Travel back to the heart of Persian empire - 10 Days

shiju Tours embraces visit of museums, historical and religious monuments, palaces, history memorials, traditional archaeology, old Cemetery and the places related to historical events and characters. Iran; the land with ancient civilization, rich history, historical monuments and Iranian-Islamic archaeology is an appropriate destination for tourist look for art and history. The places narrate long story of Persian culture from ancient to now. In this tour we’ll see Tehran, Kashan, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz and some mysterious villages in our way.

What you see

In this tour we travel to cities for visiting historic attractions. Our journey begins from the capital of Iran; Tehran with its modern and historic attractions. Then we’ll visit some historical cities such as: Kashan, the city of historic houses; Isfahan, the city of artists from past to now; global city of Yazd and finally, Shiraz, the city of Persian empire. Also on the way we’ll see some mysterious villages, such as: Colorful village of Abyaneh, historical village, Meybod, Abarkuh and Cham. We also will have the best experience by nomad. 

What you discover

  • Visiting complex of 17 palaces built during the Qajar Dynasty in the 18th and 19th Centuries in Tehran
  • Exploring 100 years old houses in Kashan
  • Walking into the 500 years old Naghsh-e-Jahan Square of Isfahan
  • Walking into the first Global city of Iran, Yazd
  • Visiting The glory of 2500 years old Persepolis and
  • Experiencing the real nomad life
  • Tasting local food and culture by Iranian families

Itinerary

Day 1
Arriving in Tehran; start the tour

On your pre-dawn arrival at Tehran 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 and Tabiat Bridge.

Overnight in Tehran.

Day 2
Road trip to Kashan

After breakfast, drive to Kashan, a beautiful old city with many unique historical sites like Tabatabaei traditional House, Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse, Aqa Bozorg Madrasa and mosque, and Fin Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight in Kashan

Day 3
Road trip to Abyaneh/ Isfahan

On the way to Isfahan, we’ll stop to visit the beautiful Abyaneh Village where people (by their local colorful dress) are still living there.
we’ll see their red stair houses and attractive clothing to the extent that one can’t resist trying them on or taking them as souvenirs.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Day 4
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.
Also we’ll go for a walk in the streets beside Zayandeh Rud river, stroll in the bridges of Siosepol and Khaju.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Day 5
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.

Day 6
Road trip to Maybod/Yazd

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 Yazd and visit Amir-Chakhmaq Square and Zoorkhaneh (a traditional gym).

Overnight in Yazd.

Day 7
Yazd excursion

We’ll walk into the ancient alleys of Yazd and visit Jame mosque, Dowlat Abad Garden, and the Fire Temple.
Then we’ll drive to Cham village for visiting the Tower of Silence.
Then we’ll head to Abarkuh to explore the city and see a 1000-year-old cypress tree and Ice houses.

Overnight Abarkuh.

Day 8
Road trip to Persepolis/Shiraz

we’ll drive to Shiraz and visit Pasargad, Persepolis and Necropolis (Naqhsh-e Rostam) on the way.
then we’ll pass underneath the Quran Gate and reach Shiraz.

Overnight Shiraz.

Day 9
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 afternoon after visiting Eram garden as a persian garden, we’ll drive to see the pink lake and continue towards the nomad area.
At night we’ll sit round fire and talk to nomad people and become familiar the way of their life.

Overnight in nomad black tent.

Day 10
Experiencing Nomad life; End tour

We’ll wake up early in the morning and see the nomads leading their normal life as they perform their daily activities like they feed their animals, make yogurt and get milk from their goats.
We’ll have an organic breakfast and play local games.
We’ll head back to Shiraz and if time permits, stop by the Sasani Palace.
Once you reach Shiraz, 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.
  • 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.
  • Meals except breakfast.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa support and Personal insurance.
  • Tips.
  • Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section

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Travel back to the heart of Persian empire

Trip Facts

  • Tehran
  • Shiraz
  • Tehran, Kashan, Abyaneh, Isfahan, Maybod,Yazd, cham, Abarkuh, Persepolis, Shiraz, Pink lake, Nomad area
  • Private Car/ Tourist Van
  • Traditional hotel (3/4 stars) or hostel(Private room))
  • One local lunch in each city
  • 1-12
  • history