Introduction

Start in Tehran and end in Kashan! With the Culinary tour.
You have an 8 days tour package taking you through Isfahan, Shiraz, and 4 other destinations in Iran. Includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport, and more.

Day 1: Tehran

Landing in Tehran. Welcome to Iran. Meet up with your guide at the airport and get excited for the Magic to come. We’ll take you to your hotel. You can relax and enjoy your free time until your tour starts. In the afternoon, we’ll go to Darband and spend time like the citizens of Tehran. 

Darband is an excellent area with a pleasant climate, which is located at an altitude of 1700 meters above sea level. Many people take refuge from the city’s hustle to the Darband to enjoy its stunning scenery.

We take a short walk in great weather, take photos along the way, try grilled corn and various pickles and plums, talk to locals if you wish, and enjoy the taste of delicious Iranian food together. Overnight Tehran

Day 2: Tehran-Shiraz

Let’s go to start our tour by visiting Golestan Palace (Every Tile of this palace, with its stunning mirrors, will surprise any tourist. This palace, which has been the crowning place of Iranian rulers for the past century, has many wonders that you should look around for and see the great events that have taken place.) Then you will go to Tehran Bazaar (Grand Bazaar dates back to the Safavid era, the time of Nasser al-Din Shah), with its unique entrance and distinctive architecture, it has played an important role in Tehran’s economic and social environment. Now, this Bazaar, in addition to its economic role, can be seen as a monument to Iranian Islamic architecture.

 In the evening, you will fly to Shiraz. On the way to the airport, you will visit the Azadi tower. Overnight Shiraz

Day 3: Shiraz

Welcome to Shiraz the bride of the cities of Iran. Shiraz is known as the city of poetry, literature, garden, and flowers. With a pleasant climate and ancient history. The city is temperate, and this temperate climate has not only affected the heart of its fertile lands but has also made the hearts of the people of the city warm and generous. The city is surrounded by relatively high mountains that add to the beauty of nature. Shiraz is a city of sweets and liqueurs from Bidmashk and Nastaran to the best herbal medicines. This ancient city has been the capital of several periods of Iranian history.

Let’s go to discover the main attractions of the town, its soul and lifestyle, the best places for traditional pastries, ice cream, food and handicraft shopping, and anything else that might be interesting for you. Pass the most important monuments and highlights of Shiraz by listening to the stories of your guide.

you will start your day by visiting Nasir Al-Molk Mosque. The mosque is located in the Goodarban neighborhood and Lotfali Khan Zand Street, which used to belong to the Ghavam family, and several historical monuments of that period are located there .this lovely mosque is also known as the Pink Mosque. Let the beauty of the Mosque work its magic on you.

The best time to visit Nasir Al-Molk Mosque and watch the play of light and color is from 8 to 10 am. Then continue our tour in Vakil Complex (Bazaar, Bath, and Mosque) in this Bazaar, you can find the most attractive and delicious souvenirs of Shiraz. For lunch, we will go to the lovely traditional restaurant; this way you have a chance to experience Iranian delicious food. In the afternoon you will go to visit Eram Garden (UNESCO World Heritage), Tombs of Hafez and Saadi, you can buy delicious ice cream and enjoy it. Overnight Shiraz

Culinary

If you love Iranian food, you’ll be seriously into what comes next. This afternoon you’ll be learning the secrets of Persian cooking.

Day 4: Shiraz- Javarq Village

Are you ready for a new experience of rural and nomadic life in Iran?

Delicious breakfast at the hotel and meet your private driver-guide to go to Javarq. Javarq is the name of a village located 75 km northwest of Shiraz. The village is surrounded on one side by mountains and the other by forests. Spend the night in a traditional residence where residence includes: nomadic tents, inns, and restaurants. By staying in this residence, you can experience a pleasant rural and nomadic life. Meals are traditionally prepared and served on-site at this residence. Also, entertainment such as shooting, wearing local clothes and photography, mountaineering and walking and visiting nomadic and rural life, horseback riding, and off-road are provided for tourists. Overnight in this guesthouse.

Day 5 : Javar-Sepidan

Delicious breakfast at the camp and meet your private driver and move to Sepidan. Sepidan is located in the south of the Zagros valleys and 76 km northwest of Shiraz. A beautiful and historical city that dates back to the Achaemenid period. Sepidan has white winters and lush summers due to heavy rainfall. It can be boldly said that Sepidan sights can be a good competitor for the northern regions of Iran.

The vegetation around the city consists of pine, oak, and maple trees.

The factor that attracts travelers and tourists to Sepidan city is its nature, including waterfalls, rivers, and diverse forest vegetation. When walking you will see and enjoy medicinal plants such as tragacanth, borage, astragalus, etc., and plants such as juniper, wild pear, and daffodils. The locals greet you and invite you to their house.

Day 6: Sepidan-Isfahan

After eating a healthy and delicious breakfast, we go to Isfahan. In the evening, if you are not tired, you can go to visit Si-o-Se Pol & Khajoo bridges. You can have a special view of these bridges with the reflection of water. People usually gather around the bridge and have ceremonies on special occasions. You can drink a cup of tea and listen to guys who are singing and enjoy the nightlife. Overnight Isfahan

Day 7: Isfahan

Welcome to Isfahan Isfahan ‘Nesfe Jahan’. After breakfast at the hotel, you will have a full-day city tour. Today, you can see many of the top Isfahan tourist attractions. You will go to start your tour by visiting Imam Square including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque or Shah Mosque, the most famous thing about this mosque is its circular dome with its extremely beautiful motifs and paintings. You will also visit Ali Qapu Palace. This Palace is one of the unique examples of Safavid palaces that were built in the 11th century AH during the reign of Shah Abbas I. Our tour in Imam square finish by visiting the Qeisarieh Bazaar. There are so many fantastic handicrafts you can buy as a souvenir for your family or friends because Isfahan is known for its handicrafts. We recommend you to have a rest in Chah-e Haj Mirza or Azadegan Tee House, located right outside of the Square. The tea house, decorated with old pieces of stuff and pictures, is most famous for its atmosphere and collections of antiques. Besides tea and food, you can also taste a special dessert, Dogh (a sour drink) and, Goshfil (a kind of sweat).

In the afternoon, we will go to visit Chehel Sotun Palace, which was built by Shah Abbas to be used for the Shah’s entertainment and receptions. Shah Abbas and his successors received dignitaries and ambassadors, either on the terrace or in one of the stately reception halls. Overnight Isfahan

Day 8: Isfahan-Abyane-Kashan

Next up is Kashan. En route, you will visit Abyaneh village. Abyaneh is a scenic and pleasant place that has a favorable natural position and a historical history of four thousand years. During the Safavid period, when Safavid kings went to Natanz for summer, many of their relatives and courtiers preferred to stay in this village. Men and women still wear local costumes and keep the old and traditional texture of the village alive. The glory of the native architecture, historical monuments, beautiful landscapes, and good weather in this area, have made Abyaneh be one of the most popular villages in Iran for tourists. In Kashan, you will visit Fin Garden, which has very nice weather and we can have a cup of tea in the tea house and relax a bit. The Fin garden is one of the masterpieces of the Persian garden, dating back to the Safavid era. The Fin Bath is also located in the Fin Garden; where Amir Kabir, the Qajarid chancellor, was murdered in 1852. Then, you will visit Boroujerdi Traditional House and the bazaar, where you can shop and have a cup of tea. Enjoy this romantic town at night. Overnight Kashan

Day 9: Kashan- Depart

Day 9 is a departure day. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. In the morning, you will transfer to IKA airport!

We are happy that you will return to your country with good memories.