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Iran At a Glance (Tehran, Shiraz, Isfahan, Kashan) / 6 Night (7 Days)

Visiting the best of Iran on this short trip. Start from Tehran, the modern capital of Persia by covering National
Archeological Museum of Iran, UNESCO world heritage site of Golestan Palace, Carpet museum, UNESCO world heritage
sites of Naghshe-e-Jahan, Historical bridges and Armenian Cathedral in Isfahan, Well preserved city of Kashan in the
middle of the silk road, Travel to the legendary city of Persepolis and, Beautiful Mosques, Persian Gardens and many others…

INCLUSIONS:

  • Private airport transfer
  •  Hotel accommodation in 3&4 star hotels (B&B)
  •  Dedicated A/C vehicle for all transport
  •  Domestic flight (THR to SYZ)
  •  All mentioned sightseeing
  •  Experienced English speaking tour guide
  •  Visa support and reference code
  • Refreshment

EXCLUSIONS:

  • International airfare
  • Personal insurance
  • Visa stamp fee
  • Tips & Portages
  • Entrance fees (~USD1-5/site)

Day 1 – Tehran
Arriving in IKA airport, you are welcomed and assisted by our representative to transfer to your hotel to get ready for a week of
adventure in the land of Persia.

Day 2 – Shiraz
After breakfast we will go on for visiting Capital of Iran, Tehran. First, we start a walking tour through old Gate of Tehran, visiting
The National Archeological Museum, Golestan Palace after lunch we will visit the unique jewelry collection at the National Treasury
Museum, then getting familiar with Persian carpet in Carpet museum, for end up our day we will take a rest in the artists’ house of
Iran. Getting ready to transfer to Mehrabad airport and fly to Shiraz.

Day 3 – Shiraz
First day of the Shiraz city will be start by visiting residential palace of Zand dynasty, “Karimkhani Complex”. We keep visiting the old
part of Shiraz continued by Vakil complex co prising of Vakil Mosque, Bazaar and Bathhouse then visiting pink mosque of Nasir-al-Mulk.
After lunch walking at one of the marvelous Persian Garden of Iran, “ Eram Garden “. Next we visit the tomb of famous poet, “ Sa’adi. Sleep
overnight in Shiraz.

Day 4 – Isfahan
This morning we leave Shiraz toward Isfahan, en-route first we will visit the most magnificent city of ancient world, Persepolis. Then
ancient Necropolis of Naqsh-e Rustam and Pasa gadae where we find the tomb of Cyrus the great and remains of Achaemenian palaces
and edifices. Stay overnight at hotel in Isfahan

Day 5 – Isfahan
After breakfast, we start our day city tour of Isfahan by visiting UNESCo world heritage site of Naghsh-e-Jahan square which is officialy
center of the old city during Safavid dynesty. In the Square first we will visit Imam Mosque (Royal Mosque), then visiting Aliqapoo royal
palace of Safavid kings, where they used to see the polo games and ceremonies. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (or Ladies Mosque) is located
on the opposite side of the square and is visited next. We will stroll through the traditional bazaar surrounding the square, after lunch
visiting Qeysarieh bazaar. You have free time in afternoon. At night we will go beside the Zayandehroud river to walking along the river
and visiting Siosepol (33 arch) and Khajou bridge. Sleep overnight in Isfahan.

Day 6 – Kashan
We will start another day in Isfahan to visit Friday mosque and Vank Cathedral, after lunch heading toward well preserved traditional
city of Kashan, but first en-route we will visit red village of Abyaneh. Stay overnight in the adobe antique hotel in Kashan.

Day 7 – Kashan
We will visit Kashan today by visiting historical houses which are genuine sample of Iranian traditional desert architecture like Borou￾jerdiha and Tabatabaeiha house. Then keep visiting by Fin garden, one of the beautiful sample of Persian Garden. After visiting Kashan
we will end up our travel by transferring you toward IKA airport for departure flight.