TIMELESS IRAN JOURNEY

9-Day Classic Iran Tour

Discover the timeless beauty of Iran on a 9-day cultural journey from Tehran to Shiraz. Explore ancient cities, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, breathtaking architecture and experience the rich history and warm hospitality of Iran.

What’s Included / Excluded

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔️ Visa Authorization Code
✔️ Arrival and departure airport transfers
✔️ 8 nights’ accommodation in hotels according to the selected category (3-star, 4-star, or 5-star)
✔️ All transportation throughout Iran by a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
✔️ 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 number 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 (IKA), you will meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel.
After check-in, you will have time to rest and relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to start discovering Tehran with an optional panoramic city tour and a visit to the famous Azadi Tower, one of the symbols of the capital.
In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your guide and experience delicious Iranian cuisine while getting your first introduction to Iran’s culture and hospitality.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Dinner

✔️Highlights / Optional Activities:
Azadi Tower visit
Panoramic Tehran city tour

✔️Special Information:
If your arrival time changes or you expect any delay, please inform your travel agent in advance.

Day 2: Tehran City Tour

After breakfast, begin exploring the heart of Tehran, Iran’s vibrant capital and a city where history, culture, and modern life come together.
Your morning tour includes visits to some of Tehran’s most important historical and cultural landmarks, including the National Museum of Iran, the beautiful National Garden Gate, and the magnificent Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue your journey with a walk through the lively Tehran Grand Bazaar, where you can experience the atmosphere of traditional Iranian markets.
In the afternoon, head to the northern part of Tehran to visit Sa'dabad Palace, a beautiful royal complex surrounded by gardens and museums. Afterwards, explore the colorful Tajrish Local Market, a perfect place to discover local products, traditional foods, and everyday life in Tehran.
In the evening, enjoy your time in Darband, one of Tehran’s most popular recreational areas, located at the foot of the Alborz Mountains, with charming restaurants and a relaxing atmosphere.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
National Museum of Iran
National Garden Gate
Golestan Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Tehran Grand Bazaar
Sa'dabad Palace
Tajrish Local Market
Darband

Day 3: Tehran – Kashan – Isfahan

Today, leave Tehran behind and begin your journey towards Isfahan, one of Iran’s most beautiful and historic cities. On the way, stop in the charming desert city of Kashan, famous for its traditional architecture, historic houses, and beautiful gardens.
Enjoy a guided walking tour through Kashan’s old district and visit the magnificent Tabatabaei House and Borujerdi House, two outstanding examples of traditional Persian residential architecture. Continue your visit with the beautiful Fin Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can admire the harmony between Persian garden design and desert surroundings.
After exploring Kashan, continue your journey to Isfahan. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure and discover the atmosphere of this remarkable city on your own.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
Kashan city tour
Tabatabaei House
Borujerdi House
Fin Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

✔️Special Information:
Distance from Tehran to Isfahan via Kashan: approximately 450 km
Approximate driving time: around 6 hours

Day 4: Isfahan City Tour

After breakfast, begin exploring Isfahan, one of Iran’s most beautiful cities and a masterpiece of Persian art, architecture, and culture.
Your city tour starts at the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square, one of the largest historic squares in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Around the square, visit some of Iran’s most impressive architectural treasures, including the stunning Shah Mosque, the elegant Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the historic Ali Qapu Palace, and the beautiful Chehel Sotoun Palace, known for its magnificent gardens and paintings.
Continue your walk through the traditional bazaar surrounding the square, where you can discover Isfahan’s famous handicrafts, including Persian carpets, hand-printed textiles, and beautiful souvenirs. This is a perfect opportunity to experience local art and meet traditional craftsmen.
In the afternoon, visit the historic Jolfa Armenian Quarter and explore the unique Vank Cathedral, a remarkable symbol of Isfahan’s multicultural heritage.
End the day by visiting the famous Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge and Khaju Bridge, two iconic landmarks where locals gather in the evening. Depending on the season and conditions, you may enjoy the traditional atmosphere and local music beneath the historic bridges.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
Isfahan city tour
Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Shah Mosque
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
Ali Qapu Palace
Chehel Sotoun Palace
Vank Cathedral
Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge
Khaju Bridge

