Iran · UNESCO Heritage Sites

8-Day Iran Golden Tour from Shiraz with Persepolis and Golden Cities

8 Days Round trip from Shiraz Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll through the complexes of Eram Garden and Hafez Tomb in Shiraz
02 Visit the sacred Jameh Mosque of Yazd
03 Explore Persepolis, the formal capital of the Persian Empire
04 Go to Chehel Sotoon Palace in Isfahan
05 Live the typical caravan life at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
06 Admire the beauty of Khaju Bridge in Isfahan

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 in Shiraz, Jameh Mosque in Yazd, and Aali Qapu Palace and Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque in Isfahan. Diversify the experience by strolling through Eram Garden, visiting the Yazd Water Museum, and spending a caravan day at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai.

Go on an excursion to Persepolis, the formal capital of the Persian Empire, dating back to 518 BC during the rule of Darius I.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Isfahan, Shiraz, Yazd, Persepolis, Nain

Languages Dutch, English, French, Persian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Shiraz City Tour and Zand Complex

Meet your tour guide and start the city tour of Shiraz.
Explore Shiraz by visiting gardens and the 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 the Zand Complex, including the fortress, Vakil Mosque, and bazaar.

Day 02

Excursion to Persepolis and Naqsh-e-Rostam

Go on an excursion to Persepolis, the formal capital of the Persian Empire, dating back to 518 BC during the rule of Darius I.
Make a second stop at Naqsh-e-Rostam, or Necropolis, where Persian kings are buried.

Day 03

Drive to Zein-o-Din Caravanserai

Drive to Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, which dates back to the 17th century. Located in the heart of the desert, it offers a unique experience to stay in this place like caravans did in the olden days.

Day 04

Caravanserai Morning and Yazd Sightseeing

Spend a free morning in the Caravanserai.
Start on 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 05

Journey to Isfahan via Nain

Drive towards Isfahan, one of the most beautiful cities in Persia. En route, visit Nain and its mosque, the third oldest mosque in Iran.
Visit old historical bridges, such as Khaju Bridge on the Zayande river in Isfahan.

Day 06

Naqsh-e-Jahan Square and Isfahan Landmarks

Go on an Isfahan city tour in the morning, visiting the Royal Square of Naqsh-e-Jahan, including Aali Qapu Palace, Royal Mosque, and Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque.
Enjoy some free time in the afternoon.

Day 07

Jameh Mosque, Armenian Quarter, and Chehel Sotoon

Visit the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, a World Heritage Site, the Armenian Quarter, and one of its beautiful churches.
Chehel Sotoon Palace is also a nice place to visit.

Day 08