TEHRAN
Day 1
Tehran is the capital of Iran and one of the largest and most populous cities in the world, Tehran is home to many historical locations, including the royal complexes of Golestan, Sa’dabad, Niavaran and also the Milad Tower, the world’s sixth-tallest self-supporting tower….
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Tehran)
Meals: Dinner
Activities: Welcome Dinner Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
TEHRAN
Day 2
Today we will have a sightseeing of Tehran, the first we will start from Golestan Palace (WHS) one of the oldest of the historic monuments in the city of Tehran. A real highlight of this morning is gazing at the 182-carat pink diamond of Darya-ye-Noor and the sparkling 26,733 jewels of the Naderi Throne at the Treasury of National Jewels. Afterwards, pass by a small fashion boutique where you can check out the various styles, colours and patterns on offer and learn the different techniques of tying a headscarf.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Tehran)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Activities: Golestan Palace Treasury of National Jewels Orientation walk Scarf-tying at a fashion boutique Home-cooked family dinner.
YAZD
Day 3
Historic City of Yazd is located in the deserts of Iran close to the Spice and Silk Roads. This city was considered to be an important passage in historical periods. The city enjoys the peaceful coexistence of three religions: Islam, Judaism and Zoroastrianism….
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Yazd)
Meals: Breakfast.
Activities : Jameh Mosque of Yazd Amir Chakmaq
YAZD
Day 4
This morning, Start your day with an exploration of Zoroastrian culture, visiting the Fire Temple and the Tower of Silence. Zoroastrianism, dating back over 4000 years, was the state religion of Iran before the arrival of Islam. The fire in the Atashkadeh Fire Temple is said to have been continuously burning since AD470, while the Tower of Silence provides fascinating insight into Zoroastrian burial techniques. Then, pay a visit to Yazd’s celebrated sweet shop, where confectionary is made with traditional techniques passed down through generations. Once you’ve had your sugar fix, make the short journey to the village of Taft.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Yazd)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Activities: Zoroastrian Lunch and Village Visit Zoroastrian Fire Altar and Towers of Silence Traditional sweet shop visit and tasting.
SHIRAZ
Day 5
This morning, get on the road and head towards Shiraz (approximately 5.5 hours). An hour into the journey, stop by the town of Abarkooh in the Zagros Mountains to explore its historic sights, including an ancient ice house, the 11th-century Gonbad Ali Dome, the Qajar-era mansion Khan-e Aghazadeh and a 4000-year-old cypress tree. Then arrive in Shiraz mid-afternoon. After checking in to your hotel. we will visit a very special visit to the Aramgah-e Shah-e Cheragh, one of the holiest sites in Shiraz. This glittering mosque and funerary monument is a popular pilgrimage site and impresses with its beauty and grandeur. Ladies will need to wear a Chador for visiting the shrine (provided).
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Shiraz)
Meals: Breakfast
Activities: Abarkooh, Ice Houses Aqda, Historical village visit Shiraz, Aramgah-e Shah-e Cheragh
SHIRAZ
Day 6
Today, take to the streets on a walking tour and discover the alleys and lanes of the popular Vakil Bazaar, a great spot to sit and chat and enjoy a glass of orange blossom tea. After lunch, head out to the vast complex of Bagh-e Eram, known as the Garden of Paradise, where you’ll have the chance to wander through its beautifully manicured gardens. Then, pay a visit to the ornately decorated tomb dedicated to the poet Saadi, and the tomb built to commemorate the poet Hafez.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Shiraz)
Meals: Breakfast
Activities: Eram Garden Saadi and Hafez Tombs Vakil Bazaar.
SHIRAZ
Day 7
In the morning, make the short journey to Persepolis (approximately 1 hour). Once the centre of the Achaemenid Empire and one of the great cities of the ancient world, Persepolis took more than 150 years to build. Designed as a centre for events of the kings and their empire, its grandiosity and architectural marvel is still on show today.
In the evening, take part in a hands-on cooking class where cook will teach you how to create some of the most delectable Persian dishes.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Shiraz)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Activities: Persepolis Cooking class.
BISHAPUR
Day 8
visit the colourfully decorated Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, where sunlight streaming through stained glass windows fills the interior with kaleidoscopic colours. Then depart for Bishapur – located 130 kilometres from Shiraz, Bishapur was once the centre of one of the five ancient provinces of Fars. This archaeological landscape was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 2018. Bishapur has also acted as the summer home of migrating nomadic tribes over the centuries, and although most nomads are more settled in villages nowadays, many of the customs and traditions live on. Spend the evening in Tang-e-Chogan, a simple village of settled Qashqai nomads where you can discover traditional costumes and share a meal, some stories, a song or two and perhaps even learn how to make local bread with your host.
Accommodation: Eco Lodge – Home Stay
Meals: Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Activities: Nasir al-Mulk Mosque-Bishapur, Tang-e Chogan Valley Qashqai village visit.
ISFAHAN
Day 9
Isfahan is one of the finest places in the Islamic world. There’s an abundance of fine Islamic buildings, most of which are covered with the blue mosaic tiles Iran is renowned for. There’s also an enormous bazaar – an ideal place to shop for exquisite Persian carpets, or you can relax by the tranquil gardens, picturesque bridges and superb palaces around town. This evening, take a stroll down to the Zayandeh River and have a look at its historic bridges, which appear to have been lifted straight out of a fairy tale. At several of the bridges, local people gather to talk, drink tea and sing beautiful folk songs. It’s a magical place to while away some time, and one of the most atmospheric places in all of Iran.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Isfahan)
Meals: Breakfast.
Activities: Khaju & Si-o-seh Pol Bridges.
ISFAHAN
Day 10
We will visit the World Heritage-listed Imam (or Naqsh-e Jahan) Square. Surrounding the square are several grand buildings, such as the Ali Qapu Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Qeysarieh Portal and the majestic Imam Mosque. Located in the west of Imam Square, the Ali Qapu Palace covers six floors and was originally built as the main palace of Shah Abbas.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Isfahan)
Meals: Breakfast
Activities :Vank Cathedral- Imam Square Qeysarie Bazaar City Tour
TEHRAN
Day 11
drive around 2 hours to Kashan, a merchant town known for its high-quality ceramics, silks, carpets and fine houses. On arrival, pay a visit to the Tabatabaei Historical House, built in 1880 for a wealthy local family. Continue to Fin Garden, the oldest surviving garden in Iran.
Accommodation: Hotel (Night/ Tehran)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Activities: Kashan Fin Gardens Tabatabaei Historical House.
TEHRAN
Day 12
Iran is a kind of place that you cannot get enough of it and to appreciate its beauty thoroughly in such few days is not possible. Therefore, until next time we will have the honor to host you here in Iran take care and enjoy your flight.
Meals : Breakfast
Activities: Complimentary Airport Departure Transfer.
