Ascending Dena Eastern Ridge

1. Altitude: Climbing more than 10 mounts 4000+ m in 6 days 

2. Geographical index:

      a. From Noghol: 30° 48' 23,52" N,     51° 43' 42,89" E

      b. . To Bijan col: 30° 52' 41,70" N,     51° 31' 27,95" E

      c. Paazan Pir: 30° 47' 25,37" N,          51° 38' 57,13" E

 3. Best Time: Mid Spring till late summer

 4. Position: 213 km northwest of Shiraz, 262 km southwest of Esfahan

 5. Sort: Sedimentary

 6. Launch Spot height: 2250 m (Sisakht city)

 7. Sketch

 8. Grade

Day 1:

Upon your pre-dawn arrival in Tehran airport, you will be cordially received by our representative carrying our logo show card (transfer information) who will direct you for transfer to your hotel. You will have time to rest and relax before your morning tour of Tehran commences.

Tehran, a modern megalopolis, prides itself in having unique museums with immense and unrivaled collections and artifacts dating from the earliest onset of history to the present era.

Your tour begins with a trip to the Archeological Museum, one of the rare places in the world where you will have the special opportunity of visiting and experiencing the “evolution of mankind” through the marvelous display of historical relics.

Next on the agenda is your very much-awaited chance to savor the distinctive flavor of Iranian cuisine. Lunch will be set in an exquisite traditional Iranian restaurant where you will sample a wide range of delightful Persian dishes and desserts.

Afterwards, you will visit a world of jewels in a priceless Crown Jewels Museum one of which is one of the two greatest diamonds, Darya-e-Noor (sea of light).

At the end of the day, you will get a chance to see a variety of Persian hand-woven carpets and rugs in the Carpet Museum which houses more than 100 spectacular pieces from all over Iran. On top of that, you will also be given an insight into the history of these carpets. Stay overnight in Tehran.

Day 2:

A morning visit to Sa'ad Abad Complex with an immense 1,100,000 square meters and 18 magnificent historical palaces (2 of which you will visit) will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on you.

Subsequently, you will be acquainted with the world of Iranian arts with a trip to the Reza Abbasi Museum which boasts a diverse collection of different art forms.

Your Tehran excursion will end at the Ceramic Museum where you will be able to witness its construction with glorious ancient archaeology. Afterwards, you will be transported to the airport for an hour’s flight to Shiraz. This is followed by a transfer to your hotel in Shiraz and en route you will be able to see the Shah-Cheragh (King of the Light) shrine from outside. Stay overnight in Shiraz.

Day 3:

Shiraz is crowned as the heartland of Persian culture and this city of sophistication will never fail to conjure up images of roses and nightingales, gardens and poetry. This gorgeous city in the province of Fars is home to famous poets such as Hafez and Sa'adi. Also, historical sites from different eras stretching back 6,000 years ago can be found there.

Early in the morning, relish in the highlights of Shiraz when it was the capital of Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Be inspired by the glorious Karim Khan palace, the splendid Vakil mosque, Vakil Bazaar and Saray-e-moshir with its splendid architecture and interesting ethnic souvenir shops and Nasir Almolk mosque.

Next, you will stop for a mouth-watering Iranian lunch at a traditional restaurant.

In the evening, you will visit Ali-Ebn-e-Hamzeh and be prepared to marvel at its beauties. Take a stroll through Jahan Nama Garden and witness its tall and proud cedars.

Not forgetting the two famous Persian poets, Hafiz and Sa'adi, whose mysterious poems are everlasting in the Persian language, you will get a chance to pay homage to their tombs.

Finally visit Delgosha Garden and Khajoy-e-Kermani tomb from where the perspective of the mysterious city of Shiraz will perpetuate in your mind. At night have dinner in a restaurant with specific atmosphere in the north of Shiraz. Stay overnight in Shiraz.

Day 4:

Be prepared to be inspired by the magnificence of Persepolis. This gem of ancient Persia which dates back 2530 years ago is the result of the exquisite works of a conglomeration of fine artists and architects from various nations under the Achaemenid Empire.

