Silk Road Tour

Historical Tour

price

duration

15 days

tour type

historical

Overview

The Iran Silk Road Tour is a time-travel through the Silk Road in Iran. The Silk Road Tour is a tour to step into the shoes of international merchants from ancient times to the modern period. The Iran Silk Road Tour includes visits to Islamic holy shrines, Persian caravanserais, Persian cuisine, Persian Sufism, Persian Literature, Alamut Assassins, Iran Churches, and the Iran Desert.

Tour Highlights

  • Cultural Tours
  • Duration: Days 15 / Nights 14
  • City: Mashhad-Sabzevar-Semnan-Tehran-Qazvin-Zanjan-Kandevan-Tabriz

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Itinerary

Arrive at Shahid Hasheminejad International Airport in Mashhad. Transfer to the hotel and rest. The early arrival includes a hotel booking for the night. Mashhad Overnight

After breakfast, visit Imam Reza’s Holy Shrine, the 8th Shiite Imam. Next, visit Goharshad Jameh Mosque, one of the most glamorous mosques in Iran, built in the early 15th century by the wife of Shah Rukh of the Timurid dynasty. Astan Quds Razavi Museums is the next visited place, filled with numerous valuable objects. After lunch, visit the Anthropology Museum of Mashhad to get to know the lifestyle of ethnic Khorasan people. Next, visit the tomb of Nader Shah (1688–1747), the last great King of Persia, to see his statue and to get to know his victory over his enemies and his effort to unify Persia once more after the fall of the Safavid Dynasty. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Mashhad

Drive north to Radkan village to visit Radkan Tower, a conical spired astronomical brick tower built by Khajeh Nasir Al-Tusi, one of the greatest Persian scholars of the Islamic Golden Age. Drive toward Tous, the birthplace of Abul-Qasem Ferdowsi Tusi, the author of Shahnameh (The Kings Book), in which he narrates the history and mythology of Ancient Iran in epic verse. Visit the epic statue inside the Tomb of Ferdowsi to get to know Iran’s history and literature. Next to that, visit the tomb of Mehdi Akhavan Sales, the Iranian modern poet and a passionate follower of Persian history and Ferdowsi. Then visit the

Tous Museum to see the vessels, potteries, bows, arrows, etc. used in the 4th and 5th centuries in Khorasan. Close to the tombs, visit Haroniyeh Mansion, a huge monument which rumor has it was built by order of Harun al-Rashid, the great Caliph of Baghdad, for keeping prisoners. The Bread Museum of Mashhad is the next place where you can see and touch the process and art of making bread. Transfer to Shandiz to have a Persian dinner at a traditional restaurant. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Mashhad

After breakfast, you can check out and drive toward Sabzevar. En route to Sabzevar, stop at Neyshabur, the city of poetry. Visit the Tomb of Khayyam, a marble monument designed by the architect Hooshang Seyhoun, one of the great architects of modern Iran. Read Khayyam poems translated by Edward FitzGerald in 1859 to get to the philosophy of Carper Diem. Walk toward Attar Neyshaburi Tomb, a Persian poet, theoretician of Sufism, and hagiographer who had a huge influence on Persian poetry and Sufism. Next to that, visit the Tomb of Kamal-ol-molk, the greatest Persian painter in the 17th century, whose paintings will be seen later at Golestan Palace in Tehran. After lunch, drive toward Sabzevar to visit Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar and Musalla of Sabzevar, built during the rule of Sarbedaran, a group of Persian patriots who fought for Persian culture against Mongol invasion. Step into Faramarz Khan’s Caravansary to see the handicrafts. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Sabzevar

Drive toward Shahroud, stopping for a short time to visit Khosrogerd Minaret, a Seljuk structure functioning as a path-finding lighthouse for caravans in the middle of the desert on the Silk Road. We resume our journey and stop for tea at Miyandasht caravanserai, the Silk Road’s largest caravanserai. Spend some time visiting the nearby brick-mud castle and water reservoir. Continue our trip to Rezaabad village, a unique village situated between the mountains and desert. Walk on the golden sands and spend the night around the fire in the starry night. O/N in Eco-lodge in Rezaabad

