- ITINERARY
- OVERVIEW
- PART 2
- COST
- Gears
Arrive into Tehran.Begin your ‘Persia in a Glance’ tour!Welcome to Tehran! On arrival at Imam Khomeini airport, after receiving your luggage, you will go out of the gates. Your Tour Guide from Iranviva Group will be waiting outside the customs area, with your name on a sign in his hand, to welcome you, take you to your hotel and accompany you on this exciting journey. At the hotel, you will get some rest and prepare to start this exciting tour.
Today, after having an Iranian breakfast, we will drive to Kashan (about 3 hours away from Tehran). In Kashan, we will visit Fin Garden and you will enjoy visiting the beautiful garden.Among the places we will visit in this city are the historical houses and the traditional bazaar in Kashan.After visiting the city of Kashan, we will drive to Isfahan and you will spend your night in this beautiful city.
Today, we will start our tour around Isfahan by a delightful Iranian breakfast.Iranviva Group do their best to make you a memorable and wonderful trip. So, today you will see the wonderful sights of this exciting city - Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, Si-o-se-pol (Thirty-Three Bridge), Khaju Bridge, Chehel Sotoun Palace, etc.Naqsh-e Jahan Square is known as the second largest square in the world. This square, reflecting the architecture of the Safavid era, is the manifestation of many architectural masterpieces of this land, including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, Ali Qapu Palace and Bazaar.Naqsh-e Jahan Square, dating back to over 400 years ago, is one of the heritages from the Safavid period. The architecture of the Safavid era can be well seen in this very square.After Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Iranviva Group will drive you to Si-o-se-pol and Khaju bridges. Si-o-se-pol is one of the bridges over the Zayanderud River. This 300-meter-long bridge is the longest bridge over the river.Khaju Bridge is the most important bridge over the Zayanderud River. There is a pavilion located in the middle of the structure where the Safavid King stayed sometimes.
Early in the morning we will drive from Isfahan to the historical city of Yazd.Yazd was listed as one of the world's heritages by UNESCO in 2017.Yazd has different titles, including the “Bride of the Desert”.If you are interested in more information about the Desert’s Bride read our article "X".We will have a stop in the city of Naein on our way from Isfahan to Yazd, and you will visit the beautiful sights of the city.
In the morning, Iranviva is planning to take you outside the city of Yazd, to the village of Kharānaq, dating back to more than 4,000 years ago. Then we will visit Chak Chak, one of the holiest sites of Zoroastrians.After visiting Kharānaq and Chak Chak, we will return to Yazd to visit other places of the city the rest of the day.Among the monuments you are about to visit on this day are Yazd Atash Behram (Fire Temple of Yazd), Jama masjid (mosque), etc.Yazd Atash Behram is one of the holiest sites for the followers of Zoroastrianism, and today it is one of the tourist attractions of the city of Yazd.The sacred fire of the temple that has been burning nonstop for years, is one of the tourist attractions of this beautiful place.For more information about the Zoroastrians of Yazd, don’t miss our article "X".
On the way from Yazd to Shiraz, first we will visit Pasargadae, the capital of the Achaemenid Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great.Among the important monuments in Pasargadae is the tomb of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid dynasty.After Pasargadae, we will go to Shiraz, the city of poetry and literature.After arriving in Shiraz you will go to the hotel and take a rest.After the break, you will prepare for your visit to the tombs of great Iranian poets, Saadi and Hafez.If you are interested in more information about Shiraz, read our article "X".Also, if you are interested in more information about Shiraz and places related to the Zand dynasty read our article "X".
The name of Shiraz always comes with the name of Persepolis, and the first image that comes to our mind after hearing the name of Shiraz, is that of massive column bases and capitals along with the gates of Persepolis. Today we plan to visit Persepolis, one of the historical wonders in this country.Persepolis, the formal capital of the Achaemenid, is nowadays one of the most popular and most visited tourist sites of this land and this city.Among other plans during your stay in Shiraz is visiting the bazaar. If you are interested in crafts, especially Iranian crafts the traditional bazaars in the country are undoubtedly one of the most attractive places for you to visit.If you are interested in more information about Pasargadae and the great Achaemenid places read our article "X".
One of the tourist attractions mentioned in different travelogues by tourists who have traveled to Iran is Persian garden.A Persian garden has a particular form and structure with different elements, including: sunlight, shade, water, buildings.1. The garden is usually located in a stream path.2. They are usually enclosed with walls.3. There is a summer mansion and a swimming pool in the garden.Today, Iranviva Group is going to take you to visit the gardens of Shiraz, one of the best representations of the Persian Garden. The beautiful gardens like Eram Garden and Qavam House (Narenjestan e Ghavam).Also, to add to the beauties of your journey, Iranviva Group have planned for you to visit Nasir-ol-molk Mosque, Vakil Mosque, Vakil Bazaar, Arg (citadel) of Karim Khan, etc.
