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The Glorious Land of Diversity
12 Day Iran Luxury Tour
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Experience it all
Have you ever heard so many good things about a place that you’ve become curious to see it for yourself?
One friend said the Zoroastrians were the most peaceful people she met. Another friend told me about the silence of Iran’s deserts and how he hugged the stars every night. Another one told me all about Iranian hospitality and yummy food. Not even once, I had a friend coming from Iran, not telling me amazing things about that land.
I wanted to experience it all. I did not just want to see the historical places or nature or the religious aspects; I wanted it all. I wanted to buy a tour to ensure high-quality services on my journey but also one that was flexible! I had experiences with tours taking me to places or doing activities I did not enjoy much so I wanted to ensure that does not happen to me this time.
I came across this week and a half long package that seemed just right for me! I’ll tell you all about the different moments I experienced on my journey. I was happy that they were the most flexible accommodating operators of all. Warning! Just like me, you might decide to experience it all through your own lenses afterward!
| Starts in: | Tehran |
|---|---|
| Ends in: | Tehran |
| Destinations: | Tehran, Kashan , Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz |
| Duration: | 12 Days |
| Age Range: | 7 - 80 |
| Physical Rating: | |
| Accommodation: | 10 nights at 5-star hotels, 1 night at the eco-lodge |
Abyaneh, Kashan
Ali-Qapu Palace, Isfahan
Borujerdi House, Kashan
Fahadan Roof Café, Yazd
Naqshe Jahan Square, Isfahan
Tachara, Persepolis, Shiraz
Eghlid, Fars
Tabiat-Bridge, Tehran
Tepe-Sialk, Kashan
Varzaneh desert, Isfahan
Itinerary
Day 1 | Tehran
Story of the Day
Today was all about the modernity of Tehran. Tabiat bridge, with its modern architecture, weaved together modern people of Tehran. It felt nice not to have so much planned for our first night as I had a chance to enjoy the walk among my first expression of Iran!
Experiences
- Airport pick up
- Tabiat Bridge
Tehran’s Largest Pedestrian Overpass
- Bame Tehran
(Depending on arrival time)
- Saadabad Palace
(Depending on arrival time)
- Welcoming Dinner
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Tehran
Day 2 | Tehran
Story of the Day
Today, I realized how modernity and ancient history are intertwined in Iran, even in a city like Tehran. We went to a historic royal palace and the museums in which I got a glimpse of the diversity that was about to come.
Experiences
- Golestan Palace
A UNESCO World Heritage
- Tehran Bazaar
City life & crowded streets, shopping, modernity intertwined with the history - National Museum of IranHistorical ancient monuments, oldest artifacts date back to Lower Paleolithic period
- Treasury of National Jewels
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Tehran
Day 3 | Kashan
Story of the Day
This was my moment of history at Sialk hills. I was so glad I could have changed the tour plan because I wanted to sit in front of skeletons and things that were found thousands of years ago. It felt like I could hear the stories of the people who lived here at the time.
Experiences
- Borujerdi HouseFeatures of Iran's traditional residential architecture
- Puppet Museum
- Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse
Traditional Iranian public bathhouse
- Tepe SialkZiggurat dates back to 3000 BC, oldest settlement dates to around 6000 BC
- Fin Garden
The Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Overnight stay at a 5-star boutique hotel in Kashan
Day 4 | Abyaneh & Isfahan
Story of the Day
Today was all about the people and the local life. I had the opportunity to meet rural villagers of Abyaneh who lived the same way as their ancestors. At night, I walked through Isfahan historical bridges that connected the ancient culture I had experienced in Abyaneh to the present of the people who sang and danced in Isfahan every night.
Experiences
- Abyaneh Village
A symbol of the rural lifestyle of Iran
- Khaju Bridge and Si-o-se-pol Traditional BridgeA walking tour of Zayanderud river and bridges, Gathering of songs and music
- Isfahan Aquarium
Face to face with deep-sea animals
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Isfahan
Day 5 | Isfahan
Story of the Day
I walked through a day full of art and architecture. Naqshe Jahan. Shops. Mosques. Handicrafts. Garden. Peace. This day gave it all to me in a short amount of time. The diversity of architecture through time in just one city was mind-blowing after all.
