Iran Group Tour

Arrival at IKA International Airport, we will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. You will have time to rest and relax before our morning tour starts tomorrow. Overnight in Tehran.

Imam Khomeini Airport

In the morning we pay a visit to Golestan Palace. Golestan Palace is a masterpiece of the Qajar era, embodying the successful integration of earlier Persian crafts and architecture with Western influences. This amazing Palace 2003 was designated a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Afterward, we will visit Saad Abad Complex an immense area of 1,100,000 square meters, and 18 magnificent historical palaces (2 of which we will visit). This palace was built by the Pahlavi dynasty and it will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on us. After visiting these two palaces it is time to have lunch and take a rest in Darband. Darband, a cute village in the mountains north of Tehran for some food. In the night or in the evening we will visit Nature Bridge and walk through this amazing and masterpiece of Iranian architecture, and enjoy this place and then return to the hotel. Overnight in Tehran.

Golestan Palace, Tehran, Iran

We will leave Tehran and drive to Kashan. Kashan is a popular tourist destination in Iran and attracts a large number of tourists each year. Kashan has a 7000-year history and we will visit the beautiful sites of this city during our tours such as visit both Tabatabai and Boroojerdi House, outstanding examples of upmarket historical houses typical of Kashan and Sultan Amir Ahmad bathhouse, afterward, we will visit UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE (Fin Garden ). Overnight in Kashan.

Bazaar, Kashan, Isfahan Province, Iran

As the 17th-century capital of the Safavid Empire, Isfahan was one of the world’s greatest cities architecturally striking, wealthy beyond imagination, and politically powerful with Europeans, Ottomans, Indians, and Chinese coming to its court– the heart of a vast Persian Empire that stretched from the Euphrates River in present-day Iraq to the Oxus River in Afghanistan. Indeed, its grandeur inspired the rhyming proverb, Isfahan Nesf-e Jahan (Isfahan is half of the World). Imam Square of Isfahan is one of the largest city Squares in the world, and was Built by Shah Abbas I the Great at the beginning of the 17th century. This amazing site in 1979 was designated a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Must see this place. Imam square is surrounded by important historical buildings from the Safavid era. The Shah Mosque is situated on the south side of this square. On the west side, you can find Ali Qapu Palace. Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque is situated on the eastern side of this square and the northern side opens into the Isfahan Grand Bazaar. They are an impressive testimony to the level of social and cultural life in Persia during the Safavid era. Afterward, we will visit Chehel Sotoun, literally meaning forty columns, which is a royal pavilion that was built by Shah Abbas I as a place to receive ambassadors and international guests. The Chehel Sotun Palace, along with eight other gardens, is registered as a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE under the name of the Persian Gulf. Overnight in Isfahan.

Isfahan, Iran.

Today we continue our tour of the city with a visit to Isfahan’s Jame’a Mosque which 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 utill recent times is evident. Then we will visit Vank Cathedral which is one of the most beautiful Armenian churches in the world and will undoubtedly capture the attention of every Christian. Afterwards. We will conclude with a visit to Allahverdi Khan Bridge popularly known as Si-o-seh pol; the bridge of thirty-three spans. It is one of the most famous examples of Safavid bridge design and the longest bridge on the Zayanderud (the largest river of the Iranian Plateau in central Iran) with a total length of 297.76 meters. You can do free activities in the evening. Stay overnight in Isfahan.

Vank Catederal, Isfahan Province, Iran.

We start a new day and amazing part of the Iran group tour by visiting the historical monuments and the UNESCO REGISTERED CITY OF YAZD. The City of Yazd is located in the middle of the Iranian plateau, 270 km southeast of Isfahan, close to the Spice and Silk Roads. Since 2017, the historical city of Yazd is recognized as a WORLD HERITAGE SITE BY UNESCO.

Yazd is among the unique historical provinces in Iran and one of the most beautiful mud-brick cities in the world. So, the Iran group tour gives you an unforgettable opportunity to visit such an evocative piece of pearl in Iran.

The wide range of tourist attractions in Iran group tour brings all through the year tourists from around the globe. The city has acquired many titles throughout centuries: the City of World’s Wind-Catchers, The City of Bicycles, The City of Sweets, The City of Qanats, and The City of Fire and Sun.

In the evening we will visit Zurkhaneh. It is a combination of martial arts, strength training, and music. Way before bodybuilding, Persians used to practice weightlifting in Zoorkhaneh. We can see this tradition present in ancient Iranian stories too.

Afterward, we visit Amir Chakhmagh square and afterward we walk through the city and enjoy this mud-brick city. Overnight in Yazd.

Yazd Jame’a Mosque

The city dates from the Sassanid era (224-651 A.D), and was called in those days “Isatis”.It also means Worship, Praise, and Adoration. The appellation of the city is “The City of Gods”. Yazd is the second Mud-Brick city in the world remaining from ancient times.

