Iran Winter Tour 2019
SO/2019
Visiting Cities: Shiraz-Yazd-Isfahan-Matnabad-Abyaneh-Kashan-Tehran
This seven-day cultural tour offers the art and history lovers an opportunity to explore one of the most ancient lands with a glorious history and civilization in winter. In Shiraz, known as the city of poems, visit Narenjestan Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the amazing Nasir al-Mulk Mosque where you can witness the astonishing play of light and colors. Strolling through Persian traditional bazaar and splendid mosques, visit the Tomb of Hafez, one of the greatest Persian poets. On way to Isfahan- the cultural capital of Iran- visit the magnificent Persepolis (the UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Naqsh-e Rustam, the ancient necropolis of the powerful Achaemenian kings. In Isfahan, visit Naqsh-e Jahan Square (the UNESCO World Heritage Site) as well as traditional bazaar and historical bridges on Zayandeh Rud River. Stay overnight at Matinabad Eco-resort (the only eco-camp in Iran) in the heart of the desert and under the vast sky full of stars. En route from Matinabad to Kashan, visit Natanz, the city that is famous for its pleasant climate. In ancient Kashan, visit Fin Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and historical Tabatabaie House. Head toward Tehran- the capital of Iran- to visit Golestan Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the great museums of National Museum of Iran, and National Jewelry Museum housing some priceless pieces of Iran’s rich history and ancient civilization.
Price for Package
Single Supplement: 30.00 EURO |
Tour Itinerary Duration
7 Days & 6 Nights
ShirazDay 1Arrive in Shiraz. Our guide is waitng to greet and transfer you to the hotel.
Overnight in Shiraz
ShirazDay 2After breakfast visit Narenjestan (a traditional and historical house in Shiraz, dated back to Qajar era), then visit Nasir ol Mulk Mosque from Qajar era which includes extensive colored glass in its façade; it is also named the Pink Mosque, due to the usage of considerable pink color tiles for its interior design. Stroll through Vakil Bazaar and mosque; this mosque was built between 1751 and 1773, during the Zand period. Vakil means regent, which was the title used by Karim Khan, the founder of Zand Dynasty, then visit the Tomb of Hafez a great Persian poet. At night visit the Holy Shrine of Ali Ebne Hamzeh (you will visit this shrine from inside). O/N in Shiraz
SHIRAZ-PERSEPOLIS-IsfahanDay 3After checking out of the hotel, we will board the vehicle and head towards Isfahan. En route visit Persepolis (Takht-é Jamshid) in the heart of the fabled Persian Empire. Once one of the greatest architectural wonders of the ancient world, it was founded by Darius the Great, who made it his capital in 518 BC. Then we will visit Naghshe Rostam Necropolis of the Achaemenes. Drive to Isfahan. In Isfahan go to Naghsh-e-Jahan Square to visit this beautiful site in the evening. Then stroll along old bridges across Zayandeh Roud River such as Siosepol and Pole Khajou. O/N in Isfahan
ISFAHAN-MATINABAD ECO RESORTDay 4After breakfast, exploring Naghsh-e-Jahan Square (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage) which was built in 16th century and has four monuments at its dimensions: Ali-Qapou Palace which was built by decree of Shah Abbas in the early seventeenth century; the great monarch used to entertain noble visitors and foreign ambassadors. Shah Mosque that was built during the Safavid period and it is one of the everlasting masterpieces of architecture in Iran. Sheikh lotfallah Mosque which is a masterpiece of Iranian and Islamic architectures and Gheysarieh Bazaar. Then drive to Matinabad. Before sleeping in Matinabad you can enjoy starry night of the desert. O/N in Matinabad Camp
MATINABAD-NATANZ-KASHAN-TEHRANDay 5Enjoying a local breakfast of the organic farm products. After camel riding (optional), drive to Natanz and visit Ceramic Workshop and its Friday mosque. Continue to Kashan and visit Fin Garden (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE) one of the historical Persian gardens, and after that, if time permits visit Tabatabaie house a historical house in Kashan. Continue to Tehran. O/N in Tehran
TEHRAN-IKADay 6Today you visit Archaeological Museum that hosts historical monuments dating back through preserved ancient and medieval Iranian antiquities and then visit Golestan Complex a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE (Two Palaces) Literally the name means the Roseland Palace, is the former royal Qajar complex. The oldest of the historic monuments in Tehran. And National Jewelry Museum (open from Saturday till Tuesday 14:00 hrs to 16:30 hrs) Most of the royal jewelry of Iran is in display in this museum from Safavid, Afsharid, Ghajarid and Pahlavid dynasties. O/N in Novotel
DepartureDay 7Early morning hotel check out and group transfer to airport for flight back home.
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The prices include
| The price for Fixed Departure Program, per pax, based on Half Board, in Shared DBL Room
would be as follow:
♦ The above price is based on 6 nights’ accommodation. For any additional overnight causing by arrival time, you have to pay an additional cost. |
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| The price includes:
1. Entrance Fees ⊗ 2. Portage ⊗ 3. Tips ⊗ (in restaurants & hotels, not for guide and driver) 4. All In and Out Transfers (with a Persian Speaking Driver) ⊗ 5. All transportation ⊗ 6. Refreshment: two 0.5 ltr Small bottles of mineral water every day ⊗ |
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| For more information please contact us at Maryam@idt.ir | |||||||||
Tour highlight
- Milad tower
- Golestan Complex
- Narenjestan or Eram garden
- Tomb of Hafez
- Nasir ol Mold mosque (Pink mosque)
- Karim Khan Citadel
- Persepolis & Naghsh-e Rostam
- Pasargadae
- Imam square with Imam and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
- Alighapou palace
- Chehel Sotoun Palace
- Fin garden
Included services
- Visa
- Transport
- Tour guide
- Accommodation
DATES & PRICES
| 14/01/2019 Monday (Check in after 14:00 hrs) | 20/01/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 21/01/2019 Monday (Check in after 14:00 hrs) | 27/01/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 28/01/2019 Monday (Check in after 14:00 hrs) | 03/02/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 11/02/2019 Monday (Check in time: 14:00 hrs) | 17/02/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 18/02/2019 Monday (Check in time: 14:00 hrs) | 24/02/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 25/02/2019 Monday (Check in time: 14:00 hrs) | 03/03/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 04/03/2019 Monday (Check in time: 14:00 hrs) | 10/03/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO | |
| 11/03/2019 Monday (Check in time: 14:00 hrs) | 17/03/2019 Sunday | 340.00 EURO | 30.00 EURO |
