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Arrive in Dubai airport in the morning, after greeting process transfer to hotel & rest. PM comes along the Dubai city tour. Sample the historic sites and vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on this comprehensive tour. The Tour begins in Jumeira, the picturesque palace and residential area of Dubai, also home to the famous Jumeira Mosque. The next stop is Sheikh Saeed House (former residence of ruling family). The Tour then continues to Al Bastakiya, the old part of Dubai, to reach the museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. All guests board the Abra (water taxi) to cross the Creek to the spice souk. Before savoring the sights and sounds of the fish, fruit and vegetable market, there is time to shop in the most famous landmark of Dubai � the Gold souk. Day 2: Dubai Your second day goes for Desert Safari Tour. A trip to the desert offers a taste of the true heartland of Arabia. This safari tour takes you right into the heart of the desert where you experience the excitement of a roller-coaster ride into the magnificent red sand dunes while remaining mobile on the shifting sands. A brief stop for a breathtaking view of the endless desert will give you an opportunity to watch the sun set over this tranquil solitude. Stay overnight in Dubai. Day 3: Dubai The third day features Dubai Dhow Cruise. Dubai offers a wealth of activities including sailing. As one of the most important cities in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has everything to meet the holidaymakers' needs. The year round sunshine and excellent soft sandy beaches along the Jumeriah coast are ideal for those wanting to relax. For the more active, there are water sports to be enjoyed in the warm waters of the Persian Gulf. Dubai makes a very pretty picture from the sea. In the evenings the sight of the illuminated city is particularly beautiful. Cruise the creek in one of
the traditional dhows for a romantic evening and enjoy a buffet of either
continental or oriental cuisine. Day 4: Dubai-Shiraz AM fly to Shiraz. Transfer to hotel. Your evening is spent on visiting Shiraz. This city is the capital of Pars Province and is considered as the cultural capital of Iran because of its men of letters. Enjoy a half day tour with visits to the Eram Garden, the tombs of the Persian poets Saadi and Hafiz, Nasirol-Molk Mosque, Afif-Abad Garden and Vakil Mosque. Day 5: Shiraz- Persepolis-Necropolis You will visit Persepolis and Necropolis (Nagsh-e-Rustam) in the morning. Persepolis, which in Greek literally means the capital of Persia, lies 36 miles north of Shiraz. Persepolis is the last and final ultimate expression of the ancient Middle East. Construction began by Darius the Great (521 - 468 BC) as the focus of the mighty Achaemenian Empire nearly 2,500 years ago. Spend a half day exploring these mighty ruins. Your tour will also include Nagsh-e-Rustam (Relief of Rustam) which is a historical gallery of three different dynasties. Day 05's evening is the best part of this package allocating to visit the sacred places of different religions in Shiraz. The interesting point is when you see different religions have their places in the same area of Shiraz without having any problem. Visiting temple of Zoroastrians, synagogue of Jews, church of Christians, mosque of Muslims and khanghah (temple) of Dervishes is your way to go in the evening. Day 6: Shiraz-Nature-Nomads-Behesht Makan village The sixth day is dedicated to ecological and nomad tour, including cruising for a lake that is 2.250 m. above the ground, SheshPir (six Dervishes) sacred spring and Hezar Cheshmeh (1000 springs) Garden. Overnight at Behesht Makan (paradise) village in a villager house that makes you familiar with the culture of that area. Day 7: Isfahan-Yasooj From the village your trip will be resumed toward Isfahan by Yasooj. Land of Zagros and Dena mountain .This high mountain, also nicknamed as the "Zagros roof", reaches a height of 4435 meters, and is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions of Zagros. This precious region, with its striking beautiful landscape, waterfalls, diverse wildlife, vegetation cover representative of Zagros, many springs and a good source of water, each representing an effective factor for conservation, has only recently joined the network of protected Regions. Enjoy Yasooj waterfalls, Semirom waterfalls and the gorgeous heights of Zagros and Dena Mountain. Stay in hotel overnight. Day 8: Isfahan Drive to Isfahan. Isfahan is a wonder. Truly a city of splendor, legend has it that the city was founded at the time of Tahmourass or Keykavous. During the Safavid Era (sixteenth and seventeenth century AD), Isfahan was a city of Gardens and Palaces. As a major trade center of its time, Isfahan was known as "Half the World." Your full day tour includes the famed Imam Square (Naqsh-e-Jahan), a huge square second in the world to Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Tour the architectural marvels of Sheikh Lotfollah and Imam Mosques, Aliqapu Palace, Chehel Sutoon Palace, and also visit one of the most famous bazaars in Iran, where you can purchase the arts & crafts for which Isfahan is so well renowned. Day 9: Isfahan
Today's full day tour includes Hasht Behesht, Vank Church, the spectacular and
historic Friday Mosque as well as the famous bridges. In particular, the "33
arch bridges" or "Si o Se Pol" dates from 1602 and is a colorful meeting place
for locals to gather, drink tea, and refresh themselves. Day 10: Isfahan-Shiraz AM free at leisure. In the evening you will fly to Shiraz. Day 11: Shiraz-Dubai In the morning you will enjoy visiting the old part of Shiraz. Having a different mayor, this area brings you back to the old days of Shiraz. The glorious past is worth a visit by you. Transfer to the airport in the midday. Fly to Dubai and transfer to the hotel. Day12: Depart Dubai. |
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