Important :
You can get
an airport visa to use this tour, if you
qualify for the new airport visa.
ITINERARY SUMMARY |
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Fr. |
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Arrival in
Tehran |
Sa. |
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Tehran
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City Tour
Shiraz |
Su. |
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Shiraz
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Excursion to Persepolis & Pasargadae |
Mo. |
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Shiraz
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City Tour
Isfahan |
Tu |
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Isfahan
:City
Tour |
We. |
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Isfahan
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Free Time
Tehran |
Th. |
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Tehran
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Full-day City Tour
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Fr. |
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Tehran
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Departure |
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Tour Highlights |
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The National Archeological Museum, The National
Treasury, UNESCO world heritage site of Golestan Palace, Traditional roofed bazaars,
Isfahan's UNESCO world heritage site of Naghsh-e-Jahan, Historical bridges in
Isfahan, Armenian Cathedral in Isfahan,
UNSECO world heritage site of Persepolis,
Naghsh-e-Rostam Necropolis, Beautiful
Mosques and many others |
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TOUR FACTS |
Activity |
Cultural - Sightseeing |
Accommodation |
3
nights - Hotel in Tehran
2 nights - Hotel in Shiraz
2 nights - Hotel in Isfahan
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Transport |
Air-conditioned bus/minibus/car, Flight |
Meals |
B -
7 |
L -
0 |
D - 0 |
Service Includes |
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All airport transfers
. Hotel accommodation as mentioned
. Meals as mentioned above
. Domestic flights
. All mentioned sightseeing
. Experienced English speaking local guides
. Visa support & reference code |
Service Excludes |
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International airfare
. Personal insurance
. Visa stamp fee
. Expenses of personal nature
. Tips & Portages
. Entrance fees
(~USD1-5/site) |
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Twin Share |
SGL.
Supp. |
Standard
Class
(3-4* hotels) |
855.00 |
220.00 |
Superior
Class
(4-5* hotels) |
1180.00 |
350.00 |
Departure :
every week
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Min. Group size
:
6 persons
High season price increase : 15%
High season :
Mar./Apr./May./Sep./Oct./Nov. |
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The Persian culture, history and warm people have been
irresistible draws to travelers from all over the
world. However, covered from the world for the past
decades, it's now opening its doors to all of
those who can not afford to miss Iran, the cradle of
civilization. Be a pioneer to visit this fast
growing tourist destination.
Let us take you on a journey back in time to a mixture
of ancient sites and samples of Islamic arts and
architecture, spiced with the rich culture of
Iranian hospitality.
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Fri.
Arriving in Tehran Airport, you
are welcomed and assisted by our representative and
will be transferred to your hotel to get ready for a
week of adventure in this magical land.
O/N TEHRAN |
Sat.The morning is at
your leisure to relax. We get more familiar with the
Iranian history by visiting the valuable
archeological collections at the National Museum and
will visit the unique jewelry collection at the
National Treasury. In the evening we fly to Shiraz. We
will have the opportunity to visit Shah Cheragh
(Lord of Light) mausoleum in the evening with its
shining unbelievable mirror work.
O/N SHIRAZ
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Sun.
On an excursion today we
will visit the most magnificent city of the
ancient world, Persepolis, which is now
registered as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Persepolis was
the ceremonial
capital of the Persian Empire during Achemaenian
era. The site, 125,000 sq.m. in area is composed
of various reception halls and palaces, private
palaces, royal treasury and fortifications. where
we find the tomb of Cyrus the great and remains
of Achaemenian palaces and edifices. We continue
our excursion by visiting Naghsh-e-Rostam, the
Achaemenian royal necropolis before returning to
Shiraz.
O/N
SHIRAZ |
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Mon.
After breakfast we
start our city tour of Shiraz. We will start by
Karmikhani complex, the residential palace of
Zand dynasty. Karim Khan Zand, the founder of
Zand dynasty choose Shiraz as his capital and
declared himself as “Vakil”, the lawyer of the
nation, rather than king. We continue Vakil
complex comprising of Vakil Mosque, Bazar and
public bath remaining from his reign. We also
visit the colorful Nasirolmolk mosque. After
Lunch we have free time for personal programs.
We are then transferred to the airport for
flying to Isfahan, this evening. Upon arrival in
Isfahan, we will be transferred to the hotel.
O/N ISFAHAN |
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Tue
After breakfast, we start our full-day tour of
Isfahan at the UNESCO world heritage site of
Naghsh-e-Jahan Sq., once a royal polo court,
this site has been the official center of the
city, when the city was the Safavid Capital
(17th Century). We visit the famous Imam Mosque
(Royal Mosque), located the southern side of the
square with wonderful architecture and
tile-work. We then visit the multi story Aliqapu
Palace, stood on the western side of the square,
from which the Safavid kings used to view the
polo games and ceremonies. Sheikh Lotfollah
Mosque (or Ladies Mosque) is located on the
opposite side of the square and is visited next.
We will stroll through the traditional bazaar
surrounding the square, before we gather again
for the lunch. The bazaar which goes deep to the
north is known traditionally as Qeysarieh
bazaar. After Lunch we continue our tour by
visiting the Friday Mosque followed by
Chehelsotun (forty columns) palace. We will then
head to the banks of Zayanderud river, the soul
of the city. There are several historical
bridges over this river, erected during the
Safavid era (17th Century). Siosepol (33-arch)
and Khaju bridges are the most famous ones. We
enjoy visiting these two interesting bridges,
drinking tea at the tea house below the bridge,
walking along the river bank or paddle on a boat
from one to the other. We can return back to the
hotel or enjoy this pleasant environment for
more time.
O/N ISFAHAN |
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Wed.
Today is free on our own to explore the
charming city by ourselves. Do not forget
souvenir shopping at the traditional bazaar and
walking along tranquil riverside parks. Isfahan
is well known for its handicrafts and also a
kind of sweet called “Gaz”. In the evening, we
are transferred to the airport for flying to
Tehran in the evening. Upon arrival in Tehran,
we are transferred to the hotel.
O/N
TERHAN |
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Thu.
We go on a full-day tour of the capital, Tehran.
First, we will have a walking tour
through old Tehran and will visit the old
Gate of Tehran, Golestan Palaces, Imam
(former Royal) Mosque and the Grand Bazaar
which is a large roofed old shopping
complex. We will then get more familiar
with Persian Carpets at the Carpet Museum
and will have a visit to Saadabad Palace.
Before returning back to the hotel, we will
stop in Darband, an oasis of rest in Tehran,
for drinking a cup of tea and a deep
breather of fresh air.
O/N TERHAN
Fri.
Airport
transfer is available 4 hours before your flight’s
departure. |
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