12 Day Iran Cultural Tour

Get on A Time Machine

From € 1495

Style:

Cultural (Essentials of Iran)

Starts in:

Tehran

Ends in:

Tehran

Destinations:

Tehran, Kashan , Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz

Duration:

12 Days

Physical Rating:

1/5

Group Size:

2 - 10

Accommodation:

9 nights at 4-star hotels, 1 night at an eco-lodge, 1 night at a traditional guesthouse

Tour Description

The 12-day Iran tour is the odyssey exploration of Iran. It takes you back in time step by step through Iran’s essentials. We begin from modern Tehran to Kashan and its amazing old houses, Isfahan’s magnificent architecture and tilework, authentic Varzane desert village, and Yazd’s noble atmosphere. The last stop is at the ancient Persepolis, Shiraz. Alongside all these, you have the chance to interact with the locals and taste unique Persian food

The 12-day Iran tour is the odyssey exploration of Iran. It takes you back in time step by step through Iran’s essentials.

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Itinerary

Experiences

  • Airport pick up
  • Tabiat Bridge
    Tehran’s largest pedestrian overpass with modern architecture
  • Bame Tehran
    A recreational place and a full view of the city at Tehran Heights
  • Sa’adAbad Palace

    History Moment

    A complex of palaces at Tehran’s foothills that used to be the summer residence of two Iranian dynasties

  • Welcoming Dinner
    Have you ever tasted Persian dishes?

Story of the day

Today is the day of the stylish northern part of Tehran. You’ll feel the vibe of the capital of Iran and visit this affluent city from above Tabiat Bridge over highways. There you can see a mountain dominating Tehran. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll see other places north of Tehran.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Tehran

Experiences

  • Golestan Palace
    UNESCO World Heritage; in the center of Tehran from the 18th century
  • Tehran Bazaar

    People & Local Life Moment

    The old maze-like market in the heart of Tehran. This 10-kilometer path is the best place to visit people closely

  • National Museum of Iran

    History Moment

    Largest Museum in Iran with many treasures of Iran’s historical and ancient monuments

  • Treasury of National Jewels
    One of the world’s famous collections of jewels and diamonds from Iranian dynasties

Story of the day

Today, you’ll see a different aspect of Tehran: Tehran’s downtown. Once, a royal region, Tehran Grand Bazaar is the trading heart of Tehran. You will dive into real life through its corridors and history through surrounding monuments.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Tehran

Experiences

  • Drive to Kashan
  • Borujerdi House

    Art & Architecture Moment

    A vast mansion with full details of Iran’s traditional architecture which was once for a wealthy merchant

  • Puppet Museum
    An escape to the cozy world of childhood
  • Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse
    An old bath and sauna with stunning tiles, paintings, and arcs
  • Tepe Sialk

    History Moment

    An ancient site and one of the world’s oldest civilizations that dates back to 6000 BC monuments

  • Fin Garden
    A lush Persian Garden on the verge of the desert

Story of the day

Kashan’s 200-year-old amazing houses show you how people have adapted to living in the desert. At the 7000-year-old Teppe Sialk see the remains of one of humanity’s oldest civilizations. For a happy ending, loosen your spirit in the freshening Fin Persian Garden.

 

Accomodation

  4-star boutique hotel in Kashan

Experiences

  • Abyaneh Village

    People & Local Life Moment

    A different stop at a historic red village; it is 2500 years old

  • Drive to Isfahan
  • Khaju Bridge and Si-o-se-pol Bridge

    People & Local Life Moment

    A walking tour over the Zayanderud River at a spirited hangout with songs and music

Story of the day

Closer and deeper interaction with locals is the highlight of today. Abyaneh is an ancient village that somehow has preserved its old aura and villager lifestyle. Later, we continue our journey to the great city of Isfahan and over its old bridges, a popular hangout for the locals to enjoy.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Isfahan

 

Experiences

  • Naqsh-e Jahan Square
    UNESCO World Heritage; the Iranian architecture landmark
  • Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque

    Art & Architecture Moment

    An architectural masterpiece of Iranian mosque architecture and tilework from the Safavid Empire in the 17th century

  • Shah Mosque
    UNESCO World Heritage; an elegant iconic dome piercing the sky
  • Ali Qapu Palace

    History Moment

    The official residence of Safavid Emperors with historically valuable paintings and mosaic work

  • Chehel Sotoun Palace
    UNESCO World Heritage; A pleasant and freshening Persian Garden
  • Jameh Mosque of Isfahan
    UNESCO World Heritage; one of the oldest preserved mosques in Iran
  • Grand Bazaar of Isfahan
    The elegant market of precious Persian carpets and else
  • House Dinner

    Hospitality Moment

    A different supper; a Persian-style meal in an Iranian home, together with an Iranian family

Story of the day

Isfahan is well-known for Naqsh-e Jahan Square. Its beautiful mosques stun anyone. The Great Jameh Mosque is the oldest building of its own. Cherish all your senses through the luxurious mazes of the Grand Bazaar. In the evening, it’s time to enjoy an Iranian dinner in an Iranian home.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Isfahan

Experiences

  • Vank Cathedral

    Religion Moment

    A splendid old church in Jolfa, Isfahan’s Armenian neighborhood

  • Drive to the Varzaneh desert
  • Varzaneh Desert Camp

    Nature Moment

    The magic of the desert’s beauty, peace of starry nights, and the shining of a salt lake

Story of the day

Our final hours in Isfahan get spiritual in the splendid Vank Great Church. Please keep it for the next stop, the Varzaneh Desert. It is one of the most beautiful desert areas in Iran. The locals’ authentic lifestyle and the virgin nature would raise your spirit.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Isfahan

