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Touch the Diversity
Parents Are Right
“Wait; what? Do you have forests in Iran? I thought it’s just desert everywhere!”
That’s what they asked me every single time I showed my friends in California a photo of Iran!
Even though both my parents were from Iran, I never got to go there as I was busy traveling around the world, leaving my heritage behind.
My parents repeatedly kept telling me how beautiful their country is and what I am missing out not going to Iran! But, I was always annoyed with how insisting they were for me to visit where they came from so once and for all I decided to travel to Iran, so they stop talking about it for the rest of my life!
I had three weeks of spare time. So, I decided to take a tour through 9 villages they said were so unique!
The variety of landscapes this country held within astonished me. From the greenery of the forests in the north to the colorful mountains of the south and the deserts and historic villages in central Iran, I was worried about the many stories my children had to hear from me about Iran wondering how annoying of a mother I could become!
I got to explore wonders beyond the picture that was drawn in my mind by the mainstream media. I was diving deeper into the unique places I only had time to visit this time! Would you tag along this special tour next time?
Starts in: | Tehran |
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Ends in: | Tehran |
Destinations: | Tehran, Kashan , Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz, Southern Islands, Rasht, Tabriz, Ardabil |
Duration: | 21 Days |
Age Range: | 7 - 80 |
Physical Rating: | |
Group Size: | 2 - 10 |
Accommodation: | 14 nights at 4-star hotels, 1 night at the eco-lodge, 1 night at the nomadic tent, 4 nights at guest houses |
Masal, Gilan
Chahar Bagh, Isfahan
Masuleh, Gilan
Milad Tower, Tehran
Naqshe Jahan, Isfahan
Caspian sea, Gilan
Tachara, Persepolis, Shiraz
Guest house, Qeshm
Rangin-Kaman Valley, Hormuz
Tepe Sialk Hills, Kashan
Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge, Isfahan
Stars-valley, Qeshm
Story of the Day
Tehran, the city my father was from, a bridge between modernity and history. A glance at Iran’s diversity before starting to explore deeper what makes this country special beyond what I have already seen on the TV and all.
Experiences
Tehran’s Largest Pedestrian Overpass
(Depending on arrival time)
(Depending on arrival time)
Story of the Day
My father always told me how special Grand Bazaar was to him. Also, he kept telling me the many memories he had there since he was a child. The smell of Kebab with the many colors of the handicrafts hanging on the little stores’ walls. The old generation hand in hand with the young walking through the narrow alleys of Bazaar made me understand why it is damn special.
Experiences
A UNESCO World Heritage
City life & crowded streets, shopping, modernity intertwined with the history
Historical ancient monuments, oldest artifacts date back to Lower Paleolithic period
Story of the Day
Looking through the windows, I wondered how Kashan is a combination of everything I was hoping to explore in Iran. Exploring the nature of Fin garden, to the historical 5000 years old Sialk hills, the architecture of ancient houses, and the culture of everyday life.
Experiences
Features of Iran's traditional residential architecture
Traditional Iranian public bathhouse
Ziggurat dates back to 3000 BC, oldest settlement dates to around 6000 BC
The Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
Story of the Day
To be able to carry the old traditions and lifestyle of their ancestors in their daily lives is what made Abyaneh so unique as a stop. At night, I walked around the bridges in Isfahan. Therefore, I got to see people of all ages sing and dance next to each other until the sunrise. It brought so much joy to my heart. Oh, the sound of Setar under the starry sky.
Experiences
A symbol of the rural lifestyle of Iran
A walking tour of Zayanderud river and bridges, Gathering of songs and music
Story of the Day
I always wanted to find local stores to shop souvenirs for my friends in California. Imam square was where I found it all! The traditional shops in the historical bazaar are where I found many unique vintage handicrafts. Oh, the old knowledgeable owners were the bonus to buying not just a souvenir but the story of where the handicraft had come.
Experiences
A UNESCO World Heritage
An architectural masterpiece of Iranian architecture. First built of the four monuments of Naqsh-e Jahan square during the Safavid Empire
A UNESCO World Heritage
The official residence of Persian Emperors of the Safavid dynasty. Historically valuable paintings and mosaic work, acoustic rooms
Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
A UNESCO World Heritage
An Iranian family invites us to their home for a homemade dinner
Story of the Day
You know that feeling when you want to rest after a few days of traveling?
