From North to south of Iran - 18 Days

Explore different aspects of Iranian culture, history and nature. Follow the twisting path of great Persian kings and emperors in Persepolis; Explore the earthly adobe cities of Yazd and Kashan; hiking in some unique nature and breath deeply of the North; make your way to the divine turquoise architecture of Isfahan and have a relax time in the south of Iran.

Your expert tour guide will engage you with fascinating stories and facts as you visit Tehran, Kashan, Abyaneh, Isfahan, Yazd, Kharanaq, Meybod, Persepolis, Shiraz and Qeshm

What you see

You can see four Seasons of Iran just in 18 days. For Those who wants explore Iran with all different continents from jungles with unlimited greenness (north of the country) or mounts covered by snow to hot deserts of Iran and Colorful Islands on Persian Gulf. Furthermore, on this journey you have the chance to see the lovely Isfahan, Shiraz (the capital of Culture and Civilization), Tehran (modern capital of Iran), Yazd and its historical villages (the city of shafts) and also Kashan and Abyaneh. A better explanation for this trip: Mixture of Nature, Civilization, Culture and Historical places of IRAN

What you discover

  • Visiting complex of 17 palaces built during the Qajar Dynasty in the 18th and 19th Centuries in Tehran
  • Hiking in the middle of green forests
  • Visiting a wonderful rocky architecture village which Set attractively in a wide, steep-sided mountain valley, modest Kaleybar
  • Walking into the 500 years old Naghsh-e-Jahan Square of Isfahan
  • discovering the first global city of Iran
  • Visiting The glory of 2500 years old Persepolis
  • exploring the rich island in terms of ecotourism and geotourism

Itinerary

Day 1
Arriving in Tehran; start the tour

On your pre-dawn arrival at Shiraz Airport, you will be met by our guide that will direct and transfer you to your hotel. You will have time to rest and relax before our morning tour of Tehran commences.
We’ll visit Golestan Complex, greatest Museum of Persia, Iran National Museum, a tunnel of Iran history to recent times.

Overnight in Tehran.

Day 2
Road trip to Rasht

In the morning, we will drive to Rasht. In each corner, you will see local farmers and sellers who are trying to sell their products directly to consumers. Here, you can find almost any organic product you wish for, from fresh vegetables and fruits to olives, fish and different dairy products.
we’ll visit Rasht bazaar to taste their best street food and also have a great sunset beside the Caspian sea.

Overnight in Rasht.

Day 3
Road trip to Masuleh

A visit to the thousand-year-old village of Masouleh, set in the foothills of Gilan. It is also one of the best places to sample Iran’s vegetarian cuisine, most notably the dish Mirza Ghassemi. One of the most beautiful popular handicrafts of the province of Gilan, is Masouleh Doll, women only in Masouleh in front of the house door or on a platform near travelers and tourist’s accommodation, knit a souvenir, which is a memento from Masoulehs historic city, is woven with a woolen yarn.

Overnight in Masuleh in a local house.

Day 4
Road trip to Masuleh/ Talesh/Tabriz

We will go to Talesh, on the way of Tabriz, The lush green forests and rice paddies of Talesh, near the Caspian Sea are home to some of the most striking natural beauty in Iran and in spring and summer, Iranians flock here for hiking and camping holidays.

Overnight in Tabriz.

Day 5
Road trip to Tabriz/Kandevan

This morning, we will walk in bazzar to see locals and the culture of this city. then we’ll drive to Kandovan. Kandovan is an ancient village near Tabriz. It is situated in the foothills of Mount Sahand. The village exemplifies manmade cliff dwellings, which are still inhabited. The troglodyte homes, excavated inside volcanic rocks and tuffs similar to dwellings in the Turkish region of Cappadocia, are locally called Karaan.

Overnight in Kandevan in a stone local house.

Day 6
Road trip to kaleybar

we’ll drive to visit a green area ;Kaleybar; which is a city in East Azerbaijan province along with the Arasbaran forests. This city has a green nature and it is considered to be the countryside region of Qarehdagh nomads.

Overnight in the nature of kaleybar.

