Iran · Archaeology

1-Day Persepolis Tour from Shiraz with Naqsh-e Rostam

1 Day Round trip from Fars Province Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire
02 Trace the earliest remains of Persepolis dating back to 515 BC
03 Visit the ancient necropolis of Naqsh-e Rostam near Persepolis
04 Enjoy authentic Iranian cuisine during your full-day tour from Shiraz

Venture from Shiraz to Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, with a personal tour guide. Explore the earliest remains of this remarkable historical site, dating back to 515 BC, and continue to the one-of-a-kind necropolis of Naqsh-e Rostam, about 12 km northwest of Persepolis. Along the way, enjoy authentic Iranian cuisine on this full-day cultural journey through Iran's ancient heritage.

Trace the earliest remains of Persepolis, dating back to 515 BC.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Shiraz, Persepolis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam Exploration

Leave Shiraz at 9 am with your tour guide and travel to Persepolis.
Reach Persepolis and marvel at the beauty of this historic empire.
Trace the earliest remains of Persepolis, dating back to 515 BC.
Have an authentic Iranian lunch.
Head to explore the historic Naqsh-e Rostam, an ancient necropolis located about 12 km northwest of Persepolis.
Spend some time at the necropolis before driving back to Shiraz at 4 pm, arriving at about 5 pm.