We will visit Alexandra Prison or Ziyaeeyeh School, Jame’ Mosque of Yazd , Art House of Yazd and Qanats in the morning, and in the evening we will visit Dowlat Abad Garden. Overnight in Yazd.

Dolatabad Garden, Yazd, Iran.

One of the other highlights of Iran group tour is Kerman which is the third highest city in Iran and thereby, has been given the nickname “the roof of Iran” and “Siberia of the South”. The city used to be called in the pre-Islamic period “Boothia”, “Karamania” or “Karmania” meaning valor and fight arena.

We start our tour after hotel check-in by visiting Ganjali Khan Complex (Caravanserai, Bathroom, Bazaar, Water Reservoir, A Mint and Mosque ) Afterward, we will visit Jaame` mosque of Kerman and Stay overnight in Kerman.

In the morning we drive to visit the beautiful Shahazdeh Mahan Garden and afterward Rayen Castle.

Among the many artistic landmarks of Kerman, Rayen Castle is one of the most substantially significant of them all. It is claimed that Rayen Castle is the second largest adobe structure in the world after Arg-e Bam(Bam Citadel), the spectacular UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.

It might seem interesting to know that until just 150 years ago, Rayen Castle was home to its residents. Its construction dates back to the Sasanid era(224-651 A.D), before the emergence of Islam.

No ruler could have ever invaded this castle during history and this is what Rayen Castle takes pride in. Overnight in Kerman.

Rayen Citadel, Kerman, Iran

We move to the historical and beautiful city of Shiraz, a city from ancient times which is another highlight in the Iran group tour. On the first day of the Shiraz Tour, we will visit shah cheragh shrine. Afterward, we will walk through the old part of the city. Overnight in Shiraz.

Shah Cheragh, Shiraz, Iran

In the morning you will visit Nasir al Mulk Mosque, Naranjestan Garden and after that, the historical complex of Zandieh which includes: Vakil Bath, Vakil Bazaar, and Vakil Mosque constitutes our day visit.

Add to that our walk to Karim-Khan Citadel and the historic districts of the city as well and in the evening you will visit Eram Garden , in 2011 this fantastic botanical garden was designated a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Must see this Garden it is amazing. Afterward, you will visit Hafiz’s tomb. One of the greatest Iranian poetries. Stay overnight in Shiraz.

Hafiz’s Tomb

Our excursion for Today is Persepolis. Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire as another highlight of the Iran group tour.

It was built on an immense half-artificial, half-natural terrace, where the king of kings created an impressive palace complex inspired by Mesopotamian models. The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archaeological site.

It seems that Darius the first planned this impressive complex of palaces not only as the seat of government but also, and primarily, as a showplace and a spectacular center for the receptions and festivals of the Achaemenid kings and their empire such as Nowroz (New Year, March 21st). This amazing place 1979 was designated a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. The next is Necropolis(Naghsh-e Rostam).

Opposite Rahmat mountain, ten minutes drive to the north, proudly stands the Necropolis, the magnificent burial place of Achaemenid kings. The site also provides seven bas-reliefs dating back to Elamite and Sassanid periods.

Necropolis, Fars province, Iran

Stay overnight in Shiraz. We invite you to try an unforgettable experience of Iran family dinner  with an Iranian family to get acquainted with their lifestyle, hospitality, and traditions. Spending an evening with an Iranian family is as valuable as a long trip to Iran.

Perfectly hidden between willow and plane trees, cool weather and cozy atmosphere and being away from the bustle of the city, Ghalat Village is a beautiful oasis to see. If you are interested in rural tourism or hiking a mountain, this is an exceptional choice for you. Ghalat Village is located almost 36 Km from the northwestern side of Shiraz. The city of flowers and poems is already filled and surrounded by gardens and greeneries and Ghalat Village is definitely one of the best of them.

Ghalat is an old form of the word village and it means somewhere that has steamed springs and good weather. This village is perfect for those who are tired of traffic jams and sound pollution; you can find absolute peacefulness in this place. You will spend the last day of your trip in Qalat village and enjoy. There are three waterfalls in Ghalat Village that are worth visiting. That is why we offer you an Iran group tour.

Two of them have easy access, but you might find difficulty reaching the third. Also, you can see two rivers that pass through the village, and beside the banks of them, you can find local flowers, and medicinal herbs, such as thyme and oregano. Do not forget to take a deep breath to inhale some fresh air into your lungs while you are listening to the sound of water and smelling these aromatic plants.

Hiking mountain is another favorite activity that you can consider doing when you are in this picturesque village. You are already 2065 meters above the sea level, imagine how it would feel if you climb higher. In Iran group tour, we have decided and tried to offer you the history, religion, culture, nature and all you need in 14 days.

Overnight in Shiraz.

You will depart Iran by bus / Train from Shiraz to Tehran
Iran group tour finishes and you will depart Iran, the land of warmth and hospitality with fond memories. You can choose from which city you will depart Iran, Shiraz International Airport or Tehran International Airport.