Iran culture and nature

Welcome to the spectacular city of Tabriz. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.

Overnight in Tabriz

This morning we enjoy touring the spellbinding village of Kandovan where its authentic rocky architecture has made it a popular attraction in East Azerbaijan province. Kandovan is the place where you can discover the traditional lifestyle of the villagers and take hundreds of stunning pictures to share with your friends. We then will see the city’s majestic mosque, the Blue Mosque. Embellished with elegant cyan mosaics, the Kaboud Mosque is known as the Turquoise of Islam which is host to thousands of visitors every year. Located near the Blue Mosque, the Azerbaijan Museum will be our next destination where the art and history are beautifully displayed. For our last visit in Tabriz, we will stroll along the Grand Bazaar of Tabriz (UNESCO World Heritage Site) where the rich fragrance of herbs and spices, vibrant color of handmade carpets, and the pervasive smell of leather will be enough to enthrall any visitor.

Overnight in Tabriz

Today we leave Tabriz towards Ardabil and then to Gilan province. Before continuing to Gilan, we will witness the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ardabil, Sheikh Safi al-din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble which is a true masterpiece of Islamic art and architecture in the Medieval. On arrival in Bandar-e Anzali, we will be transferred to the Kadus Hotel, where we will stay only for one night.

Today, we embark on a new adventure in Gilan province. We will have a cultural visit to the Rudkhan Castle at the heart of a virgin nature on a hill where you have to pinch yourself. Once used as a fortress, this castle is now surrounded by dense forests which will take your breath away with its tranquil and incredible beauty. Then, we will head toward a celestial village embraced in fog and graced with geranium pot, named Masuleh. We will discover the rituals and routines of daily life in this beautiful village. After all, we will return to our hotel for a one-night stay in Rasht.

This morning, our first port of call will be the Gilan Rural Heritage Museum in Rasht, where the well-established traditions, colorful costumes, vernacular architecture, and beautiful handicrafts of the rural lifestyle are tangibly displayed. Afterward, we have a two-hour scenic trip to the city of Ramsar by road, during which you will find electric views of the surrounding nature. However, before reaching Ramsar, we will have two stops in Lahijan, the bride of the cities of Gilan. The first will be Iran’s National Tea Museum where you can get enough information about the tea history and industry of Iran. Next, we visit Sheikh Zahed Gilani’s Shrine where because of its surrounding environment, which is abounded with fragrant tea, has become a major tourist attraction at the heart of the nature of Lahijan. Then, we will enter a significant provincial destination for ecotourism, Mazandaran. Here, we first pay a cultural visit to the Ramsar Palace. Suited in a botanical garden, this marbled palace stages an exhibition of antique furniture, unique sculptures, and exquisite carpets belonging to the royal family of Pahlavi. After that, we continue to visit the eye-popping village of Javaher Deh to explore its landscape dotted with village houses of colorful ceilings. The congenial green route to the village will stir all the senses of any visitor indeed. Finally, today’s exploration ends after transferring to Ramsar Hotel for a one-night stay.

We make an early start for a four-hour road trip to Tehran via Chalus road. Before reaching Chalus, we stop in Namkabrud for starting an exciting adventure by taking Namak Abrud Telecabin, or cable car. If you want to have a panoramic view of the Caspian Sea besides its surrounding green nature, do not miss this incredible attraction. After that, we continue our journey along the Chalus road where you will feast your eyes on its exotic beauties until you reach Tehran. We pay a visit to the Milad Tower for a glimpse of modern Tehran which gleams like a glittering jewel in the capital. After that, we visit the astounding Tabiat Bridge that links Ab-o-Atash Park and Taleghani Park together, and it will be one of the photographers’ paradise in Iran.

Overnight in Tehran

Today is a full day in Tehran. Our tour includes three visits to the cultural highlights of the city. First, we visit the National Museum of Iran where Iran’s premiere assemblage of cultural and archeological treasures are exhibited. Second, we continue our tour with a visit to the royal Golestan Palace. Surrounded by altitudinous trees and pools with fountains full of crystal clear water, the Golestan Palace is of artistic works of mirrors and tiling that will fascinate any visitor. We, then, will visit the National Jewelry Museum to witness the precious coruscating jewelry and stones of the country.

Overnight in Tehran.

Leaving the capital behind, we start our journey to Isfahan to learn about its splendid culture and history. In the meanwhile, we will have two enjoyable visits to the city of Kashan. Our first stop is at the Fin Garden where the sweet melody of flowing water along with historical monuments among towering trees, will be enough to please any visitor. The second stop is at the Borujerdi House to see its worthy interior ornaments and its unique wind towers and skylights. Afterward, we will continue our trip to Isfahan.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Today we will uncover more of Isfahan’s glorious history and culture as we will explore its highlighted attractions. Our first port of call will be the animate Naghsh-e Jahan Square where the beauty and glory, history, culture, nature, and architecture have fused to attract visitors of diverse interest and bring pleasure to them. Then, we will visit the Chehel Sotoun Palace to have a wonderful experience of taking ourselves back to the Safavid era and watching its unique murals, paintings, and works of mirrors. Next, we will pay a visit to the beautiful bridges of Isfahan with their stunning architecture and designs, such as Khajou Bridge, Si-o-Se Pol Bridge, and Joubi Bridge, above which the beauty of the city is boosted.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Enjoy today’s first visit to one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the city, the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan. Later, our second amazing visit will be to the Vank Cathedral which is a kaleidoscope of brilliant colors and superlative paintings. The tranquility of the place keeps any visitor serene. For the last visit, we will walk along the streets of Isfahan’s Bazaar. From delicious Gaz and scented herbs and spices to elegant enamels, you can find and buy precious souvenirs to bring home.

Overnight in Isfahan.

Your journey ends with a morning departure flight from Isfahan