Journey of Iran
Journey of Iran
Best travel time: Round the year (warm in summer)
Type of the tour: Cultural and historical
Destinations: Tehran – Shahrud –Nishabur – Mashhad - Torbat Heydariyeh - Tabas – Yazd – Shiraz – Isfahan – Kashan – IKA International Airport
The turquoise journey of Iran description: The Iranian culture and art are not just limited to the central part. In the east, you can find different climates, art, history, and culture. The Turquoise journey of Iran will be full of beauty and wonder.
Note > It is supposed that most outbound flights land in the early morning in Iran. The final itinerary will be booked based on your starting and ending travel dates.
Note > There is the possibility to make the itinerary longer or shorter to suit your travel plan.
Travel itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in TehranÂ
You will be welcomed by PersiaTours agent as soon as you leave the customs gate and will be transferred to the booked accommodation place.
The city tour starts after a late wake up and breakfast around 11:00 or 12:00.
You will go to the central part of this big city passing through the National Archeological Museum, will visit some sections of Golestan Palace Compound covering the main highlighted ones such as Main Hall, Negarkhaneh, Emarat-e-badgir and Shamsol Emareh; following by one of the most precious and unique world museums: National Jewelry Museum (Just open from Saturdays to Tuesdays – 14:00 to 16:30).
Overnight Tehran
Day 2: Tehran excursion
You tour starts around 9:00 a.m. by visiting the beautiful big Sa’adabad Palace in the north of Tehran. Continue to the 4th tallest Middle East Tower, Milad Tower and then enjoy the panoramic tour past the old Tehran Grand Bazaar.
Overnight Tehran
Day 3: Drive to Shahrud (411 km)
Say goodbye to capital and continue to the north east. It is first a nice stop in city of Damghan not very far from Tehran. In Damghan, visit to pre-historic Tepe Hissar, then Tarikhaneh Temple or mosque, and continue with Jameh Mosque and Bazaar.
Continue the way to Shahrud for just 70km.
Overnight Shahrud
Day 4: Drive to Neyshabur (378 km)
Morning tour to the Tomb of Abu al-Hassan Kharaqani (Bayazid Bastami Complex) and then continue your journey to another province which is considered as the most religious place of Iran. Neyshabur is just some kilometers far from religious city of Mashhad; however, it is the land of history and culture and one of the most prominent Persian poets.
Overnight Neyshabur
Day 5: Neyshabur excursion and drive to Mashhad (130 km)
In this small city, you visit the famous wooden Mosque in the wooden village. Visit to prominent Persian poet, Omar Khayyam and Attar. Also, visit Mausoleum of Attar Nishabur as well as Kamal-ol-Molk tomb. Continue to the nearby city, Mashhad.
Overnight Mashhad
Day 6: Mashhad excursion and drive to Torbat Heydariyeh (154 km)
In the most famous religious city of Iran, take a tour to the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza, Shrine Museum and Nader Shah Mausoleum. Say goodbye and drive to the south. There is an overnight stop in Torbat Heydariyeh to break the long road to two parts, but there is a possibility to revise the package and pass the way from Mashhad to Tabas in one go.
Overnight Torbat Heydariyeh
Day 7: Drive to Tabas (400 km)
After a relaxing breakfast, you just walk through the city and leave it toward Tabas. Tabas is a small deserted city that seems to be out of anything, but you will find it interesting and enjoy interesting tours around.
Overnight Tabas
Day 8: Tabas excursion, drive to Yazd (366 km)
Exciting tour to Morteza Ali Canyon, it is like an adventurous excursion, so do not forget the suitable and extra clothes. You will walk through the hot spring as well. leave Tabas toward Yazd (366 km). check in the hotel and rest.
Overnight Yazd
Day 9: Yazd excursion
In the morning, you first get full of energy to start with Tower of Silence or Dakhmeh. The city excursion in Yazd continues with walking through the narrow old alleys to see the old houses and windcatchers (badgirs), the bazaar and Amir Chakhmaq Complex. Visit to the Zoroastrian Fire Temple and Water Museum with interesting explanations about old aqueduct construction. Before night sleep, you will have gain Dowlatabad Garden and dinner in a traditional restaurant.
Overnight Yazd
Day 10: Drive to Shiraz (440 km)
Early morning start is needed because you will stop en route to visit precious places and attractions. First you will stop and visit Abarkooh ancient cypress Tree. Then a longer stop in UNESCO world heritage of Pasargadae to learn of more about one main dynasties in the history of Iran. Continue to Shiraz and rest.
Overnight Shiraz
Day 11: Shiraz excursion
Experience the excellence of Nasir-ol- molk Mosque (Pink Mosque), Narenjestan Traditional House, Zinat ol Molk House in the morning and after lunch you continue this sophisticated itinerary with Arg of Karim Khan (Arg-e karim Khan) toward rich majestic Vakil Bazaar and Saraye Moshir. You wander through nearby streets and taste one of the city’s especial delights; Falooda.
Have a romantic ending of the day to the tomb of Persian poet Hafiz (Hafez).
Overnight Shiraz
Day 12: Drive to Isfahan (482km)
Say goodbye to the city of art and literature and continue to visit the remained amazing attractions ahead. By just less than one-hour drive, we stop in the UNESCO world heritage of Persepolis. Also you will visit Necropolis. Continue to the city of Isfahan.
Overnight Isfahan
Day 13: Isfahan excursion
Today you will be wondered by the originality of Naqshe Jahan Square as the UNESCO world heritage and distinctive culture and architecture throughout the Imam and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosques around the square. Continue full day city tour with Ali Qapu Palace, Chehel Sotoun Palace and great grand Bazaar around the square. At the end of Isfahan city tour, you experience the night walking to the romantic bridges of Isfahan.
Overnight Isfahan
Day 14: Drive to Kashan (215 km)
You visit Jame Mosque and Vank Cathedral and continue to the city of Kashan before lunch.
In kashan, you will visit the nice old houses dates back to 250 years ago.
Overnight Kashan
Day 15: Transfer to IKA international Airport
You will be driven to IKA airport (207km). If you still have time for more excursion, the tour will be extended.