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 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:
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.
In the evening, you will leave your hotel and take
pleasure in a tea party along the salt lake of Shiraz amidst its scenic
mountainous lakes. Then return to Shiraz airport and fly to Isfahan.
Take a walk along the Zayandeh-rood
River and be captivated by Isfahan’s unforgettable bridges and interesting
banks.
Day
4:
Depart
from Shiraz to Parishan Lake and visit the village of Molla Areh en route. Cross
the lake on a boat and then start off trekking for 8 hours towards Arjan Lake.
Trek in the Arjan protected area which is uniquely covered by fauna and flora
species. This region hosted the Iranian Lion until a century ago and at the
present time hosts the Asian Yellow Deer. All the other protected animals in
this region are exotic and wonderful. Set up tent near Arjan Lake and waterfall.

Day 5:
Visit
Arjan Lake and its diverse bird species. Trek towards Zanganeh village for 8
hours; visit Arjan spring, Dasht-e Arjan village, Ghareh Aghaj River, the local
villages and a range of customs, cultures and dialects along the way. Set up
tent near Ghareh Aghaj River for overnight stay.
Day
6:
Drive to Bavan gorge which is reminded in the history books as one of the four paradises on earth. .
While on
the region end up trekking on the slopes of Anaar mount along the Ghareh
Aghaj River to see the origins of this long river and enjoy the exotic nature
and flora of Zagros Mountains with the old walnut trees. Set up tent in Bavan
gorge to stay overnight. (8 hrs trek)

Day 7:
Today set
out trekking from Bavan gorge towards the natural spas of Nour Abad for 5 hours
to swim in the mineral water at noon and wipe out the exhaustion of previous
days. Cover the back road to Shiraz in the evening.
Day 8:
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 one of the traditional
restaurants of Shiraz.
In the
evening, you will visit Ali-Ebn-e-Hamzeh and be prepared to marvel at its
beauties. Take a stroll through the 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 the 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 9:
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 Tahmourass 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 10:
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 11:
Today, en route to Kashan we 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, drive to Kashan and stay overnight there.
Day 12:
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. AT night transfer to IKA airport to depart Iran – the land of warmth and hospitality.
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