14-Day Cultural Journey Through Iran

• Golestan Palace (UNESCO) – Qajar royal complex.
• National Museum of Iran – overview of ancient Persia.
• Lunch around 13:30 in a traditional setting.
• Jewelry Museum (subject to opening days).
• Evening at Tabiat Bridge with views over modern Tehran.

Local Tastes – Tehran: Zereshk Polo ba Morgh, Tehran-style kebab, traditional sweets Overnight: Tehran

• Sa’dabad Palace Complex (2–3 hours).
• Carpet Museum of Iran.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Free time for cafés or shopping.
• Optional easy walk in Darband foothills.

Local Tastes – Tehran: Ash Reshteh, seasonal fruit snacks, artisanal tea houses Overnight: Tehran

Morning flight to Kerman (approximately 1.5 hours).

• Ganjali Khan Complex including square, bathhouse, and bazaar.
• Historic core walk.
• Lunch around 14:00.

Afternoon kept light to adjust to desert climate and altitude. Local Tastes – Kerman: Boz Ghormeh, Kolompeh cookies, cumin-spiced dishes Overnight: Kerman

• Shahdad and the Kaluts formations in the Lut Desert (half day).
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Optional visit to Rayen Citadel if timing allows.
• Sunset desert landscape views.

Local Tastes – Kerman: Date-based sweets, herbal infusions, regional breads Overnight: Kerman

Morning flight to Shiraz.

• Nasir al-Molk Mosque.
• Zandiyeh Complex including Arg-e Karim Khan and Vakil Bazaar.
• Lunch around 13:30.

Local Tastes – Shiraz: Kalam Polo, Shirazi Salad, Faloodeh Shirazi Overnight: Shiraz

• Persepolis (UNESCO).
• Naqsh-e Rostam.
• Lunch around 14:00.
• Late afternoon visit to Tomb of Hafez.

Local Tastes – Shiraz: Masghati sweets, citrus drinks, local desserts Overnight: Shiraz

• Eram Garden (UNESCO).
• Narenjestan Qavam.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Exterior visit and cultural explanation at Shah Cheragh.
• Free evening.

Overnight: Shiraz

Drive to Yazd (approximately 5–6 hours) with tea breaks along the way.

• Arrival and lunch.
• Old Town walking tour including Fahadan district.

Local Tastes – Yazd: Shuli soup, Qottab sweets, Yazdi cake Overnight: Yazd

• Zoroastrian Fire Temple.
• Towers of Silence.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Dowlat Abad Garden (UNESCO).
• Rooftop sunset overlooking windcatchers.

Local Tastes – Yazd: Sesame sweets, pomegranate-based dishes, herbal distillates Overnight: Yazd

Drive to Isfahan (approximately 4.5–5 hours).

• Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO).
• Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.
• Evening walk at Khaju Bridge.

Local Tastes – Isfahan: Beryani Isfahani, Gaz nougat Overnight: Isfahan

• Imam Mosque.
• Ali Qapu Palace.
• Lunch around 13:30.
• Vank Cathedral (Armenian Quarter).
• Jolfa cafés.

Overnight: Isfahan

Drive north toward Kashan via Abyaneh village.

• Abyaneh village walking exploration.
• Lunch in Kashan.
• Fin Garden (UNESCO).
• Visit to Borujerdi or Tabatabaei House.

Local Tastes – Kashan: Rosewater products, Koloocheh cookies, herbal distillates Overnight: Kashan

Morning drive to Tehran (approximately 2.5–3 hours).

• Last-minute shopping depending on flight schedule.
• Transfer to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

End of Program