Experiences
- Naqsh-e Jahan Square
A UNESCO World Heritage
- Sheikh Lotfollah MosqueAn architectural masterpiece of Iranian architecture. First built of the four monuments of Naqsh-e Jahan square during the Safavid Empire
- Shah Mosque
A UNESCO World Heritage
- Ali Qapu PalaceThe official residence of Persian Emperors of the Safavid dynasty. Historically valuable paintings and mosaic work, acoustic rooms
- Chehel Sotoun Palace
Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Jameh Mosque of Isfahan
A UNESCO World Heritage
- Grand Bazaar of Isfahan
- House DinnerAn Iranian family invites us to their home for a homemade dinner
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Isfahan
Day 6 | Varzaneh
Story of the Day
To experience that silence under the starry sky while sipping on Persian tea and enjoying the light breeze that passed by was an experience that did not fit in words at all. I was glad my tour was flexible enough to change the plan and even find me a lovely lodge to spend the night.
Experiences
- Vank Cathedral Jolfa Square is the heart of the Armenian community in Isfahan.
- Varzaneh Desert CampDesert magic of Iran along with a Salt Lake and a starry sky
- Overnight stay at an eco lodge in Varzaneh
Day 7 | Yazd Zoroastrians
Story of the Day
I thought there was only one religious moment I would get to explore in Iran: Islam. However, in Isfahan, we went to a church. And today, I got to walk through temples and museums of one of the most ancient religions of all — Zoroastrians who had lived in Iran for a long time.
Experiences
- Chak ChakMost sacred of the mountain shrines of Zoroastrianism
- Tower of SilenceZoroastrian ritual exposure of the dead bodies to carrion birds
- Fire Temple & Museum of Zoroastrians History and CultureThe only one of the highest-grade fires in ancient Iran where Zoroastrians have practiced their religion since 400 BC
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Yazd
Day 8 | Yazd
Story of the Day
It was a blessing to walk through the historical alleys of Fahadan in Yazd. I got to taste many delicious food and delights in the traditional roof cafes. I realized that history, culture and culinary art are all intertwined in many ways in Iran!
Experiences
- Jameh Mosque of YazdOne of the tallest minarets among Persian mosques
- Fahadan neighborhoodWalking tour of the old city of Yazd, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Amir Chakhmaq
Symmetrical sunken arched alcoves
- Water Museum
The Persian Qanat, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Saheb A Zaman Zurkhaneh
Iranian martial art, a traditional system of athletics
- Dowlat Abad Garden
The Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Yazd
Day 9 | Nomads
Story of the Day
I learned many secrets about all aspects of life from the Nomads I met during my day here in Iran. They lived based on seasons and in tune with nature in all different ways in life. They were forever travelers who knew how to enjoy each moment when it was their time.
Experiences
- The Cypress of AbarkuhOldest living lifeform in Asia, 4000 to 5000 years old
- Lunch with NomadsCommunities with a unique migration system based on seasons and nature patterns
- PasargadaeThe capital of the Achaemenid empire dating back to 559–530 BC, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Shiraz
Day 10 | Shiraz
Story of the Day
It felt as if I was walking through time. The time had stopped in thousands of years ago only for me to experience what it was like to live in Persepolis during ancient Persian time. While wearing this VR, I got see the magnificence of a moment in time that was forever gone and now brought back by this technology in modern times!
Experiences
- PersepolisA grand ceremonial complex, The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC, A UNESCO World Heritage
- NecropolisA group of ancient Iranian rock reliefs cut into the cliff, from both the Achaemenid and Sassanid periods, Also known as Naqsh-e Rostam
- Tomb of Hafez
- Tomb of Saadi
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Shiraz
Day 11 | Shiraz
Story of the Day
I always need a day of just relaxing on my travels, and I was happy this tour had planned for this on the right day of my trip to Iran. The hospitality of this Persian family who hosted me for dinner that night just made it one of the most peaceful kind experiences I’ve had in my life.
Experiences
- Pink MosqueThe Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Orsi stained glasses create a colorful spiritual feeling of awe
- Arg of Karim Khan
Citadel in downtown
- Vakil Complex
Including Bazaar, Bath house, and Mosque
- Shah Cheragh ShrinePersian for "King of the Light", a funerary monument holy to the Shia Muslims
- Eram Garden
Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
- House DinnerAn Iranian family invites us to their home for a homemade dinner
- Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Shiraz
Day 12 | Tehran
Story of the Day
I was glad I had gathered it all. I had memories of art and architecture, nature, religions, history, hospitality, people, and local life. This tour had planned for it all and was flexible enough for me to decide what memories I wanted to take away when we part. It passed by like a blink of an eye!
