PARADISE IN PERSIA (15 Days)
Tour Price: 1220 EUR
Visits: Tehran, Kish, Shiraz,Firoozabad, Persepolis, Sepidan,
Shahr-e Kurd, Isfahan, Gulpaygan, Mahalat, Abyaneh, Kashan, Qom, Firoozabad.
This tour presents the various climates in different parts of Iran and will
enjoy the marvelous panoramas and the historical sights of Persia. You will
also have the chance to visit the attractions in Zagros Mountain and the
desert.
In this tour, you will visit Kish Island (the pearl of the Persian Gulf),
Shiraz (the cultural capital of Iran), and the unique attractions of
Isfahan. "Paradise in Persia" can be one of the unforgettable tours we have
ever had.
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 our 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.
our tour begins with a trip to
the Archeological Museum, one of the rare places in the world where we 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 our very
much-awaited chance to savor the distinctive flavor of Iranian cuisine.
Lunch will be set in an exquisite traditional Iranian restaurant where we
will sample a wide range of delightful Persian dishes and desserts.
Afterwards, we 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, we 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, we will also be given an insight into the history of
these carpets. Stay overnight in Tehran.
Day 2: Tehran, Fly To Kish
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A morning visit to Sa'ad Abad
Complex with an immense 1,100,000 sq.m and 18 magnificent historical palaces
(2 of which we will visit)
will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on us.
Subsequently, we will be
acquainted with the world of Iranian arts with a trip to the Reza Abasi
Museum which boasts a diverse collection of different art forms.
our Tehran excursion will end at the Ceramic
Museum where we will be able to witness its construction with glorious
ancient archaeology. Afterwards, we will be transported to the airport for
our flight to Kish.
Around 40 years ago, when a group of western experts came to the island to
survey its tourism situation, they compared it with the best tourist islands in
the world and predicted a bright future for it. Since then Kish
Island has taken long and proud strides in order to realize the position
that it deserves.
Due to its natural attractions, pleasant weather more than seven months a year,
and several recreational and sport centers, today the island has turned into a
favorite tourism destination in Iran and the region. Stay overnight in Kish.
Today's city tour in Kish including:
The Ancient Town of Harireh
Most probably the ancient town of
Harireh is the same town mentioned by the renowned Persian poet Sa'adi in his
book Golestan.
According to the writings of
Iranian and Arab historians, the town of Harireh had been located in the
center of the northern part of the island, where the ruins of the city can
be seen today.
Visiting this ancient town is an
opportunity to get acquainted with the island's history while having a nice
time at the Green Tree Recreational Complex, situated near the ancient city.
Ancient
water cellars
The inhabitants of Kish, in the
past, used a kind of traditional storage system to gather rainwater. These
storages were dug in the ground and built with a domed roof. With the
emergence of water desalination facilities, these storages lost their
significance. But their remnants are still an interesting site for tourists
to visit.
Underground Town of Cariz
The Kish qanat is more than 2,500
years old, and currently it has been converted into an underground town at
a depth of 16 meters below the surface, with an area of more than 10,000 sq
m.
In the reconstruction of this
qanat named Cariz, spaces have been allocated to handicraft stalls,
restaurants and traditional teahouses, amphitheaters, conference centers,
and art galleries. Efforts have been made to preserve the traditional and
historic fabric of the site. Stay overnight in Kish.
Day 4: Fly To Shiraz, An Excursion To Firooz-abad
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Fly to Shiraz in the morning and transfer to the hotel. Drive to visit
Firooz-abad. This historical
city was one of the capitals in the Sassanid era. The monuments remained
from that period such as the splendid Ghaley-e-dokhtar (Girl Castle)
and Ardeshir Palace with its unique architecture have decorated this
city. On the other hand this city is one of the pathways of the Qashghai
nomads, a Turkish tribe mostly in Fars Province. In specific seasons we
can see them on the move. Stay overnight in Shiraz.
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 and 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, Nasir Almolk mosque.
Next, we will stop for a mouth-watering Iranian lunch at one of the
traditional restaurants of Shiraz.
In the evening, we 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, hafez and Sa'adi, whose mysterious poems are everlasting in
the Persian language, we 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 our mind. At night have dinner in a restaurant with specific atmosphere in the north of Shiraz. Stay overnight in Shiraz.
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, we will visit Koh-e-Rahmat
which is sided east of Persepolis and considered as a sacred mountain in
ancient Persia.
Followed by Necropolis where we
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, we will leave our hotel and take pleasure in a tea party
along the salt lake of Shiraz amidst its scenic mountainous lakes. Stay
overnight in Shiraz.
Drive to Sepidan. En route visiting
Shesh Pir lake.
Picturesque landscapes, green valleys, ravishing waterfalls, snow-shrouded
mountains, tranquil rivers, mild summer and cold snowy winter and hospitable
citizens are the major features which make Sepidan
the final destination. Sepidan,
which is divided into Beiza and Markazi districts, has 294 villages and is
located 294 km northwest of the capital city Shiraz.
Morghak Waterfall, Shesh Pir Lake, Tong Forestlands, the Shekarak
mountainous region as well as Tizab River, always in full spate and home to
various fresh water fish are some natural landscapes inSepidan
which entice travelers during summer.
Bewitched by Sepidan's 120-hectareski
resort and other winter sports, many
families travel to the area on weekends in the year's coldest season. Stay
overnight in Sepidan.
Drive to Shahr-e Kurd to have a full
day city tour in it. This city holds lots of natural landscapes and in the
reason of locating near the Zagros mountains from which lots of rivers
emanate is a suitable place for the Bakhtiari nomads. It is traditionally a
producer of bricks, mosaics, milled rice, and woven cloth, among others.we
will see a scenic nature and a gorgeous waterfall there. Stay overnight in Shahr-e Kurd.
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�.
our 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 we can purchase the arts &
crafts for which Isfahan is so well renowned. Stay overnight in Isfahan.
Isfahan's Jame' mosque holds in itself the passage of several centuries of
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.
our 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: Drive To Gulpaygan
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Today, we will depart for Golpaygan. En route we
will have the opportunity of visiting Khansar which is well-known for its
excellent honey. In Golpaygan we will stay at the Arg-e-Googad hotel which
was once a historical palace and it's a unique chance for we to marvel at
its ancient architecture. Stay overnight in Gulpaygan.
Day
12: An Excursion To Mahalat
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we can visit the city of
Mahalat, near Golpaygan, which is also known as the city of flowers.
Rejuvenate our senses by visiting a variety of gardens and pristine springs
in this region of pleasant climate. A visit to the natural spas should not
be missed and we could benefit from their curative properties. Drive back
to Gulpaygan. Stay overnight in Gulpaygan.
Drive To Abyaneh. 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. Stay overnight at Abyaneh hotel.
Next, hop on to Kashan and visit Tabatabaiha and Borojerdiha houses and some other historical places specially chosen by our 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 we will pay homage to the holy shrine of Fatima.
Last but not least, depart Iran � the land of
warmth and hospitality with fond memories.
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1. Iran visa
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2. 14 nights stay in middle class hotels
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3. Transportation vehicle for 15 days all across Iran during the trip
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4. Experienced English speaking guide for 15 days
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5. Breakfast and lunch
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6. Domestic flights
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7. All the entrance fees
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8. Special offers
9.Transfer by guide
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