Iran Royal Tour in 25 Days

1

Tehran Arrival at IKA. You will be welcomed at the airport and carried to the hotel by your tour guide. Check into the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

2

Hamedan Head to Hamedan and visit Alisadr Cave (UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest water cave). Have lunch and visit Lalejin Pottery Workshops to learn about the ancient pottery found in the region. Overnight stay at the hotel in Hamedan.

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Hamedan In the morning, leave the hotel to have a visit to Alavian Dome (a cube-shaped structure remaining from late Seljuk era) and then Tomb of Baba Taher (a well-known Persian poet). Head to Avicenna Tomb (a great Persian scientist), Tomb of Esther and Mordechai which is the most important pilgrimage site for Jews in Iran. The last place to visit today is Ganjnameh Tourist Resort Complex. Overnight stay at the hotel in Hamedan.

4

Hamedan / Khorramabad Leave Hamedan to Hegmataneh Hill (a large area of the Parthian city and a UNESCO World Heritage site). Then, visit Gregory Stepanos Church (dating back to about 400 years ago), Angelic Church and Castle Bath. Have lunch and drive to Khorramabad. Overnight stay at the hotel in Khorramabad (250 km – 4 hours).

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Khorramabad Let’s have a visit to the pure nature of Lorestan Province and go to Gerit Waterfall (an attractive waterfall with seven springs). Then, head to Bisheh Waterfall that flows in the heart of Zagros Mountains and enjoy its unique and great nature. Have lunch and pay a visit to nomadic tents and by meeting the nomads, learn about their life style, culture, and traditions. Overnight stay at the hotel in Khorramabad.

6

Khorramabad Today, you will see a mixture of history and nature. First, go to Falak-ol-Aflak Castle (a historical castle from the Sassanid era) and then Gerdab-e Sangi (a historical stony whirlpool). Brick Minaret, Khorramabad Inscription (a governmental decree written in Kufic) are the next places to visit. Have lunch and visit Shapuri Broken Bridge (from Sassanid era). Overnight stay at the hotel in Khorramabad.

7

Khorramabad / Dezful In the morning, visit Keeyow Lake (the only natural city lake in Iran), ride a boat and enjoy its fresh weather and green nature. Have lunch and drive to Ahvaz. Go on an excursion in the beautiful city of Ahvaz and head to Dezful. Overnight stay at the hotel in Dezful.

8

Susa Head to Susa (UNESCO World Heritage Site) where you can visit Tomb of Daniel and Shush Castle. Have lunch and go to visit Susa Museum, Apadana Castle (that used to be Palace of Darius), Haft Tepe (the remnant of a large city) and Chogha Zanbil (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Overnight stay at the hotel in Dezful.

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Dezful Head to Pamanar Village and visit the village and Shahyun Lake. Then, go to visit Kul Khersan Valley and enjoy its pure and pristine nature. Have lunch and visit the beautiful nature of Dez Dam and ride boat in it. Overnight stay at the hotel in Dezful.

10

Dezful Leave Dezful to visit Susan Plain which is a picturesque plain abundant with lily meadow flowers, mostly in red. Have lunch and get back to Dezful. In the afternoon, you are free. Overnight stay at the hotel in Dezful.

11

Abadan Leave Dezful to Abadan. En route, have lunch and go to visit Minoo Island, Arvand Kenar and Abadan Tah Lenji Bazaar. Overnight stay at the hotel in Abadan.

12

Abadan Visit Rangooniha Mosque and be amazed by its attractive Indian architecture, then visit Abadan Museum. Have lunch and head to Tah Lenji Market and see the local lifestyle. Overnight stay at the hotel in Abadan.

13

En route to Shiraz Head to Shiraz, visit the sights along the route and have lunch. 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 and enjoy its wonderful mirror arts. Have lunch and pay a visit to Eram Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Afif-Abad Garden. At night, visit Tomb of Hafez and Tomb of Saadi to experience the culture of this romantic and historical city. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shiraz.

