Iran · Architecture

11-Day Iran Golden Triangle Tour with Isfahan, Yazd and Shiraz

11 Days Round trip from Tehran Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the Saadabad Palace complex and Golestan Palace in Tehran
02 Explore the architecture and culture of Abyaneh village
03 Pay your respects at Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Jame'a Mosque of Isfahan, and Nasir ol-Molk Mosque
04 Visit the historic bridges of Si-o-se-pol and Khaju
05 See Iran's loftiest windcatcher at Dolat Abad Garden
06 Marvel at the oldest cypress tree of Abarkooh
07 Stroll through Persepolis and Pasargadae, UNESCO Heritage Sites

See the best of Iran on an 11-day journey from Tehran to Isfahan, Yazd, and Shiraz, taking in the country's architectural, cultural, and spiritual highlights. Explore Tehran's palaces and museums, discover Abyaneh village, and visit Isfahan's Naqsh-e Jahan Square, historic bridges, and remarkable mosques. Continue to Yazd to see Chak Chak, Amir Chakhmaq Complex, and Dolat Abad Garden with Iran's loftiest windcatcher. In Shiraz, marvel at Persepolis and Pasargadae before ending with the mystic atmosphere around the Tomb of Hafez.

See the best of Iran on an 11-day journey from Tehran to Isfahan, Yazd, and Shiraz, taking in the country's architectural, cultural, and spiritual highlights.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Isfahan, Shiraz, Tehran, Yazd, Persepolis, Pasargadae, Abyaneh, Abarkuh

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Tehran and Saadabad Palace

Arrive at your hotel in Tehran and, in the afternoon, visit the Saadabad Palace complex and the mountainous area of Darband.

Day 02

Tehran Palaces, Museums, and Rituals

Visit the Golestan Palace Complex.
Proceed to the Iran National Museum.
Explore the National Jewelry Museum and Qasr Museum.
Witness Pahlevani and Zurkhaneh rituals.

Day 03

Journey to Isfahan via Abyaneh Village

Head to Isfahan (450 km), with a stop at Abyaneh village (320 km), to discover the architecture and culture of the region.
Continue onward to Isfahan.

Day 04

Naqsh-e Jahan Square and Isfahan Palaces

Proceed to Naqsh-e Jahan Square to visit Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Ali Qapu, and the traditional bazaar.
In the afternoon, proceed to Hasht Behesht and Chehel Sotoun Palace.

Day 05

Isfahan Cathedrals, Bridges, and Jame'a Mosque

Visit Vank Cathedral, Menar Jonban, and two of the city's historic bridges: Si-o-se-pol and Khaju.
Head to Jame'a Mosque of Isfahan, a stunning illustration of the evolution of mosque architecture over twelve centuries in Iran.

Day 06

From Isfahan to Yazd via Chak Chak

Leave for Yazd (320 km) and stop at the Zoroastrian temple of Chak Chak before reaching Yazd.

Day 07

Yazd Old Town and Amir Chakhmaq Complex

Visit the city's mosque and walk through Yazd's old town, one of the oldest brick towns on earth.
Go to Dolat Abad Garden and see Iran's loftiest windcatcher.
Finally, explore Amir Chakhmaq Complex.

Day 08

Travel to Shiraz via Abarkooh and Pasargadae

Leave for Shiraz (440 km).
See Iran's oldest cypress tree in Abarkooh (155 km from Yazd).
Make a stop at Pasargadae, where the most famous king of ancient Iran, Cyrus the Great, is located.

Day 09

Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Qur'an Gate

Head to Persepolis (60 km from Shiraz) to discover the ancient civilization of Persia, as well as Naqsh-e Rostam relief and Qur'an Gate.

Day 10

Shiraz Historical Complexes and Tomb of Hafez

Visit Karim Khan Citadel and Vakil historical complex with its bath, bazaar, and mosque.
Go to Narenjestan-e Qavam Garden and Nasir ol-Molk Mosque afterwards.
At night, feel the mystic atmosphere of the area surrounding the Tomb of Hafez.

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