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14-Day Tour To The Highlights Of Iran From Shiraz
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    History, Sightseeing, Desert

  • Duration

    14 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

See the best of Iran and capture unforgettable memories of desert landscapes and beautiful landmarks like the Pasargadae, the Tower of Silence and the Eram Gardens. Explore the ancient architectural relics on city tours of Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan and pay respects at Sheikh Lotfollah and Jameh Mosque. Admire the exotic Persian gardens at Doulat-Abad and Fin on this sightseeing tour.

Highlights
  • Explore the splendid Karim Khan Fortress, Vakil Bazaar and Saraye Moshir
  • Drive to Persepolis, Pasargadae to see the Tomb of Cyrus the Great
  • Visit the Eram Garden, Hafez mausoleum and Ali –ibn- Hamzeh holy place
  • Stop by Stone Garden, Maharloo Lake, Shahdad desert
  • Enjoy camping in the desert under the stars
  • Tour the ancient city of Yazd and see the Amir Chakhmagh Complex
  • Stroll through the Doulat-Abad and Fin Gardens
  • Day 1: Shiraz Arrival expand_more
    • Arrive in Shiraz and transfer to hotel.

    • Rest and begin the tour to see the highlights of Shiraz, the former capital of Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Explore the splendid  Karim Khan Fortress (Citadel of Karim Khan) and walk through Zandieh complex, which includes traditional Vakil Bath, Vakil Bazaar and Saraye Moshir. 

    Overnight stay in Shiraz.

  • Day 2: Persepolis- Pasargadae- Shiraz expand_more
    • Have breakfast, then take an hour’s drive with your tour guide to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Persepolis, the former capital of the Persian Empire, Necropolis, the burial place of Darius the Great and his successors.

    • Drive to Pasargadae to visit Tomb of Cyrus the Great and remains of Achaemenian edifices.

    • On the way back to Shiraz, make a quick stop and see Quran gate.

    Overnight stay in Shiraz.

  • Day 3: Shiraz expand_more
    • Visit the marvellous Pink Mosque with its unique stained glass windows, Narenjestan Ghavam gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Eram Garden, Hafez mausoleum and Ali –ibn-Hamzeh Holy Place.

    Overnight stay in Shiraz.

  • Day 4: Shiraz - Shahdad - Kerman expand_more
    • Make your way to Kerman and Shahdad desert.

    • En-route visit Maharloo Lake.

    • At Sirjan, visit Stone Garden of Dervish Khan.

    • Drive to Shahdad desert.

    Overnight stay in Shahdad Desert Camp

  • Day 5: Shahdad expand_more
    • Begin your adventure through the hottest point of the world, "shahdad."

    • Enjoy a fun and exciting trekking program off-road and visit the Kaluts of Kerman.

    Overnight stay in Shahdad.

  • Day 6: Shahdad - Kerman expand_more
    • Continue the tour to Kerman via Mahan and visit Shah Nematollah Valli Mausoleum and former royal Shazdeh Garden.

    • In Kerman, visit Ganjali Khan Complex, which includes 17th century Safavid period bathhouse, mosque, caravansary and Bazaar. 

    Overnight stay in Kerman.

  • Day 7: Kerman - Meymand - Zeinodin Carvansary expand_more
    • In the morning, drive to Shahr-e Babak and explore the ancient city.

    • Continue your trip by visiting Meymand Stone Village.

    Overnight stay in Zeinodin Caravansary.

  • Day 8: Yazd expand_more
    • Start your day by driving to Yazd, 'The City of Windcatchers', on an orientation tour.

    • Visit Amir Chakhmagh Complex, Zurkhaneh (literally means "House of Strength" in Persian) and Jameh Mosque (congregational mosque), which boasts the tallest minarets in the country, and also will visit Henna mill.

    Overnight stay in Yazd.

  • Day 9: Yazd expand_more
    • Explore the city of Yazd, the center for Iran's small Zoroastrian community.

    • Go sightseeing in the city's center, including Zoroaster Fire Temple and Dowlat Abad Garden, Alexander's Prison.

    • Visit the Towers of Silence, the last vestige of the city’s Zoroastrian heritage.

    Overnight stay in Yazd.

  • Day 10: Chak chak - Meybod expand_more
    • See Chak Chak, the significant and Holy place for Zoroastrians.

    • Drive to Meybod and visit Narin Castle, Caravansary and Icehouse, as well as the Pottery workshop.

    Overnight stay in Meybod.

  • Day 11: Isfahan expand_more
    • Drive to Isfahan. 

    • Visit the famous Square of Iran and be captivated by the gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage of Naghsh -e-Jahan square, including Ali Qapu Pavilion, Sheikh Lutfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, and the monumental entrance to Qayssarieh Bazaar. 

    Overnight stay in Isfahan.

  • Day 12: Isfahan expand_more
    • Start your day by exploring the city of Isfahan.

    • Stroll through the historical Vank Cathedral, also known as the Church of the Holy Saviour, in the Jolfa Armenian quarter of Isfahan, and Chehel – Seton palace (forty columns) located in a beautiful garden.

    • At night, visit the famous bridges (Si-o-Se Pol and Khaju).

    Overnight stay in Isfahan.

  • Day 13: Isfahan - Abianeh - Kashan expand_more
    • Depart for the village of Abianeh.

    • Stroll through the beautiful traditional city of Abianeh and visit its famous and unique red brick houses.

    • In the evening, you will be driven to the city of Kashan. 

    Overnight stay in Kashan.

  • Day 14: Kashan - Tehran - Departure expand_more
    • In the early morning, visit Tabatabaei House, Fin Garden and Sultan Mir Ahmad Bathhouse.

    • Drive to the IKA airport of Tehran for your departure flight.

What's Included
  • Traditional & Standard 3 & 4 * Hotel with Breakfasts

  • Transportation

  • English speaking Iranian tour guide

  • Safari

  • Insurance during the whole trip

  • Visa Code

  • Phone Sim Card

What's Excluded
  • Meals

  • International flight

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 4 EUR 1738 Per Person

This is a private tour

Starting From

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USD 1946 / person