Overview
What’s included?
- Meals
All breakfasts
- Transport
Public buses between all cities, 1 domestic flight: Shiraz-Qeshm, 1 domestic flight Qeshm-Tehran, 1 Private driver-guide from Yazd to Shiraz, 1 Private driver-guide for Hormuz
- Accommodation
9 days in popular 2* or 3* hotels and traditional houses
- Additional Services
Visa authorization letter, travel insurance for the duration of your trip, a guided tour of Persepolis,
- Not Included
Internatioal flights, other meals, personal expenses (like shopping), visits and activities not included in the plan
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Tehran
Nightlife and Local Picnics
Let’s head north! Today we’ll once again admire the Pahlavi family’s lavish life; this time in their summer house and garden. We’ll visit Sa'dabad Complex and Niavaran Palace, where the royal family’s everyday items are kept. We’ll have a stroll in their big gardens and visit a couple of the art museums of the complex. This evening, we’ll go to Ab-o-Atash Park to see its musical fountains. We’ll cross the beautiful Tabiat Bridge to take selfies with the fantastic view of the shiney Tehran. Finally, we’re going to picnic with the locals in Taleghani Forest Park.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Saina HotelDay 2: Tehran
The Must-See's
Welcome to Tehran! From the Shah to the Jazz, today we’re leaving no stone unturned. Let’s begin this trip at Golestan Palace and shake hands with Iran’s most iconic kings; from the Qajar ones to the Pahlavi Shah. Our next two stops are the National Museum of Iran and the Treasury of National Jewels. Following that, we’ll take selfies with THE Azadi Tower herself. Then we’ll have a tea break in the smallest cafe in the world at Tehran Grand Bazaar. For dinner, we’ll go where the cool kids hang out, at a Rock Cafe or a Jazz Café.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Saina Hotel
Transportation: Domestic bus (to Isfahan)Day 3: Isfahan
Meet Iran Minorities
Once we reach Isfahan, we’ll go to Naqshe Jahan Square and up a terrace with the same view of the square as the one in brochure pictures. Then, one by one we’ll visit the iconic landmarks including Shah Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. And while we explore the Grand Bazaar, you get to visit a handicraft workshop in person. Tonight, we’ll have a leisurely stroll and a delicious dinner at a cheerful restaurant near Si-o-se-pol or Khaju Bridge.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Safavi HotelDay 4: Isfahan
The Sounds of Persia
Today we’ll go to the golden girl, the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan. Want to have a chat with a real Mullah (an Islamic cleric or mosque leader)? No problem, we’ll arrange that for you! Then, we’ll head to Jolfa Street, the Armenian quarter of Isfahan, where you’ll find cozy cafes, historical city structures, old towns, and of course, the magnificent Vank Cathedral; the highlight of all Isfahan walking tours. After a delicious cup of Armenian coffee, we take you to Isfahan Music Museum, to see Persian musical instruments, learn how to play one, and enjoy a live performance!
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Safavi Hotel
Transportation: Domestic bus (to Yazd)
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