Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Tehran

   • Meet our representative at the airport; you will transfer to the hotel.
   • Take a rest and get ready for an excursion during the day. Start the Tehran city tour by visiting Golestan Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Grand Bazar, Gate of National Garden and National Museum.
   • Next, pay a visit to the Carpet Museum, and finish your excursion by visiting Azadi Tower (exterior view). 

   Overnight stay at a hotel in Tehran.

2. Day 2: Explore Susa and Shishtar

   • Start the day by exploring Iran’s oldest civilization. Go on an excursion to two ancient cities.
   • Head to Susa. In Susa, visit the Apadana Complex, including the museum. Apadana Palace was used as the Achaemenid emperor’s winter palace, and see the French castle, watching Susa view from its rooftop. 
   • Later go to visit the holy shrine of Daniel. 
   • Continue your excursion by visiting Elammite Ziggurat (Chogha Zanbil); this temple was built in the Elam civilization era and is known as the first registered UNESCO World Heritage Site in Iran. 
   • Shishtar is your next destination. Visit Shishtar hydraulic system, which belongs to the Sassanid dynasty. This structure is a masterpiece of ancient Iran’s engineering; overnight stay at Ahvaz.

3. Day 3: Bishapoor Sightseeing

   • Head to Shiraz, and en route, visit Bishapoor Ancient City (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which was built by order of Shapoor (Sassanid king) after victory in the battle against Valerian.
   • Next, visit the Chogan Gorge and watch marvellous bas-reliefs, which narrate the story of this battle and the Sassanid emperor's greatness. 

   Overnight stay at a hotel in Shiraz.

4. Day 4: Go to Shiraz

   • Start exploring Shiraz. In the morning, visit Nasirolmolk Mosque (which is known as Pink Mosque), Narenjestan-e-Ghavam Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Vakil Complex (Vakil Mosque and Vakil Bazaar) and Arg-e Karim Khan Citadel (exterior view), which reflects the majesty of Zandiyeh art and architecture. 
   • In the afternoon, pay a visit to Eram Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site). 
   • Finish your excursion by visiting the Tomb of Hafez. 

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

5. Day 5: Persepolis and Necropolis Visit

   • Visit Persepolis and Necropolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site). 
   • Come back to Shiraz and pay a visit to Saadi Tomb.

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

6. Day 6: Head to Pasargad

   • Head to Yazd. En route, visit Pasargad (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the Tomb of Cyrus The Great. 
   • Later, visit 4500 years old Cypress tree- Abarkooh. 

   Overnight stay at a hotel in Yazd.

7. Day 7: Marvel at the Beauty of Yazd

   • Explore the city by visiting the Tower of Silence & Zoroastrian Fire Temple. 
   • Then, head to the Amir Chakhmaq Complex in the historical zone of Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage). 
   • Next, go to the Dowlat Abad Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site). 
   • Go to visit the Old City of Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and walk through the Ashti Konoon Alleys and narrow lanes of the old city. 
   • Then, go to Yazd Art House and view the historical zone of Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site) from its rooftop. 

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

8. Day 8: Visit the Area around Yazd

   • Today you will go on an excursion around Yazd.
   • Head to Mehriz and pay a visit to Pahlavan Poor Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Sar Yazd village and Zeinoddin Caravanserai (the only round monument on Silk Road). 

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.  

9. Day 9: Proceed to Isfahan

   • Head to Isfahan, and en route, visit the Meybod historical city (Narin Castle and Shah Abbasi Caravanserai). 
   • In the evening, walk along Khajoo and Siosepol historical bridges. 

   Overnight stay at a hotel in Isfahan.

10. Day 10: Capture the Beauty of Isfahan

    • Start the Isfahan city tour by visiting Naqshe Jahan Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site), including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Royal Mosque, and Ali Qapoo Palace, and enjoy watching Islamic architectural masterpieces built in the Safavid era. 
    • In the evening, visit Grand Bazar, which is known as one of oldest bazaars in the middle-east decorated with amazing tile work.

    Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

11. Day 11: Spend another day in Isfahan

    • Let’s explore the city deeper by paying a visit to the Armenian zone (Jolfa), walking through the neighbourhood, spending time in cafés and enjoying listening to western music. 
    • Next, pay a visit to Vank Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site). 
    • Continue the excursion by visiting the Music Museum, learning about Persian musical instruments and.
    • In the end, listen to live Persian music. 
    • Then, head to Atiqe Jameh Mosque and Chehel Sotoon Palace (Safavid ceremonial palace). 

    Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

12. Day 12: Explore Abyaneh Village and Kashan - Departure

    • Head to IKA. Before departure, you will visit Abyaneh Village, which is known as the red village, walking in the old lane and learning about traditional lifestyle and costumes. 
    • Later, drive to Kashan and pay a visit to Tabataei Mansion and Fin Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
    • Departure from Iran.