15

Shiraz Visit Nazar Garden and Pars Museum where the tomb of Karim Khan Zand is located. Next, visit Vakil Complex including Vakil Bath, Vakil Mosque and Vakil Bazaar. Have lunch and head to Arg of Karim Khan Zand which reflects the majesty of Zandiyeh art and architecture. 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), Naqsh-e Rostam or Necropolis and then Pasargadae (UNESCO World Heritage Site) which are remnants of Achaemenids Period, one of the largest emperors in the ancient time. Have lunch and continue your way to Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site & the second historic city in the world). En route, arrive in Abarkuh to visit Sarv-e Abarkuh (a 4500-year-old cypress) and Aghazadeh Historical House. Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

17

Yazd Visit Zoroastrian Fire Temple (housing holy fire burning for over a thousand years). Then, head to the Old City of Yazd (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and visit Amir Chakhmaq Complex, Water Museum (where you will visit a historical house and find a great collection of water objects from qanats). Walk to Khan Complex (including Khan Bazaar, Khan Bath, Khan Square and Khan School from Qajar era). Have lunch and head to Desert Camp and enjoy off-road vehicle and camel riding. Walk on the sandy hills and watch the sunset. At night, take a look at the pure and beautiful sky and experience a unique peace and silence which can be found nowhere else. Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

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Yazd Visit Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun (Tower of Silence) which was used as a Zoroastrian graveyard until 50 years ago. Then, go to visit Dolat Abad Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Have lunch and walk through the historic zone of Yazd and visit Alexander's Prison. Get lost in the maze of lanes of this old city visiting Ashti Konoon Alleys, Ab Anbar (water reservoirs) and view the historic zone of the city from the rooftop of the Art House to feel and experience the traditional lifestyle. Majestic Jame Mosque of Yazd and Qanat of Zarch are the other sights that you will visit in your excursion to historical zone of Yazd. Overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

19

Mehriz / Yazd Head to Mehriz to visit historical monuments such as Pahlavanpour Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hassan Abad Qanat and Pire Naraki (a Zoroastrian shrine). Have lunch and head to Saryazd Village to visit Saryazd Castle, Gate of Farafar (which used to be the entrance of Yazd city in old days) and Zein-o-din Caravanserai (the only circular Shah Abbasi Caravanserai). Return to Yazd and overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

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Meybod / Yazd Head to Meybod and en route, go to visit Pir-e Sabz Chak Chak (one of the main Zoroastrian Shrines). Have lunch and drive to the historic city of Meybod where you can visit numerous historical sites such as Pigeon Tower, Narin Castle, Meybod Adobe Ice House, Shah Abbasi Caravansary, Ziloo Museum and Chapar Khaneh (courier house). Return to Yazd and overnight stay at the hotel in Yazd.

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Ardakan / Isfahan Leave Yazd to Ardakan to visit the historic zone of Ardakan city. Visit active workshops extracting sesame oil, handicraft workshop and saddlebag production workshop to learn about the traditional industries of the locals. Along the excursion, visit Jame Mosque of Ardakan, Khatami Historical House, Carpet Museum, Ardakan Watermill, Sadr Al-Fozala Darband, Majd Al-Olama Darband, Ardakan Qanat and Ardakan Temple. Have lunch and drive to the historical zone of Aqda to visit Pars Banoo Shrine (Zoroastrian Temple). Head to Isfahan. Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

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Isfahan Visit Jame Mosque of Isfahan known as Atiq Mosque. Then, head to the Armenian District of Isfahan, Jolfa, and visit Vank Cathedral and be amazed by its glory and beauty. Go to Music Museum and learn about various Persian musical instruments while listening to Persian music. Next, pay a visit to 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), Qeysarie Gate and Isfahan Bazaar. Overnight stay at the hotel in Isfahan.

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Isfahan Visit Naghsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site) which homes some of the most important sites such as Ali Qapu Palace, Imam Mosque, and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. After having lunch, head to Tehran and overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

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Tehran Visit Golestan Palace complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site) housing some historical sites such as Shamsol Emareh, Salam Hall, Wind Tower Mansion and etc. Having visited these attractions, head to National Garden and pass through Toopkhaneh Square, enter National Museum of Iran and visit historical treasures in the museum. Have lunch, visit The National Jewelry Treasury Museum, Abgineh Museum and Milad Tower. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tehran.

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Home According to your departure time, you will be transferred to the airport. Before that you may have enough time to have a walk in the city and say good-bye to Iran. Have a relaxing trip to home.

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