Iran Glory Tour in 21 Days

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Tehran Arrival at IKA. You will be welcomed and taken to the hotel by the tour guide. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

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Qeshm Island In the morning, you take a flight to Qeshm. Check in the hotel in Qeshm and have. Then, go to enjoy the nature of the island visiting Hara Forest Protected Area and Chahkooh Canyon, a UNESCO Global Geopark Site and an amazing valley which special shapes of its rocky walls is the result of erosion caused by rain. Overnight stay at the hotel in Qeshm.

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Qeshm Island Head to Hormoz Island. Have lunch there and go to visit sites in the island such as Salt Goddess (a huge salt crystal in wonderful shapes and different colors), Rainbow Valley (an amazing place that you can walk through colorful sand hills), Valley of the Statues (remnants of a severely eroded land with wonderful shapes that are created by the power of nature), Red soil mine, Portuguese Castle (constructed by the Portuguese occupying forces in the 16th century). Overnight stay at the hotel in Qeshm.

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Qeshm Island Go to visit Hengam Island enjoying its unique nature and watching dolphins, sea turtles and deer around the island. Have lunch, go shopping from the handicrafts local market. Do not forget to buy souvenirs. Then, pay a visit Naz Island, village of Borka Khalaf and The valley of stars that is the result of erosion of soil, sand, and rock related to Cenozoic geological period. Finally, visit Khorbas Cave which used to be a temple in Medes era and watch works of rock architecture on its walls. Overnight stay at the hotel in Qeshm.

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Chabahar Say good bye to Qeshm and head to Chabahar. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chabahar.

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Chabahar Visit Tropical Gardens of Kahir, Mud Volcano (a natural phenomenon in which the mud from underground springs erupts to the surface of the Earth). Then, go to Darak Beach, one of the purest beaches in Iran where has a great reputation for its eye-catching and dazzling sunset view and where desert and sea meet. Have lunch, take a rest and go shopping in the markets of Chabahar Free Trade-Industrial Zone. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chabahar.

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Chabahar Today in the city tour in Chabahar, you will visit Portuguese Castle, British Telegraph House, Chabahar Pink Lake, and Ficus religiosa (a very special and unusual tree). Then, go to visit Martian Mountains that evokes an image of planet Mars in one’s mind. Have lunch and pay a visit to Gwadar Bay which is located in the border of Pakistan and Iran. To enjoy boat riding and watching dolphins, go to Beris Port, Pasaabandar Port and Darya Bozorg Seaside Park (rocky beach). Overnight stay at the hotel in Chabahar.

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Chabahar Visit Tis Port, handicraft exhibitions and Chabahar Traditional Marketplace. Have lunch in Chabahar and leave the city to Kerman. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kerman.

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Kerman Visit Ganjali Khan Complex (which dates back to Safavid era) including Ganjali Khan Bazaar, Ganjali Khan Bathhouse, Ganjali Khan Chehar Soogh Cross way, Ganjali Khan Mosque, Ganjali Kan Square and Ganjali Khan Mint (Zarabkhaneh). It is time to have lunch. Go to visit Kerman Coppersmiths Bazaar, Ebrahim Khan Complex ( including Ebrahim Khan Bathhouse, Ebrahim Khan School, Ebrahim Khan Bazaar and etc.). Then, head to historical Arg Square and Moshtaghiye Square. The next place to visit is Jame Mosque of Kerman which building dates back to about 800 years ago. Continue your city excursion with a visit to Vakil Bathhouse which consists of a traditional tea house and a restaurant and enjoy its beautiful traditional environment. Take a rest there and have a cup of tea or coffee. Later, visit Qal'eh Dokhtar (a castle relating to Sassanid era which was used as a temple), Ardeshir Castle (the palace of Ardeshir), Khajeh Atabak Tomb (which is adorned with plaster and brick works), Moshtaghiye Dome, Moayedi Ice House, Jabaliyeh Dome (a dome made up of stone), Fire Temple of Zoroastrian and have a great night resting in Fath-Abad Garden. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kerman.

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Shahdad/Mahan Have breakfast at the hotel and leave for a visit to Shahdad and Mahan. En route to Shahdad, visit the beautiful village of Sirch, go on an excursion in desert and visit Shahdad kalouts (the largest and most beautiful natural cloddish phenomenon of desert). Head to Mahan, have lunch and go to visit Shah Nematollah Vali Shrine. Then pay a visit to Shazdeh Garden (one of the nine Persian Gardens) and Kerman Windmill (the largest windmill in the Middle East) and have a good time in its interior restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kerman.

