Adventures of Persia

Highlights

Itinerary

1. Introduction

   · Comfortable private transportation 

   · A professionally designed itinerary

   · Versatile and knowledgeable local guide

   · Discover the labyrinth alleys and adobe architecture of Yazd’s Old 

   . Feel the marvelous Saint Stepanos Monastery in Jolfa

    

2. Day 1: Shiraz

   Today you will start your own way to your selected gateway Airport for your international flight to Shiraz, Iran. Upon arrival at Shiraz meet and greet by an Shahrzadbaal travel agency local guide and be transferred to your hotel in Shiraz. You will have time to recharge before beginning on a tour of this city symbol of Persian literature, culture, flowers, love, and history on the following day.

3. Day 2

   You will have a lovely day of sightseeing to walk in both the past and the present of Shiraz. In this adorable city with sites to visit, you will first be devoted to discovering the colorfully decorated Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque (the Pink Mosque), where sunlight reflects through its colored glasses and windows. See the Tomb of the Persian Poet Hafez one of the most popular poets in Iran with its flower-filled gardens. Next, you will have time to explore the Vakil Grand Complex and Karim Khan Citadel. Next up is an interesting visit to the Narenjestan Garden, an architectural splendor with its orange and palm trees. For the rest of the afternoon, you will visit Hamzeh Shrine, with glaring mirror work illustrating its central dome. After admiring the landmarks of Shiraz, if time permits you will visit Pink Lake Maharlo then you transferred to your hotel.

4. Day 3

   You will depart the enchanting city of Shiraz behind and drive to Yazd. we will go ahead to incredible Persian highlights. Your guide will lead you through 2,500 years of Persian history, Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site). You can stroll through the palaces in Persepolis and immerse yourself in millennia of history and the tunnel of time. Then, you visit Pasargadae (UNESCO World Heritage Site) which was once the first capital city of the Achaemenid Empire, Cyrus, the Great King of the Achaemenes, built this palatial complex in the sixth century BC. After you will continue driving to Yazd. In the late afternoon, continue to Yazd and check in to your hotel.

5. Day 4

   This wonderful day is devoted to the exploration of one of the most alluring cities in Persia. The awesome desert city of Yazd is renowned for its unique desert architecture, regarded by UNESCO as one of the most ancient towns on Earth. The Zoroastrian religion also survives here where you visit the temple of Eternal Fire. Afterward, you set for the old Towers of Silence around the city. Next up is the Amir Chakhmaq Complex a portal for Shia religious gatherings and ceremonies. Then in the old historical Fahadan District, you have the chance for a stroll through the mud alley of the Fahadan old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site). At the end of your today's adventure, you will be transferred to the hotel to enjoy an evening at your leisure.

6. Day 5

   You start the day early and head out from Yazd to Isfahan. You are stopping off at the fascinating ancient city of Meybod along the way. Meybod offers some fascinating sites, including its 400-year-old Caravanserai, the Old Town, and Pigeon Tower. Then continue your trip to Isfahan. Here to find out in this beautiful breathtaking capital of the Safavid era in Persia. In the afternoon, upon arrival in Isfahan, you have time to wander around the ZayandehRud River Bridges Si-o-Se Pol and Khaju Bridges which are the best meeting locations for the locals.

7. Day 6

   On this day, we explore the most exquisite city in Iran, Isfahan. Following breakfast, you go for magnetic sites near the most beautiful tourist city. Immerse in Isfahan and discover the UNESCO heritage-listed Naghsh-e Jahan Square, the world's second-largest one with four amazing landmarks on four sides, Shah Mosque, the stunning Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Ali Qapu Palace. In the evening, enjoy visiting the Chehel Sotun Palace Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site). After a break for tea and some sweets in one of the most beautiful tea houses, you take a relaxing walk through the Isfahan Grand Bazaar and explore Persian handicrafts, artworks, and lovely souvenirs of the city where you can visit the workshop of artists who work on miniature, enameling, marquetry and all handicrafts.

8. Day 7

   Following breakfast, you begin your travel on an exciting day to Kashan. A beautiful town to visit is the Fin Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which is one of the most beautiful Persian Gardens dating back to the 17th century. Then will go to visit the House of Tabatabaei and Boroujerdiha house and Sultan Ahmad traditional bath. After lunch, we continued our journey to Tehran, the capital city of Iran.

