Iran · Desert Safari

6-Day Isfahan and Desert Safari Tour with Rig-e Jenn and Mesr

6 Days Round trip from Isfahan Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Isfahan's major landmarks, including Ālī Qāpū Palace and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
02 Experience exciting desert safaris in both Rig-e Jenn Desert and Mesr Desert
03 Visit the historical Bayazeh Castle and the beautiful village of Garmeh
04 See natural wonders such as Kal-e Jenni Canyon and Morteza-Ali Mineral Spa
05 Discover Vank Cathedral and Isfahan's great bridges, Si-o-se pol and Khaju

Explore Isfahan and Iran's desert landscapes on this 6-day journey through historic landmarks and remote natural wonders. Discover major highlights of Isfahan, including Chehel Sotoun, Jame Mosque, Midan-e Naghshe Jahan, Ālī Qāpū Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Vank Cathedral, before heading into the Rig-e Jenn and Mesr deserts for exciting safari experiences. Along the way, visit Bayazeh Castle, the village of Garmeh, Kal-e Jenni Canyon, Morteza-Ali Mineral Spa, Shah-Abbas Dam, and the historic village of Esfahak. This tour combines cultural heritage, traditional stays, and desert adventure in central Iran.

Visit Kal-e Jenni Canyon, the most beautiful natural wonder to be seen on this tour.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Isfahan, Nain, Tabas

Languages Arabic, Azerbaijani, English, French, German, Spanish, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival and Isfahan City Tour

Meet your tour guide at the airport in Isfahan.
Transfer to your hotel for early check-in.
Take some rest.
Enjoy a full-day city tour of Isfahan, or a half-day city tour depending on your arrival time.
Visit the major highlights of this wonderful city, including Chehel Sotoun, Jame Mosque, Midan-e Naghshe Jahan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Ālī Qāpū Palace, and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.
Spend the night at a hotel in Isfahan.

Day 02

Journey to Rig-e Jenn Desert

Check out from the hotel in the morning.
Start your desert adventure.
Drive towards Naein (130 km).
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Jahangardi Traditional Hotel.
Head to the Rig-e Jenn Desert for an exciting safari in the heart of the desert.
Rest in a very well-equipped camp.
Eat and enjoy the tranquil Sahara.
Stay overnight at a camp or in a traditional house.

Day 03

Garmeh, Bayazeh Castle and Mesr Desert Safari

Have breakfast in the morning.
Head towards the beautiful village of Garmeh.
Visit the historical Bayazeh Castle.
Enjoy a tour of the Mesr Desert in central Iran and take part in an exciting safari.
Stay overnight in a traditional hotel.

Day 04

Kal-e Jenni Canyon and Drive to Tabas

Have breakfast.
Visit Kal-e Jenni Canyon, the most beautiful natural wonder to be seen on this tour.
Visit Morteza-Ali Mineral Spa.
Have a short rest and lunch.
Visit the Shah-Abbas Dam, a barrier constructed across a stream to impound water.
Drive towards the historic village of Esfahak.
Stay overnight in Esfahak village in a traditional house.

Day 05

Return to Isfahan and Visit Vank Cathedral

Drive back to Isfahan.
Enjoy a half-day tour in Isfahan.
Visit Vank Cathedral and the great bridges of Si-o-se pol and Khaju.
Stay overnight in Isfahan at a hotel.

Day 06

Departure from Isfahan

Drive to the airport for your flight.

Where this trip takes you

Isfahan, Ālī Qāpū Palace, Rig-e Jenn Desert, Mesr Desert

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Isfahan 3 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Azerbaijani-, Spanish-, Turkish-, Arabic-, German-, French-, or English-speaking tour guide
Airport transfer
5 nights of hotel/traditional house accommodation
Certified national/local (Iranian) tour guides
All entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle based on group size
One local SIM card (+ 4G fast internet)