Experiences

  • Chak Chak

    Religion Moment

    A sacred Zoroastrian shrine in the mountain

  • Tower of silence

    Religion Moment

    A different burial space; the Zoroastrians used to leave the corpses there for the carrion birds

  • Fire Temple & Museum of Zoroastrians

    Religion Moment

    This temple holds a sacred fire that has been lit for more than 1500 years

Story of the day

Yazd is the cradle of Zoroastrianism. The oldest sacred fire has been lit in the fire temple for centuries. The temple is still active and embraces pilgrims and visitors of any religion. From the sacred shrine in Chak Chak Mountain to the Tower of Silence burial zone you’ll see a brief history of Zoroastrians.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Yazd

Experiences

  • Jame Mosque

    Art & Architecture Moment

    The great congregational site from 800 years ago with priceless picturesque architecture

  • Fahadan Neighborhood

    People & Local Life Moment

    The aroma of thatch within ginger adobe walls is the most memorable thing in this 1000-year-old neighborhood

  • Amir Chakhmaq Square
    A ritual center known for its symmetrical arched cloves
  • Water Museum
    A display of the Iranian genius freshwater system in the desert
  • Saheb Al Zaman Zurkhaneh
    A traditional gym for Iranian martial arts
  • Dowlatabad Garden
    UNESCO World Heritage; a lively Persian Garden in a desert city!

Story of the day

The vibe of Yazd is only sensible in its old neighborhoods. There you see welcoming people, their long history, symmetric architecture, and old traditions. See how their ancestors have adapted to the desert by creating a fresh water supply system and building windcatchers to cool their houses.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Yazd

Experiences

  • The Cypress of Abarkuh

    Nature Moment

    The 3rd oldest tree in the world. It is 4500 years old that literally symbolizes life and hope

  • Abarkuh Ice House
    An ancient adobe structure to store ice in the old times
  • Pasargadae

    History Moment

    UNESCO World Heritage; The majestic capital of ancient Persia’s Achaemenid Great Empire dates back to 559–530 BC

Story of the day

Find out about the oldest cypress tree in Iran and Asia in Abarkuh, near Yazd. And another wonder is yet to see. There is this iceberg-like adobe building that used to be the ancient refrigerator of the desert. This day finishes by the capital of the Great Persian Empire, near Shiraz.

 

Accomodation

  Traditional Guesthouse in Pasargadae

Experiences

  • Persepolis

    History Moment

    UNESCO World Heritage; A ceremonial complex of ancient Persian kings, The earliest remains of Persepolis are from 515 BC

  • Necropolis

    History Moment

    Ancient Iranian rock reliefs cut into the cliff, from both the Achaemenid and Sassanid periods

  • Tomb of Hafez
    The famous poet of love and mystics rests here

Story of the day

Persepolis is the remains of a very ancient civilization of the world. It was once a vast empire from east to west. The stone reliefs of the Necropolis will leave you breathless of the glory back then. Later, you can soothe your mind at Hafez Tomb and enjoy its peaceful aura.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Shiraz

Experiences

  • Pink Mosque

    Art & Architecture Moment

    The Nasir al-Mulk Mosque with its Orsi-stained glasses creates a colorful spiritual feeling of awe

  • Vakil Complex
    3 Shiraz popular highlights; Bazaar, Mosque, and bath
  • Arg of Karim Khan
    A castle for the king, Karim Khan, built in the 11th century
  • Eram Garden
    UNESCO World Heritage; A Persian garden with a palace as its sparkling jewel
  • Shah Cheragh Shrine

    Religion Moment

    A holy tomb that was erected first in the 12th century

Story of the day

Let’s hit for a Shiraz vibe. Walk through the corridors of the most beautiful bazaar in Iran. Vakil bazaar is part of a 900-year-old complex. Shiraz is the city of Persian poems and melody. Combined with the aroma of orange blossoms, it cuddles your senses to the heavens.

 

Accomodation

  4-Star Hotel in Shiraz

Experiences

  • Flight from Shiraz to Tehran
  • Milad Tower
    The sixth tallest tower in the world
  • Airport drop off

Story of the day

This long journey through Iran’s history, culture, and architecture has reached to an end, and we get back to Tehran. Before leaving, let’s visit Tehran’s icon, Milad tower. Up there, a full view of the city is under your feet. It’s a romantic place to bid farewell to Iran!

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What’s included?

Official Iran Visa reference number

Inclusion

Visa

Official Iran Visa reference number

Transportation

Airport pick-up, drop-off
Domestic flight from Shiraz to Tehran
All land transportation by Air-co vehicles

Accommodations

9 Nights at 4-star hotels
1 Night at traditional guest house
1 Night at eco-lodge

Meals

11 Breakfast
2 Dinner
Daily snacks & bottled mineral water

Guide & Support

Local English-speaking cultural guide
24/7 Support from company throughout
your trip

Additional Services

Entrance Fees to the mentioned monuments in the itinerary
Local Debit Card
Iranian Sim Card + Internet Data

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.

We Are Flexible!!

We’ve defined 6 different moments for our Iran tour packages. They are the bolder aspects of each site or experience. As you fill out the enquiry form, let us know your preferences and which moments connect to you more deeply. We’ll make any changes necessary to your itinerary to align with your needs.

All Moments in your trip

Which one is your favorite? Share your interests with us in the Enquiry form

Pricing

For Private Tours

A 40% Surcharge would apply for solo travelers.
Volume discounts would apply for groups.

Months Price / person
March, April, May
€ 1695
Jun, July, August
€ 1495
September, October
€ 1595
November, December, January, February
€ 1495

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 at least 3 meals in local restaurants

2 nights we sleep at local places

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

Cars we use are fuel-efficient

We try our best to use less plastic and make less waste in our trip

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