IRAN BUDGET ADVENTURE TOUR

A 9-day friendly journey

A 9-day budget-friendly journey through Iran’s most iconic cities. Travel by train, bus, and local transport while discovering Tehran, Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan, their UNESCO sites, rich culture, and authentic Persian experiences.

WHAT’S INCLUDED/ EXCLUDED

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔️ Visa Authorization Code
✔️ Arrival and departure airport transfers
✔️ 8 nights’ accommodation in hostels, traditional guesthouses, and 2-star or 3-star hotels
✔️ Transportation throughout the tour by bus, domestic flight, train, taxi, and metro
✔️ Services of an English-speaking Iranian tour guide throughout the journey
✔️ Meals: Daily breakfast and 2 dinners, including a Persian Night experience
✔️ Two bottles of mineral water per person per day

WHAT’S EXCLUDED

❌ International flights, taxes, and airline surcharges
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Visa authorization code processing fee
❌ Visa application and issuance fees
❌ Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
❌ Tips and personal expenses

Day 1: Tehran Arrival

Salam! Welcome to Iran!
Upon arrival at Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to your accommodation. After check-in and some time to rest, start your first introduction to Tehran, the vibrant capital of Iran.
Depending on your arrival time, visit Azadi Tower, one of Iran’s most famous symbols, and enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your guide and taste delicious Persian cuisine.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Tehran

✔️ Meals:
Dinner

✔️ Included Activities:
• Azadi Tower
• Panoramic city view (depending on arrival time)

✔️ Special Information:
If your arrival time is late, please inform your travel agent in advance.

Day 2: Tehran City Tour – Overnight Train to Shiraz

After breakfast, begin exploring Tehran using local transportation and experience the city like a local.
Visit the National Museum of Iran, the country’s most important museum, and discover the rich history of Persian civilization. Continue to Tehran Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and busiest markets in the city.
After completing your Tehran city tour, transfer to the railway station and take an overnight train to Shiraz, the cultural capital of Iran.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight train to Shiraz

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

✔️ Included Activities:
• National Museum of Iran
• National Garden Gate
• Tehran Grand Bazaar

✔️ Special Information:
The train journey from Tehran to Shiraz takes approximately 15 hours.

Day 3: Shiraz City Tour

This morning, arrive in Shiraz and transfer to your accommodation. Begin exploring the city known for poetry, gardens, and Persian culture.
Visit Eram Garden, a beautiful Persian garden listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the historic Vakil Complex, where you can explore the traditional bazaar, bathhouse, and the impressive Zand-era architecture.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Shiraz

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Included Activities:
• Eram Garden (UNESCO Heritage Site)
• Vakil Complex
• Shiraz Bazaar

Day 4: Shiraz – Persepolis – Shiraz

Early this morning, visit the famous Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque, and admire its colorful stained-glass windows.
Then travel towards Persepolis, the magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. Walk among the impressive ruins and discover the art and architecture of ancient Persia dating back more than 2,500 years.
In the evening, enjoy a special dinner with an Iranian family and experience the warm hospitality and flavors of Shirazi cuisine.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Shiraz

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

✔️ Included Activities:
• Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Pink Mosque)
• Persepolis (UNESCO Heritage Site)
• Persian dinner with an Iranian family

✔️ Special Information:
The distance from Shiraz to Persepolis is approximately 60 km.
The approximate driving time today is about 2 hours.

Day 5: Shiraz – Yazd

After breakfast, leave Shiraz behind and continue your journey to Yazd, one of Iran’s oldest desert cities and a remarkable destination on the ancient Silk Road.
Travel by local bus and enjoy the landscapes of central Iran. Upon arrival in Yazd, check in to your accommodation and begin a walking tour through the historic city.
Explore Amir Chakhmaq Square and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Yazd’s traditional adobe architecture.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Yazd

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Included Activities:
• Amir Chakhmaq Square
• Walking tour of historic Yazd

✔️ Special Information:
The distance from Shiraz to Yazd is approximately 450 km.
The approximate driving time today is about 6 hours.

Day 6: Yazd City Tour

Today, discover the unique culture and heritage of Yazd, the city of wind catchers and Zoroastrian traditions.
Visit the ancient Tower of Silence and learn about Zoroastrian customs and beliefs. Continue to the Fire Temple, home to a sacred flame that has been preserved for centuries.
Explore Dolat Abad Garden, famous for its beautiful Persian architecture and the tallest wind catcher in Iran. Then walk through the narrow alleys of the historic city, visit Jameh Mosque, and enjoy the sunset views from traditional rooftops.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Yazd

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Included Activities:
• Tower of Silence
• Fire Temple
• Dolat Abad Garden (UNESCO Heritage Site)
• Jameh Mosque
• Historic City of Yazd (UNESCO Heritage Site)

Day 7: Yazd – Isfahan

Leave Yazd this morning and travel by bus to Isfahan, one of Iran’s most beautiful historical cities.
Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and start exploring the city. Visit the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square and enjoy the atmosphere of one of the world’s largest historical squares.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Isfahan

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Included Activities:
• Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO Heritage Site)

✔️ Special Information:
The distance from Yazd to Isfahan is approximately 320 km.
The approximate driving time today is about 5 hours.

Day 8: Isfahan City Tour

Today, discover Isfahan, known as “Half of the World,” with your guide.
Explore the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square and visit its impressive monuments, including Shah Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Ali Qapu Palace, and Chehel Sotoun Palace.
Continue to the traditional bazaar, famous for Persian handicrafts, carpets, and local arts. Visit the Armenian Quarter of Jolfa and admire the beautiful Vank Cathedral.
In the evening, walk along the historic Si-o-Se Pol and Khaju Bridges, where locals gather to enjoy music and the atmosphere of the city.

✔️ Accommodation:
Overnight in Isfahan

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Included Activities:
• Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO Heritage Site)
• Shah Mosque
• Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
• Ali Qapu Palace
• Chehel Sotoun Palace (UNESCO Heritage Site)
• Vank Cathedral
• Si-o-Se Pol Bridge
• Khaju Bridge

Day 9: Departure Flight

Today marks the end of your journey through Iran.
After breakfast, you can depart from Isfahan International Airport. If your international flight is from Tehran, a transfer will be arranged to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

✔️ Meals:
Breakfast

✔️ Special Information:
The distance from Isfahan to IKA International Airport is approximately 430 km.
The approximate driving time today is about 5 hours.

YOUR IRAN ADVENTURE STARTS HERE!

Join Melody Travel on a 9-day budget-friendly journey through Iran and discover the country’s ancient history, vibrant cities, authentic experiences, and warm hospitality.
Travel like a local, explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taste Persian cuisine, and create unforgettable memories across Tehran, Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan.
✔️Book your journey today and experience the real Iran with Melody Travel.