Experiences
- Fly from Shiraz to Tehran
- Milad Tower
The sixth tallest tower in the world
- Airport drop off
Your Flexibility Options
Our Moments
We’ve defined 6 different moments for our Iran tours. All of our Iran tour packages include every one of them. Each site or experience has different aspects. However, each moment makes one of those aspects bolder during your experience. These moments are a way for you to express your preferences and have flexibility. We’ve designed the most efficient tours based on our previous experiences with other travelers. As you fill the booking form, you tell us what your preferences are and which moments connect to you more deeply. This way, you get to decide to enhance or reduce each moment during your Iran tour. We’ll make any changes necessary to your itinerary to align with your needs.
Our Guides
We have brought together a wide and diverse range of guides on our Iran tours. A huge part of your journey is to connect to your guide and have joyful conversations together. Since we want to organize Iran tours that are experience oriented, we’ve made it possible for you to have a say in choosing your guide. Usually, we would arrange a guide for you based on the knowledge we have from our guides and also you. However, you could also tell us in the booking form your preferences about your guide characteristics or specific knowledge and we’ll make sure to match a guide for you based on your requests.
This Tour's Features
Essential of Iran
This package is the most efficient one for your amount of time. You’ll see all the essentials of Iran while traveling with peace of mind. You’ll also have enough free time to dive deeper into the local culture and Iranian people’s lives. We have put the most important cities of Iran that could have fit into your time limit. All UNESCO heritage sites are fit into your package, as well.
European Deal
All bookings and contracts are settled through SAE Event GmbH, a registered travel agency in Austria. As a result, all transactions and processes are done based on the European legal system. So you would have the advantage of working with a local tour operator under EU-law. Visiting Iran with locals was never that hassle-free.
Iranian Cuisines
We care about food. The meals are not full board so that you can choose them based on your personal preferences. Persian cuisine is popular for its diversity and deliciousness. We’ll introduce a wide range of restaurants to you so you could try what best suits your taste. In the end, we’ll expose you to a ray of delicious local Persian dishes during your trip.
Our Service
Transportation
Airport pick-up, drop-off
Transfer from CIP Terminal of Imam Khomeini International Airport
Domestic business class flight from Shiraz to Tehran
All land transportation by SUV
Accommodations
9 Nights at 5-star hotels
1 Night at traditional Boutique Hotel
1 Night at eco lodge
Meals
11 Buffet Breakfast
4 Dinner
Daily snacks & drinks
Staff & Experts
Local English-speaking Cultural Guide
Chief Experience Officer throughout your trip
24/7 Support
Additional Services
Entrance Fees to the mentioned monuments in the itinerary
Local Debit Card
Iranian Sim Card
Wi-Fi Modem
Official Iran Visa reference number
Exclusions
International airfares, taxes, surcharges
Tips
Meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
Travel Insurance
Other expenses such as laundry, mini bar used in the room, etc.
Booking
Request a private tour
You have the opportunity to book any tour as a private tour aligned with your schedule and timing. Our Iran private tours have high flexibility. Therefore, you can tell us all your needs on the booking form to turn any tour into a private one. You could see Iran private tour prices during different months in the chart below. Also, you can send us your booking request without any charges.
| Months | Price / person |
|---|---|
| January, February | 2590 € |
| March, April, May | 2990 € |
| June, July, August | 2590 € |
| September, October | 2850 € |
| November, December | 2590 € |
- Prices listed in the table are for groups of two people.
- Volume discount would apply for bigger groups and special offers for companies.
- Surcharge would apply for solo travelers.
- Prices listed in the table are for groups of two people.
- Volume discount would apply for bigger groups and special offers for companies.
- Surcharge would apply for solo travelers.
Booking Terms & Conditions
Our PoliciesCancellation policy
In case you cancel your tour booking, cancellation fees will apply:
• Up to 60 days prior arrival: 0% of the package price
• 59 to 30 days before arrival: 20% of the package price
• 29 to 15 days before arrival: 35% of the package price
• From 14 days before arrival to actual arrival: 75% of the package price
• No show: 90% of the package price
Payment method
Your tour prices vary regarding your preferences and the season of your travel. After finalizing the price of the tour you have selected, you should pay a deposit equal to 20% of your tour cost. Then, we will issue a booking confirmation. You should transfer the rest at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the tour.
How Is This Trip Responsible?
Learn More- Before the tour starts, the necessary information (e.g., Etiquette) is given to our travelers
- Local guides and drivers collaborate with us
- We eat 3 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
FAQ
Can't find your answer? Ask a questionIs it possible to make changes to the daily schedule, or are the itineraries fixed?
