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You, Iran and Lifelong Experiences
14 Day Iran Self Guided Tour
From
440
€
Without Hassle
Have you ever gone on a backpacking trip where you wasted so much of your time trying to figure out the logistics of your journey by searching online for hours, whether beforehand or during your trip?
Sometimes I would end up somewhere and realize the place I booked online was way different in reality. Therefore, I had to spend hours searching for another place to stay while on a short trip. This time when I decided to go to Iran, I found a 14-day self-guided tour package online. I looked through it, and it surprised me that it almost cost the same as if I wanted to book everything on my own so I took a leap of faith and booked it.
I realized how much more beneficial getting a tour was than just taking away the hassle of booking things online! Most people did not speak English, and pretty much half of the high standard accommodations could not have been even found online. Also, knowing all the enjoyable activities about the cities I was visiting without so much research gave me enough time to interact with locals and get to know the cultures in a more profound sense.
I’ll tell the highlight of each day of my journey through the itinerary so you could also see if that’s the solution for you.
| Starts in: | Tehran |
|---|---|
| Ends in: | Tehran |
| Destinations: | Tehran, Kashan , Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz, Kerman |
| Duration: | 14 Days |
| Age Range: | 7 - 80 |
| Physical Rating: | |
| Accommodation: | 12 nights at hostels, 1 night at nomadic tent |
Persepolis, Shiraz
Qalamkar store, Isfahan
Shahdad Kalouts, Kerman
Shazdeh Garden, Mahan, Kerman
Tabiat Bridge, Tehran
Abyaneh, Kashan
Chak Chak shrine, Yazd
Khaju bridge, Isfahan
Meymand village, Kerman
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Shiraz
Nasir-al-Mulk, Mosque-Shiraz
Itinerary
Day 1 | Tehran
Story of the Day
Tehran was crowded and full of traffic. I was happy I was told how to use the metro not to get stuck in traffic. Also, after that long flight, it was a relief I did not have to think about where to go that night that would be calming and also give me a glimpse of Tehran.
Experiences
- Airport pick up
- Tabiat Bridge
Tehran’s Largest Pedestrian Overpass
- Bame Tehran
(Depending on arrival time)
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Tehran
Day 2 | Tehran
Story of the Day
From the Bazaar to the museums, Tehran had so much to offer, but the best part was having dinner with a local family that night. I was happy my tour operator helped me to connect to a sweet local family that night easily.
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
- House DinnerAn Iranian family invites you to their home for a homemade dinner
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Tehran
Day 3 | Kashan & Abyaneh
Story of the Day
I only had a day in Kashan. With the help of my tour operator, I got to know about and visit this mysterious town Abyaneh where people live their lives like their ancestors as if the time has never passed since a few hundred years ago.
Experiences
- Borujerdi HouseFeatures of Iran's traditional residential architecture
- Tepe SialkZiggurat dates back to 3000 BC, oldest settlement dates to around 6000 BC
- Abyaneh Village
A symbol of the rural lifestyle of Iran
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Abyaneh
Day 4 | Isfahan
Story of the Day
Isfahan was so full of life. There was so much to see in a glimpse of an eye. Naqshe Jahan. The beautiful mosques. The historical heritage and all. No one can see it all. It’s overwhelming if you try. It’s also hard to choose where to go as they all looked so damn magical from afar.
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
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Isfahan
Day 5 | Isfahan
Story of the Day
I would have probably gone to my accommodation before midnight if I was not recommended by the tour to go check out Khaju bridge late at night. I was lucky that I got to see people of all ages singing together and dancing under the bridge all night long. Every night celebration of Isfahan!
Experiences
- Vank Cathedral Jolfa Square is the heart of the Armenian community in Isfahan.
- Jameh Mosque of Isfahan
A UNESCO World Heritage
- Grand Bazaar of Isfahan
- Khaju Bridge and Si-o-se-pol Traditional BridgeA walking tour of Zayanderud river and bridges, Gathering of songs and music
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Isfahan
Day 6 | Yazd Zoroastrians
Story of the Day
To get to know one of the most ancient religions of all by going to the Zoroastrian temple and museum was a pleasure. Therefore, I decided to indulge in it all day long. I was happy the tour had an order in which I did not miss any of the critical sightseeing of Yazd in a short amount of time.