After breakfast, drive toward Shahroud to visit the tomb of Abu al-Hassan Kharaqani, one of the master Sufis of Islam and the teacher of great Persian scholars such as Avicenna and Mahmud of Ghazni. Walk into the Persian Garden-like complex to delve into the world of Sufism. Next, visit Bayazid Bastami Tomb, a controversial Persian Sufi with Zoroastrian roots who converted to Islam and reached one of the highest levels of Sufism. Drive toward Semnan. First, delve into the history by getting into the oldest part of Seman, Tepe Hissar, featuring an uninterrupted occupational history from the 5th to the 2nd millennium BCE. Next, visit Wall Barrow, a large wall built to protect the city from invaders. Then, visit Damghan Tarikhaneh Mosque, the second oldest mosque in Iran, which used to be a fire temple before Islam. Visit Pire Alamdar’s dome, a unique architectural style with Kufic epigraphy. Drive toward Semnan and rest in the hotel. O/N in Semnan

After breakfast, head to the city center to visit Semnan Arg Gate, a gate built in the late 18th century by order of Fath-Ali Shah Qajar. The gate’s exterior is covered with seven-colored tiles depicting Rustam, the great Persian warrior of Shahnameh, fighting with the white dragon. Next, visit Pahneh Bath, a Persian bath, to get to know the philosophy and function of different sections of the Hammam. Continue your trip to Garmsar to visit the Salt Mines of Garmsar, the best of its kind in Iran. Pick up your camera to walk through the tunnels formed over a length of 1.5 kilometers to take great pictures. Continue your trip to the ancient city of Rhagae or Rey, a city mentioned in the Bible. Visit Rey Castle, dating back to the Parthian Empire (247 BC–224 AD). Next to that, visit Fath Ali Shah’s inscription carved on stone, one of the best of its kind in the 18th century. Toghrol Historical Tower is the next important place, built by Seljuq ruler Turul Beg in the 11th century, functioning as a sundial, travelers’ guide and echoing the sound. Last but not least, if there is enough time, visit the most important holy shrine in Tehran, the Shah Abdol-Azim shrine. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Tehran

This morning, after a short leisure walk at the National Garden, Tehran, the only remaining Tehran gate, venture into the history of Persia from Paleolithic Time to early settlement in the villages and from the Elamite Empire to the Sassanid Empire at the National Museum of Iran. After having a Persian meal for lunch, spend the afternoon exploring the labyrinthine alleys of the Tehran Grand Bazaar, the economic heart of Iran. Stop at Haj Ali Darvish Tea House, the smallest tea house in the world, to taste traditional saffron and mint tea. Then take a guided walk through the extraordinary Golestan Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 16th century). Hear the story of Tehran’s settlement from a small village to a metropolis while visiting the main stunning palaces merging Persian art with European architecture. Transfer to the hotel and rest. In the evening, we will go to Darband Mountain for dinner. O/N in Tehran

After breakfast, head to Uptown to visit the Sa’dabad Complex (Green Palace Museum & White Palace, and Master Farshchian Miniature Museum), home to the Qajar and Pahlavi monarchs. The complex includes more than 180 hectares of natural forest, streets, galleries, mansions, palaces, and museums. The National Jewelry Treasury (open from Saturday to Tuesday) houses the priceless and most unique jewelry collection in the world. Then visit the Carpet Museum of Iran to see the best collection of Persian carpets from the 16th century to the present. Then visit Milad Tower, the sixth-tallest tower and the 24th-tallest freestanding structure in the world. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Tehran

Drive toward Alamut, a notorious spot for rebels and assassins. Trek to the famous castle of the Assassins, Alamut Castle, in the Alborz Mountains. Get to know the history of the great leader, Hassan-e Sabbh, and his ideology behind the assassinations, and enjoy the beautiful trekking path from Qazvin to Mazandaran. Drive back to Qazvin to taste an ethnic dish of Gheymeh Nesar. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Qazvin

In the morning, head to Chehel Sotun Palace, built by Tahmasp I Safavid for his residence as the second capital of Persia in the Safavid Era. The palace is decorated with colorful stain glasses and stucco. Enjoy a leisurely walk in the Safavieh Garden & Historical Complex. Pass Ali Qapu to enter the first street of Iran, Sepah Street. Continue walking to the Tomb of the Four Prophets, a burial of Jewish prophets: Sahuli, Salam, Alqia, and Saloum. They are said to be the prophets who brought the news of the birth of Christ from Jerusalem to the East. Head to visit Sardar Bozorg Cistern, the greatest water reservoir in the east of Iran. Then take a walk in Aminiha Hosseiniyeh, a Persian house-style ornamented with colorful glasses, subtle woodwork, and stunning stucco design. After lunch, drive toward Zanjan. Visit the only Chinese temple in Iran, built in the early 14th century. Dashkasan Dragon Temple is decorated with two raised dragons and some Islamic Mihrabs on two sides of it. Our next stop is the Dome of Soltaniyeh (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the third largest dome in the world after the domes of Florence Cathedral and Hagia Sophia. Drive toward Zanjan to visit the Rakhtshoykhaneh Museum. The museum shows the lifestyle of locals washing their clothes in the river and the story behind it. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Zanjan

