6-Day Tour of Iran: Iran In A Nutshell

Welcome to Iran, the country of ancient history and culture! Meet us up at Imam Khomeini Airport of Tehran and get transferred to your accommodation to your accommodation and have an early check-in. After getting some rest, at around noon, you’ll start discovering Iran’s top museums and museum palaces. Find the beauties of the fancy Golestan Palace (UNESCO Heritage) and the precious glassware and ceramic at Abgineh Museum of Tehran. End the day by enjoying a dinner and the nice view of the capital at Tehran’s iconic Milad Tower.  

Overnight: Tehran

Today, Discover the priceless relics of the National Museum of Iran and the precious Persian carpets at the Carpet Museum of Tehran. In the afternoon, get transferred to Tehran’s domestic airport to catch a flight to Shiraz.  

Overnight: Shiraz

Today is the day of the adorable aura and the lovely attractions of Shiraz. Begin the day with the colorful dance of colors in the photogenic Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque (also known as the Pink Mosque), then move on to check out the elegance of the historical house of aristocrats, Qavam House. After that, the impressive relics of Zand Dynasty will expect you at the historical Vakil Complex (including the Bath, the Mosque and the Bazaar). Also, enjoy a walk at the historic Eram Garden (UNESCO-listed Persian Garden), and take in the romantic atmosphere of the tomb of Iran’s top classic poet: the Tomb of Hafez.  

Overnight: Shiraz

Optional 1: In the evening, you can enjoy the rare experience of a Night Gathering with a Shirazi Family. Being guests to one of the world’s most hospitable nations, enjoying homemade meals cooked with love, and discovering Persian customs in the warmth of an Iranian family is just unforgettable!

Duration: 2-4 hours

Optional 2: Or, you can pick up the secrets of Persian cuisine with a Culinary Experience. Dig into the delicious layers of Persian culture by exploring Persian cuisine and enjoy the taste and aroma of unique dishes

Duration: 3-5 hours

Optional 3: Ali-Ibn Hamzah Holy Shrine and enjoy the spiritual atmosphere and the Islamic mystical architecture.

Get an attraction-packed ride from Shiraz to Isfahan (around 482 km). On your way, discover the remains of Iran’s most treasured ancient relics, the 2500-year-old Persepolis (UNESCO), Naqsh-e Rostam Necropolis, and Cyrus the Great’s burial place at the remains of his Pasargadae (UNESCO). At lunchtime, enjoy unique dishes at a traditional ecolodge. Then continue your way to Isfahan.

Overnight: Isfahan

Optional: At night, you can enjoy a walk across the romantic destination of the city: Si-o-se-pol Bridge.

The well-known highlights of Isfahan, the hub of Islamic architecture, expect you with their admired beauty. Visit the UNESCO-listed Naqshe-e Jahan Square (including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Shah Mosque, Ali Qapu Palace, Qeysarie Gate and the Grand Bazaar). Then check out the elegant architecture of Chehel Sotoun Palace (UNESCO heritage). Nearby, enjoy a pleasant visit to the Music Museum of Isfahan, discover a variety of musical instruments and traditions, and be treated to a live performance of Persian music. Finally, continue towards a hotel near Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Airport (around 208 km).

Overnight: Tehran

Optional: Enjoy a private live performance of Persian music in the Music Museum of Isfahan.

Duration: 30-40 minutes

Early in the morning, get transferred to Imam Khomeini Airport to catch a flight back home.