Iranian Nomads :
Ghashghai and Bakhtiari nomads are considered as the two great and prominent tribes of Iran. These tribes hold an affluent and diverse culture, customs, dance and music and the holders of beautiful faces, colorful outfits, soulful voices, soft and serene music, delicious dishes and toughest life style. They are the heroes who make the relation between human being and nature by tolerating harshness of life. Visiting up-close the nomads' life is effective considering the anthropological, aesthetical, costume designing, musicological and dancing aspects. In this tour, we will visit the nomads passing the stubborn winter time and witness their skilled correlation with nature
Trip Itinerary :
Day 01 : Tehran
Sightseeing: Glolestan Palace ,Nature Bridge, Iran National Museum
Arrival at IKA International airport, we will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.You will have time to rest and relax before our morning tour of Tehran begins. To avoid heavy traffic, taking the subway is the best way to visit Tehran. We take the subway and charter taxis so that we make most of the day and visit as many sites as possible. As a result, we will have a much better chance to get more acquainted with Iranian people. We leave the hotel at 9:30 for a trip to the Iran National Museum which ,here we will get a chance to see a variety of Persian Civilizations and cultures during different ages and become familiar with Iranian history.Then we pay a visit to Golestan Palace. Golestan Palace is a masterpiece of the Qajar era, embodying the successful integration of earlier Persian crafts and architecture with Western influences. The walled Palace, one of the oldest groups of buildings in Teheran, became the seat of government of the Qajar family, which came into power in 1779 and made Teheran the capital of the country. Built around a garden featuring pools as well as planted areas, the Palace’s most characteristic features and rich ornaments date from the 19th century. It became a centre of Qajari arts and architecture of which it is an outstanding example and has remained a source of inspiration for Iranian artists and architects to this day. It represents a new style incorporating traditional Persian arts and crafts and elements of 18th century architecture and technology. At night we can take a tour of the Nature Bridge.It is the largest pedestrian overpass built in Iran. The 270-metre (890 ft.) bridge connects two public parks—Taleghani Park and Abo-Atash Park—by spanning Shahid Modarres Avenue, one of the main highways in northern Tehran. Stay overnight in Tehran. Overnight in Tehran
Day 02 : Shiraz
Sightseeing : Nasir Almolk Mosque, Zand Complex , Eram Garden and Hafez Tomb
In the morning we will transfer to the airport for the flight to Shiraz. Shiraz has a reputation for being an enlightened city that has been at the cultural heartland of Iran for more than 2,000 years. It had once been the country's capital. Shiraz is crowned as the heartland of Persian culture, and this city of sophistication will never fail to conjure up images of roses and nightingales, gardens and poetry. Early in the morning, relish in the highlights of Shiraz when it was the capital of Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Be inspired by the glorious Karim Khan Palace, the splendid Vakil Mosque, Vakil Bazaar and Saraye Moshir with its splendid architecture and interesting ethnic souvenir shops, and the Nasir Almolk Mosque. Next, we will stop for a mouth-watering Iranian lunch at one of the traditional restaurants in Shiraz. In the evening we will visit Eram Garden and Hafez tomb. Eram Garden (Garden of Heaven) is an acclaimed notable Persian garden in Shiraz, Iran. It is a substantial garden with a superb looking royal residence in it. It is such a unique and gorgeous garden that is inscribed on UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE and afterward we will visit hafez tomb in the night. Stay overnight in Shiraz
Day 03 : Firuzabad
Sightseeing : Ardeshir Babakan Palace and Visiting nomads
Drive to Firuzabad city ,winter quarters of the Qashqaii nomads. Visit the fire temple and Palace of Ardeshir Babakan Palace . Dinner and overnight with Qashqaiis. Overnight in tents
Day 04: An excursion to Persepolis and Necropolis
Sightseeing : Persepolis and Necropolis (Naghsh e Rostm )
