Accommodation
7 Nights at 3-4-5-Star Hotels and 2 Nights in Guesthouse
Tour Details
- Group Size: 2 – 20
- Distance: 1280 Km
- Altitude: 1222 m – 1576 m above sea level
- Physical Rate: 2 out of 5
- Date Available: Oct to Apr
- Range: 15 to 75 year old
- Theme: Cultural & Ecological
- Tour Code: STC103
In a Nutshell
This is the right package for those who are interested in the culture and history of Iran. The leader will give you plenty of information about the Zoroastrians and the Achaemenid Dynasty, which have been of great importance to the inhabitants of this ancient land.
Highlights
- A three-day trek in the central desert
- Comfortable night accommodations
- Deep familiarity with the Zoroastrian religion
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Persepolis, Pasargadae, Yazd City, Chehel Sotoun Palace, and Naqsh-e Jahan Square
Itinerary
Day 1: Shiraz
You will arrive in Shiraz at midnight and will be transferred to hotel by Shakiba’s representative. After breakfast, we will start visiting the city. At first, you will be taken to Nasir al-Mulk Mosque. A mosque is full of color and light known as the pink mosque. Khan School is your next destination. This school was built in the Safavid period, and a lot of scholars was trained in all sciences of that time, especially in philosophy. We go on to the Narenjestan Qavam. This place belongs to luxurious houses of the Qajar era which is composed of various sections, such as a bathroom and a school. It’s the time to drop in on Shiraz Bazaar. This indoor and traditional market is located near the Karim Khan Citadel which was built in the Zandieh era. When the evening arrives, it is the best time to visit Tomb of Hafez. Hafez is the greatest poet in Persian literature whose poetry has excited German Goethe.
Overnight: Shiraz, Meals: B, L, D
Day 2: Shiraz - Yazd
Today is dedicated to visiting the ancient sites of the Achaemenid period. During this period, most of the civilization was under the control of the Achaemenids. Persepolis (World Heritage Site) is the first place to visit. This place is filled with large stone columns that its magnificence will delight you. After the Perspolis, you‘ll go to Necropolis where the stone tomb of the ancient kings of Iran was carved in the heart of the mountain. You should ask, where is the tomb of the greatest king of the Achaemenid, Cyrus? Yes, you have to go to Pasargadae (World Heritage Site) to witness the greatness of the tomb of Cyrus. He was a king whose name appeared in the text of the Torah and was named as the Savior King. We go on the route toward Yazd (World Heritage Site) up to arrive to Abarkooh, a thousand-year-old tree. The big tree which how the closer you get into it, you perceive its greatness more
Overnight: Yazd, Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Yazd
We start to visit Yazd with the Tower of silence. In the Zoroastrian religion, placing the dead bodies in the tower of silence is equivalent to the burial ceremony in the Christian faith, which is no longer performed among the Zoroastrians in Iran. After that, the Zoroastrian Fire Temple is the place you should visit. Pay attention to the entrance of this fire temple which was decorated with a Zoroastrianism symbol. It is interesting to note that Hanabandi (immersing hands and feet with henna) is one of the oldest Iranian traditions that is used in various religious and ritual ceremonies. It is better to try henna and see its color closely. Certainly, the passage through the muddy lanes of Yazd will give you more memorable moments. By passing through this neighborhood, we will reach the Yazd Jameh Mosque. The mosque is a masterpiece of the Timurid era (14th and 15th centuries AD). You rarely see a mosque same as this in Iran, where its minarets are as high as a Yazd Jameh Mosque. The Water Museum will be the last place to visit today. In this museum, you can find out Iran’s water management system.
Overnight: Yazd, Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Yazd - Bayazeh
Iranian deserts are warmer and more intimate than anywhere you´ve ever been! Maybe the silence and beauty of Iran´s desert will be the greatest gift for you. It is the place where people welcome your thoughts with the hospitality, and only one question remains in your mind, where is it?! Yes, here is the deserted village, Bayaze, that today we’ll take a stroll in it. On the one side of the village, there is an old castle that tour guide will lead you there. If you are lucky and have time in Bayaze, you’ll experience a beautiful sunset.
Overnight: Bayazeh, Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Bayazeh - Garmeh - Farahzad
Today, we are still in the heart of the desert of Iran. We’ll move toward the Garmeh and finally Oasis Farahzad village. The Garmeh is a beautiful village in the province of Isfahan, which gives you a great opportunity to walk. If you like fish therapy, there is a small spring around the village that calms your leg. Afterward, we’ll move to Oasis Farahzad. After dinner, we’ll go to observe the starry sky in the area with a description of astronomical Instructor. Early morning you wake up, you’ll see the sunrise and the beginning of the desert life.