Drive toward Takab. Spend the day discovering the symbolic and spiritual significance of fire and water in the archaeological ensemble of Takht-e Soleyman, aka Azar Goshnasp Fire Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Built during the Sassanid Empire, the fire temple is an exclusive home for “Kings’ Warriors” to bow before the holy fire and make sacrifice to the Persian goddess of water and rain, Anahita. Before entering into this main sanctuary, which is the foremost religious architecture in Zoroastrianism, take a walk around the fortified oval lake to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the valley. Next, climb up the zig-zag pathway toward the conical peak known by locals as Zendan-e Soleyman (Solomon’s Prison), where sacrifices were made by religious leaders of Mannaeans, dating back to the 1st millennium B.C. Stay in a local eco-lodge in Takab. Drive toward Kandovan village, the exotic conical houses carved into the mountain. O/N in Kandovan.

Drive toward Tabriz, the first capital of the Safavid Dynasty. Take a light walking tour of the Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where a series of interconnected, covered, brick structures and buildings are joined to each other to form the largest covered traditional bazaar in the world. Next, visit the Blue Mosque, known as the Turquoise of Islam for its turquoise-colored exterior and interior. Built by the order of Jahan Shah, the ruler of Kara Koyunlu in the 15th century, the mosque displays Kufic and Thulth scripts, exquisite arabesque patterns, and admirable choramatic facade compositions. Our next visiting place is the Constitution House of Tabriz, where prominent figures such as Sattar Khan fought for the Persian Constitutional Revolution during the Qajar Dynasty. The house displays the sculptures of famous Iranian constitution revolutionaries and their personal belongings, such as weapons, underground published newspapers, and letters. Transfer to the hotel and rest. O/N in Tabriz.

Set off by a private car for a Christian-themed full-day excursion. Visit St. Thaddeus Monastery (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) dating back to the 7th century. A monument bears testimony to very important interchanges with the other regional cultures, in particular the Byzantine, Orthodox, and Persian. Then explore Jolfa and pay a visit to Saint Stepanos Monastery (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with its long story and history. Back to Tabriz and rest in a hotel. O/N in Tabriz.

Transfer to the airport. The end of the tour

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Grand Tour

Historical Tour

price

duration

13 days

tour type

historical

Overview

The “Iran Grand Tour” is the most comprehensive tour in Tehran Travels Nili agency and an exceptional opportunity in which you will go to the distinctive historical places as well as the least visited spots of our beautiful and historical country in about two weeks.


On this tour, you can see many historical and beautiful places like Persian gardens and the splendid pavilions or palaces inside them, such as Golestan Palace, Chehel Sotun Palace, Fin Garden, Dowlat Abad Garden, and Eram Garden. You will also enjoy visiting museums like the unique Jewelry Museum in Tehran and the Music Museum in Isfahan. In the evenings, strolling in the cities would be truly pleasant and make you more familiar with the friendly people of Iran.

There are some historical complexes in different cities in Iran. Each one consists of different parts, like mosques and Persian bazaars. They are the impressive Nghsh-e Jahan square in Isfahan; the Vakil complex in Shiraz; and the Amir Chakhmaq complex in Yazd.

There are some really superb historical attractions near Shiraz, namely the magnificent Persepolis, Nqsh-e Rostam, and Pasargad.

In the “Grand Tour Iran” tour, you will also visit many lesser-known places; for example, a traditional workshop for fabric weaving in Yazd, the water museum in Yazd, and the traditional place for storing ice (Yakhchal). You will see a really old cypress in the city of Abarkuh from 2000 B.C. In Hamedan, you will visit the largest water cave, Ganjnameh, which is both a historical and a natural site.

On this trip, you will visit the world’s largest adobe citadel, which is a world heritage, and you will also visit the most beautiful garden in Iran, which is also a world heritage, in Mahan, and you will have a good time walking in this garden.

