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15 days |
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Tour Highlights |
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The National Archeological Museum, National
Treasury, Traditonal roofed bazaars, Qom
Religous Town, well preserved traditional
town of Kashan, Isfahan's UNESCO world
heritage site of Naghsh-e-Jahan, UNSECO
world heritage site of Persepolis, Persian
Gardens in Kashan & Shiraz, the desert
scenes, Well Preserved noble city of Yazd,
Zoroastrian oldest ever burning fire,
Mud-brick citadel of Rayen and many more |
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Tour Facts |
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Activity |
Cultural - Sightseeing |
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Group Size |
Min. - 6 Max - N/A |
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Accommodation |
3 nights
- Hotel in Tehran
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nights - Hotel in Kashan
2 night - Hotel in Yazd
2 nights - Hotel in Kerman
3 nights -
Hotel in Shiraz
3 nights -
Hotel in Isfahan
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Transport |
Air-conditioned bus/minibus/car, Flight |
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Meals |
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L -
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Service
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Private airport transfer (ARR.&DEP.)
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Hotel accommodation as mentioned
. Meals as mentioned above
. Full-time Dedicated Vehicle for all transports
. Domestic flight(s)
. All mentioned sightseeing
. All mentioned entrance fees
. Full-time Experienced English speaking guide
. Visa support & reference code
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Service
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International airfare
. Personal insurance
. Visa stamp fee
. Expenses of personal nature
. Tips & Portages |
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The Persian culture, history and warm people have been irresistible draws to travelers from all
over the world. However, covered from the world for
the past 2 decades, it's now opening its doors to all
of those who can not afford to miss Iran, the cradle
of civilization. Be a pioneer to visit this fast
growing tourist destination.
Let us take you on a journey back in time to a mixture
of ancient sites and samples of Islamic arts and
architecture, spiced with the rich culture of Iranian
hospitality.
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Day 1.
Arriving in Tehran Airport, you
are welcomed and assisted by our representative and
will be transferred to your hotel. The morning is at
your leisure to relax. We get more familiar with the
Iranian history by visiting the valuable
archeological collections at the National Museum in
the afternoon. We will also visit Reza Abbasi Museum
which gives you an impression of Persian arts .
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TEHRAN |
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Day 2.
We drive to Kashan today. En-route we visit the
Salt Lake and the religious city of Qom,
considered as one of the most important
theological academic centers which hosts the
holy shrine of Hazrat-e-Masoumeh,
one of the holy Shi'ite ladies. In Kashan we
visit a beautiful sample of Iranian historical
gardens, Fin Garden. We also visit genuine
samples of Iranian traditional desert
architecture at a number of historical houses in
the city, now open to visitors. We have
some more time for strolling in this
traditionally well preserved city. In addition
to its beautiful traditional environment there
is a beautiful bazaar and a number of
interesting mosques to visit.
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Day 3.
We drive to
Yazd (375 km.) which is
described by Marco Polo as a noble city through a
scenic desert road. En-route we visit Abyaneh
village, which is a very well preserved sample
of traditional rural life in Iran.
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YAZD
Day 4.
Today we have a city tour
of Yazd visiting the Friday
mosque, Amir Chakhmagh Mosque and theater,
Dolatabad garden and wind trappers, the oldest
burning fire in Iran at the Zoroastrian Fire
temple and the towers of silence.
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YAZD
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Day 5.
Today we drive to Kerman (350 km.) and will have a stop in
Zeineddin caravanserai which is now restored to
a nice hotel. Afrer arrving in Kerman,
we go for an afternoon tour
of the city visiting the Friday mosque, Ganj
Ali Khan Public bath and traditional tea house
and Kerman traditional bazaar.O/N
KERMAN
Day 6.
We have an
excursion to Mahan to visit the mausoleum &
monastery of Shah Nematollah Vali, the famous
Sufi Dervish. We will also visit Shazdeh
(Prince) Gardens and and will drive to Rayn to
visit its beautiful castle which have became an
alternative to Bam Citadel for tourist groups
after 2004 Earthquake.
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Day 7.
We drive to
Shiraz (570 km.) and will pass some beautiful
lakes by the road. You may have the opportunity
to watch migrating flamingos along the shore of
Lake Bakhtegan. We will also visit Sarvestan
Sassanid Palace before arriving in Shiraz.O/N
SHIRAZ
Day 8.
