Iran · City Tours

5-Day Tehran Highlights Tour with Mount Damavand and Golestan Palace

5 Days Round trip from Tehran Province Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the mirror works of the Saleh tomb
  • 02 Explore Niavaran Palace and the Saadabad Palace Complex
  • 03 Walk on the famous Nature Bridge at the Abo Atash Complex
  • 04 Admire fine imperial jewellery sets at the National Jewellery Museum
  • 05 See how glass products are made at Abgineh Museum
  • 06 Enjoy views of Mount Damavand from the mountain road and town
  • 07 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Golestan Palace
  • 08 Stop by Tehran's two famous towers, Milad and Azadi

Explore Tehran over five days as you visit royal palace complexes, renowned museums, lively bazaars, and some of the capital's most famous landmarks. This tour includes Niavaran Palace, Saadabad Palace Complex, the National Museum of Iran, the Jewellery Museum, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Golestan Palace. You will also experience the atmosphere of Tajrish Bazaar and Tehran Grand Bazaar, admire Milad and Azadi towers, and enjoy views toward Mount Damavand. Along the way, savour traditional Iranian cuisine and discover exclusive Persian products.

You will also experience the atmosphere of Tajrish Bazaar and Tehran Grand Bazaar, admire Milad and Azadi towers, and enjoy views toward Mount Damavand.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Tehran, Mount Damavand
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Niavaran Palace, Tajrish Bazaar and Saleh Tomb

  • Start your tour by visiting Niavaran Palace from the Qajar and Pahlavi eras and enjoying the fantastic weather here.

  • Continue towards Tajrish Square and walk through the bazaar to see the colourful booths of spices, nuts, and clothes. You can also buy souvenirs and exclusive Persian products while seeing the many exciting vendors.

  • Then, head to the tomb of Saleh to visit its beautiful site and mirror works with your Tehran tour guide.

  • Have a traditional Iranian lunch in Tajrish Square.

2
Day 02

Saadabad Palace Complex and Abo Atash

  • Today, head to one of Tehran's most significant historical sites, the Saadabad Palace Complex.

  • Visit the historical houses, classic cars, museums, and old tall trees.

  • Then, head to the Museum of Music located near the palace.

  • Have a traditional Iranian lunch in a nearby restaurant.

  • After that, head to the middle parts of Tehran to visit the Abo Atash Complex, famous for its Nature Bridge.

3
Day 03

Carpet, Jewellery, National and Abgineh Museums

  • Today, see the excellent Persian carpets in the Carpet Museum.

  • Then, visit the National Jewellery Museum to see the fine imperial jewellery sets of Persian kingdoms.

  • Visit the National Museum of Iran, which is filled with items showcasing Iran's rich history.

  • Later, visit Abgineh Museum, famous for its glassworks. Here, you can see glass products and learn how they are made.

4
Day 04

Mount Damavand Views with Milad and Azadi Towers

  • Take a short trip to Damavand Summit from Haraz Road.

  • Spend 2 hours on this beautiful mountain road.

  • Later, stop in Damavand town to enjoy the view of this volcanic summit and the spa.

  • Taste local cuisine in the town.

  • After that, head to visit Tehran's two famous towers, Milad and Azadi.

5
Day 05

Golestan Palace, Grand Bazaar and Ancient Iran Museum

  • Today, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Golestan Palace, located in the middle of Tehran, which dates back to the Qajar era.

  • Take a tour around Tehran's Grand Bazaar and the Ancient Iran Museum.

  • Also, visit the classic parts of Tehran and plazas that still retain their traditional touch.

Golestan Palace, Tajrish Square, Mount Damavand, Milad Tower

Where this trip takes you

Golestan Palace, Tajrish Square, Mount Damavand, Milad Tower

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tehran Province 2 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfer

  • Personal vehicle or public transport

  • Foreign-language-speaking Tehran tour guide

  • Half board with snacks

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees to sites according to your itinerary

  • Spa entrance

  • 3-star hotel accommodation

  • International transportation

  • Iranian SIM card

  • Domestic trip insurance

  • Probable therapeutic costs

  • Iranian visa

Know before you go

  • If you need anything else, feel free to inform your Tehran tour guide, who will look into it and provide you with all the necessities.

  • Your tour guide works in a travel agency, so your trip will be fully supported.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran
Tour start
Tehran Province, Qom، استان تهران Tehran، Road, Iran
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Tehran Province.

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