Next, you will visit Koh-e-Rahmat which is sided east of Persepolis and considered as a sacred mountain in ancient Persia.

Followed by Necropolis where you will marvel at the massive tombs of Old Persian kings. Necropolis is a collection of a variety of awe-inspiring historical relics from different pre-Islamic eras. The afternoon is free at your leisure.

Day 5:

At 7 am drive form Shiraz to Sisakht (4 hrs) and have breakfast near the 3200 m Shesh Pir Lake. Continue driving towards Sisakht via Sepidan and Yasouj, have lunch in Sisakht. Then prepare all the necessary equipment for a 6-day trek and hop on a 4WD to the Noghol village. Set up tent in Sardab Valley to stay overnight.

Day 6:

Start the day off climbing Dena mount to reach the first camp at Paazan Pir peak (located below the peak). Savor the magnificence of Dena Mountains, the ridge and the western peaks from that point. Along the way visit Dangezlou village and the nomads settled in that region. Set up tent near Paazan Pir summit to stay overnight at 4000 m height.

Totally 10 hrs trekking

Day 7:

At 6 am set out climbing again to capture 4302 m Paazan Pir summit, the first peak on the eastern ridge of Dena. Visiting that top, we will trek along the eastern ridge towards Ghash-e Sorkh col. After visiting the 4170 m Rombeseh peak and crossing Tapou col we will capture 4090 Tapou peak. Finally enter Ghash-e Sorkh col, set up tent to stay overnight.

10 hrs trekking

Day 8:

Early in the morning trek towards Kase-ye Nevel. Pass by 4108 m Ghash-e Sorkh peak and 4140 m Southern Nevel peak along the way. Go on trekking to the 4163 m northern Nevel peak. Set up tent in Kase-ye Nevel to stay overnight near the northern Nevel peak.

Totally 10 hrs trekking

Day 9:

Start the day off trekking towards Bijan col; pass 4200 m Kal Kharman peak, visit 4061 Namak peak and then 4111 m Barf Kermu peak. After 10 hours finish the climb in Bijan col and finally embark on a 4WD for a short drive to Sisakht.

Day 10:

Visit Sisakht, the touristy city, and hike to Kouh Gol gorge where the springs and wonderful surrounding landscapes await your visit. Stay overnight in that region.

Day 11:

Today en route to Esfahan pay a visit to Shahr-e Kurd and the Bakhtiari nomad enhabit in that region.

Day 12:

Isfahan, the legendary city which never fails to enchant its visitors, is the pearl of traditional Islamic archeology. This city is revived by the works of contemporary artists.
Isfahan prides itself in having fascinating historical garden palaces.  Legend has it that the city was founded at the time of Tahmoures or Keykavous and because of its glories has been entitled “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 and Hasht Behesht Palaces, 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. Stay overnight in Isfahan.

Day 13:

Isfahan’s Jameh mosque holds in itself the passage of several centuries of historical Islamic evolution. This mosque is a gallery of Islamic architecture in which the progress of the architecture from the outset of Islam till recent times is evident. Then we will visit Vank Church which is one of the most beautiful Armenian churches in the world and will undoubtedly capture the attention of every Christian.

Your day will conclude with a visit to Monar Jomban, the tomb of a Sufi with its shaking minarets and some historical bridges. Stay overnight in Isfahan.

Day 14:

Today, en route to Kashan you will visit the UNESCO recognized village of Abyaneh, located at the foot of Mount Karkas and in the vicinity of desert. Appreciate the serenity of this quaint village with its splendid archaeology and meet the dwellers who speak, live and dress in the original Persian style.

Next, hop on to Kashan and visit Tabatabaiha and Boroojerdiha houses and some other historical places specially chosen by your tour guide and be acquainted with the previous century’s architecture, the Qajar era. Rest in kashan for few hours and then en route to IKA visit Imam Tomb and Qom where you will pay homage to the holy shrine of Fatima.

Day 15:

Last but not least, depart Iran – the land of warmth and hospitality with fond memories.