We have heard of the land, but we have only perhaps known very little of it. The people of Iran and their hospitality adds to the sights of this country. We have planned an itinerary around the cultural golden route of Iran, where appreciating its beautiful monuments will go hand in hand with enjoying the culture of Iran.

There is a lot of western media propaganda about safety in Iran. This same western media talks about India being unsafe because of the problems in Kashmir. We know Iran and would like to tell you that it is very safe to travel to Iran.

Departures

November - April 

Days 9 Nights / 10 Days
From Tehran to Tehran
Tour Departures

27 Dec 2024 to 05 Jan 2025

Tour Cost

Will be updated soon.

Includes
  • Airfare (International & Internal) 
  • Accommodation 
  • Transfers & sightseeing
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • English  Speaking Guide
  • Travel Insurance upto age of 70 (difference would be separate for 71 + Yrs)
Excludes
  • Personal Expenses
  • 5% GST + TCS (as applicable)
  • Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions

 

Direct Joining Cost

Will be updated soon.

Night Stay

Tehran (2n) | Shiraz (2n) | Yazd (2n) | Khur (1n) | Esfahan (2n)

Booking Procedure

Step 1 -  Advance of INR 50000 + 5% GST + TCS (as applicable) together with a copy of your passport and Pan Card, at the time of booking.
Step 2 -  1st Instalment of USD 1000 + 5% GST + TCS (as applicable), 60 days before the tour departure date.
Step 3 - The balance payment of INR and USD + 5% GST + TCS (as applicable) along with the visa fee has to be paid at least 30 days before the tour departure.
*Itinerary is subject to change before departure 

Cancellation Policies

Under any other circumstances other than government or flight restrictions, the following charges will be considered as a cancellation fee.
**59 - 30 Days before the tour departure / before the issuance of the visa 100% of the advance and the first installment.
29 - 16 days before the tour departure / after the issuance of the visa, 50% of the total tour cost.
Less than 15 days until before the tour departure 100% of the total tour cost. 
**This clause is applicable even before this period if the flight tickets are blocked / issued.

Note for Solo Travellers:
In the event of us not being able to find a partner for you, we shall bear half of your single occupancy cost.

 

 

 

  • Tehran

    Arrive into the capital of Iran at 0940 hrs. by Emirates and on clearing immigration, proceed to your hotel in the center. Tehran is known for its traffic jams; we might face some straight away. Early in the evening visit the Golestan Palace and before sunset ascend to the top of the Milad Tower to see Tehran from 280 meters, with the mountains at one end looming over the city as if it is a guardian. Both lunch and dinner will be local today. Overnight at Tehran.

  • Tehran to Shiraz

    In the morning, check out and proceed to visit the Azadi Square with its impressive monument. Later check-in for the domestic flight at the Meherabad airport. On arrival in Shiraz, we will check-in for lunch and some rest. In the evening, we will start our orientation tour of Shiraz with a visit to the Vakil Bazaar. The overnight would be in Shiraz.

  • Shiraz

    Our full-day tour includes highlights of Shiraz. Start from the most beautiful mosque of Iran, the bride of Mosques! Nasir-ol-molk Mosque (Pink Mosque). Take some amazing photos of this Qajar era’s precious architecture of the Royal family. Once you get in, you will find yourself in a garden full of roses because of the specific pink tile works! Proceed to visit Qavam Palace and garden. Later visit Karim Khan Citadel – Military center of Zand dynasty. In the end, we will visit Hafez Tomb. Hafez is considered as the Shakespeare of 14th Century, one of the greatest Persian poets of all the time Dinner and overnight will be in the hotel.

  • Shiraz – Persopolis – Yazd ( 440 KMS )

    After an early breakfast, check out and proceed to visit the most important sight in ancient Persia, Persepolis. Though most of the city was burned by Alexander the great and then the Muslim crusaders, Persepolis still holds its own. Observe how the rule of King extended through the borders of today from Africa to central Europe and to India, via Persia being its capital. Later proceed to Yazd.

