8-Day Iran Golden Tour from Shiraz
Highlights
Shiraz, Isfahan, Yazd
cultural, historical, Story Telling
Group Tour
8 Days
Easy
Dutch, English, French, Persian, Spanish
Languages
Dutch, English, French, Persian, Spanish
Description
Explore the rich beauty of the three Golden Cities of Persia- Shiraz, Isfahan and Yazd on this tour, including a visit to the World Heritage Site of Persepolis. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Vakil Mosque (Shiraz), Jameh Mosque (Yazd), Aali Qapu Palace and the Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque (Isfahan). Diversify the experience by strolling through the Eram Garden, checking out the Yazd Water Museum and spending a caravan day at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Shiraz
- Meet the tour guide and start the city tour of Shiraz.
- Explore Shiraz by visiting gardens and tombs of poets, such as Eram Garden and Hafez Tomb. (This tour will also include some of the World Heritage Sites.)
- In the afternoon, visit Zand Complex, including the fortress, Vakil Mosque, and bazaar.
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Day 2: Excursion to Persepolis
- Go on an excursion to Persepolis, which was the formal capital of the Persian Empire that dates back to 518 BC, ruled by Darius I.
- Make a second stop at Naqsh-e-Rostam, or Necropolis, where Persian kings are buried.
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Day 3: Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
- Drive to Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, which dates back to the 17th century. It is located in the heart of the desert, and it will be a unique experience to stay in this place, like caravans in the olden days.
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Day 4: Yazd
- Spend a free morning in Caravanserai.
- Start for a short drive toward Yazd, the oldest adobe city in the world.
- Visit the Towers of Silence, Fire Temple, Jameh Mosque and Water Museum.
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Day 5: Arrive in Isfahan
- Drive towards Isfahan, which is one of the most beautiful cities in Persia. Enroute, visit Nain and its mosque, the 3rd oldest mosque in Iran.
- Visit some old historical bridges, such as the Khaju Bridge on the Zayande river in Isfahan.
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Day 6: Isfahan Tour
- Go on an Isfahan city tour in the morning by visiting the Royal SQR of Naqsh-e-Jahan, including Aali Qapu Palace, Royal Mosque, and Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque.
- Enjoy some free time in the afternoon.
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Day 7: Sightseeing in Isfahan
- Visit the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan - the World Heritage Site, Armenian Quarter, and one of the beautiful churches.
- Also, Chehel Sotoon Palace is a nice place to visit.
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Day 8: Departure
- Check out from the stay and get ready for your final departure from Iran, depending on your flight destination.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Persons | |
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1 to 2 | /person |
3 to 4 | /person |
5 to 8 | /person |
9 to 12 | /person |
This is a group tour |