• Maximum sightseeing within 7 DAYS.

• Explore the unique Iranian-Armenian culture and heritage.

• Explore the rocky village of Kandovan!

• Discover the church which Marco polo referred in his book in - the tourism capital of Islamic countries 2018.

• Full tour for Armenian Monastic Ensembles registered in UNESCO list.

• Discover the capital, , for a night!

• Enjoy the most beautiful church of in .

• Explore the Empire in

• Visa • DBl Rooms in Hotel

• Full Board/Half Board (Iranian Meals) • Vehicle according the number of tourists

• Tour Guide • All Entrance Fees

• Refreshment (Water – Tea – Ice-cream, etc)

www.malekitour.ir/en [email protected] Skype: incoming.malekitour www.visit-iran.org [email protected] Instagram: iran.attraction

Day1: Tabriz: Arrival to Tabriz by Turkish Airline/Ata Airline. Meet and greet, transfer to hotel. After getting some rest, our tour starts from the spectacular ; it is the largest covered bazaar in the World (UNESCO Site). It consists of several sub-bazaars, such as Mozzafarieh in which you can find the most beautiful and luxurious carpets in Iran. Then, we would visit the oldest church of Tabriz named Saint Mary Church was built in the 6th century AH which Marco polo referred to this church on his way to China. Then we will visit some of the existing historical monuments including the Blue Mosque, Museum. O/N Tabriz

Day2: Kandovan/Jolfa: We’ll drive toward Volcanic Kandovan Village. This village exemplifies man- made cliff dwellings which are still inhabited. See the inside of a cave house, watch the locals' life, visit organic market and have a cup of tea in this peaceful village. Then we would drive to Jolfa to see St. Stepanus church (UNESCO Site), a beautiful Armenian church in a valley near the river Aras. Its oldest parts date back to the 14th century with the main building having been rebuilt in the late 16th. O/N Jolfa

Day3: Maku-: After breakfast we will drive to Maku. En route we would visit the chapel of DzorDzor which is one of the UNESCO registered Armenian Monastery. The monastery had its heyday in the fourteenth century before being abandoned. Then we would discover Saint Thaddeus Monastery (UNESCO Site) which is the most important Church for Armenian people in Iran. Qara Kelisa, also known as the St. Thaddeus Church, is one of the oldest and most notable surviving Christian monuments of Iran that carries great significance for the country's Armenian Orthodox community. We would drive toward Urmia. The last Church for today is Saint Mary Church. It is considered by some historians to be the second oldest church in Christendom after the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem in the West Bank. O/N Urmia

Day4: Tabriz-Tehran: After breakfast we will drive toward Tabriz to have flight toward Tehran, the capital. En route we would discover the Urmia Salt Lake which is drying. Transfer to hotel. Take a short rest. We would explore the UNESCO Site of , National Museum which is the most important museum of Iran. In the evening we would walk on the famous Nature Bridge. O/N Tehran

Day5: Tehran-Isfahan: After breakfast we will visit Holy Mother of God (Saint Mary) Church. You can explore the Armenian Museum in this site too. Then we drive toward Airport to have a flight to Isfahan. En route we would visit the old symbol of Iran, Azadi Tower. Transfer to hotel. After a short rest we would have city tour by visiting the second biggest square of world, Naghshe Jahan (UNESCO site) and its beside sites; Royal Mosque (UNESCO Site), Lotfullah mosque, and Ali Qapu. If we have enough time we can explore Bazaar next the square too. After dinner we would walk on the most famous bridge of city named Siosepol. O/N Isfahan

Day6: Isfahan-Shiraz: After breakfast we will drive to Jolfa district and visit the most beautiful church in Iran, . The cathedral was established in 1606, dedicated to the hundreds of thousands of Armenian deportees that were resettled by Shah Abbas. Then we would drive toward Shiraz, which it would take about 5 hours. En route we explore (UNESCO Site). It was the capital of the under Cyrus the Great who had issued its construction (559– 530 BC); it was also the location of his tomb. Check in hotel. Have rest. If we had enough time we discover Hafez Tomb and Saadi Tomb, the two most famous poets. O/N Shiraz

Day7: Shiraz: After breakfast we will drive to . It was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BC). Archaeological evidence shows that the earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC. Then we would explore Naghshe Rostam Necropolis. Drive back to Shiraz and visit Zand Complex (Citadel – Bathhouse – Bazaar – Mosque). If we have enough time, we would visit too. At night, drive to airport and have flight to home.

www.malekitour.ir/en [email protected] Skype: incoming.malekitour www.visit-iran.org [email protected] Instagram: iran.attraction

Azar Gasht Maleki is one of the leading travel and tour operators in Iran; contributing to the country’s tourism sector since 1963. Our service portfolio spans across all major hotel brands in the country and we persist on servicing the travelers coming into Iran and the domestic travelers.

We are dedicated to providing services to meet the needs of a variety of tour plans. Our aim is to serve all of our customers with respect and commitment to give them "the possible best" all the time. Our purpose with each client relationship, we form is to become more than just a travel agent; we strive to be viewed as a strategic partner by each and every one of our clients.

Years of experience and expertise ensures that, we can provide with the best holiday to suit your needs and budget. You will be sure of warm friendly and hospitality in a relaxed atmosphere with personal services. That's what keeps our clients coming back year after year.

We eagerly wait for hearing from you for any desired cooperation. Moreover, if you require any further information or if we can be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regards,

Address: Big Sq, Valiasr, Tabriz-Iran Website: www.malekitour.ir/en

Tel: +98.41.3333.3177 www.visit-iran.org

Fax: +98.41.33290874 Skype: incoming.malekitour

E-mail: [email protected] Instagram: iran.attraction

[email protected] Facebook: Malekitour