9. Day 8

   Welcome to Tehran. A city soaked in history and modernity in the Middle East. This morning starts with a visit to the great Golestan Palace Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where you will visit a masterwork of the Qajar kings. Following, you will have some time to walk around the Tehran Grand Bazaar. Then we will visit the Azadi Tower, the symbol of Tehran. After this beautiful day in Tehran, you will return to your hotel with nice memories. If time permits, we can wander around the Darband mountain to relax and refresh our day in busy Tehran.

10. Day 9

    Another day in the Iranian capital city, Tehran. This morning starts with a visit to the amazing Saad Abad palace and its area, Tajrish. After lunch we go to the biggest mall in Iran, Iranmall, to see different Iranian architecture in one place. Then we pass along the Milad tower the sixth tallest telecommunication tower in the world. In the same way, you will stop enjoying visiting the Nature Bridge, which is the largest and the most beautiful pedestrian overpass built in the capital city. After this beautiful day in Tehran, you will return to your hotel.

11. Day 10

    In the morning after having breakfast, you will meet your tour guide in the hotel to start your next trip to Rasht. You will immerse in Rasht's sophisticated charms and discover Saravan Forest, staying in the heart of the jungle and enjoying riding a boat in its lagoon. Then, your driver will take you to Fuman City to visit Qaleh Roudkhan Castle, a brick and stone medieval castle on the two tips of a mount. As you go up to the way of the castle, you entirely enjoy the water sound of the river and waterfall. You have accommodation in Rasht city for getting a refresh for your next day.

12. Day 11

    Today you start on an amazing journey through the picturesque landscape of the Alborz Mountain range in northern Iran. This day is dedicated to the exploration of the most amazing northern cities of Iran, Rasht, the city of food and rain. Following breakfast, your guide leads you on your adventure. Then you start your fascinating sightseeing tour around the most brilliant attractions of Rasht historical site, Shahrdari Square, and walk around the areas of this beautiful city. You can even wander around the Rasht local bazaar and smell the freshness and beauty of local food. In the afternoon, you will visit the wonderful Eynak Lagoon to watch the beauty of nature and make the best memories there. Next, the destination is the Masouleh Village, where the rooftops of one house are the pedestrian way of the houses above.

13. Day 12

    Another day is determined to Bandar Anzali city. Following breakfast, your guide leads you on a drive to Anzali Lagoon. Walking along the lagoon and enjoy the colorful houses. Then you will have time to rest on the beach of the Caspian Sea. After lunch, we depart Anzali. A pleasant, roughly 4-hour drive along the Caspian Sea on one side and picturesque mountain peaks on the other and through the mountainous and scenic Heiran Pass will bring you first the outstanding world heritage site of UNESCO in Ardebil. Here you see the Sheikh Safi Al-Din Shrine Ensemble, the founder of the Safavid order of Sufism. Later you proceed to Sarein. This town is known in Iran for its many natural hot minerals. This evening, after checking into your accommodation, the rest of the day is free to enjoy relaxing and unwinding in one of Sarein's spa resorts.

14. Day 13

    This morning, you depart on a drive among mountainous areas decorated with peaks on our way to Tabriz. En route, you will also have the chance to take a tour of Kandovan Village, where you will have a chance to experience a taste of rural life in Iran and immerse yourself in local history. If you are looking for a place similar to Kappadokia you have the opportunity to visit the extraordinary ancient Kandovan with its intriguing architecture is not only renowned for its scenic beauty but also its uniqueness. Afterward, you will have a path leading to Tabriz, where you'll go straight to your hotel.

15. Day 14

    A day in Tabriz, you will start to visit one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East that covers 24 separate Caravanserais and 22 Timches, the UNESCO-listed Grand Bazaar. After that, you visit the Kabud Mosque, often known as the Blue Mosque, which highlights the amazing artistic of Iran's ancient dynasties. You will continue the day by visiting Shah Golu Park with an artificial lake in the middle. Time permitting, ready for a drive to the town of Jolfa, where you will visit Saint Stepanos Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the ancient, glorious church sitting on the margins of the hillside of the mountains. Then, you will be transferred to Tabriz Airport to catch your flight.

16. Day 15: Tehran

    Today marks the end of your tour to Persia. You will be transferred to the International Airport to catch your home flight.

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