Cities
Style
Age Range
- 20-50
Service Level
- Mid Range
Overview
This is Iran at its best: the land of jaw-dropping architecture, ancient civilizations, distinctive treats, and a colorful heritage. Our two-week Persia trip begins at Tehran, a capital more populous than New York, and as we go from city to city, the roads give way to historical old towns, gigantic mosques, and the homely atmosphere of the good ol’ days. So join us on this journey full of surprises where you’ll not only see all the highlights of this fascinating land, but will have enough time to fully explore all Iran has to offer.
This tour also exists in a Backpacker version, starting from 385€ per person, and a Luxury program, starting from 1608€ per person. If you're interested in knowing more about these options, send us a quick message to support@1stquest.com!
What’s included?
- Meals
14 lunches dinners, 14 breakfasts
- Transport
1 private driver-guide to be with you for the whole trip, 2 domestic flights
- Accommodation
3 to 4 star top-rated hotels, cozy traditional houses
- Additional Services
All entrance fees, Visa authorization letter, Travel insurance, Guided tours of all the cities
- Not Included
Internatioal flights, other meals, personal expenses (like shopping), visits and activities not included in the plan
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Tehran
Tasty Nightlife
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, and lunch or dinner
Accommodation: Ferdowsi Grand Hotel
Transportation: Private Driver-guide’s car (to Kashan)Day 2: Kashan
Eden in Desert
Rise and shine early morning, because en route to Kashan we’ll take you to see the impossible: the Shrine of Emam Khomeini. Then we'll get the original Kashan Sohan (a saffron toffee) to snack on throughout the trip. Once in Kashan, we’re going to visit the Fin Garden, the shining star of all Persian gardens. We’ll also take you to see the most beautiful and charming historical houses in Iran, and while we’re there, we’ll visit the ancient Yakhchāl (coolers) of Jalali Castle. After a delicious lunch, we’ll head to the gorgeous Agha Bozorg Mosque and its grand theological school.
Meals: Breakfast, and lunch or dinner
Accommodation: Manouchehri HouseDay 3: Abyaneh
Walk through an Ancient Village
Rise and shine early morning for you are getting a touch of the village life today. En route to Kashan, we'll visit Abyaneh, a 1500-year-old village, fresh as apples, and red as blood! Apart from the red-colored houses, the villager's traditional floral customes; homemade and organic sweets and food; and the lively green scenary all make this one of the most charming villages in Iran. Continuing forward, you arrive at Kashan in the afternoon, where you’ll have just enough time to visit its old neighborhoods that house Tabatabai House. Alternatively, you could spend a relaxing evening at Fin Garden.
Meals: Breakfast, and lunch or dinner
Accommodation: Abyaneh Hotel
Transportation: Private Driver-guide’s car (to Isfahan)Day 4: Isfahan
Half of the World
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 the brochure pictures. Then, one by one we’ll visit its 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, and lunch or dinner
Accommodation: Khan Neshin Traditional House
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