Romance of Persia Tour

Our visit for today is Persepolis. Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It seems that Darius planned this impressive complex of palaces not only as the seat of government but also, primarily, as a showplace and a spectacular center for the receptions and festivals of the Achaemenid kings and their empire such as Nowroz.
Next is Necropolis. Opposite the mountain of Rahmat, ten minutes 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.

On the way, we will have a few short stops in Pasargadae to visit the most important and majestic monuments there.

Cyrus the Great, great Achaemenian Emperor, (500 years BC) is the oldest historical tomb. the personality of Cyrus the Great will. This was the worshipping place for the followers of several religions and still, it is so. Nearby is a relief of a mysterious winged man and there are many theories as to what it symbolizes.

Abar Kouh

An ancient city is a place to see historical sites and wonderful desert architecture. Old trees are evidence that appropriate weather and good conditions lead to a long life.
The 4500-year-old cypress tree in Abar Kouh is a marvelous attraction. cypress tree leaves a trace of eternity in the heart and on the mind of all travelers.
Afterward, we will visit Zeino-din, a Safavid Caravanserai in the heart of the desert which is restored beautifully and received 2 awards from UNESCO in 2005 and 2006.

Mehriz is located 30 kilometers south of Yazd. One of the most important places to visit in Mehriz is Sar Yazd.

Sar Yazd

It has a castle belonging to the Sassanid era which was used as a shelter in the time of war. Another historical place is a caravanserai in Saryazd which dates back to the Seljuk and Safavid eras. After that, we will transfer to Yazd.

Yazd

The oldest adobe city in the world is surrounded by the 4000m summit of Shirkooh and two majestic deserts, Dasht-e-Kavir and Kavir-e-Loot. This ancient city is furnished with mosques of stunning beauty. The co-existence of the splendid fire temples and the holy sites of different religions astonishes every visitor.

Romance of Persia Tour, Yazd Zoroastrian Fire temple

Today’s tour includes visiting Dakhmeh (tower of silence, where Zoroastrians leave the dead to be eaten by vultures). we will see the Zoroastrian fire temple. we will also, visit the marvelous Water Museum, Jame’ mosque ,and then, Doulat Abad Garden.
Lunch will be set at a traditional restaurant. Afterward, we will depart for Isfahan. On the way, we will visit the attractive city of Naein.

Naein

It is famous as the city of cisterns and possesses around 80 cisterns. We will get a chance to visit one of the oldest and most important mosques of Persian Islamic architecture. Stay overnight in Isfahan. If possible some of the thirty-three bridges will be seen.

Isfahan is the pearl of traditional Islamic archaeology which prides itself on having fascinating historical garden palaces.

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. Stay overnight in Isfahan.

Romance of Persia Tour, Isfahan

Isfahan’s Jame’ mosque displays several centuries of historical Islamic evolution. This mosque is a gallery of Islamic architecture in which the progress of architecture from the outset of Islam until 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. The evening is free at leisure.

Today we will drive to Hamedan. On the way, you will visit the marvelous attraction of the mountains besides visiting Khansar which is the city of honey, Golpaygan which is the city of dairy in Iran, and Mahalat which is the city of flowers in Iran.

Sanandaj is the capital of Kurdistan province. In Sanandaj, you will visit the old bazaar and the Hajar Khatoon Mausoleum. Afterward, we drive to Oranamat Takht village.

Oramanat Takht village is one of the attractive rural areas of Kurdestan which besides its panoramic views has valuable tourism capacities. Stay overnight in Oramanat Takht village.

we will drive to Takht-e-Soleiman which is located in the northeast of the city. Takht-e-Soleiman was one of Takab’s oldest Zoroastrian fire temples during the Sassanid Dynasty. Afterward, we reach Zanjan. Zanjan is famous for its beautiful handcrafts such as knives, and traditional sandals.

Romance of Persia Tour, Takht-e Soleyman