Day 2: Tehran-Yazd

After your first Persian breakfast our Tourguide will pick you up and our sightseeing will start with the visit of the Saadabad-palace, including the Mellat (White)-Palace and the Green-Palace, both Places was used by the Pahlavi Kings, nowadays the Saadabad-complex and Palaces are for some welcome-ceremonies for international-Government Delegations that are welcomed there by the Iranian Government and at the most days of the year open for sightseeing. We continue to the Tajrish-Bazaar, the oldest traditional-Bazaar at North of Tehran, after walking and exploring the Bazaar, we drive to the center of the city and visit on the way the famous Tabiat (Nature-Bridge), that was designed by the Iranian female architecture Leyla Araghian , the bridge connects 2 public parks to each other.

For lunch we will have the opportunity to enjoy one of the most famous Persian traditional Dishes “Dizi” (Abgusht), at one of the most authentic-persian Restaurants that Iranian usually just went to it for eating Dizi.

After lunch we are going to the Iran National Museum exhibiting Persian historical artifacts dating back to 5,000 BC. Then, we will drive to the domestic airport while on the way we are make a stop at the Azadi-Monument, the landmark of Tehran. Finally we leave by plane Tehran for Yazd, the old city of Qanats and the main center of the Zoroastrian community in Iran.

Overnight: Yazd

Day 3: Yazd- Shiraz

In the morning, we will visit the Tower of Silence or Dakhma which Zoroastrians used for excarnation in the past. In the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, you will see the sacred fire known as Atash Bahram which has been constantly burning for over 1,500 years ago. Walking through the winding alleys of the Old District of Yazd (UNESCO), visit the Jameh-Mosque with the highest Minarett in Iran and explore the famous main Square Amir Chaghmagh. After a traditional culinary lunch in Yazd and enjoying the Gheimeh-Yazdi, we drive to Shiraz, the city of poems and gardens, and see the Quran Gate. (450 KM).

Overnight: Shiraz

Day 4: Shiraz

Today, we make our way through to the Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (also called the Pink Mosque) to record the amazing dance of colors and the rays of sun on our cameras. Then, go to the Vakil Complex– encompassing the mosque, bath, bazaar, and, and water cistern. We will visit Vakil Bath, and walk along Vakil Bazaar, with old shops, domed arches, caravanserais, and courtyards, where you can find different kinds of antiques. We will enjoy delicious traditional Shirazi food (Kalampolo) and some local dessert. In the afternoon, we will visit the Tomb of Hafez– one of the greatest Persian poets known as the “Master of Speech” and enjoy strolling in Eram Garden (UNESCO).

Overnight: Shiraz

Day 5: Shiraz- Persepolis- Pasargadae- Isfahan

In the morning, we will head to Isfahan. En route, we will visit Persepolis (UNESCO), the remarkable ruins of the Achaemenid capital 2,500 years ago. Next, we will visit Naqsh-e Rostam, the necropolis where the tombs of Achaemenid and later Sassanid kings were carved into the rocks. After that, we will go and visit Pasargadae, the tomb of Cyrus the Great- the founder of the Persian Empire. We will proceed to Isfahan, the city which was once called Half the World regarding its splendid beauty. At night, we will enjoy passing the old bridges of Isfahan (Si-o-Se Pol and Khaju) over Zayandeh Rud.

For dinner we will enjoy at one of the oldest Persian Restaurants from Isfahan, some local dishes from Isfahan, like the delicious Fessenjan-Stew, that is also made by Rice, Safran, Pomegranate, Walnut and chicken or lamb meat. (450 kM).

Overnight: Isfahan

Day 6: Isfahan

In the morning, we will be astonished by the beauty of Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO), the masterpiece of the Safavid era, embracing two mosques, a palace, and a bazaar with many shops, teahouses, and cafes. We will visit the magnificent Shah Mosque (Imam Mosque) with massive gateways, the glorious six-floor Ali Qapu Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque with its amazing dome and tile work, and Qeisarieh Bazaar where you can find every kind of Persian handicrafts and art in its roofed labyrinth. There will be free time for shopping for souvenirs. We will also pay a visit to Chehel Sotoun (meaning Forty columns), a pavilion in the middle of a pleasant garden where the Safavid king received ambassadors and dignitaries.

Overnight: Isfahan

Day 7: Isfahan- Kashan- IKA (Departure)

In the morning, we will go to the Armenian district of Isfahan, Jolfa, to pay a visit to Vank Cathedral with Iranian-Armenian architecture and eye-catching frescos and gilded carvings. On our way to Tehran, we will have a stop in Kashan. We will visit the historical Fin Garden (UNESCO), and Borujerdi House, one of the best examples of traditional Persian architecture in the desert area.

Then, continue to Tehran Imam Khomeini Airport (IKA) to fly back to your country.