Day 5: Isfahan – Meybod – Yazd

After breakfast, leave Isfahan and continue your journey towards Yazd, the ancient desert city known for its unique architecture, wind catchers, and Zoroastrian heritage.
On the way, stop in the historic city of Meybod, an important ancient town located along the Silk Road. Explore its fascinating monuments, including the traditional Pigeon Tower and the historic Ice House, which demonstrate the creativity of Persian desert architecture.
Continue your visit with a walk along the historic Silk Road route and enjoy a stop at an old caravanserai, where travelers and merchants once rested during their long journeys across Persia.
After arriving in Yazd, take time to explore the atmosphere of this remarkable desert city, including the historic Amir Chakhmaq Square and its beautiful traditional wind catchers.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
Meybod city tour
Pigeon Tower
Ice House
Historic Abbassi Caravanserai
Yazd Amir Chakhmaq Square

✔️Special Information:
Distance from Isfahan to Yazd: approximately 320 km
Approximate driving time: around 5 hours

Day 6: Yazd City Tour

After breakfast, begin exploring Yazd, one of Iran’s oldest desert cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its unique architecture, Zoroastrian heritage, and traditional way of life.
Start your day by visiting the ancient Towers of Silence, where your guide will introduce you to the history, beliefs, and traditions of the Zoroastrian community. Continue to the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, home to a sacred fire that has been preserved for centuries, and learn more about one of the world’s oldest religions.
Next, visit the beautiful Dowlat Abad Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its elegant Persian garden design and its impressive wind catcher, one of the tallest in Iran. Here, discover the remarkable desert innovations of Yazd, including Qanats (underground water channels) and wind catchers that helped people adapt to life in the harsh desert environment.
In the afternoon, explore the historic center of Yazd, including the magnificent Jameh Mosque of Yazd with its impressive minarets. Walk through the narrow adobe alleys of the old city, discover traditional houses, and experience the authentic lifestyle of the desert people.
End your day with a memorable sunset view from a rooftop overlooking Yazd’s beautiful skyline, historic buildings, and wind catchers.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
Towers of Silence
Zoroastrian Fire Temple
Dowlat Abad Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Jameh Mosque of Yazd
Yazd Historic City (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Rooftop sunset experience

Day 7: Yazd – Shiraz via Pasargadae & Persepolis

After breakfast, continue your journey to Shiraz, the cultural capital of Iran and a city famous for poetry, gardens, and Persian art.
On the way, travel through the heart of ancient Persia and discover the glory of the Achaemenid Empire by visiting two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Your first stop is Pasargadae, the ancient capital of the Achaemenid Empire and the resting place of Cyrus the Great, the founder of this powerful dynasty. Continue to Persepolis, the magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid kings, where you can admire the impressive stone carvings, grand staircases, and remarkable architecture dating back more than 2,500 years.
After exploring these extraordinary historical sites, continue to Shiraz and enjoy your evening at leisure in this charming city.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Highlights:
Pasargadae (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Tomb of Cyrus the Great
Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

✔️Special Information:
Distance from Yazd to Shiraz: approximately 450 km
Approximate driving time: around 6 hours

Day 8: Shiraz City Tour

After breakfast, begin exploring Shiraz, the city of poetry, gardens, and Persian culture. Accompanied by your local guide, discover the city’s beautiful historical landmarks and experience its unique atmosphere.
Start your day with a visit to the stunning Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Pink Mosque), famous for its colorful stained-glass windows and breathtaking morning light. Continue to Hafez Tomb (Hafezieh), the resting place of one of Iran’s most beloved poets, and visit the beautiful Ali Ibn Hamzeh Holy Shrine, known for its impressive mirror work and spiritual atmosphere.
Next, explore the elegant Eram Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the beauty of traditional Persian garden design.
In the afternoon, visit the historic Vakil Complex in the heart of Shiraz, including the magnificent Vakil Bazaar, Vakil Mosque, and surrounding traditional buildings. Continue to the historic Arg of Karim Khan (Karim Khan Citadel) and discover the legacy of the Zand dynasty.
In the evening, enjoy a memorable farewell experience by joining a local Iranian family for dinner and tasting delicious Shirazi dishes while sharing stories and experiencing genuine Iranian hospitality.

✔️Accommodation:
3*, 4*, or 5* hotel according to your preference.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner

✔️Highlights:
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Pink Mosque)
Hafez Tomb (Hafezieh)
Ali Ibn Hamzeh Holy Shrine
Quran Gate
Eram Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Vakil Complex
Karim Khan Citadel
Local family dinner experience

Day 9: Shiraz- Departure Flight

Today marks the end of your unforgettable journey through Iran. After breakfast, enjoy your remaining free time in Shiraz before your transfer to Shiraz International Airport for your departure flight.

✔️Meals:
Breakfast

✔️Departure Transfer:
Transfer to Shiraz International Airport according to your flight schedule.

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