WINTER CLASSIC TOUR

12 Days

WHAT’S INCLUDED/ EXCLUDED

WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Arrival and departure airport transfers
• 11 nights of accommodation
• Land travel in Iran by an air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of an Iranian English speaking tour guide throughout the tour
• Meals: all breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinner ( Persian night)
•Two bottles of mineral water per day (per person)

WHAT’S EXCLUDED
• International airfares, taxes, and surcharges
• Travel insurance
• Visa authorization number fee
• Visa costs
• Entrance fee
• Tips

Day 1: Tehran

Salam!
Welcome to Tehran. When you arrive at the Tehran IKA airport, meet your leader and transfer to hotel. check in and get rest for first day. If you arrive early have a panorama city tour, visit Freedom tower which is the most famous symbol of Iran. Then head out to dinner with your guide and get to know over some Iranian cuisine.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Dinner

Optional activities:
Panorama city tour
Freedom Tower

Special information:
If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent know.

Day 2: Tochal

Today after breakfast head to the Tochal Ski Resort which is the closest ski resort to the capital in the world. Located north of Tehran, this resort is one of the highest ski resorts in Iran at an altitude of about 3700 meters. This resort is also one of the best equipped resorts in the country in the Alborz Mountains. Tochal Ski School is ready to provide all types of beginner and professional training.
All ski equipment is provided for tourists in this complex.
This ski slope has excellent amenities and recreational facilities for tourists.

Accommodation:
In Tochal Hotel

Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

Day 3: Tehran

Today is your free time in Tochal.
Leave the Tochal Ski Resort in the afternoon, return back to Tehran, rest and prepare for tomorrow land trip.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Day 4: Kashan

Today after breakfast before leaving Tehran to Kashan, spend your morning exploring central part of Tehran and visit some historical sites. visit iran national museum, National garden gate and Tehran grand Bazaar and much more,then head to Kashan.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Iran national museum
National garden gate
Bazaar

Special information:
The distance from Tehran to Kashan is about 250 Km.
The approximate driving time today is about 4 hours.

Day 5: Kashan

Today explore the historic city of Kashan, known as the city of flowers and rose water, with your tour guide.
Marvel at the architecture of the historic houses in this desert city.
Visit Fin Garden, a World Heritage Site, and stroll through the fragrant perfume and rose water shops surrounding the garden.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Fin Garden
Tabatabaie Historical house
Borojerdi Historical house
Bazaar
Agha Bozorg Mosque

Day 6: Isfahan

This morning you will leave Kashan behind and travel to Isfahan, a beautiful city in the center of Iran.
On the way, you will visit a charming and unique Iranian village, where the pink color of its houses will captivate you. You will walk through its mud alleys and stone streets, meet the locals and you can also buy organic products from their gardens.
Then you will head towards Isfahan and visit its famous bridges.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels depending on your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Abyaneh Village
33 Bridge
Khaju Bridge

Special information:
The distance from Kashan to Isfahan is about 210 km.
Approximate driving time today is about 4 hours.

Day 7: Isfahan

Start your morning by learning about Isfahan through a city tour with your leader. First, go to the Magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square. ( UNESCO Heritage Site)
Visit its many highlights like its Shah Mosque,Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque, Ali Qapoo Palace and Cehelsoton palace. Visit its Bazaar and shops, known for its Handicrafts, Print on fabric and carpets, you’ll stop and enjoy the designs of the local craftsmanship. In the afternoon, head to the Armenian Quarter in Jolfa and visit its unique cathedral.
Then head to the historic 33 bridge and Khaju bridge, here enjoy listening to local singers singing under the bridges.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Isfahan - City tour
Naghshe Jahan Sq ( UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Shah mosque
Sheik lotf Allah Mosque
Ali Qapoo palace
Chehelsoton palace ( UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Vank Cathedral

Day 8: Polad Kaf Ski Resort

This morning, after breakfast, you will depart from Isfahan to the Polad Kaf ski resort.
Poladkaf Ski Resort is located in Fars Province, 122 km northwest of Shiraz. It is known as a sports and recreational complex and the second largest and international ski resort in Iran after Dizin Ski Resort. This ski resort is located at an altitude of 2,850 meters above sea level. The peak of this complex is located at an altitude of 3,250 meters above sea level and can be reached by cable car and ski lift. Its ski trail has a slope of about 35 degrees and a length of about 3.5 kilometers.

In addition to the possibility of renting the necessary skiing equipment, another facility offered to enthusiasts at Polad kaf Resort is a ski school run by professional instructors.

Accommodation:
In Polad Kaf Hotel

Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

Special information:
The distance from Isfahan to Polad Kaf Ski Resort is about 400 km.
Approximate driving time today is about 5 hours.

Day 9: Shiraz

Today is your free time in Polad kaf ski resort.
Leave the Polad kaf Ski Resort in the afternoon and head to shiraz the cultural capital of Iran.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Special information:
The distance from Polad Kaf Ski Resort to Shiraz is about 130 km.
Approximate driving time today is about 2 hours.

Day 10: Shiraz

Today you will explore Shiraz with your guide and visit historical monuments from the 18th and 19th centuries. First of all you will visit a beautiful colorful mosque, tomb of one of the most famous Iranian poets, beautiful Eram botanical garden and a holy Shrine.
In the afternoon,You will enter a huge historical brick complex in the heart of the city and spend a few hours exploring it.
You will also visit the citadel, the bazaar and much more.
Tonight enjoy your dinner with an Iranian family.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner ( Persian Night)

Included activities:
Nasir Almolk Mosque (Pink Mosque)
Hafezieh
Earn garden
Ali Ebn e Hamzeh Holy Shrine
Gate of Quran
Vakil Complex

Day 11: Shiraz

Today you will visit two World Heritage Sites and the glory of the Achaemenid Empire. After 1 hour driving from Shiraz you will visit the most beautiful capital of the Achaemenid Empire, Persepolis . Here is one of the most highlights site in Iran.
This is where you will be shocked by the elegance and art of stone carving from more than 2,500 years ago.
After 1 hour driving from Persepolis you will visit the magnificent tomb of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid dynasty.
On the way back to Shiraz visit the tombs of the Achaemenid kings at Naghsh e Rustam.

Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities
Persepolis (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Pasargad (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Naghsh e Rustam

Day 12: Shiraz airport- Departure flight

Your trip comes to an end today and you will be transferred to Shiraz International Airport.

Meals:
Breakfast