Iran · Culture

13-Day Cultural Tour of Iran with Persepolis and the Lut Desert

13 Days Round trip from Tehran Easy pace
Persepolis
Golestan Palace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Pay respect to ancient Achaemenid sites like Persepolis
  • 02 Visit mesmerizing Iranian gardens
  • 03 Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • 04 Experience Iranian lifestyle, food, and culture

This 13-day tour covers the top cultural and historical attractions of Iran across its most touristic cities, including Tehran, Yazd, Kerman, Shiraz, Isfahan, and Kashan, along with an adventure in the mesmerizing Lut Desert in the center of Iran. It is ideal for travellers who want to see highlights such as Persian gardens, ancient Achaemenid sites like Persepolis, and UNESCO-listed landmarks in a short period. Along the way, you will also experience Iranian lifestyle, food, and culture.

Drive to visit Persepolis, the ruins of the Achaemenian palaces, the rock tombs of Naqsh-e-Rajab and Naqsh-e-Rostam, and Pasargadae, including the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, a UNESCO Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 13 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Isfahan, Kashan, Shiraz, Kerman, Qom, Tehran, Yazd, Persepolis, Pasargadae, Meybod, Nain, Abyaneh, Mahan, Shahdad
Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tehran

  • Arrive at Tehran Airport, where you will be welcomed and assisted by our representative before being transferred to your hotel to rest.
2
Day 02

Museums and Palaces of Tehran

  • Visit the Archaeological Museum and the Islamic Art Museum.
  • Admire Golestan Palace.
  • Stroll through the Grand Bazaar of Tehran and visit the Jewellery Museum.
3
Day 03

Qom, Kashan, and Abyaneh

  • Drive to Qom and continue to the holy shrine of Fatima Masoumeh.
  • Drive to Kashan and visit the historic houses of Borujerdi and Tabatabai, Sultan Ahmed Khan Hammam, and Fin Garden.
  • Continue to Abyaneh.
4
Day 04

Abyaneh to Yazd via Naien

  • Visit the UNESCO village of Abyaneh.
  • Visit the Jame Mosque of Naien.
  • Continue to Yazd.
5
Day 05

Discover Yazd

  • Visit the old city streets, Alexander Prison, Jame Mosque, Water Museum, Amir Chakhmaq Complex, Bazaar-e-Khan Old Bazaar, Sayad-e-Roknadin, the Tower of Silence, and the Fire Temple.
6
Day 06

Excursion to Kharanagh, Chak Chak, and Meybod

  • Go on an excursion from Yazd to visit Kharanagh village, the Caravanserai, the Shaking Minaret, Holy Chak Chak, Meybod, Narin Castle, the oldest mud-brick castle in Iran, Caravansarai Shah Abbasi, the Zeloo Museum, the Icehouse, and the Pigeon House.
  • Continue visiting Yazd.
  • Go to the Tower of Silence and Dowlat Abad Garden.
7
Day 07

Yazd to Kerman and Shahdad Kalouts

  • Drive to Kerman, visiting Zeinodin Caravanserai on the way.
  • Visit Kerman, including the Ganj Ali Khan Complex (Bath and Bazaar) and the Jame Mosque.
  • Continue to Shahdad Kalouts.
8
Day 08

Mahan and Rayen Excursion

  • Drive to unique Mahan and Rayen to visit the Mausoleum of Shah Nematollah-e-Valli and Shahzadeh Garden, a UNESCO Site.
9
Day 09

Drive from Kerman to Shiraz

  • Drive to Shiraz.
10
Day 10

Shiraz City Highlights

  • Visit Nasir-ol Molk Mosque, Karim Khan Zand Palace, the Vakil Complex (Vakil Mosque, Vakil Hammam, and Vakil Bazaar), Pars Museum, the Tomb of Hafez, and Quran Gate.
  • Marvel at the mirror decoration of Ali Ebne Hamze Holy Shrine.
11
Day 11

Persepolis, Pasargadae, and Onward to Isfahan

  • Drive to visit Persepolis, the ruins of the Achaemenian palaces, the rock tombs of Naqsh-e-Rajab and Naqsh-e-Rostam, and Pasargadae, including the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, a UNESCO Site.
  • Continue to Isfahan.
12
Day 12

Imperial Isfahan

  • Visit Isfahan to see Imam Square (formerly Naghshe Jahan Square), Imam Mosque, Ali Qapou Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chel Sotoon Palace, and the bridges over the Zayandeh Rud River, including Siose and Khaju Bridge.
13
Day 13

Final Isfahan Visit and Departure to IKA

  • Continue visiting Isfahan to see Jame Mosque, Vank Cathedral Church, and the bazaar.
  • Drive to IKA for your departure flight.
Persepolis ruins, Naqsh-e-Rostam rock tombs, Shahdad Kalouts, Khaju Bridge

Where this trip takes you

Persepolis ruins, Naqsh-e-Rostam rock tombs, Shahdad Kalouts, Khaju Bridge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tehran 14 cities · 13 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Visa reference number
  • Accommodation in 3-star and 4-star hotels on a bed-and-breakfast basis in a double room
  • English-speaking driver
  • All transfers and transport, including toll taxes and road permits throughout your journey in Iran
  • Tea, coffee, or fresh fruits once every day
  • An air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Visa fees
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Entrance fees for sites and museums
  • Personal expenditures or tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran
Tour start
Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 13 days finish where they began, in Tehran.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €1,295.00 — €1,375.00
Double Sharing €1,295.00 — €1,375.00

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