  • Yazd

    Today, we will visit Yazd, the sandy city hiding many secrets in its heart. We will take a day tour of this important Zoroastrian center visiting Amir-Chakhmaq Meydoon (Square), Jameh mosque with the highest minarets and Zoroastrian sacred fire temple - the fire inside this temple is said to have been burning since about 470 AD. You can see the famous symbolic birdman above the entrance of this building. After that, we will go ahead for Dowlat-Abad Garden, another fantastic attraction where you can see a giant wind catcher minaret (used to trap the winds and distribute its flow to the city), orchard and fountains. Overnight at Yazd.

  • Yazd- Garmeh Oasis - Khur ( 391 KMS )

    We will take a 4 hrs drive of famous Silk Road, the main trading route between China and Europe to reach Garmeh, the 1500 years old mud-brick village surrounded by date palms. This is an ideal Oasis town. Soak up some desert ambiance and experience Iranian hospitality at its best. We will visit the Salt Lake area, afterward proceed to Khur for dinner and stay at the traditional family-run hotel. You will be amazed to see this beautiful hotel in the middle of the central desert.

  • Khur – Naein - Esfahan (405 KMS)

    In the morning, enjoy the last bit of the crisp desert sunlight in the cold and proceed to Esfahan via Naien where we will stop for lunch. Naein is also the center for Camel wool products which we will have a chance to look at and buy after lunch. Check in the Esfahan hotel for dinner.

  • Esfahan

    Today, we will enjoy the 3rd largest city and once the capital of Iran. Esfahan has the river Zameydin running through it and the bridges built on the river give the city a unique feel. In the morning, visit the Armenian quarter and the Vank cathedral in it. Later in the evening, enjoy leisure time at the Khajoo bridge. Esfahan is one of the most greenest cities in Iran and walking on its boulevards is a very pleasant experience.

  • Esfahan – Tehran

    The 2nd biggest square in the world is called the Naqsh e jahan square and an entire morning/ afternoon is needed to enjoy its various elements including the Mosque, the Palace and the most famous Bazaar. After lunch and evening tea, we would start driving towards the Imam Khomeini. Overnight in Tehran.

  • Tehran – Mumbai

    After morning breakfast leave for airport and head back to Mumbai

  • Iranian hospitality is the only thing that sometimes overrides the rich heritage of this country. The people of Iran and their warmth will stay with you long after you are back.

  • Iran has been given a bad name in the western media. It is a very safe country to travel. Women traveling in Iran is safe too.

  • Both men and women have to wear full sleeves shirts / Kurtas. The legs have to be fully covered too. Women need to cover their head with a dupatta.

  • We travel to Iran in spring and autumn where the weather is very pleasant. It is cold in the salt desert with the temperatures reaching 10 deg C in the night. Cities like Tehran, Esfahan or Shiraz have temperatures in the range of l5 - 25 Deg C

  • Iranian food is not spicy as saffron is used in mostly all kinds of foods. Rice is the staple with kebab and veggies. Vegetarians don’t have a lot of options, but we make do with whatever vegetables available.

  • Although the U.S is not very happy about Iran, our travelers to Iran who apply or reapply for a U.S visa should not face a problem. When asked about your past travel, you could only mention Iran in a group tour package and share a pic of the tour with the officer. The Iran visa is a paper visa and the passport is not stamped.

1. Original Current Passport valid (for 6 months) and Latest old passport (If Available) & copy of first & last page.

2. 3 recent (New Clicked) photographs (not older than three months), Size 3.5 cm X 4.5 cm, white background, Matt finish, without spectacles (80% of the area should be covered by the face with the ears clearly visible)

3.  Medical Report from Govt. recognized lab (HIV, TB, Hepatities B & C)

Note: The medical expenses to be bear by a tourist on their own. The Embassy reserves the right to request additional information/documentation.

US Visa and Iran 

The two nations are in constant conflict. Your travel to Iran will not affect your US entry especially if you are a senior citizen. We would give you a group picture of your Iran Tour, for you to show (if asked for). The passport on your entry and exit in Iran is not stamped and the Iranian Visa is a paper visa. 

VISA NOTE: 
Our management team will do its best to ensure you acquire your visa in time. Still, we hold no responsibility if your visa application gets rejected or is kept on hold till departure, resulting in the cancellation of your tour due to any unforeseen circumstances.
In this case:
- The tour cost will be non-refundable and cancellation charges will be applicable
- Additional costs for re-application of visa and consulate visits outside Mumbai will be charged
- Additional costs will be charged for changes in the tour itinerary due to visa issues

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