Treasures of Persia (12 Days)
When: All the year round
Duration: 12 days
Highlights: Monument, Church, Shopping center, ancient theater
Language: The tour is originally in English.
Iran is a historical country in the west of Asia, known as the home of great Persian culture. There is plenty of tourist attraction all around the country. This tour shows you all Around Iran in 12 days, starts in the capital city Tehran, to Isfahan, Abyaneh and Kashan.visit some of the most significant archaeological sites in the country, including the Golestan Palace, Naghsh-e Jahan, Pasargadae and Persepolis. Enjoying both the beauties of Persian culture and lush nature. There will be plenty of opportunities for foodies! Explore the history and architecture of ancient Persia with Iranforall.
Price includes :
- Visa Services
- All Accommodation
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Professional Tour Guide
- Domestic Flight
- All Transfer
- Airport Shuttle
- Insurance
- Entrance Fees
- Sim Card with Internet
Price excludes :
- Visa Extension.
- Tipping.
- Dinner.
- International Airfare
Activities
- Day 1
Welcome to Iran, Meet your leader at the Airport. In the afternoon, you’ll head out to Tajrish Sq. an Iranian rally to meet Tehrani people and wander around the shops. Then take a walk and visit the masterpieces in Sa’dabad complex. Finally, you’ll go to Darband area, for a light stroll and a nice dinner there. O/N in Tehran
- Day2
This morning, you’ll head out to Royal complex of Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see with many historical buildings and gardens. Then we take a walk in Tehran grand bazaar, a great commercial and historical center. Then you’ll visit the National Museum of Iran, a rich collection of Artifacts that were discovered within the archaeological activities in Iran. O/N in Tehran
- Day3
Driving to Kashan, you’ll have a stop in Fatima Masumeh Shrine in Qom and then head to Kashan, renowned as one of Iran's most beautiful cities, Kashan is one of those places that you'll definitely want to have your camera ready while visiting Tabatabaei and Brojerdi Houses, Aqa Bozorg Mosque, Sultan Amir Ahmad Hammam, Bazaar of Kashan. All these historical structures have their own features and show the creativity of Iranian architectures during centuries. O/N in Kashan
- Day4
Early in the morning you’ll go to visit the delightful Fin garden, fresh up and get ready for the later plans of the day. Departing Kashan to Isfahan. In the way, we make a stop in Abyaneh, an iconic village with extraordinarily architecture, great culture and Persian costumes. Don’t forget to take some photos with local outfits of Abyaneh, the colourful scarves and hedge skirts. Drive to Isfahan, One of the most visited destinations in the world. This day you’ll have enough time to visit Naqsh-e Jahan Square Includes Imam Mosque, Aali Qapu and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. All of them are the masterpiece of Persian architecture and then Jameh mosque of Kashan. You’ll have a wonderful time exploring the Bazaar. O/N in Isfahan
- Day5
There are more to see in Isfahan. Early in the morning, we head to Armenian district to meet the Christian community of the city and their heritage. Vank cathedral and Saint Bethlehem church are the two most important centers for Christians in West Asia. Take a seat and stretch your legs by the beautiful fountains of Jolfa Square, don’t miss out on drinking a cup of Jolfa’s famous coffee and wander around the toy shops there. Definitely, the most special part of your Isfahan journey is visiting the Persian music museum. The museum has an extensive collection of folk and national musical instruments, documents, compositions and other writing pieces of music and poems. Enjoy the live performance of professional music players there. This afternoon, we’ll head out to Chehel Sotoun. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s a must-see Persian garden. Your tour leader will walk you through Si-O Se pol and Khajou bridges. Two magnificent structures on the Zayandeh Rud River with an enjoyable atmosphere. O/N in Isfahan
- Day6
You should not leave Isfahan without experiencing a night in high quality deserts of this province. Early in the morning, we leave Isfahan city towards Varzaneh Desert. By listening to the stories from your leader, enjoy the sceneries. There is one of the best salt lakes of Iran in Varzaneh, taking some photos of this phenomena is highly recommended. After seeing the dunes, sunset and shining stars, we will invite to have a local meal, made of organic products in Varzaneh desert lodging center. O/N in Varzaneh
- Day7
This morning we head south into Yazd. The UNESCO registered city and the second historical protected city of the world. Yazd serves up centuries of incredible history, rich culture and fantastic food. Arriving in Yazd, your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour of the historic city center, and then you’ll have enough time to explore and take photos. You’ll visit Old town, Jameh Mosque, Dowlatabad Garden, Amir Chaqmaq complex, and Zoroastrian Fire Temple. Yazd has been the center of Zoroastrianism in Iran for centuries, there are many monuments and religious centers that belong to them, the best opportunity for those who are interested in ethnology and theology. O/N in Yazd
- Day8
Start the day by visiting Tower of Silence and then departing Yazd to Shiraz. In the way, we make a stop in Abarkouh, a city in Yazd home of the oldest tree of the world ‘’Sarv-e Abarkouh’’. After visiting Aqazadeh Historical House, we make our way to Pasargadae, one the most important archaeological sites of Near East, an Achaemenids memorial and provenance of Persian art and architecture. Wander through Palaces, the tomb of Cyrus the Great and then the first Persian garden and delightful plains covered in wild tulips. O/N in Shiraz
- Day9
Welcome to charming Shiraz, the city of orange blossoms, dominated by mountains and fascinating gardens. Your tour leader will take you to an orientation tour to see the main sights, including Narenjestan and Eram Garden, Nasirol Molk Mosque (Pink Mosque), Tomb of Saadi and Hafez; the most famous poets of Iran. Wander around in Zand complex including Vakil mosque, Vakil Bazaar, and Karimkhan castle. As a center for culture in Iran Shiraz was home of historical heritage, magnificent mosques, palaces and museums. Shiraz is also a modern city, with vibrant cafés, exiting restaurants and nightlife culture. O/N in Shiraz
- Day10
Early in the morning, we go to visit the holy shrine of Shahcheragh, a historical complex with magnificent architecture and especially mirror works. Then we leave Shiraz towards the green plains of Marvdasht to see and explore Persepolis and Naghsh-e Rostam Necropolis. Persepolis is a must-see site in Iran, as a symbol of Iran, it must be included in every traveller’s plan. All the arts and skills will stun everyone for sure. Naqsh-e Rostam is actually the necropolis for Achaemenids with a group of King’s catacombs buried into cliffs. There are also four Sassanid rock inscriptions in this place. O/N in Shiraz
- Day11
Today we leave Shiraz to Kerman.on the way, we make a stop in Maharloo Lake (Pink Lake), an incredible phenomena and the best place for wildlife observation. Then you’re going to continue ahead to Mahan, there you’ll explore Shazde garden, there you can take a short rest and stretch your legs. Then head to the Mausoleum of Shah Nematolah Vali, this place has a very stunning atmosphere. Next after, you’ll go to Kerman, another historical city of Iran with a rich culture. There are plenty of opportunity for foodies in Kerman. O/N in Kerman
- Day12
Taking a flight back to Tehran. Then you will be transferred to IKA airport to say farewell to Iran and all of its beauties. “Iran for All Travel Group” wishes you a good journey in Iran.