As you’ve noticed, on this tour you will explore several attractions in different parts of beautiful Iran. It will surely be a unique and memorable journey for you. Grab the chance and join us on the “Grand Tour Iran” tour.

Tour Highlights

  • Historical Tours
  • Duration: Days 13/ Nights 12
  • City: Historical Tour in Iran (Tehran-Hamadan – Kermanshah–Kashan- Isfahan – Shiraz – Yazd –Bam – Kerman)

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Exclusions

Itinerary

Arrival at Tehran airport, transfer to a sightseeing city tour of Tehran to visit the Archaeological Museum, Golestan Palace (world heritage),

O/N Tehran

Drive to Hamadan for sightseeing. In Hamadan, we will visit Ester and Mordkhay tombs (Jewish holy shrines), Alaviyan dome, and Hegmataneh hill. O/N Hamedan.

Excursion to Kermanshah for the day; en route, see the Anahita Temple at Kangavar, the Achaemenian inscriptions and reliefs at Bisotoun, and the Sassanian rock-relifs at Tagh-e-Bostan; then return to hotel O/N Hamadan.

Drive to Isfahan. En-route, visit Fin Garden, Sialk Hill, and Boroujerdi House in Kashan. O/N Isfahan.

In the morning we will visit Imam Square, the huge open square in the center of Isfahan with four monuments on four sides, including the Imam mosque, covered inside and outside with intricate turquoise tiles; the smaller Sheikh Lotfollah mosque contains some of the best mosaics from the 17th century; Ali Ghapoo Palace, which was the first skyscraper in Iran; and Isfahan Bazaar, where you can visit the workshop of artists who paint miniatures, sometimes on bone. In the afternoon, we will visit Si-o-Se Pol (thirty three) and Khajoo Bridges over Zayanderud, relax in one of the traditional tea houses, drink tea and smoke Persian water pipes. O/N Isfahan.

We will visit the Armenian quarter of Jolfa, Vank cathedral, Friday mosque, Shaking Minarets and Chehel Sotoun, also known as the Forty Column Palace, with its exquisite wall paintings. O/N Isfahan. 

Drive to Yazd, stopping en route to see the Friday Mosque at Naeen, then taking a half-day city tour of Yazd to see the Towers of Silence, the Fire Temple, and the Friday Mosque, O/N Yazd.

Drive to Kerman; half-day city tour of Ganj-Ali-Khan Complex (bath, caravanserai, and bazaar), Friday Mosque; overnight in Kerman.

We will visit the remains of Bam citadel, the magnificent Mausoleum of Shah Nematollah e Vali, a great Sufi, and the lovely Shahzadeh (Prince) Garden in Mahan. Kerman, O/N.

Drive to Shiraz, en-route visiting the Sassanian Palace at Sarvestan, O/N Shiraz.

Full day excursion to Persepolis, Naghsh-e-Rostam, and Pasargadae, O/N Shiraz.

Shiraz city tour: Eram Garden, Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque, Eram Garden, poets Hafez and Sa’di’s tombs, and bazaar; fly to Tehran; transfer to hotel; O/N Tehran.

Transfer to IKA airport and departure to your home country.

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Golden Road Tour

Historical Tour

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duration

6 days

tour type

historical

Overview

“Iran Golden Roade Tour” is the most comprehensive tour in Tehran Travels Nili agency and an exceptional opportunity in which you will go to the distinctive historical places as well as least visited spots of our beautiful and historical country in about one week.

Distinctive and well-known old monuments; from splendid historical houses of Kashan, the great Naghsh-e Jahan Sq. in Isfahan, ancient fire temple in Yazd to lovely Nasir-ol Molk Mosque (or Pink Mosque) in Shiraz and the magnificent Persepolis and Necropolis near to Shiraz .

If you are eager to explore the historical Iran, seize the chance to join this inclusive tour and visit several historical places, from known to lesser-known that you won’t find in any other itineraries. For lovers of history “Iran Golden Roade Tour” is a must do travel.

Tour Highlights

  • Historical Tours
  • Duration: Days 6 / Nights 5
  • City: Historical Tour (Tehran – Shiraz – Yazd – Isfahan)

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Itinerary

Arrival at Tehran airport, transfer to sightseeing in Tehran.

We will visit the Archaeological & Islamic Art Museum, the finest museum in Iran, where you’ll view a collection of ancient Persian civilization. Then we will visit Golestan Palace (a world heritage site). In the evening, fly to Shiraz, transfer to the hotel, and rest. O/N Shiraz.

