PILGRIMAGE & CULTURE TOUR

11 Days

WHAT’S INCLUDED/ EXCLUDED

WHAT’S INCLUDED
•Arrival and departure airport transfers
•10 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, 1 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 Iran. 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, maybe step into the city and check out the freedom tower and have a panorama city tour. 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:
Freedom tower
Panorama city tour

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

Day 2: Tehran

Today spend your morning exploring the central part of Tehran and visit some historical monuments, Museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then head to the north of Tehran to visit a holy Shrin, Saad Abad palace and a local Bazzar.
Accommodation:
In 3*, 4* or 5* hotels according to your request.

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Iran National museum
Golestan palace ( UNESCO HERITAGE SITE )
Saad Abbad palace
Tajrish Bazzar
Holy Shrin

Day 3: Mashhad

Today you will fly from Tehran to Mashhad, the main hub of pilgrimage tourism in Iran, the second most populous city in Iran and the spiritual capital of Iran.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Free time

Special information:
Flight from Tehran to Mashhad is from Mehrabaad Domestic Airport.
The flight takes 1 hour and 30 minutes

Day 4: Mashhad

Today you will visit the shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth Imam of the Shiites in the world, and you will be amazed by the spiritual atmosphere, amazing architecture and beauty of this holy shrine.
After the pilgrimage, you can walk in the markets around the shrine and the city.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Holy Shrine of Imam Reza
Free time

Day 5: Mashhad

Today after breakfast, drive to Toos and visit the tomb of Ferdowsi, the burial place of the great Iranian poet. The author of the most famous book of Iran called Shahnameh.
Then, drive to Torqhabeh, One of the most famous and even popular tourist places in Mashhad.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Tomb of Ferdowsi
Torghabeh

Special information:
The approximate driving time today is about 2 hours.

Day 6: Shiraz

This morning you will fly from Mashhad to Shiraz which is known as the Cultural capital of Iran. In the afternoon visit the World Heritage Site of Eram Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in Iran, and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of the garden.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Eram garden
Free time

Special information:
Flight from Mashhad to Shiraz is from Hashemi nezhad Domestic Airport.
The flight takes 1 hour and 30 minutes

Day 7: 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 and then tomb of one of the most famous Iranian poets and the holy shrine of Ahmad Ebn-e mousa ( Shah e cheragh) the elder brother of Imam Reza.
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.
Finally, spend your evening with an Iranian family and tasting delicious shirazi cuisine.



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

Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

Included activities:
Nasir Almolk Mosque (Pink Mosque)
Hafezieh
Shah-e Cheragh shrine
Gate of Quran
Vakil Complex

Day 8: Isfahan

This morning after breakfast leave Shiraz and head to Isfahan, one of the most beautiful cities in iran.
On the way, 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 .
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.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Pasargad (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Persepolis (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)

Special Information:
The distance from Shiraz to Isfahan is about 450 KM.
The approximate driving time today is about 6 hours.

Day 9: 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
33 bridge
Khaju bridge

Day 10: Kashan

This morning you will leave Isfahan behind and travel to the historic and desert city of Kashan. 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 go to Kashan and visit the evergreen Fin Garden, its bazaar and its famous mosque.
We suggest you try camel meat in Kashan and enjoy its delicious taste.

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

Meals:
Breakfast

Included activities:
Abyaneh Village
Fin Garden (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE)
Agha bozorg mosque
Bazaar

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

Day 11: Tehran IKA Airport

Your trip comes to an end today after visiting the historical houses in Kashan and you will be transferred to IKA Airport.
If your flight is late at night and you have enough time, you can also visit the shrine of Fatemeh Masoumeh the sister of Imam Reza in Qom.

Special information:
The distance from Kashan to IKA Airport is about 230 KM.
The approximate driving time today is about 3 hours.

If you need to stay for a few hours and refresh at the airport hotels before your flight, please inform the agency.