Experiences
- 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 hostel in Yazd
Day 7 | Yazd
Story of the Day
Oh, Fahadan. Enjoying every second of walking in this historic neighborhood. It was full of roof cafes and clay walls and so many stories everywhere I stopped by. Sitting in this unique roof café, I thought how much time I would have spent on my phone searching for places to visit afterward instead of enjoying the Persian tea I drank and the extraordinary views.
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 hostel in Yazd
Day 8 | Nomads
Story of the Day
This was the shining moment of my tour. My tour agency helped me connect with nomads. They lived their lives based on the seasons in the mountains. So, it was a pleasure I’ll remember for the rest of my life. They taught me the secrets of living in tune with nature as I travel to different places and that was all I needed from this day in Iran.
Experiences
- The Cypress of AbarkuhOldest living lifeform in Asia, 4000 to 5000 years old
- Abarkuh Ice House
- Evening and dinner with NomadsCommunities with unique migration system based on seasons and nature patterns
- Overnight stay at tent with Nomads
Day 9 | Shiraz
Story of the Day
I did not even think about myself or my trip on this day in Shiraz. I was mesmerized the whole time. I felt the presence of ancient gods standing next to Perspolis, and everywhere I went according to my daily schedule.
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
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Shiraz
Day 10 | Shiraz
Story of the Day
I experienced another authentic homemade dish with a Persian family in Shiraz. It widened my perspective of different cultures that exist within this land. Indeed, it was the best way to know locals who became lifelong friends afterward.
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, 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 Dinner
An Iranian family invites you to their home for a homemade dinner
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Shiraz
Day 11 | Kerman
Story of the Day
I got a chance to visit and feel the essential attractions of this ancient city in just one day. I felt full of joy that night from visiting this region of Iran.
Experiences
- Jameh mosque of Kerman
- Ganjali Khan ComplexA place to make lifelong friendship since ancient times, including school, Bathhouse, Bazaar, Caravanserai and mint
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Kerman
Day 12 | Lut Desert
Story of the Day
Yardangs of Shahdad. Silence. Stars so close, I could have almost touched them all. A village in the middle of the desert. What else could I have done with this much peace of mind?
Experiences
- Shazdeh Garden
Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
- Shahdad VillageThe tranquility of Lut desert, The outer space resembling yardangs
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Shahdad
Day 13 | Tehran
Story of the Day
It was an adventure in the desert of Iran. I could see no one anywhere close. I am glad I did not plan on hitchhiking and had planned it all. Otherwise, there was no phone reception or cars. I would have lost this pleasure of enjoying one of the most beautiful deserts I’ve seen in my life.
Experiences
- Off-Roading, Adventure in the Lut Desert
A Natural UNESCO World Heritage
- Train from Kerman to Tehran
- Overnight stay at a hostel in Shahdad
Day 14 | Tehran
Story of the Day
It was a blessing to have free time at the end of my trip to Tehran. Therefore, I got to digest and reflect on all the experiences I had. It was one of the best parts of my tour operator’s planning, I thought. Also, I decided I am never going anywhere without making sure the hassle of planning is not mine!
Experiences
- Free Time
- 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
VIP bus ticket from Tehran to Kashan, Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Abarkuh, Shiraz and Kerman
Train ticket from Kerman to Tehran
Accommodations
13 Nights at hostels
Meals
13 Breakfast
3 Dinner
Staff & Experts
Chief Experience Officer throughout your trip
24/7 Support
Additional Services
Local Debit Card
Iranian Sim Card
Wi-Fi Modem
Official Iran Visa reference number
4WD During desert tour
Exclusions
International airfares, taxes, surcharges
Tips
Meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
Travel Insurance
Entrance fees to the mentioned monuments
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 | 440 € |
| March, April, May | 540 € |
| June, July, August | 440 € |
| September, October | 490 € |
| November, December | 440 € |
- 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
- 13 nights you sleep at guest houses
- We help you to have a better and easier interaction with locals
- It is not just sightseeing; we provide true to life experiences
- We take you to local-traditional markets
- You 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.
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. It worth to mention that during the summer, the Kaluts of Shahdad would get extremely hot and it would get very 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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