We will visit Eram and Narenjestan Gardens, Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque, Hafez (or Saadi) mausoleum, Vakil Bazaar and the most astonishing mirror decoration of Aliebnehamze Holy Shrine. O/N Shiraz.

Drive to Yazd; en route we will visit Qoran Gate, Persepolis (a castle made by free workers, not slaves in 500 BC), Necropol (tombs of Achamenian kings) and Passargad, the tomb of Cyrus the Great, which was the Achamenian center. O/N Yazd.

In the morning, we will explore on foot this ancient city. We will visit narrow alleys, the highest wind tower in the city, which keeps the buildings cool, the Friday mosque from the 14th century, and a Zoroastrian temple where sacred fire has been kept alive for hundreds of years and is now a Zoroastrian pilgrim center. This is an opportunity to learn about Zoroastrianism, the Persian religion before the Arabs introduced Islam to Iran. Then go to the Towers of Silence on the outskirts of the city, which was a burial place for Zoroastrians. In the afternoon, drive to Isfahan. En route, we will visit Naeen Castle and an old caravansary. O/N Isfahan.

In the morning we will visit Imam Square, the huge open square in the center of Isfahan with four monuments on four sides, including the Imam mosque, covered inside and outside with intricate turquoise tiles; the smaller Sheikh Lotfollah mosque contains some of the best mosaics from the 17th century; Ali Ghapoo Palace, which was the first skyscraper in Iran; and Isfahan Bazaar, where you can visit the workshop of artists who paint miniatures, sometimes on bone. In the afternoon, we will visit Si-o-Se Pol (thirty three) and Khajoo Bridges over Zayanderud, relax in one of the traditional tea houses, drink tea and smoke Persian water pipes. O/N Isfahan.

Continue to Tehran, en route we will visit Fin complex in Kashan and the Masumeh shrine in Qom.

Transfer to Tehran IKA airport for your return flight. The end of tour 

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Explore Tour

Historical Tour

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duration

16 days

tour type

historical

Overview

On this tour, you can see many historical and beautiful places like Persian gardens and the splendid pavilions or palaces inside them, such as Golestan Palace, Chehel Sotun Palace, Fin Garden, Dowlat Abad Garden, and Eram Garden. You will also enjoy visiting museums like the unique Jewelry Museum in Tehran and the Music Museum in Isfahan. In the evenings, strolling in the cities would be truly pleasant and make you more familiar with the friendly people of Iran.

Staying one night in the historical house of Ameris and another night in a historical caravanserai will be an added bonus to the “Explore Iran” tour.The village of Abyaneh, near Kashan, is really worth visiting.

There are some historical complexes in different cities in Iran. Each one consists of different parts, like mosques and Persian bazaars. They are the impressive Nghsh-e Jahan square in Isfahan; the Vakil complex in Shiraz; and the Amir Chakhmaq complex in Yazd.

There are some really superb historical attractions near Shiraz, namely the magnificent Persepolis, Nqsh-e Rostam, and Pasargad.

On the “Explore Iran” tour, you will also visit many lesser-known places, for example, a traditional workshop for fabric weaving in Kashan, the water museum in Yazd, and the traditional place for storing ice (Yakhchal). You will see a really old cypress in the city of Abarkuh from 2000 B.C. In Hamedan, you will visit the largest water cave, Ganjnameh, which is a historical and also a natural site.

As you’ve noticed, on this tour you will explore several attractions in different parts of beautiful Iran. It will surely be a unique and memorable journey for you. Grab the chance and join us on the “Explore Iran” tour.

Tour Highlights

  • Cultural Tours
  • Duration: Days 16 / Nights 15
  • City: Tehran – Kashan – Koohpayeh – Yazd – Shiraz – Isfahan – Hamadan – Tehran

Inclusions

Exclusions

Itinerary

Arrival to Tehran. Greetings by your guide and Transfer to the hotel. O/N in Tehran

Golestan Palace, Negarestan Garden, Jewelry Museum (from Sat to Tue), Tabiat Bridge at night. O/N in Tehran.

Drive to Kashan Kashan Highlights: Fin Garden, Boroujerdi House, Tabatabaie House, Mohtashami fabric weaving workshop. O/N in Kashan.

Drive to Koohpayeh Highlights: Abyaneh, en route. O/N in Koohpayeh Caravansary.

