there. On the way to Yazd, we make a short stop in Kharanaq village, a historical destination for those who are interested in ancient Persian architecture and how the environment affected it. Take a walking tour through the narrow alleys of the village and meet the local people there. Continue the way to get to Yazd. O/N in Yazd
- Day11
Early in the morning, we head to the old part of town. Yazd, the UNESCO registered city of Iran is the city of sundried bricks, kindness and safety. Buzzes with energy and rich culture. Our professional tour guide will take you on a walking tour in the old town to visit Amir Chaqmaq complex, Jameh mosque. Then step into the DowlatAbad Garden and see the best of Persian gardens. Go to the Zoroastrian Tower of silence and fire temple where the holy fire, a memorial of millenniums catches your eyes and be drawn in the stunning spirit and atmosphere of the area. Yazd is one of the most developed tourism sites in Iran, so be sure to experience all of its beauties at the best.
O/N in Yazd
- Day12
Leaving Yazd to Isfahan, stop by Meybod to visit the home of Zilu and pottery. In Narin Castle, Shah Abbasi Caravanserai the best elements of Persian architecture. Turn your camera on to take some shots of exotic pigeon tower. Then by Naein, where your tour guide will introduce you to one of the oldest mosques of Iran with incredible Persian architecture and elaborations. Our final destination is Isfahan, Iran’s capital of tourism worth to be called ‘’The Blue Pearl of Architecture’’. Accompanied you’re your guide you will have a complete tour in Isfahan. In the evening we will visit Naqsh-e Jahan Square (Includes: Imam Mosque, Ali Qapu and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque), this square is actually Iran's most beautiful complex. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque which its dome gained a reputation as the masterpiece of architecture.
O/N in Isfahan
- Day13
In the morning, our guide will take us on a walking and driving tour of Isfahan. As a Centre for art and culture in West Asia for centuries, Isfahan was the host of some the world’s magnificent monuments such as palaces and mosques and churches. We will visit the UNESCO site, Chehel Sotun, then have a delicious drink in Armenian Part of Isfahan and go to visit Vank Cathedral and make an acquaintance to the Christian community of Iran. But Isfahan along with its classical heritage, magnificent handicrafts and productions that attract the attention of travellers, is also a modern city, with a vibrant café, restaurant and nightlife culture. Don’t miss a night besides thirty-three bridge (Si-O Se pol) and Khaju bridges.
O/N in Isfahan
- Day14
This morning we head towards Abyaneh village, highly praised cultural Centre of Iran. We’ll have some time to explore this picturesque village, take some interesting photo with local customs. Our Second destination is Kashan, the ancient home of Persian Carpet and pink rose. This city buzzes with gardens, archaeological sites and stunning architectures. Our tour guide will introduce you to its many attractions, Broujerdiha House, Jame mosque, Bazaar and Fin Garden. Then we meet back up for dinner and take a rest in a cozy hotel.
O/N in Kashan
- Day15
Departing Kashan to Tehran to take a flight back to your country. “Iran for All Travel Group” wishes you a magnificent journey in Iran. Share your photos of Iran, we will enjoy to meet you again and hear from you.