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17-Day Tour Across Iran From Tabriz To Persepolis By Train
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    17 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Dutch, English, French, Persian, Spanish

Description

A unique way to travel in Persia for those who are interested in travelling by train everywhere in the country. This trip lets train lovers see things in different corners of Iran and explore the cities and the hospitality of Persians. Explore Tehran, Isfahan, Yazd, and more in this 17-day tour! 

Highlights
  • Visit the Jame Mosque of Yazd
  • Explore Persepolis, the formal capital of the Persian Empire
  • Admire the Sio-se Bridge in Isfahan
  • Day 1: Tabriz expand_more
    • Arrive at Tabriz railway station in the morning and transfer to the hotel for some relaxation.

    • Start the city tour by visiting the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and Shahriyar tomb.

    • In the early evening, visit Vali Asr Ave as the new part of the city and see some modernity.

  • Day 2: Tabriz to Zanjan expand_more
    • Go on an excursion to Kandovan in the morning.

    • Visit the volcanic village of Iran and its surrounding among Sahand mountain.

    • Get back to Tabriz railway and take a train towards Zanjan. 

  • Day 3: Zanjan expand_more
    • In the morning, visit one of the world heritages of Iran, known as Soltanieh Dome that dates back to the 14th century when the country was ruled by Ilkhanid.

    • Afterwards, drive to Takht-e-Soleyman, which is one of the most beautiful Zoroastrian sites.

  • Day 4: Zanjan to Tehran expand_more
    • Take the morning train to Tehran for a few hours. 

    • In the afternoon, visit the National Museum, Jewelry Museum and Ceramic Museum. 

  • Day 5: Tehran to Mashhad expand_more
    • Start the Tehran City Tour by visiting the Sa'ad Abad Complex that dates back to the 20th century, Golestan palace that dates back to the 17th century and today, is one of the world heritage sites, and Grand Bazaar, the busiest bazaar of Persia.

    • Take the night train to Mashhad.

  • Day 6: Mashhad expand_more
    • Arrive in the morning in Mashhad and go straight to visit the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (8th Imam).

    • Go on an excursion to Tus and visit the Tomb of Ferdowsi, one of the greatest poets in the ancient days of Persia.

    Take a night train to Kashan.

  • Day 7: Kashan expand_more
    • Go on a Kashan City Tour by visiting the Fin garden as a piece of Old Persian garden; some historical mansions date back to the 19th century under Qajari era and covered bazaar. 

  • Day 8: Isfahan expand_more
    • Drive to Isfahan, one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

    • Visit the historic bridges in the evening, such as the Khaju and Sio-Se bridges.

  • Day 9: Isfahan City Tour expand_more
    • Go on an Isfahan City Tour; visit Naqsh-e-Jahan Square, the impressive Royal Mosque, Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque and Ali Qapu Palace.

    • In the afternoon, visit the Armenian Quarter and one of the churches.

  • Day 10: Isfahan City Tour expand_more
    • In the morning, visit the Chehel Sotoon Palace, Hasht Behesht Palace and Jame Mosque, a world heritage site.

    • Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore the beautiful city on your own.

  • Day 11: Yazd expand_more
    • Take the train towards Yazd, the oldest adobe cities of the world, where it resided Zoroastrians.

    • Visit the Dowlat Abad Garden and walk through this interesting old district.

  • Day 12: Yazd expand_more
    • Go on a city tour in Yazd by visiting Jame Mosque, Water museum, Fire temple and Towers of Silence.
    • Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore the beautiful city on your own.
  • Day 13: Zein al Din Caravanserai expand_more
    • Drive to one of the oldest caravansaries of the world. 

    • It will be a unique experience to stay overnight in the heart of the desert. 

  • Day 14: Shiraz expand_more
    • Drive to Shiraz, the city of flowers and gardens, city poets, and literature. 

    • En-route, visit Pasargadae, the first capital of the Persian Empire and the place where Cyrus the Great is buried. 

    • Arrive at Shiraz early in the evening and have a free evening.

  • Day 15: Shiraz expand_more
    • Start the Shiraz City Tour by visiting the Zand complex, including the Fortress, Mosque and bazaar, Hafez tomb and Eram garden.

    • Enjoy some free time in the afternoon at your leisure to experience the hospitality of people and enjoy the modern district.

  • Day 16: Persepolis expand_more
    • Go on an excursion to Persepolis, the former capital of the Persian Empire.

    • Visit Necropolis, the cemetery of Persian kings.

    • In the afternoon, visit Pasargadae, the first capital of the Persian Empire and the tomb of Cyrus the Great.

    • After having a farewell dinner, proceed to the airport.

  • Day 17: Departure expand_more
    • Travellers will leave the country with sweet memories.

What's Included
  • Iran visa (invitation letter)

  • 13 nights’ accommodation in 3* hotels (B&B)

  • 2 nights trains

  • 16 days of guided tours with a professional English-speaking Iran tour guide

  • 15 days public transport (train tickets/bus and transferring to train/bus stations are included)

  • All entrance fees

  • All airport transfers

What's Excluded
  • Visa extensions

  • Lunch & Dinner

  • All tipping

Meeting Point

Tabriz, East Azerbaijan Province, Iran

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
2 To 2 USD 2020 Per Person
4 To 4 USD 1480 Per Person
8 To 8 USD 1285 Per Person
12 To 12 USD 1210 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 2020 / person