Return Home with Wonderful MemoriesIt’s time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made, and all the wonderful places you have been to.We will accompany you to the airport for your flight home. Here is the end of one of the most memorable trips of yours.If we could make you great experiences and memories on your trip, do not hesitate in recommending us to your friends. Iranviva Group also invites you to another trip to Iran to show you other aspects of the beauties of this land.We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your tour and any suggestions you may have for the future.
Isfahan Province
The city was known as Apadana, Asfahan, Asbahan in the past. Isfahan, the third most populous city in Iran, is a memorial from the brilliant era of the Sassanid architecture.
The Sassanids established the first religious government in which the Zoroastrian priests played a prominent role. For this reason, many fire temples were constructed throughout Iran, including the city of Isfahan. Nowadays one of the reasons for traveling to Isfahan is visiting these fire temples.
Read more about the followings in this article:
Jay Bridge, Gaz Caravanserai, Rahrovan Minaret, Menar-Jomban (The Shaking Minarets), Qeysarie bazaar, Honar Gold Bazaar, Abbasi Hotel, Chehel Sotoon palace, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Ali Qapu mansion, Shah Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
For more information about Isfahan for tourists traveling to Iran and Traveling to Isfahan
A visit to one of the Zoroastrian places in Yazd
People from this desert city are famous in Iran for their good deeds, honesty, civility, and dignity. The city of Yazd is located on a plain, in the central plateau of Iran. This city, which is located between the mountains of Shirkooh and Kharaneq, is bordered by the cities of Meybod and Ardakan to the north, the cities of Taft and Abarkuh to the south, the city of Isfahan to the west, and the cities of Ardakan and Bafq to the east.
Read more about the followings in this article:
The History of the Ancient Fire and Bahram Fire Temple, History of Fire, Farvahar, The Face of the Old Man, The Old Man’s Right Hand, The Ring in the Old Man’s Left Hand, The Wings, Three Rows of Feathers on the Wings, The Circle at the Waist of the Wise Old Man, The Two Streamers and The Tail
For more information about Yazd and its beautiful places and the Zoroastrian places in Yazd
Shiraz City
Shiraz is the Center of Fars Province and capital of ancient Iran. This city has been surrounded by Darak Mount at West, and Bamo, Sabzpovan, Chehel Magham and Baba Koohi Mountains at North.
There is no specific agreement for antiquity of Shiraz among Historians and Archaeologists; however, the point stressed by all historians and archaeologists is the antiquity of Takhte-Jamshid Region going back to Akhamaneshid Era.
Other names of Shiraz as mentioned in historical books and documents include Tirazis, Shirazis and Shiraz.
According to some historical documentations of Islam, the initial place of Shiraz was Abunasr Castle where transferred to its modern-day area during Bani-Omayeh Dynasty. Such transfer however accompanies with extermination of Estakhr City, the Capital of Fars.
Read more about the followings in this article:
First destination tour of Shiraz is Jahan-Nama Garden, Visiting Takht Garden, Chehel-Tan Garden, Delgosha Garden in Shiraz, Afif-abad Garden, Narenjestan-e-qavam Garden, Ilkhani Garden and Eram Garden in Shiraz.
For more information about Shiraz, please read shiraz for tour planning and shiraz’s tours.
A brief history of Tehran Bazaar
Tehran bazaar was built during the Shah Tahmasb Safavid period, and some parts were added to it during Qajar era. According to some historians, it was completed and perfected during the Nasir al-Din Shah era, and this time was considered as the golden period of the Grand Bazaar.
Read more about the followings in this article:
A brief history of Tehran Bazaar, Starting the Tehran Grand Bazaar Tour, Passing through the Hazrati Bazaar, Seyed Ismail bazaar, known as the Vendors’ Market, Seyed Ismail bazaar history, Continue to Chehel-Tan bazaar, Passing through the big Chahar-Soogh (Chahar-Sough), Ahangaran Bazaar, Shah Mosque, Beauties of the Shah Mosque
For more information about Saad abad museum, Saad abad complex and Tehran Grand Bazaar
Costs included
- Transport
- Meals
- Snacks
- Accommodation fees
- Entrance fees for historic sites, tourism and sports
- Provide equipment for climbing, canyoning, climbing, caving, etc.
Cost not included
- Visas fees
- Travel fees
- Accommodation fees before package start
- Accommodation fees after the end of the packages
- Special clothes fees (for adventure sports)
- Special equipment and clothes are available
- Passport
- Personal healthcare
- Appropriate clothing
- Walking shoes
- Cap
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
