1-Day Saint Stepanos Monastery Tour from Tabriz to Jolfa

1 Day Round trip from Tabriz Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the beautiful Khajeh-Nazar Caravanserai en route to Jolfa
02 Explore Saint Stepanos Monastery, the second most important monastery in Iran
03 Take in picturesque views along the Arax River on the Iran-Azerbaijan border
04 Visit the tranquil Shepherd Chapel
05 Browse local bazaars for souvenirs, including Turkish and Chinese products

Embark on a one-day tour from Tabriz to Jolfa with a local guide and discover one of Iran's most important Christian heritage sites. Pause at Khajeh-Nazar Caravanserai on the way, then explore Saint Stepanos Monastery, the second most important monastery in Iran. Take in picturesque views along the Arax River on the border of Iran and Azerbaijan, visit the tranquil Shepherd Chapel, and browse local bazaars for souvenirs.

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 Tabriz, Jolfa

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Tabriz to Jolfa and Saint Stepanos Monastery

Meet your Iranian tour guide at the hotel and begin the drive to Jolfa, which takes about 3 hours.
En route, stop to rest at Khajeh-Nazar Caravanserai in Jolfa with your Jolfa tour guide.
See Saint Stepanos Monastery, the second most important monastery in Iran.
Enjoy landscape views along the Arax River, which lies on the border of Iran and Azerbaijan.
Visit the Shepherd Chapel as well.
Shop for local souvenirs for your friends and family back home. Several local bazaars offer Turkish and Chinese products.