The organizers of the tour seemed to have known that feeling as I got to enjoy the silence of Varzaneh desert lying down, looking at the sky. What’s the closest you’ve ever felt to the stars? It felt as if I could stretch my arms and pick my favorite one!
Experiences
Jolfa Square is the heart of the Armenian community in Isfahan.
Desert magic of Iran along with a Salt Lake and a starry sky
Story of the Day
Yazd, Chack Chak, tower of silence, fire temple! Zoroastrian exploration all around. How special is it to get to learn about one of the most ancient religions of the world through the lens of my own eyes?
At that moment, I closed my eyes and sent my gratitude to my parents for making me experience this magic with their insistence all my life!
Experiences
Most sacred of the mountain shrines of Zoroastrianism
Zoroastrian ritual exposure of the dead bodies to carrion birds
The only one of the highest-grade fires in ancient Iran where Zoroastrians have practiced their religion since 400 BC
Story of the Day
The windcatchers and the clay walls of Fahadan as I took a walk in the narrow historical alleys of Yazd known as “peace alleys” brought joy to my eyes as I realized how beautifully we interacted with nature in the past.
Experiences
One of the tallest minarets among Persian mosques
Walking tour of the old city of Yazd, A UNESCO World Heritage
Symmetrical sunken arched alcoves
The Persian Qanat, A UNESCO World Heritage
Iranian martial art, a traditional system of athletics
The Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
Story of the Day
Nomads. The lifelong travelers without fixed habitations. I got to hear what it feels like to travel according to the seasons all their lives. I call it the ancient form of immigration by listening to nature!
Experiences
Oldest living lifeform in Asia, 4000 to 5000 years old
Communities with unique migration system based on seasons and nature patterns
Story of the Day
The glory of the Achaemenids empire! Have you ever felt the presence of kings in the magnificence of what they built thousands of years ago? I wondered how many people it took to create this historical capital in old times!
Experiences
The capital of the Achaemenid empire dating back to 559–530 BC, A UNESCO World Heritage
A grand ceremonial complex, The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC, A UNESCO World Heritage
A group of ancient Iranian rock reliefs cut into the cliff, from both the Achaemenid and Sassanid periods, Also known as Naqsh-e Rostam
Story of the Day
This day was all about peace. Peace in the mosque, citadel, and garden and then sitting to have an authentic Persian dish with a local family. Peace through it all.
Experiences
The Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Orsi stained glasses create a colorful spiritual feeling of awe
Citadel in downtown
Including Bazaar, Bath house, and Mosque
Persian for "King of the Light", a funerary monument holy to the Shia Muslims
Persian Garden, A UNESCO World Heritage
An Iranian family invites us to their home for a homemade dinner
Story of the Day
I thought I could only experience the mysterious feelings of Indian temples in India. Bandar proved me wrong with the Indian temple at its heart.
Experiences
A worshipping temple for Hindus of Iran
One of the last surviving monuments of Portuguese colonial rule in the Persian Gulf
Story of the Day
I was walking on the many untouched beaches of Hengam. I could not how many shades of blue and green there was in the Persian Gulf of Iran!
Experiences
The unique geological phenomenon with statues made due to the erosion of sand, earth and stone
Two tidal islands, especial ecosystem for invertebrates and other aquatic animals
Southern families are popular even in Iran for their welcoming nature. You’ll feel like a member of their family.
From the beautiful beach life to the interactions with local island people at the local bazaar
Story of the Day
It was like a sweet dream sitting in a private boat. Wandering through the sea forest waving hands to the pelicans and beautiful, unique birds I had not seen before. How happy I was at that moment that I listened to what my parents wanted me to do once in my life!
Experiences
The unique geology of the erosion of sedimentary rocks along with ancient local wells
An important ecological resource, A filtration property which allows the plant to absorb sweet water while salt is eliminated
Ships construction
Story of the Day
I had never seen mountains made from salt rocks and rainbow colors next to each other until I visited Hormuz! I felt like I was visiting another planet in space!
Experiences
A rainbow on the earth
Story of the Day
I had heard from my mother that Iran has all seasons in different regions at once! However, I did not know how special that was until leaving from the warm south to the cold northwest feeling the diversity of not just the weather but how weather affects people’s lives!
Experiences
Splendid examples of fine Islamic calligraphy
Major archaeological and historical museum
A 4000 years old cemetery full of dead bodies along their ornamental accessories
A UNESCO World Heritage
The Great Wall, One of the tallest and oldest walls of Iran
A modern example of Iranian architecture, a graveyard belonging to classical and contemporary poets and mystics
Story of the Day
Walking in the cave-like houses built in the heart of the mountain by hand thousands of years ago in Kandovan along with the authentic way of people’s lives in these houses today was what made this day so special on my trip!
