Iran · Rural Experiences

1-Day Yazd and Meybod Tour with Kharānaq and Chak Chak

1 Day Round trip from Kharānaq Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Kharānaq village and walk through the ruins of its old citadel
02 Explore Chak Chak, an important Zoroastrian sacred place
03 Walk through Narin Castle, the mud-brick fort of Meybod
04 Discover Meybod's historic landmarks, including the Icehouse, Shah Abbasi caravanserai, and Pigeon Tower
05 Try your hand at the potter's wheel with your Yazd tour guide

Go 1,000 years back as you visit wind towers, incredible castles, and beautiful barren deserts on this full-day trip. Explore remarkable sites including Kharānaq village, Chak Chak, and the city of Meybod, while discovering the historic character of Yazd Province.

9:10 am - Visit the 4,000-year-old village of Kharānaq and walk through the ruins of the old citadel.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Yazd, Meybod

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kharānaq, Chak Chak, and Meybod Discovery

9:10 am - Visit the 4,000-year-old village of Kharānaq and walk through the ruins of the old citadel.
11:00 am - Explore Chak Chak, an important Zoroastrian sacred place.
12:30 pm - Head to Meybod and walk through Narin Castle after lunch with the Meybod tour guide.
2:00 pm - Continue exploring the old historical town in Yazd Province, including the Icehouse, Shah Abbasi caravanserai, and Pigeon Tower.
4:00 pm - Try your hand at the potter's wheel with the Yazd tour guide.