Day 7
Hicking Arasbarab forest

we’ll drive to reach Arasbaran forests and Babak castle or Baz castle in five kilometers to the city center and will know the exciting story of the castle.

overnight in Tabriz

Day 8
Flight or road trip to Isfahan

We will go to Isfahan by a flight or a private car.
In the evening we’ll go for a walk in the streets beside Zayandeh Rud river, stroll in the bridges of Siosepol and Khaju and listen to the songs of locals.

overnight in Isfahan

Day 9
Isfahan excursion

We’ll start our day by touring one of the largest city in the world with bridges, palaces, mosques, minarets, and monuments.
we’ll discover Naghsh-e Jahan Square that has been listed by UNESCO as an outstanding example of Iranian and Islamic architecture to Explore Ali Qapu Palaces, Sheikh Lotfollah, Imam Mosques and Bazaar.
we’ll Taste some local food and sweets of Isfahan like Biryani and Gaz.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Day 10
Desert tour

Today we’ll go on a half-day city tour to visit the Vank Cathedral in Julfa, located in the Armenian quarter in Isfahan with beautiful shop stores and a cozy coffee shop.
In the afternoon we’ll go to the desert to see the surreal blend of colors over the boundless desert sky as the sun slowly sets behind the immutable golden dunes.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Attention: We can also have camping(extra charge)

Day 11
Road trip to Maybod/Kharanegh

we’ll Have an early morning drive to Meybod to explore the great Narin castle, Kabutar Khaneh (pigeon tower) and a pottery workshop to see the potters at work.
Then, we’ll go to Kharanegh which is the 4,000-Year-Old Abandoned Mud-Brick Town. we’ll visit a town which is a photographer’s dream with a labyrinth of streets, tunnels, passageways, and rooms, as well as more impressive buildings such as a tiny mosque, a shaking minaret, and an old caravanserai that welcomed merchants and pilgrims centuries ago.

Overnight in the old caravanserai of Kharanegh.

Day 12
Road trip to Yazd

We’ll drive to Yazd, the first global city of Iran. we’ll walk into the ancient alleys of Yazd and visit Jame mosque, the Fire Temple and Amir-Chakhmaq Square.
At night we’ll take part in a Zoorkhaneh (a traditional gym).

Overnight Yazd.

Day 13
Road trip to Cham/ Persepolis/Shiraz

we’ll drive to Cham as a mysterious village for visiting the Tower of Silence.
Then we’ll head to Shiraz and visit Persepolis and Necropolis (Naqhsh-e Rostam) on the way.
then we’ll pass underneath the Quran Gate and reach Shiraz.

Overnight Shiraz.

Day 14
Shiraz excursion

Today we’ll visit the Nasir-Ol-Molk Mosque also known as the Pink Mosque
After that, we’ll descover the great Zand Complex: Karim Khan Citadel, Mosque, and the traditional roofed bazaar of Vakil and Saraye Moshir.
In the evening, we’ll drive to see the pink lake and get positive energy of its lake.

Overnight Shiraz

Day 15
Flight to Qeshm island

This morning will go to Qeshm by a flight. We’ll see some unique attractive natures: Stars Valley, Chahkooh Canyon, Salt Cave Of Qeshm, and others.

Overnight Qeshm.

Day 16
Ferry to Hormoz Island

Today, we will visit Hormoz Island, known as the Rainbow Island to discover some attractions such as: Silence Valley, Valley of the Statues, Rainbow Mountains and others.

Overnight in Qeshm.

Attention: We can also have camping(extra charge)

Day 17
Qeshm excursion

This morning we have time for shopping and visit Hengam Island to see amazing dolphins ,colorful fish that are playing in crystal clear water and beautiful and delicate handicrafts made of shells and scallops by locals.

Overnight Qeshm

Day 18
End of the tour

Today we should say goodbye after having lots of great memories. We’ll transfer to the airport to board your flight back home.

what includes

  • Transportation for visiting all attractions and cities as mentioned on the itinerary.
  • Hotel accommodation as mentioned on the itinerary.
  • Meals, one local lunch in each destination(in a traditional restaurant and one by an Iranian family).
  • Licensed, English-speaking tour guides.
  • Airport pickup and drop off.
  • Desert tours and visiting all attractions as mentioned on the itinerary.
  • Entrance fee
  • We have 30 percent discount for more than 2 people

what excludes

  • International airfare.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa support and Personal insurance.
  • Tips.
  • Sea or desert entertainment.
  • Boat ticket.
  • Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section

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From North to south of Iran

Trip Facts

  • Tehran
  • Qeshm
  • Tehran, Rasht, Tabriz, Kaleybar, Isfahan, Yazd, Kharanaq, Meybod, Persepolis, Shiraz and Qeshm
  • Private Car/ Tourist Van
  • Traditional hotel (3/4 stars) / hostel(Private room/ local house)
  • One local lunch in each city
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