Yes, all of our tour schedules have the flexibility to change as a private tour. You could let us know your preferences and sites you’d like to visit, and we’ll change your itinerary accordingly. Also, you could let us know if you connect with a particular moment before your trip on the booking form or during your journey. So, we’ll put more of that moment in your plans. Such changes can also be made on each day during your trip with the consent of your guide.
Is it possible to add or reduce the duration of our journey?
Yes, you could change the duration of your trip before, during, or at the end of your trip. The private tours have more flexibility in the sense that you could add days in between your travels or at before and after your journey.
How can I get a visa for this tour, and how much would it cost?
If your passport is not from the United States, Canada, or England, your visa process will take less than two weeks. We could help you to get an Iran visa. If you book any of our Iran tours, your visa fee (different than application fee) will be waived, and we’ll give this service to you free of charge. If you need more information about the visa application form and the visa requirements, you could check out our article about the Iran visa.
Is it possible to make changes to the accommodations, transfer, and the services offered in each package?
Yes, the services we have included in our packages are of high quality and decent. Most accommodations are +4 stars, and all transfers are with an air-conditioned vehicle. However, if you need to enhance or lower the quality of your services, you could let us know in the booking form. We’ll make the changes to your package accordingly.
Are the “Moments” on my package fixed, or could I adjust them based on my preferences?
No, they are not fixed. The main characteristic of our “Moments” feature is flexibility. You could add or reduce any moment on your journey based on your likes and dislikes. You could read more about our moments feature in our article about all moments.
Can I choose my tour guide?
Yes, you could let us know the qualities you’d like your guide to have, and we’ll align one of our guides that match your preferences and is the best fit for you.
Could I join a small group or all your tours only offered as private tours?
This tour is only offered as a private tour, so you cannot join a group for this package.
What time of the year is better to reserve this tour package?
You could book this package all year round. It has a different unique taste in each season. However, the spring, the end of summer and the beginning of fall are the best seasons for this package. During the summer, these cities could get a bit warm. They could also get a bit cold during the winter season.
What are the meals we’ll have during our trips and what types of restaurants do you choose? Do you have options for vegetarians, vegans, or people with dietary restrictions?
We will recommend the best options in each city or village we visit together. We usually recommend restaurants that offer the most authentic and local dishes of that region. If you have any dietary restrictions, please do let us know in the booking form, so we prepare the best recommendations for you. Your guide can also give you different options for food during your stay here.
During this package, you’ll also spend a night or two at an Iranian family’s house and have dinner with locals.
How long before my trip would I need to book this tour package?
It’s better if you book your trip at least a month before coming to Iran. However, during high season meaning March and April, if you’d like to come, it’s better to reserve your packages at least two months before to make sure you don’t miss out on booking the best hotels. Also, the visa process for specific countries such as England, the United States, and Canada will take longer. Therefore, if you are citizens of those countries, make sure to reserve a tour at least three months before your trip.
Do you offer insurance services?
Yes, you could get insurance services from us if you’d like. For more information and requirements for the insurance, please check our article about Iran travel insurance.
What’s the average amount of money I would need during this trip? How would I exchange my money?
During these tour packages, all your needs besides your meals are covered. Therefore, you could bring enough money for food or anything you’d want to purchase as souvenirs or gifts for yourself and others. For more information, you can read Iran travel cost article.
One of the other services we offer during this tour is a local debit card. You could let us know how much you’d like to spend and we’ll charge your card with the same amount based on the daily currency rates. You could let us know to add to the card during your trip based on your needs as well.
Is it possible to enter or exit Iran from any other airport besides the Imam Khomeini airport? Is there a possibility to start our trip from Shiraz instead of Tehran?
Would you offer services to reserve international flights as well?
Yes, due to the daily rate fluctuations of international flights, we have not included them. However, if you’d like, we could reserve them for you.
How would you plan for the first and last day of our trip based on our arrival time?
Depending on your arrival time, we’ll plan for those days. We have included the different options and recommended schedule for these days on your itinerary.
Is there a particular medical point I would need to keep in mind during this trip?
If you have a particular health issue, disease, food allergies, or any other sensitivities, please let us know in the booking form. So, we can guide you in the right direction so you won’t face any issues during your trip. If you use specific medications, please be sure to have enough of it during your journey. If you get ill or face any health particular issues during your trip for which you’d need a doctor, we would do all the necessary coordination for you. There is nothing about which you should be worried during your journey.
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