Discover Persia – 11 Days

Arrive at Mehrabad International Airport, where our representative will meet you. Transfer to your hotel. In the evening, visit the Carpet Museum and Contemporary Art Museum.

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After breakfast, visit the Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013 in the heart of Tehran. Notable for its exquisite mirror work, vibrant tile mosaics, and lush gardens, it exemplifies the artistic achievements of its time. See Tehran Bazaar, a historic shopping complex, for a glimpse into Iran’s traditional market life and communal spirit. Later, visit the National Museum, a premier institution showcasing the country’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Established in 1937, it houses an extensive collection of artifacts spanning from prehistoric times to the Islamic era. In the evening, take a flight to Shiraz.

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After breakfast visit Nasir Al Mulk Mosque celebrated for its architectural beauty and seamless blending of traditional Islamic design with a vivid color scheme. It is a significant cultural and historical landmark here. Then head to Karim Khan Citadel, constructed during the 18th century under the rule of Karim Khan Zand. It served as a royal residence and administrative center for the Zand dynasty.

Visit the Vakil Mosque, commissioned by Karim Khan Zand. It is renowned for its impressive architectural features, including its grand prayer hall, expansive courtyard, and exquisite tilework. Next, visit the Tomb of Hafez, nestled in a beautifully landscaped garden, and marked by an elegant octagonal pavilion with intricate tilework and inscriptions of Hafez’s poetry. It is a cultural and historical symbol in Shiraz.

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After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Visit the legendary sites of Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It is one of the key Iranian cultural heritage sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. Then visit Necropolis, also known as Naqsh-e Rustam, an ancient burial site near the city of Shiraz. It includes the tombs of several Persian kings, including Darius the Great and Xerxes, carved into the cliffside and features grand inscriptions and elaborate bas-reliefs depicting royal figures and ceremonial scenes.

Later, visit Pasargadae, which features the remains of the grand Palace of Cyrus and remnants of gardens and irrigation systems that showcase advanced engineering and architectural skills. Pasargadae’s layout reflects the grandeur of early Persian imperial design, with its combination of monumental structures and elaborate planning. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pasargadae offers invaluable insights into the origins of the Achaemenid Empire and is a testament to the architectural and cultural achievements of ancient Persia. Continue to Yazd. Check in to your hotel.

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After breakfast, get ready to discover the Tower of Silence, or Dakhma, a significant Zoroastrian burial site that reflects the ancient customs of this pre-Islamic religion. Then head towards the Zoroastrian Fire Temple of Yazd, also known as the Atashkadeh Yazd, a prominent religious site and a key center for Zoroastrian worship in Iran. It stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Zoroastrianism and is a vital cultural and spiritual landmark for followers of the ancient faith, offering a glimpse into the rich heritage and continued practices of this historic religion.

Next, visit Amir Chakhagh Square, a striking historical and architectural landmark renowned for its grandiose design. The square’s symmetrical layout and its combination of historical architecture and urban planning highlight the architectural ingenuity of the era. Visit Fahadan District, Zurkhanesh, and Dowlat Abad Garden and return to your hotel.

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After breakfast, check out and leave to explore the outskirt attractions. First visit Meybod, established over 3,000 years ago and known for its ancient mud-brick structures and traditional Persian architecture. Next visit Caravanserai, a historical structure in the desert village of Mesr. Then visit the traditional ancient ice house, or “Yakhchal,“ which dates back to the Safavid era and showcases ancient Persian ingenuity in ice storage and refrigeration. Visit today’s last attraction—the Pigeon Tower.

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After breakfast, check out and depart for Isfahan via Naeen, visiting the Naeen Jame Mosque. often referred to as the “Naeen Friday Mosque.”  It is renowned for its ancient origins and traditional design, reflecting the architectural style of the early Islamic period. Continue to Isfahan, arrive, and check in to your hotel.

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After breakfast, leave for Chehel Sotoun Palace. The name “Chehel Sotoun,” which means “Forty Columns,” refers to the reflection of the palace’s 20 wooden columns in the surrounding pool, which creates the illusion of forty columns. Then proceed to Naghsh-e Jahan Square, also known as the Saeed Square and Shah Square, which is filled with green open space and is surrounded by historic landmarks of the great Persian Empire. Then visit Shah Mosque and Aali Qapou Palace. In the evening, visit Qaisarieh Bazaar for shopping. Then visit the Jhajoo Bridge and Si-o-se Pol Bridge. Return to your hotel.

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After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kashan. Visit Tabatabaei and Boroujerdi Houses, Amir Ahmad Bath, and the Fin Garden, the oldest existing Persian Garden in Iran.

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After breakfast, check out and travel back to Tehran. In the evening, visit Azadi Tower, formerly known as Shahyad Square, a mainly green city square.  Its distinctive structure features a series of interlocking arches and a striking white marble façade illuminated by a series of embedded lights, giving it a radiant presence both day and night.

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After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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