After breakfast we
start our city tour of Shiraz. We will start by
Karmikhani complex, the residential palace of Zand
dynasty. Karim Khan Zand, the founder of Zand
dynasty choose Shiraz as his capital and declared
himself as “Vakil”, the lawyer of the nation,
rather than king. We continue Vakil complex
comprising of Vakil Mosque, Bazar and public bath
remaining from his reign. We also visit the
colorful Nasirolmolk mosque. After Lunch we
continue our tour by visiting the beautiful
gardens of Eram, the tombs of
famous poets, Hafez and Saadi and finally Quran
Gate.
O/N SHIRAZ |
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Day 9.
We go on an excursion to visit the remains of
Bishapur Ancient city and Tang-e-Chogan
Sassanid bas-reliefs. We will also visit remains
of Ardeshir's Palace near Firoozabad which is
also known as Fars Fire-Temple. On the way back
to Shiraz we will stop at the foot of a hill
which has an ancient castle on top named
Qale-Dokhtar (Maiden's Castle). We will also
spend some time by nomad tents to see
their interesting customs and life-style.
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SHIRAZ |
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Day 10.
This morning
we leave Shiraz for Isfahan and will visit
en-route the most magnificent city of the
ancient world, Persepolis, which is now
registered as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Persepolis was the ceremonial
capital of the Persian Empire during Achemaenian
era. The site, 125,000 sq.m. in area is composed
of various reception halls and palaces, private
palaces, royal treasury and fortifications. where we find the tomb of Cyrus the great
and remains of Achaemenian palaces and edifices.
We continue our trip by visiting Naghsh-e-Rostam, the Achaemenian
royal necropolis and Pasargadae where we find the tomb of Cyrus the great
and remains of Achaemenian palaces and edifices.
We stay the night at our hotel in Isfahan.
O/N ISFAHAN |
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Day 11.
After breakfast, we start our half-day tour of Isfahan at the UNESCO world heritage site of
Naghsh-e-Jahan Sq., once a royal polo court, this
site has been the official center of the city,
when the city was the Safavid Capital (17th
Century). We visit the famous Imam Mosque (Royal
Mosque), located the southern side of the square
with wonderful architecture and tile-work. We then
visit the multi story Aliqapu Palace, stood on the
western side of the square, from which the Safavid
kings used to view the polo games and ceremonies.
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (or Ladies Mosque) is
located on the opposite side of the square and is
visited next. We will stroll through the
traditional bazaar surrounding the square, before
we gather again for the lunch. The bazaar which
goes deep to the north is known traditionally as
Qeysarieh bazaar. Afternoon is free for rest and
personal programs
O/N ISFAHAN |
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Day 12.
We start another half-day tour by visiting the
Friday Mosque followed by Chehelsotun (forty columns) palace.
We will then visit Vank Cathedral and the
Armenian quarter of the city. We wil then
head to the banks of Zayanderud river, the soul of
the city. There are several historical bridges
over this river, erected during the Safavid era
(17th Century). Siosepol (33-arch) and khaju
bridges are the most famous ones. We enjoy
visiting these two interesting bridges, drinking
tea at the tea house below the bridge, walking
along the river bank or paddle on a boat from one
to the other. We can return back to the hotel or
enjoy this pleasant environment for more time.
O/N ISFAHAN
Day 13.
Morning is free for rest, shopping and
personal programs. Fly to Tehran in the
afternoon.
O/N TEHRAN |
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Day 14.
We go on a full-day tour
of the capital, Tehran. First, we will have a walking tour through old Tehran
and will visit the old Gate of Tehran, Golestan
Palaces, Imam (former Royal) Mosque and the
Grand Bazaar which is a large roofed old
shopping complex. After Lunch we will visit
the unique jewelry collection at the
National Treasury. We will then get more
familiar with Persian Carpets at the Carpet
Museum and will have a visit to Saadabad
Palace. Before returning back to the hotel,
we will stop in Darband, an oasis of rest in
Tehran, for drinking a cup of tea and a deep
breather of fresh air.
This evening
we attend a Persian night at a
traditional restaurant where we have our
Iranian dinner while enjoying Persian live
local music.
O/N TERHAN
Day 15.
Airport transfer is available 3
hours before your flight’s departure. |
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Kashan
: Half Day City tour
Tehran