Overnight: Farahzad, Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Farahzad - Naein - Isfahan
Welcome to three thousand years old city, Naein. Jameh Mosque is the first place to go at Naein. This mosque is one of the early mosques was built in Iran. Cloak (Aba) Weaving Workshop is another attraction to be seen here. Workshops which continue to be produced in the traditional way of several hundred years ago. The House of Pirnia is from old houses of Naein. It belonged to the ruler of Naein in the past, and nowadays it becomes an ethnographic museum. The museum holds objects of deserted culture. Later, we will move towards the center of civilization in Iran. Isfahan is waiting for you.
Overnight: Isfahan, Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Isfahan
“Isfahan is half of the world” is the motto that many tourists know it. You’ll start to visit Isfahan with Chehel Sotun Palace (World Heritage Site). This palace has been the meeting place of the Safavid kings with ambassadors of foreign countries that in its main hall, you’ll watch the beautiful paintings of parties and wars of Safavid and Qajar kings. When you leave Chehel Sotun Palace, you pass through a park on Ostandari Street and arrive at Naqsh-e Jahan Square (World Heritage Site). Naqsh-e Jahan is the most important structure of the Safavid era, which is a symbol of the government power and people’s religion. When you enter to the Shah Mosque, you arrive in the central courtyard with a twisted path. This mosque consists of thousands of tiles that you will undoubtedly love it. If you move toward the north of the square, you’ll see Qeysarieh Bazaar. This Bazaar can be the best place for your shopping. In the evening, you’ll be taken to visit Si-o-se Pol Bridge (33 arched bridge) and Khaju Bridge. These bridges are walking and recreational places for people of Isfahan and they are right places to meet the tourists from different countries.
Overnight: Isfahan, Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Isfahan
We would choose Jolfa Quarter to visit for the second day in Isafan. Jolfa has long been the home of Christians and Armenians. There are numerous churches in this quarter, one of them is Vank Cathedral. The cathedral was built in the 17th century. The Vank has an Armenian-Iranian architecture that is very enjoyable to see. Do not miss taking a stroll in Jolfa Quarter. You can spend your time in the traditional cafes there. Perhaps you’ll find an Iranian friend too. You’ll invite to Music Museum. Listening to the live performance of Iranian ethnic music is very audible, and you get familiar with Iranian music well. After leaving Jolfa quarter, you go to Ali Gholi Agha Quarter. The Ali Gholi Agha bath is your first stop. Here you can understand the old bathing style. It is better to go to the Zoorkhaneh (wrestling house). Zoorkhaneh was a former Iranian gym, which athletes were exercising there in a unique way and preparing themselves for war.
Overnight: Isfahan, Meals: B, L, D
Day 9: Isfahan
Departure
Destinations
What’s Included
Transport
Private Car (2 Pax), Van (3-9 pax), Middle-bus (10-20 pax)
Transfer
Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfer
Meals
8 Breakfast, 8 Lunch, 8 Dinner (Local Restaurants, Sometimes Fresh Local Products)
Visa
Iran Visa (Reference Code)
Entrance
All Entrance Fees Are Included
Guide
Professional Tour Guide
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
SIM
Iranian SIM Card
Personal Insurance
Not Covered in the Tour Price
Flight
International Flights Are Not Included
Other Fees
Visa Stamp Fee, Tips & Portages Are Not Included
Trip Notes
- It may sometimes happen to face official holidays during your trip. On such occasions, some of the monuments may be closed. Your guide will replace some other attractions or activities to fill your time. If the time of your itinerary allows you will visit the missed sites on other remaining days.
- Your private minibus is equipped with an air conditioning system.
- In this package, travelers will have some long walking’s. Please be prepared for this activity and take your sneakers with you.
Activities
Shirazi Faloodeh
Unique flavor, we believe you won’t be able to find it anywhere else. The best place to eat Faloodeh, which is made with pistachios, saffron and rose water.
Cloak Weaving Workshop
The cloak is among traditional Iranian clothes, which is long, loose and open in the front with short sleeves. Join into this workshop to get familiar with Iranian clothes.
Desert Safari
Explore the beauty of Iran desert and its adventures altogether. The highly skilled guides will lead you to have the best time there.
Isfahan City Walk
Take a stroll around the city of Isfahan to get familiar with locals. Don’t worry; our tour guide will accompany you to say what you need.
Dates & Prices
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