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Rayen Head to Rayen to visit Rayen Castle, the second large brickwork structure in the world. Having had lunch, head to Shiraz. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

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Shiraz Visit Nazar Garden and Pars Museum where the tomb of Karim Khan Zand is located. Then, visit Vakil Complex (including Vakil Bath, Vakil Mosque and Vakil Bazaar). Have lunch and go to visit Arg of Karim Khan Zand which reflects the majesty of Zandiyeh art and architecture. At night, visit Tomb of Hafez and Tomb of Saadi to experience the cultural atmosphere of this romantic and historical city. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

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Shiraz Visit Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (known as the pink mosque as it is decorated with pink tiles) and Narenjestan-e-Ghavam Museum (a building that dates back to Qajar Era with amazing paintings on its wooden ceiling). Then, go to Zinat ol Molk House to see its wonderful mirror arts and architecture. Have lunch and pay a visit to Eram Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Afif-Abad Garden. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

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En route to Yazd Leave Shiraz to historical city of Yazd. En route, pay a visit to Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Pasargadae (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and then Naqsh-e Rostam or Necropolis all of which are remnants of Achaemenids Period, one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Having visited the monuments from one of the largest emperors in the ancient time, have lunch and head to Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site & the second historic city in the world). Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

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Yazd Visit Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun (Tower of Silence) which was used as Zoroastrian graveyard until 50 years ago. Then, go to visit Dolat Abad Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Have lunch, walk through the Old City of Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and visit Alexander's Prison. Get lost in the maze of lanes of this old city visiting Ashti Konoon Alleys, Ab Anbar (water reservoir) and view the historic zone of the city from the rooftop of the Art House to feel and experience the traditional lifestyle and culture of the local people still living around. Head to visit Jame Mosque of Yazd and Qanat of Zarch (the longest qanat in the world). Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

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Yazd Leave Yazd to Meybod and en route, pay a visit to Pir-e Sabz Chak Chak (one of the main Zoroastrians Shrines). Have lunch and drive to the historic city of Meybod to visit Pigeon Tower, Narin Castle, Meybod Ice House, Shah Abbasi Caravansary, Ziloo Museum and Chapar Khaneh (courier house). In the evening, head to Isfahan. Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

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En route to Isfahan Leave Yazd to Meybod and en route, pay a visit to Pir-e Sabz Chak Chak (one of the main Zoroastrians Shrines). Have lunch and drive to the historic city of Meybod to visit Pigeon Tower, Narin Castle, Meybod Ice House, Shah Abbasi Caravansary, Ziloo Museum and Chapar Khaneh (courier house). In the evening, head to Isfahan. Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

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Isfahan Visit Jame Mosque of Isfahan (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Then, head to the Armenian District of Isfahan, Jolfa, and visit Vank Cathedral and be amazed by its glory and beauty. Pay a visit to Music Museum to learn about various Persian musical instruments. Then, go to visit Hasht Behesht Palace (the most luxuriously decorated palace in Esfahan & UNESCO World Heritage Site). Have lunch and visit Chehel Sotoun Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site). In the evening, go to visit two famous bridges of Isfahan over Zayandeh River: Si-o-se Pol (33 bridges in form of a single bridge) and Khaju Bridge. Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

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Isfahan/ Tehran Let’s go to one of the most important and scenic places in Isfahan, i.e. Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which homes some of major sites such as Aali Qapu Palace, Masjed-e Shah and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. Have lunch and head to Tehran. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

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Tehran Have a memorable city tour in the capital of Iran to visit Golestan Palace Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site) that homes some other historical sites such as Shamsol Emareh, Salam Hall, Wind Tower Mansion and etc. Having visited these attractions, head to the National Garden and pass through Toopkhaneh Square, enter National Museum of Iran and visit historical treasures being kept there. Have lunch and pay a visit to The National Jewelry Treasury Museum, Abgineh Museum and Milad Tower. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

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Home According to the time of your departure flight, you will be taken to the airport. Before that, you may have enough time to wander in the city and meet the hospitable Iranians.

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Iran Glory Tour in 21 Days

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