BEST Iran Off-the-Beaten-Path Tours 2024 | Iran Off Tourist Radar

Iran is a 4-season country that can be visited all year round. The best season to visit the top tourist cities of Iran is spring and fall. But to see the off-the-beaten-track destinations it might be different. Winter is cold and snowy in the western and northeastern parts of Iran. But othe seasons are just great. In contrast, summer can be intolerable in southern, southeastern and southwest Iran. But you can enjoy the precious attractions of these regions in the pleasant weather of fall and winter.

This is a difficult question to answer. Iran has many natural, historical and cultural attractions scattered all over it. Cities on the classic route_ shiraz, Isfahan, Kashan & Yazd_ have always fascinated tourists. But there are some hidden treasures that can only be found if you go off the tourist radar. Sweet Hawraman region in the west, the untouched Sistan and Baluchestan in the southeast, the unique culture and nature in southern parts and countless other beauties that mainstream media doesn’t show you.

Compared to many other countries around the world, Iran is one of the safest all around it, especially for tourists. The reason is that not only Iran is protected by a unified government, but also the people are so kind and hospitable.

Most nationalities need a visa for traveling to Iran. If you do need a visa, you should get a visa reference code before your trip to Iran. The process of visa application and getting the reference code usually takes less than 14 days for most nationalities. For American, British and Canadian citizens, this might take up to 3 months.

Except for most things that are illegal elsewhere, alcoholic drinks, wearing exposing clothes and not wearing a scarf for women, homosexual behavior, and movies, magazines, etc. that are considered immoral are illegal under the Iranian law.

Rial (IRR) is the official currency in Iran. But Iranians usually use Tomans in their daily deals. Toman equals Rial if you drop a zero. So, a carton of milk might be 200’000 Rials or 20’000 Tomans.

Of course! And they are among some of the most popular nationalities for Iranians! There are only a few differences: the visa process takes a longer time for American, British and Canadian citizens compared to other nationalities. And these nationalities should be accompanied by a tour guide during their tour.

Despite all the efforts in mainstream media to show Iran otherwise, travelers evaluation of their safety in Iran has always been surprisingly positive. The reason is that Iranians have hospitality as a core value in their culture and treat tourists the best way possible. Invitations to a cup of tea, approaches to welcome you to their country, and efforts to help you find the best places to visit are among the countless things you will definitely experience as a tourist in Iran.

It depends on how you’d like to travel. If you prefer a luxury style, it could be as expensive as other destinations, but maybe a bit lower because of the value issue with the Iranian currency. But if your style is not luxury, Iran can be a reasonable destination for you, especially off the tourist route.

Like all other nationalities around the world, Iranians appreciate your respecting their culture and beliefs. In public, avoid display of affection, shake hands with people of the same gender, a nice smile and a slight bow is considered polite for the opposite gender, and dress and behave respectfully in religious places. If you get invited to an Iranian house, be punctual, take them a small gift like sweets, and take off your shoes before entering the carpeted area.