A Glance of Persia in 9 days

After breakfast at your hotel, our guide will meet you at the hotel and take you on a full-day tour of Tehran's must-see attractions. Your day will start with a visit to the Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former residence of the Qajar dynasty. From there, you'll explore Tehran's bustling Grand Bazaar, where you'll find a variety of shops selling everything from spices to textiles. Next, you'll visit the National Museum of Iran, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the country's rich history. Afterward, you'll head to 30 Tir Street, a popular shopping district, and then proceed to the Tabiaat Bridge, a modern architectural marvel that spans the Jajrood River.

Overnight: Tehran 

We'll start the day with an early breakfast at your hotel in Tehran before embarking on a journey along the southern route of the Silk Road to Isfahan. Our first stop will be in the holy city of Qom, where we'll visit the courtyard of the Fatima Masumeh holy shrine together. From there, we'll continue our journey to Kashan, one of the centers of Iranian rose water production, where we'll take a leisurely stroll through the UNESCO-listed Fin Garden and enjoy lunch. In the late afternoon, we'll arrive in Isfahan and have some exciting plans for the evening. The two most famous bridges in the east, Si-o-se Pol (also called 33-arch bridge) and the Khaju bridge, are romantically illuminated, inviting you to take a walk under the arcades.

Overnight: Isfahan

After a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Isfahan, we'll start the day by visiting the stunning Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the third largest square in the world. The square is flanked on three sides by impressive architecture, including the Aliqapu Palace, the Shah Mosque, and the breathtaking Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque with its blue-tiled entrance areas and domes. We'll visit both mosques and the palace before walking through the Chehel Sotun Palace. Afterward, we'll have some free time to explore the bazaar, stroll around the square, or have lunch in one of the local restaurants. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Azagedan teahouse together, before enjoying the rest of the day at your leisure.

Overnight: Isfahan

Before we depart from Isfahan, we'll visit the Friday Mosque and the Christian Armenian Vank Cathedral, along with its attached museum on the history of the Armenians. Afterward, the driver will take us on a two-hour drive to Nain, one of the oldest places in Iran, famous for its unique white carpets. We'll visit a weaving mill to learn about the production of these carpets and then visit the Friday Mosque. From there, we'll head to Yazd, where we'll arrive in the early evening and stroll through the atmospheric Amir Chakhmagh complex before heading to our hotel.

Overnight: Yazd

Today, we'll explore the charming mud brick city of Yazd, called Fahadan district, by car and on foot. Located in an oasis between the Lut and Kavir deserts, Yazd was an important trading base on the ancient Silk Road. Our first stop will be at the Tower of Silence, which was used by the Zoroastrians for funerals. From the tower complex, we'll enjoy stunning views of the fascinating mud brick city. We'll then spend the morning exploring the city, visiting the magnificent fire temples of the Zoroastrians, and the impressive Dowlat Abad garden with its traditional wind towers. At lunchtime, we'll have the option to try the special Yazdi cake at a local bakery. For dinner, we can visit the Silkroad restaurant and try some delicious camel meat. In the afternoon, we'll visit the important Friday Mosque and the ancient district called Fahadan, before heading back to our hotel.

Overnight: Yazd

Today, we'll have an early start as we make our way to Shiraz. Along the way, we'll stop at Pasargadae, located in the Zagros Mountains, where we'll marvel at the stunning tomb of Cyrus the Great. Afterward, we'll continue our journey to Persepolis, the ancient Achaemenid Residence, which will transport us deep into history. We'll spend some time exploring this fascinating site before heading to Naqsh-e-Rostam, where we'll visit the rock tombs for about an hour. From there, it's only a short one-hour drive to our centrally located hotel in Shiraz.

Overnight: Shiraz

After a good night's rest and a delicious breakfast, we'll embark on a discovery tour of the city. Our first stop will be at the stunning Nasir-al Mulk Mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque, followed by a visit to the Narenjestan Ghavam orange garden. From there, we'll head to the old town to explore the bustling Vakil Bazaar, where you can try the famous Faludeh, a local dessert. In the middle of the bazaar, we'll visit the Vakil bathhouse, which has been converted into a museum, and the Vakil Mosque, an impressive example of Zand-era architecture. Later, we'll drive to the Ali Ebn-e-Hamzah Shrine to learn more about its history and significance. In the afternoon, we'll visit the beautiful Eram Garden and, in the evening, we'll visit the mausoleum of the famous Persian poet Hafez, where our guide will bring his poetry to life with a few verses. For dinner, we'll invite you to a typical restaurant to savor some local cuisine.

Overnight: Shiraz

Today, it's time to bid farewell to the beautiful country of Iran. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we'll transfer you to Shiraz International Airport for your departure flight.