Drive to Yazd via Naein – Aghda – Meybod Highlights: Narin Qaleh – Pigeon Tower – Chaparkhaneh Caravansary – Historical Icehouse O/N in Yazd

Yazd Highlights: Dowlat Abad Garden-Amir Chakmaq-Water Museum-Jama Mosque-Tower of Silence-Prison of Alexander O/N in Yazd

Drive to Shiraz Highlights: Sarv-e Abarkuh and Aghazadeh House en route in Abarkouh. Abarkouh Icehouse. Pasargadae en route. O/N in Shiraz.

Shiraz Highlights: Hafez Mausoleum, Sa’adi Mausoleum, Shah Cheraq Holy Shrine, Vakil Complex, Quran Gate. O/N in Shiraz.

Shiraz Highlights: Eram Garden, Narenjestan Graden, Nasir-ol Molk Mosque, Karim Khan Citadel. O/N in Shiraz.

Drive to Isfahan Highlights: Persepolis and Naghshe-rustam en route. O/N in Isfahan.

Isfahan Highlights: Naqshe Jahan Square, Chehel Sotun Palace, Khaju Bridge. The Music Museum O/N in Isfahan.

Isfahan sightseeing Isfahan Highlights: Sio-se Pol bridge, Vank Cathedral, Jolfa distinct, O/N in Isfahan.

Drive to Hamadan via Arak. O/N in Hamadan: Eco Lodge Varkaneh.

Hamadan sightseeing Hamadan Highlights: Stone Lion, Ganjnameh Complex. Baba Tahir and Avicenna Mausoleum. Tomb of Esther and Mordechai O/N in Hamadan: Eco lodge Varkaneh

Hamadan Highlights: city of Lalejin – Alisadr Cave O/N in Hamadan: Eco lodge Varkaneh

Drive to Tehran and fly back home from Imam Khomeini Airport.

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Caspian Sea Tour

Historical Tour

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duration

11 days

tour type

historical

Overview

Iran Caspian Sea Tour will take you to cities near the Caspian Sea in northern Iran to explore Iran’s North Forest and coastal cities. Visit Masuleh, a terraced village; sample Iranian Caviar in Talesh; and take in the breathtaking scenery of the Heyran mountain pass. Visit Ardabil, the city of the founder of the Safavid Dynasty; the colorful mountains of Aladaghlar; and visit Tabriz, the city of carpets on the Silk Road.

Tour Highlights

  • Historical Tours
  • Duration: Days 11 / Nights 10
  • City: Tehran-Tabriz-Kandovan-Maku-Urumiyeh-Maragheh-Sarain-Ardabil-Anzali-Masuleh-Rasht-Zanjan

 

Inclusions

Exclusions

Itinerary

Arrive at Tehran Airport and transfer to Hotel O/N Tehran.

City tour in Tehran, visiting the Archeological Museum, Sa’dabad Palace, and Carpet Museum, Evening flight to Tabriz, transfer to O/N Tabriz.

In the morning, visit the Azarbaijan Museum, then drive toward Kandovan Village, a living example of human adaptation to exceptionally unusual natural surroundings, O/N Tabriz.

Drive to the Maku valley in the very NW of Iran. There you’ll view the 1000-year-old Ghare Kelisa (black church), which is the graveyard of Saint Thaddeus and located at the foot of a hill. Continue to Urumiyeh, O/N Urumiyeh.

After breakfast, visit Maryam church, then drive toward Maragheh. We will visit the Blue and Red Domes of Maragheh and Ghaffariyeh dome, O/N Maragheh.

After breakfast, drive toward Sarain. Sarein is a spa region with numerous hot mineral springs of various temperatures known for their therapeutic values. O/N Sarain

After breakfast, drive toward Ardebil. In Ardebil, we will visit Sheikh Safi-Ad-Din (great Sufi) mausoleum complex and drive toward the Caspian Sea in Anzali, O/N Anzali.

Morning cruise on Anzali lagoon, then drive toward the mountain village of Masuleh with the yellow-clay external façade of the houses. In fact, this 1000-year-old village resembles an anthropological and architectural museum, O/N Rasht.

After breakfast, visit the anthropology museum, then drive toward Zanjan, Hotel O/N Zanjan.

In the morning, visit Rakhtshor Khane Museum, then transfer to Tehran via VIA Soltaniyeh Dome, O/N Tehran.

Transfer to IKA airport and departure to your home country.

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