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8-Day Iran Golden Tour From Shiraz
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, History, Story Telling

  • Duration

    8 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Dutch, English, French, Persian, Spanish

Description

Explore the rich beauty of the three Golden Cities of Persia- Shiraz, Isfahan and Yazd on this tour, including a visit to the World Heritage Site of Persepolis. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Vakil Mosque (Shiraz), Jameh Mosque (Yazd), Aali Qapu Palace and the Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque (Isfahan). Diversify the experience by strolling through the Eram Garden, checking out the Yazd Water Museum and spending a caravan day at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai.

Highlights
  • Stroll through the complexes of Eram Garden and Hafez Tomb in Shiraz
  • Visit the sacred Jameh Mosque of Yazd
  • Explore Persepolis, the formal capital of the Persian Empire
  • Go to the Chehel Sotoon Palace in Isfahan
  • Live the typical caravan life at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
  • Admire the beauty of Khaju Bridge in Isfahan
  • Day 1: Shiraz expand_more
    • Meet the tour guide and start the city tour of Shiraz.
    • Explore Shiraz by visiting gardens and tombs of poets, such as Eram Garden and Hafez Tomb. (This tour will also include some of the World Heritage Sites.)
    • In the afternoon, visit Zand Complex, including the fortress, Vakil Mosque, and bazaar.
  • Day 2: Excursion to Persepolis expand_more
    • Go on an excursion to Persepolis, which was the formal capital of the Persian Empire that dates back to 518 BC, ruled by Darius I. 
    • Make a second stop at Naqsh-e-Rostam, or Necropolis, where Persian kings are buried. 
  • Day 3: Zein-o-Din Caravanserai expand_more
    • Drive to Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, which dates back to the 17th century. It is located in the heart of the desert, and it will be a unique experience to stay in this place, like caravans in the olden days.
  • Day 4: Yazd expand_more
    • Spend a free morning in Caravanserai.
    • Start for a short drive toward Yazd, the oldest adobe city in the world.
    • Visit the Towers of Silence, Fire Temple, Jameh Mosque and Water Museum. 
  • Day 5: Arrive in Isfahan expand_more
    • Drive towards Isfahan, which is one of the most beautiful cities in Persia. Enroute, visit Nain and its mosque, the 3rd oldest mosque in Iran.
    • Visit some old historical bridges, such as the Khaju Bridge on the Zayande river in Isfahan.
  • Day 6: Isfahan Tour expand_more
    • Go on an Isfahan city tour in the morning by visiting the Royal SQR of Naqsh-e-Jahan, including Aali Qapu Palace, Royal Mosque, and Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque.
    • Enjoy some free time in the afternoon. 
  • Day 7: Sightseeing in Isfahan expand_more
    • Visit the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan - the World Heritage Site, Armenian Quarter, and one of the beautiful churches.
    • Also, Chehel Sotoon Palace is a nice place to visit.
  • Day 8: Departure expand_more
    • Check out from the stay and get ready for your final departure from Iran, depending on your flight destination. 
What's Included
  • Iran visa (invitation letter)
  • 7 nights of accommodation in a mid-range hotel (B&B)
  • 7 days of guided tours with a professional English-speaking tour guide
  • 7 days private transport
  • All entrance fees
  • All airport transfers
What's Excluded
  • Visa extensions
  • Lunch and dinner
  • All tipping
Meeting Point

Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Standard
1 To 2 USD 1205 Per Person
3 To 4 USD 1085 Per Person
5 To 8 USD 795 Per Person
9 To 12 USD 650 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 1205 / person