BEST Iran Tour Packages & Holiday Travel 2024 – Visit Iran – Tour of Iran

The most important thing to know before your Iran tour is that wearing a headscarf (hijab) is a MUST for all women. The good news is, Iranian women are liberal and fashionable about it and so can you! What else? Well, both men and women should be wearing modest clothing. So neither can wear shorts in public; and no stringers for men. Although you’ll find Iranian ladies dressing more liberally, I’d recommend loose fitting shirts that cover your arms and pants that come down to your ankles. And if you’re wearing leggings or tight jeans, make sure your shirt is long enough to cover your bottom.

While other languages and dialects are spoken in Iran, the official language of the country is Farsi (Persian). For your Iran tour package, besides learning Farsi numerals, there are a few other phrases that will definitely come in handy. Find more at Things to Know Before Traveling to Iran.

You might also know that Iran enjoys a rich literature! With poets Rumi, Khayyam, Hafez, Saadi, and Ferdowsi as the pillars and guardians of the ancient civilization and culture, Iran boasts of a literature rich in spirituality, morality, and humanity. This literature reflects itself in the traditional music, art, and culture you’ll discover on your tour of Iran.

A scarf or shawl (women)

Loose and light clothing for travelling in summer

Warm outfits for trips in winter & fall

A piece of warm clothing for early spring

A camera or a video camera to capture your moments

A pocket dictionary for easier communication

A copy of your passport and the visa page

Cash (EUR or USD)

Personal medication

Sun screen, sunglasses & hat

Keeping in touch with family, friends, and loved ones during your Iran Tour and trip to Iran is easy. Private phones, Iranian Sim Cards, Wi-Fi, mobile data connection, and fax services at most hotels make communication efficient and reliable in Iran. Using your own sim card means higher expenses and limitations like no access to mobile data. So getting an Iranian SIM Card is a better idea. With these cheap SIM Cards, you can have Internet access almost everywhere in Iran. However, if you are planning to stay in Iran more than 30 days, you must register your cell phone. Plus, Wi-Fi access is also widespread via hotels and Internet cafés. Iran country code is +98. Find out more here.

Like to search about Iran attractions or share your Iran Tour experiences with friends and family on social media or social networking while on the Iran tour package? Good news for WhatsApp and Instagram users: there are no limitations. But I’m afraid I’ve got bad news for Facebook, Telegram, Twitter, and YouTube users: it’s not very simple to use your platform! However, where there is a will, there is a way! And the Iranian solution is using VPNs. Our Iran Social Media blog can help you with finding and using a VPN.

If we were to present Iran in a nutshell, we’d describe it as a land of history, diversity, and literature! Over seven thousand years of civilization, a natural diversity that ranges from snowy highlands to sandy deserts, and a culture rich in arts, spirituality, literature, and traditions have made Iran one of the most unique places on our planet. What makes Iran even more special is its people. With an unparalleled hospitality that’s rooted in the depth of Persian culture, this nation showcases a diversity of costumes, traditions, lifestyles, cuisine, music and more. A Tour to Iran will be filled with treasures of the milestones of the ancient world, relics of the Zoroastrian belief, heritages of the Islamic age, and tokens of Persian culture.

The cultural attractions of Iran are various and endless. From elaborate architecture, intricate arts, and mesmerizing music, to rich literature and a diversity of local, ancient and religious customs. How so? Because Iran has its roots deep in the ancient world. And a strong root enjoys rich branches! All these aspects of Persian culture reflect the Iranian fascination with nature, sustainability, geometry, imagination, and spirituality. Wherever you go on your Iran tour, you’ll find a unique ethnic group with its own lifestyle, customs, or even costumes. Our Experience-Based Tours can take you to different aspects of this rich culture.

The golden age of the Iranian Empire of Achaemenids and majestic names like Cyrus the Great, King Darius, and Ancient Persian Gardens are only part of Iran’s amazing history. In this old land and your Iran tour package, you can still find treasures even more ancient and mysterious the 2500-year-old remains of Persepolis and Necropolis. The enigma of Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat in Western Iran, the incredible artifacts found in the Burnt City of Jiroft civilization and amazing 40’000-year-old rock art in Lorestan are only a few examples of Iran’s unbelievable history.

Can you imagine all the adventure potentials that exists in a land that holds not only high snowy mountains and deep jungles, but also hot sandy deserts and sunny islands? Iran is so incredibly diverse that you can spice up your Iran tour package with the adventure activity you prefer! Skiing, ski mountaineering, horseback riding, hiking, desert exploration, trekking, canyoneering, cycling, and more…

Visitors describe Iranians as unbelievably kind and welcoming. These Iranian traits come from the importance of being courteous and open to a guest in the Iranian culture. One example of the Iranian politeness is the sometimes confusing Târof tradition. If a taxi driver, cashier, or shop keeper rejects your money and says it’s his/her treat, it doesn’t really mean that you can just leave and not pay (LOL). It could just be a polite gesture! But if they insist, then you’ve just tasted a piece of Iranian hospitality.

Like traveling around any other country, following cultural norms will be considerate and respectful of you. For example, modest dress code and behavior are preferred especially in religious places. Asking permission before taking a photo of a local, respecting the local culture, taking care of the nature, and taking off your shoes before getting into an Iranian house are also appreciated on your tour of Iran. Some of the things to avoid are public display of affection and alcohol drinking, as well as open criticism of the Iranian government or having activities considered political. Also, since shaking hands with the opposite gender is hit-and-miss in Iran, wait for the other person to offer his/her hand. The safest way for a gentleman is to put his hand on his heart, maybe bow a little bit, and show a bright smile.

Iran is a rainbow of ethnic groups stretching over its diverse nature. Turks who mainly occupy the northwest, Kurds who live in the western mountains, Lors who have Lorestan and Chahar Mahal and Bakhtiri Provinces as their home, Arabs who live in southwest Iran, Baloch who have the southeast, Talysh who are mostly found in the west of the Caspian Sea, and finally Fars people who are spread around Iran together form the Iranian nation. Now add the subbranches and the variety of Nomadic tribes and there you have a real rainbow! On your Iran tour package, you can find each of Iran’s ethnic groups, featuring its own unique costumes, music, dance, dishes, lifestyle, traditions, and even sometimes architectural styles!

The majority of Iranians believe in Shia branch of Islam. But minorities who believe in Sunni Islam, Christianity, Judaism, and Zoroastrianism live all around Iran, but concentrated in special areas. The historical city of Yazd and its nearby towns for example are the present center of Iranian Zoroastrians.

You can’t visit Iran and not bring back home at least a piece of Persian handicraft! These precious souvenirs are mainly found in each city’s traditional bazaars. Shiraz’s Vakil Bazaar and Isfahan’s Grand Bazaar are the most popular spots for shopping. You can also grab something nice in museum gift shops and modern shopping malls. Tehran’s Grand Bazar and Tajrish Bazar, Tabriz’s Grand Bazar, Yazd’s Amir Chakhmaq Square, Kashan’s Grand Bazar, and Kerman’s Ganjalikhan Bazar are also great shopping destinations for your Iran tour package. Like to grab some world-famous saffron, Persian nuts, or other Iranian treats? Your guide can help you find the best places for the highest quality.