In the morning, we first pay a visit to Persepolis. Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It was built on an immense half-artificial, half-natural terrace, where the king of kings created an impressive palace complex inspired by Mesopotamian models. The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archaeological site. It seems that Darius planned this impressive complex of palaces not only as the seat of government but also, and primarily, as a showplace and a spectacular center for the receptions and festivals of the Achaemenid kings and their empire such as Nowruz. The second place we stop by is Necropolis. Opposite Mount Rahmat, ten minutes to the north, proudly stands the Necropolis, the magnificent burial place of Achaemenid kings. The site also provides seven bas-reliefs dating back to Elamite and Sassanid periods. .Stay overnight in Shiraz
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Day 05: Izad Khast
Sightseeing : In the morning we drive to Izad khast city and we will visit magnificent castle of Izad khast and we become familiar with other namads people of Iran and stay overnight in tent
Day 06 : Yazd
Sightseeing : Zurkhaneh , Amir Chakhmaq Square
We take up our tour by travel to the historical and UNESCO REGISTERED CITY OF YAZD . In the evening we will visit zurkhaneh.It is a combination of martial arts, strength training and music. Way before bodybuilding, Persians used to practice weightlifting in Zurkhaneh. We can see this tradition present in ancient Iranian stories too. Afterward we visit Amir chakhmagh square. Overnight in Yazd
Day 07 : Yazd to Isfahan
Sightseeing : Zoroastrian Fire Temple and Dowlat Abad Garden
The city dates from Sassanid era (2000 years ago), and was called in those days "Isatis". The word Yazd means Clear of Filth.It also means Worship, Praise and Adoration. The appellation of the city is "The City of Gods".Yazd is the second Mud-Brick city in the world remaining from ancient times. The population is Aryan in race and due to the isolated location of the city, the race has not intermingled with non-Aryans.The city covers 2491 square meter of area and stands warm and dry climate. Yazd is a Two-Season city with extreme climate (frosty winters and scorching dry summers). It is the first Iranian city registered in World Heritage we allocate this city for you to become more familiar with Iranian history and culture. In the morning we will visit Zoroastrian Fire temple and afterward we drive to Dowlat Abad garden and Afterward we drive to Isfahan city and stay overnight in Isfahan
Day 08 : Isfahan
Sightseeing : Imam Square (Naghshe Jahan Square) Ali Qapu Palace, Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque , Shah Mosque and Isfahan Grand Bazaar and Chehel setoon Palace
As the 17th-century capital of the Safavid Empire, Isfahan was one of the world's greatest cities architecturally striking, wealthy beyond imagination, and politically powerful with Europeans, Ottomans, Indians, and Chinese coming to its court– the heart of a vast Persian Empire that stretched from the Euphrates River in present-day Iraq to the Oxus River in Afghanistan. Indeed, its grandeur inspired the rhyming proverb, Isfahan nesf e jahan (Isfahan is half of the World). Imam Square of Isfahan is one of the largest city squares in the world and Built by Shah Abbas I the Great at the beginning of the 17th century. This amazing site in 1979 was designated a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Must see this place. Imam square is surrounded by important historical buildings from the Safavid era. The Shah Mosque is situated on the south side of this square. On the west side, you can find Ali Qapu Palace. Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque is situated on the eastern side of this square and the northern side opens into the Isfahan Grand Bazaar. They are an impressive testimony to the level of social and cultural life in Persia during the Safavid era. Afterward we will visit Chehel Sotoun, literally meaning forty columns, is a royal pavilion that was built by Shah Abbas I as a place to receive ambassadors and international guests. The Chehel Sotun Palace, along with eight other gardens, is registered as a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE under the name of the Persian Gulf. Overnight in Isfahan
Day 09 : Kashan
Sightseeing : Tabatabai and Boroojerdi Houses, Fin Garden
In the morning we drive to Kashan,and after hotel check in and rest we start to visit Tabatabai and Boroojerdi House and Fin Garden.(A Garden that Registered in UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Overnight in Kashan
Day 10 : Departure Tehran
Our tour finish and You will depart Iran, the land of warmth and hospitality with fond memories