Experiences
Cave Houses, Dated back to 3000 years ago around the time when the Zoroastrian Medes and Persians inhabited the region.
Red Soil Mountains, Impressive views of Tabriz from the mountains that are sacred to the Zoroastrian community
A large historic park, Locals and tourists can connect together in this park with its beautiful artificial lake
An Iranian family invites us to their home for a homemade dinner
Story of the Day
Soaking in the natural hot springs of Sarein, I got to close my eyes, relax, and settle down. Letting the medicine of mineral water wash away all the tiredness of traveling out of my body and soul. The warmth of the springs in the cold weather of Ardebil was so soothing!
Experiences
The longest Suspended footbridge of the world and the nearest city to the Sabalan high mountains
Use of Iranian traditional architectural forms to maximize the use of available space to accommodate a variety of functions, A UNESCO World Heritage
From mount Sabalan
Story of the Day
Road tripping in the middle of jungles and mountains of the north of Iran. It made me realize how some parts of Iran are very similar to California!
Experiences
Dates back 25 to 50 million years ago, The scenic road of Khalkhal to Asalem, A UNESCO World Heritage
The unique feature of having both the Caspian Sea and the Gilan forests in one place
Story of the Day
Ah- how special it was for me to see a staircase village, cave house village, and a desert village all in one trip! Masuleh made my trip complete. It showed the possibility of how much more diverse Iran can get as I sipped on some popular Gilan tea taking my last steps through this journey!
Experiences
A great location for bird watching and spotting unique wildlife
One of the liveliest cities of Iran with a unique nightlife
Interconnected buildings in the mountains of Masuleh date back to around 10 AD
Story of the Day
It was time to say goodbye and keep this memory in my mind until I come back next time, hopefully with my parents this time. I had some free time to do some last shopping in Tehran!
Experiences
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Airport pick-up, drop-off
Domestic flight from Shiraz to Bandar Abbas
Cruise from Bandar Abbas to Qeshm, Hengam and Hormuz
Domestic flight from Bandar Abbas to Tabriz
All land transportation by Air-co vehicles
13 Nights at 4-star hotels
5 Nights at guest house
1 Night at eco lodge
1 Night at nomads' tent
20 Breakfast
1 Lunch
5 Dinner
Daily snacks & bottled mineral water
Local English-speaking Cultural Guide
Chief Experience Officer throughout your trip
24/7 Support
Entrance Fees to the mentioned monuments in the itinerary
Local Debit Card
Iranian Sim Card
Wi-Fi Modem
Official Iran Visa reference number
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.
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 |
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January, February | 2580 € |
March, April, May | 2990 € |
June, July, August | 2580 € |
September, October | 2850 € |
November, December | 2580 € |
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
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.
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.
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. However, for the small group tours, you could only add or reduce days from the start or the end of your trip. You could also add any of our specialized Iran tours such as trekking tours or festival tours to your travels as well and combine those with a classical tour package.
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.
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.
If you’re taking a private tour, 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. However, this feature may not apply completely on the small group tours as the flexibility is limited in group tours.
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. However, this is possible for our private tours. For our small group tours, we choose the best guide based on the whole group and our knowledge of their preferences.
You could either get the packages as private tours on your preferred dates with whomever you’d like, or you could see the dates on the charts for small group tours.
This package includes many regions of Iran that have different weather conditions compared to each other. For instance, Ardebil has good weather during the summer, while Qeshm is hot. Therefore, the best time for this package would be the months of March, April, May, October, and September.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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You can get lost in the magical sound of silence and greenery in Gilan.
Isfahan feels romantic during fall. It’s the best place to make loving memories.
They get out to tell the story of justice and resistance every year even when it gets cloudy.
A place between modernity and traditions where many unheard stories live.
They’ve spent all their adventure days here and they come back to feel young again.
The water can wash away many things but it for sure brings forth the best memories.
The great walls that have stood in their resistance and strength through time.
They hold the Zaar ceremony which is quite fascinating every Thursday at this place.
Hormuz is where people can get lost in the sounds and colors that seem to come from outer space.
The history teaches us so much about what we leave behind for our next generations.
Memories can he heard through the walls of this bridge as it connects many to their past.
Sometimes things that have been washed away by the sea come out to say hi to us again.