Iran · Heritage Walks

8-Day Iran Heritage Tour from Tehran to Shiraz via Persepolis

8 Days Round trip from تهران، استان تهران، ایران Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Journey through Iran's cultural heartland from Tehran to Shiraz
02 Explore Tehran's landmarks, including Golestan Palace, the National Museum, and Milad Tower
03 Discover Isfahan's heritage at Naqsh Jahan Square, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace
04 Visit historic Kashan and see the Boroujerdi and Tabatabai houses with Fin Garden
05 Experience Yazd's distinctive heritage, from wind towers and the Fire Temple to Yazdi baklava
06 See the ancient sites of Pasargadae and 2,500-year-old Persepolis on the way to Shiraz

Explore Iran's cultural tapestry on this 8-day journey from Tehran's Golestan Palace and Milad Tower to Kashan's historic houses, Isfahan's grand mosques, and Yazd's wind towers. Discover ancient sites such as Persepolis and Pasargadae, taste local delicacies like Yazdi baklava and Shirazi Falodeh, and experience the essence of Persian heritage across vibrant cities and historic landscapes.

Explore Iran's cultural tapestry on this 8-day journey from Tehran's Golestan Palace and Milad Tower to Kashan's historic houses, Isfahan's grand mosques, and Yazd's wind towers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Isfahan, Kashan, Shiraz, Tehran, Yazd, Persepolis, Pasargadae, Nain

Languages Arabic, Azerbaijani, English, French, Persian, Russian, Spanish, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Tehran Landmarks and Museums

8:30 am - Meet the tour leader in the hotel lobby.
The tour program starts at 9 am in Tehran with a full-day visit to:
- Golestan Palace
- National Museum
- Milad Tower
- Iran Mall shopping center

Day 02

Tehran Art, Heritage, and Darband

Start the second day of your Tehran tour and visit the following places:
Museum of Contemporary Arts
Carpet Museum
Saad Abad Palace
Darband
Flavor shops

Day 03

From Tehran to Kashan and Isfahan

Transfer from Tehran towards Kashan, the Gulab International City.
In Kashan, we visit the following places:
- The House of Boroujerdi
- The House of Tabatabai
- Hammam and Fin Garden
After exploring Kashan, we will move to Isfahan.
We will visit Khaju Bridge in Isfahan.

Day 04

Isfahan Heritage and Family Dinner

Start your day in Isfahan and visit the following places:
- Naqsh Jahan Square
- Abbasi Jame Mosque
- Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
- Ali Qapu Palace
- The bazaar
- Chehel Sotoun Palace
- Chaharbagh Street
- Thirty-three Bridges
Enjoy an authentic Iranian dinner made with high-quality Iranian saffron in an Iranian house, and experience the hospitality of an authentic Isfahani family.

Day 05

Isfahan to Nayin and Yazd

Depart from Isfahan in the morning.
On the way, we reach the historical city of Nayin.
In Nayin, we will visit Narin Castle and Jame Mosque.
Then we go to Yazd.
In Yazd, we visit Amir Chakhmaq Square.
Enjoy a tasting of Yazdi baklava, a local sweet.

Day 06

Yazd Wind Towers and Sacred Sites

Start your day in Yazd by viewing the wind towers and visiting the following places:
- Daulat Abad Garden
- Silent Tower
- Urban historical context
- Yazd Jame Mosque
- Yazd Fire Temple

Day 07

Yazd to Shiraz via Pasargadae and Persepolis

Transfer from Yazd to Shiraz.
On the way, we see Pasargadae and Persepolis, which are 2,500 years old.
Then we visit the Qur'an Gate and go to Eram Garden.
Enjoy the smell of orange blossom flowers.

Day 08

Shiraz Highlights and Return to Tehran

Start your day in Shiraz and visit the following places:
- Hafez Tomb
- Mosques
- Vakil Old Bazaar, where you can taste Shirazi Falodeh
In the afternoon, we will go to Shiraz Airport and return to Tehran via Mehrabad Airport.
We will go to Azadi Tower.
Transfer to IKA Airport, where the tour ends.

Where this trip takes you

Golestan Palace, Khaju Bridge, Persepolis, Tomb of Hafez

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from تهران، استان تهران، ایران 8 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Visa services
Hotel accommodation
Urban and intercity transfers
Tour guide
Breakfast
One meal a day (dinner or breakfast)
Child services
Two bottles of mineral water per day per person
Domestic flight (Shiraz to Tehran)
Tour permit

What's Not Included

Third meal
Pet services
Snacks
Excess or unauthorized luggage

What to bring

Passport valid for at least six months
Visa by arrangement
Authorized drugs
Personal items

Know before you go

As you know, you are travelling to a country with thousands of years of culture. Iranian people are very hospitable and love tourists. However, it is better to learn and respect Iranians' national and religious customs and traditions.
Men should not wear unconventional clothes, and women should cover their hair as much as possible. Do not worry about strictness; this is just to respect the traditions and religion of Iranians.
Be sure to be prepared to take very beautiful and memorable photos.
The taste of Iranian food is very diverse, and the most important dishes are lamb, beef, and chicken kebabs, which you will enjoy eating with Iranian rice.
If you have a special diet, inform us before your trip.
Iranians use water instead of paper towels to clean themselves in the bathroom.

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