7-Day Northeast Iran Tour

Morning departure eastward across the central plateau toward Semnan province (approximately 5 hours including breaks). The scenery gradually shifts from urban outskirts to wide, open landscapes.

• Arrival in Shahrud and hotel check-in.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Exploration of Shahrud Bazaar and surrounding streets.
• Optional short visit to local historical structures.

Local Products – Shahrud: Pomegranates, regional nuts, traditional breads

Overnight: Shahrud

Drive north toward greener terrain (approximately 3–4 hours). Vegetation becomes denser as the road approaches the forest belt.

• Arrival in Nahar Khoran forest region.
• Guided nature walk through wooded trails.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Optional short hike for photography.

Cooler forest air contrasts with the previous day’s plateau climate.

Local Products – Nahar Khoran: Forest fruits, honey, herbal teas

Overnight: Forest Lodge / Nearby Hotel

Short drive (approximately 2–3 hours) into one of Iran’s most important ecological reserves.

• Exploration of Golestan National Park landscapes.
• Wildlife observation areas (subject to conditions).
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Afternoon forest walk or light nature exploration.

Golestan marks the ecological transition between the Caspian forest and steppe environments.

Local Products – Golestan: Wild herbs, forest honey, seasonal fruits

Overnight: Near Golestan National Park

Drive westward (approximately 5–6 hours including stops) toward the cultural city of Nishapur.

• Arrival and hotel check-in.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Visit Omar Khayyam Mausoleum.
• Explore Nishapur Bazaar.
• Visit turquoise workshops and handicraft centers.

Local Products – Nishapur: Turquoise stone, sweets, rice dishes

Overnight: Nishapur

Morning departure southward toward desert-edge settlements (approximately 5–6 hours).

• Optional stop at historic windmills or desert heritage sites along the route.
• Arrival in Ferdows and hotel check-in.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Visit Ferdows citadel or local historical sites.
• Evening photography in desert surroundings.

The environment gradually shifts back to open desert landscapes.

Local Products – Ferdows: Dried fruits, saffron, regional honey

Overnight: Ferdows

Long return drive to Tehran (approximately 8–9 hours including breaks).

• Lunch around 13:30 en route.
• Arrival in Tehran.
• Transfer to Imam Khomeini International Airport for departure.

Trip Ends in Tehran