3-Day Varzaneh Desert & Isfahan Tour
the Magic of Varzaneh Dunes
From € 430
- Iran Tour
- Iran Desert Tours
- 3-Day Varzaneh Desert & Isfahan Tour
Starts in:
Tehran
Ends in:
Isfahan
Destinations:
Isfahan
Duration:
3 Days
Age Range:
7 - 80
Physical Rating:
Accommodation:
2 nights at traditional guesthouses, 1 night at a 4-star hotel
Tour Description
From the serenity of Varzaneh desert and the pool of cultural heritage in Isfahan, this 3-day tour package is designed to give one of Iran’s most diverse experiences!
Watching the sunrise over the sand dunes of Varzaneh, creating all different kinds of shapes in the desert silence, is quite indescribable. It will be an inner journey through every step you take on the soft sands of the Varzaneh desert.
After taking in all the peace from the Varzaneh desert, you’ll be getting lost in Isfahan, the cultural gem of Iran tour, which is also known as half of the world. The art and architecture from thousands of years ago will take you deeper into the inner journey of what our Iran travel agency ancestors used to do when traveling through the ancient Persian civilization.
From the serenity of Varzaneh desert and the pool of cultural heritage in Isfahan, this 3-day tour package is designed to give one of Iran’s most diverse experiences!
Watching the sunrise over the sand dunes of Varzaneh, creating all different kinds of shapes in the desert silence, is quite indescribable. It will be an inner journey through every step you take on the soft sands of the Varzaneh desert.
After taking in all the peace from the Varzaneh desert, you’ll be getting lost in Isfahan, the cultural gem of Iran tour, which is also known as half of the world. The art and architecture from thousands of years ago will take you deeper into the inner journey of what our Iran travel agency ancestors used to do when traveling through the ancient Persian civilization.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Varzaneh Desert
Highlights
- Drive to Varzaneh Desert
- Varzaneh Desert: Sand dunes & Salt Lake
One of the beautiful deserts of the eastern part of Isfahan - Overnight Traditional Guesthouse in Varzaneh
Description
There is 5 hours driving from Tehran to Varzaneh desert. After having lunch, we head off for some desert trekking. We’ll visit the white scenery created by the Varzaneh Salt Lake, which is believed to have cleansing effects both on the body and soul. We can stroll through the majestic sand dunes for some sand therapy or get on a camel and ride through the massive earth and sky. Afterward, we have bonfire to make some fresh, delicious food under the starry sky.
Day 2 | Varzaneh Desert
Highlights
- Ghoortan historical Citadel
- Kabootar Khaneh (or pigeon’s house)
- Gav Chah
- Drive to Isfahan
- Khaju and Si-o-Se Pol Traditional Bridges
- Overnight 4-star Hotel in Isfahan
Description
After visiting the monuments in the desert village of Varzaneh, we drive 2 hours to reach the beautiful city of Isfahan. There, we’ll head for a relaxing stroll through the Zayandehrud river of Isfahan. Seeing people singing and dancing underneath the Khaju bridge will teach us a lesson about how the balance of silence and sounds can create a beautiful rhythm in our lives.
Day 3 | Isfahan
Highlights
- Naqsh-e Jahan Square
A UNESCO World Heritage, literally translates to “the image of the world” - Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
An architectural masterpiece of Iranian architecture. Built during the Safavid Empire. - Shah Mosque
Another masterpiece around the square - Ali Qapu Palace
The official residence of Persian Emperors of the Safavid dynasty. Historically valuable paintings and mosaic work, acoustic rooms. - Chehel Sotoun Palace
The Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage - Vank Cathedral
Also known as the Church of the Saintly Sisters - Jolfa Square
Description
After having breakfast at the hotel, we’ll start our day by exploring the many wonders of Naqsh-e Jahan Square, which literally translates to the image of the world. We’ll be visiting palaces and beautiful mosques along with handicraft stores for some souvenirs, after all. So, we’ll visit the magnificent Vank Cathedral and the Armenian neighborhood of Isfahan called Jolfa. In the end, we’ll say our goodbyes and hope you come back for a more extended adventure through Iran.
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What’s included?
VisaOfficial Iran Visa reference number
Consultation for any legal concerns related to the trip
Transportation
Accommodations
Meals
Guide & Support
Additional Services
ExclusionsInclusion
Legal
Official Iran Visa reference number
Consultation for any legal concerns related to the trip
Transportation
All transportation by Sedan
Accommodations
1 Night at a 4-star hotel
1 Night at traditional guesthouses
Meals
2 Breakfast
2 Dinner
1 Lunch
Guide & Support
Local English-speaking Adventure Guide / Driver Guide
CXO (Chief Experience Officer)
throughout your trip, 24/7 Support
Additional Services
Additional activities such as off road adventures, etc.
Entrance Fees to the mentioned monuments in the itinerary
Local Debit Card
Iranian Sim Card + Internet Data
Official Iran Visa reference number
Exclusions
First-day transportation from other cities than Tehran or last days to other cities besides Isfahan (If you want this service, mention in the booking form)
International airfares, taxes, surcharges
Tips
Other expenses such as laundry, extra snacks, etc.
Meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
Travel Insurance
Your Flexibility Options
- Relaxing in the desert is always soul-making. If you like to spend a particular time (like sunset or sunrise) in the heart of the desert beyond the itinerary, you can ask your guide to fix it in your plans.
- You could tell us in the booking form your preferences about your guide characteristics or specific knowledge. We’ll make sure to match a guide for you based on your requests.
Pricing
For Private Tours
A 30% Surcharge would apply for solo travelers.
Volume discounts would apply for groups.
| Months | Price / person |
|---|---|
|
March, April, May |
€ 495 |
|
Jun, July, August |
€ 430 |
|
September, October |
€ 495 |
|
January, February, November, December |
€ 430 |
Enquiry Form
Booking Terms & Conditions
Payment method
After finalizing the price of the tour you have selected, you should pay a deposit equal to 25% of your tour cost. Then, we will issue a booking confirmation. You should pay the rest (75%) in cash at the beginning of your tour in our office in Iran.
Cancellation policy
In case you cancel your tour booking, cancellation fees will apply:
• Up to 90 days before arrival: We’ll fully refund the paid deposit.
• 90-60 days before arrival: We’ll refund 50% of the paid deposit.
• 60-30 days before arrival: We’ll refund 25% of the paid deposit.
• From 30 days before arrival to actual arrival: We will hold the deposit (25% of the package price) as a cancellation fee.
How Is This Trip Responsible?
Before the tour starts, the necessary information (e.g., Etiquette) is given to our travelers
Local guides and drivers collaborate with us
We eat 2 meals in local restaurants
1 night we sleep at an eco lodge
We help you to have a better and easier interaction with locals
It is not just sightseeing; we provide true to life experiences
We go to local-traditional markets
We visit the products of NGOs in Isfahan to support them
Cars we use are fuel-efficient
We try our best to use less plastic and make less waste in our trip
IranAmaze organizes a variety of tours for all travel interests and types. If you’d like to see all of our Iran tours and get to know the diverse experiences you could have in Iran, please visit our Iran tours page.
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