at a Glance:

Taking Tours to the Land of Wonders Iran is among the most fascinating countries many travelers have intended to visit. This leads many travelers to give the country a visit mentioning the fact that there are 21 UNESCO world heritage sites waiting to be explored by them. Iran is a large country situated between the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, and the Caspian Sea. Its neighboring countries are Iraq, Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its capital city is and the dominant language is Persian with a variety of dialects and accents. The used currency is Rial and there is also the monetary unit of Toman. Each Toman is equivalent to 10 Rials. Iran is a country of multiple ethnic groups and cultures. The country is populated by Iranian Azeris, Kurds, Lurs, Armenians, Turkmens, Arabs, Assyrians, Georgians, and last but not least Jews. All of these groups have been living peacefully for years in the country. Shia Islam is undoubtedly the dominant religion in Iran, but there also exist several religions like Sunni Islam, Zoroastrianism, Christianity and Judaism. The major cities of Iran are Tehran, which is the capital city, , , , , , Kerman, Kermanshah, Hamedan and some more. The beautiful Islands of Kish and Qeshm lie in the southern part of the country. Iran has a variable climate. Winters are cold. Springs and falls are relatively mild, while summers are dry and hot. Having suitable climate for travelling all across the country, Iran is a great place to travel all year round. The most important feature we can highlight about Iran is the hospitality of its people. They are warm hearted and always willing to welcome travelers. Although their official language is Farsi, a large majority of them, especially those working in travel agencies and hotels, speak English and some other languages like French and German. All the traffic signs are written both in Farsi and English. So travelers can easily get around in the cities. Tourists visiting Iran hardly need a guide book as long as local Iranians will help them around.

ITINERARY: Overview Uncover a whole different world through a set of whole different experiences. Mark the very best of Iran in your holiday and rejoice in both natural beauty and urban charm. Listen to the captivating history of ancient Iran and treat your eyes to the remnants from Achaemenid Empire to .

Package Details:

Day Day Tour

Day-1 Arrival to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Overnight stay in Tehran.

Visit Tehran (, Golestan , Sa'dabad Complex, Grand Day-2 and …), Overnight stay in Tehran. Morning after breakfast, Drive to (Distance: 250 Km - about 3 hours Day-3 driving), visit Kashan (, Borujerdi mansion, Tabatabaei family house and …), Overnight stay in Kashan. Morning after breakfast, Drive to Isfahan, En route, visit the Abyaneh Day-4 (Distance: 215 Km - about 2.30 hours driving), Overnight stay in Isfahan. Visit Isfahan. (Naghsh-e-Jahan square, sheikh Lotfollah , Day-5 Ali Qapu Palace, palace, Si-o-se pol bridge), overnight stay in Isfahan. Visit Isfahan. (Morning after breakfast, take a walk in cobbled streets of Jolfa, Day-6 Armenian district, Vank cathedral. And…), overnight stay in Isfahan. Morning after breakfast, Drive to Yazd, En route, visit Meybod (Distance from Day-7 Isfahan to Meybod: 270 Km - about 3 hours driving – Distance frome Meybod to Yazd: 55 Km – about 1 hours driving), Overnight stay in Yazd. Visit Yazd. (Zoroastrian temple, Dolatabad Garden, wind catchers, Amir Day-8 Chakhmaq Complex, and…), overnight stay in Yazd. Visit around Yazd. (visit Abarkooh near Yazd - Distance: 155 Km - about 2 Day-9 hours driving), overnight stay in Abarkooh. Drive to Shiraz, (En route, stop by the , visit the site of ), Overnight stay in Shiraz. (Distance from Abarkooh to Persepolis: 180 Km - Day-10 about 2 hours driving - Distance from Persepolis to Shiraz: 65Km – about 1 hours driving) Visit Shiraz. (visit Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque, Vakil complex, the tombs of Day-11 widely known Persian poets, Hafez or Sa’di, and…), overnight stay in Shiraz. Visit Shiraz. (, Karim Khan Citadel, and…), overnight stay in Day-12 Shiraz. Fly to Tehran (Duration: 1.20), Finish your journey by going to Imam Day-13 Khomeini International Airport. Depending to your flight out, you might have an overnight stay in Tehran and catch your flight the next day.

Inclusion: - Accommodation: 4* or 3* hotels – traditional guesthouses based on sharing twin/double rooms with daily breakfast. - Domestic flights. - Sightseeing and all entrance fees. - Experienced English speaking tour guide. - All transfers to hotels and cities.

Exclusion: - International flight. - Personal insurance. - Visa stamp fee. - Meals: lunches and dinners. - Drinks and other personal expenses. - Tipping/gratuities. - Others not mentioned in the itinerary.

Accommodation Offer:

Place 4* Star Tehran Evin Hotel – 4* Kashan Mahinestan Hotel – 4* Isfahan Parsian Ali Qapu Hotel – 4* Yazd Fahadan – 4* Shiraz Karim Khan Hotel – 4*

Packages Price:

Person in Group (12 nights) Price (EUR/Person) 8 Pax 1600

Note: - Prices are valid from Now to March 2019. - Prices are subject to change without prior notice. - Registration must be finalized at least two months before your trip. - Depending on the weather and road conditions, flight schedules, room availability or other reasons beyond our control, the tour program might need small adjustments when necessary.

Payment Terms: - 50% of full amount, when registering. - 30% of full amount, 1 month prior to departure. - 20% of full amount, 2 days prior to departure (or on arrival).

Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tour services whether canceled, amended, postponed, delayed or similar will be treated under the company’s cancellation policy: - Between 60 days to 45 days prior to departure 10% of full amount. - Between 45 days to 30 days prior to departure 30% of full amount. - Between 30 days to 15 days prior to departure 50% of full amount. - Between 14 days to 07 days prior to departure 100% of full amount.

Dos and Don’ts

Dos and Don’ts about Iran while Travelling When many travelers express their ideas about travelling to Iran, they proudly announce that the way the media across the western world has painted the picture of Iran is not the real Iran. Iran is a magnificent and mysterious country with a rich culture and history. If you visit Iran with an open heart and mind you will really have an unforgettable experience. Still there are some rules every traveler should keep in his/her mind due to the Islamic culture of the country they are travelling to.

Clothing: The first and most important fact about this country is the way the people wear clothes. At the first glance it may be hard for woman travelers to come to Iran due to the strict rule about Hijab. Don’t let this deter you form this great destination. There are opportunities travelers are allowed to discard their hijab. Iranians are very fashion conscious. You can easily see many young ladies wearing fitting manteau (raincoat type of item) with tight pants underneath. You can see them wearing sandals, makeup, nail polish, tiny scarves, and sunglasses. But they are not allowed to wear shorter than ankle length pants. Tourists get away with wearing long and loose shirts with pants and any types of scarf. Men can wear t- shirts and pants anywhere. Shorts are not appropriate for men except on the beach or at the gym.

Tipping: Tipping is not very common in Iran. However, there are cases when travelers feel like to tip. If you are satisfied with the received service, you can feel free to pay a tip. The luggage carts at the airports are free of charge but in case you ask someone to assist you carry the cart, you will be asked for a tip. Having a delicious meal in a restaurant along with a good service makes some travelers to offer a tip to those cleaning the table.

Drinking: Although you may be in the habit of drinking alcohol or beers with your meal, it is necessary to keep in mind that you won’t be allowed to drink or carry around any alcoholic drinks while travelling to Iran. The best drinks you can get from among non-alcoholic beers will be a variety of fruity flavored ones.