10-Day Tour of Iran's Landmarks from Shiraz to Tehran
Highlights
Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, Persepolis, Pasargadae
Locations Covered
Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, Persepolis, Pasargadae
architectural, archaeological, historical
Private Tour
10 Days
Easy
English, French, German
Description
Head Shiraz to see attractions such as Eram Gardens, Tomb of Hafez and Nasir-ol Molk Mosque, then drive to Hayghar Canyon. Stop at the UNESCO Heritage Sites of Persepolis and Pasargadae, after which you will visit the Dowlat Abad Garden and Tower of Silence, among others in Yazd. Reach Isfahan to cross the Si-o-si-pol and Khaju and make your last stop at Kashan before continuing to Tehran.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Shiraz
Meet your Iranian tour guide at the Shiraz International Airport and transfer to the hotel
Step into the beautiful Eram Garden, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Visit the Tomb of Hafez, one of Iran's most eminent poets.
Overnight stay in Shiraz.
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Day 2: Shiraz
Rise early to observe the interplay of colours inside the famous Nasir-ol Molk Mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque. It has excellent tile work, stained glass windows & Persian handmade arts.
Find the previous Shiraz's local governor's building with its lovely yard at Naranjestan-e Qavam Edifice.
Walk inside Zandiyeh district as the old downtown of Shiraz is still alive.
Stroll into traditional Vakil Bazaar and the fortress of Karim Khan, the critical building in 18 century.
Listen to traditional Persian music and stay overnight in Shiraz.
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Day 3: Haygher Canyon
Make your way to the Grand Canyon of Iran, the Hayghar Canyon.
Overnight stay in Shiraz.
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Day 4: Yazd
Embark to Yazd, UNESCO city of Iran.
Stop at Persepolis, the Capital of Iran 2500 years ago, known for its impressive monuments with fantastic bass-relives.
Drive to Pasargadae to see the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian empire.
Overnight stay in Yazd.
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Day 5: Yazd
Visit Dowlat Abad Garden, the jewel of Islamic architecture in the heart of Yazd with its tallest windcatcher.
Go to Amir Chakhmaq Square to walk around its neighbourhood and Zurkhaneh (which means 'Strength House', and it was a place where athletes traditionally worked out).
Additionally, you can visit the Henna mill.
Overnight stay in Yazd.
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Day 6: Yazd
Step into Zoroastrian Fire temple. In the Yazd Zoroastrian community of Iran, fire is the most important element in this region.
Visit the Jame mosque; its tile works are unmatched.
Walk down the Fahadan district and savour high tea at cosy rooftop cafes.
Watch the sunset from the Tower of Silence.
Overnight stay in Yazd.
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Day 7: Isfahan
Head towards Isfahan city, also called 'Half of the World' by Iranians.
Saunter on the Khaju bridge & Si-o-se-pol Bridge and enjoy the musical performances by the locals.
Overnight stay in Isfahan.
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Day 8: Isfahan
In the second-largest square in the world, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, visit the following:
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
Imam Mosque
Ali Qapu Palace
Isfahan Bazaar
Overnight stay in Isfahan.
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Day 9: Kashan
Depart to Kashan, a city of beautiful houses and be amazed by the Iranian architecture.
Visit the most significant monuments of Kashan: Tabatabaei House and Fin Garden.
Stop at Sultan Mir Ahmad for a quick bath.
Overnight stay in Kashan.
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Day 10: Departure
Drive to Tehran, Imam Khomeini International Airport.
The guided tour ends here.
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
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1 to 4 | /person |
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1 to 4 | /person |
This is a private tour |