7-Day Northern Iran Tour

Morning departure toward the Caspian region via one of Iran’s most scenic mountain routes (approximately 5–6 hours including stops). The drive crosses the Alborz Mountains before descending into the lush northern plains.

• Tea and photo stops along forested mountain roads.
• Arrival in Ramsar and hotel check-in.
• Lunch upon arrival.
• Visit Ramsar Palace and surrounding gardens.
• Evening walk along the Caspian Sea shoreline.

Local Food & Products: Fresh fish, local oranges, rice-based dishes

Overnight: Ramsar

Drive east along the Caspian coastal belt (approximately 3–4 hours including stops).

• Boat excursion in Anzali Lagoon wetland area.
• Birdwatching and ecological explanation of the lagoon system.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Continue to Rasht for short city orientation walk and local market visit.

Local Food & Products: Smoked fish, herb rice dishes, regional handicrafts

Overnight: Rasht

Morning departure toward the forested hills of Masuleh (approximately 2 hours).

• Explore Masuleh’s stepped mountain architecture.
• Walking tour through terraces and forest paths.
• Lunch around 13:30 in a local restaurant.
• Afternoon tea overlooking the village landscape.

Masuleh offers a quieter atmosphere in the late afternoon once day visitors depart.

Local Food & Products: Walnuts, chestnuts, forest herbs, traditional sweets

Overnight: Masuleh Guesthouse

Scenic drive through the Alborz mountain corridor toward Qazvin (approximately 4–5 hours including breaks).

• Arrival and hotel check-in.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Visit Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai complex.
• Explore Qazvin Bazaar.
• Evening free for relaxed walking in the historic district.

Local Food & Products: Qeimeh Nesar, baklava, traditional sweets

Overnight: Qazvin

Morning visit to Chehel Sotoun Palace in Qazvin before returning to Tehran (approximately 2 hours drive).

• Departure to Tehran.
• Lunch en route around 13:30.
• Optional museum visit or Grand Bazaar walk in the afternoon.
• Farewell dinner in Tehran.

Local Food & Products: Dizi, kebab, Persian sweets

Overnight: Tehran

Free morning depending on flight timing for light shopping or short city visit.

• Transfer to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
• Departure from Iran.

Trip Ends in Tehran