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Persepolis

The name “Persepolis”is a Greek word for “the city of Persians”. It is located seventy miles northeast of Shiraz in Iran, which was built in terraces up from the river Pulwar to Kūh-e Raḥmat (“Mount of Mercy”). Persepolis, as the capital of the Persian Empire was founded by Darius I in 518 B...

The name “Persepolis”is a Greek word for “the city of Persians”. It is located seventy miles northeast of Shiraz in Iran, which was built in terraces up from the river Pulwar to Kūh-e Raḥmat (“Mount of Mercy”). Persepolis, as the capital of the Persian Empire was founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., and then the construction of it, was continued by his Successors. It is a half artificial and half natural job of many architects, artists, master builders and too many other men and women who were insured as well as being paid by monthly salaries. Building of this masterpiece was lasted for about 120 years and by the exciting evidence from an unfinished palace we can say that it never got the chance to attain perfect. Persepolis was designed primarily to be a showplace and spectacular center for the receptions and festivals of the kings and their empire. It expanses for about125000 square feet.  This magnificent masterpiece is a unique job which every year gathers too many tourists from all around the world just to see its Mysterious, extraordinary, elegant sights which contains of:

  • Official Palace and ceremonial palaces of Persepolis (Palace of the Gate of Nations).
  • Living rooms and small private chambers.
  • Treasury of the king
  • Fortress and Protective Castle
  • Entrance steps and Xerxes gate

Macedonian Alexander Gordian attacked Iran and set fire to Persepolis. But the ruins of this place are still known as one of the largest historical works all around the world as there are detailed pictures on the walls which is a true prodigity of the humans art and scince for its time. 

Pink Mosque

The mosque is called by many different names. Mostly known as the “Pink Mosque”, it is also called the “Mosque of colours,” the “Rainbow Mosque” or the “Kaleidoscope Mosque”. This is a space where light and worship intertwine. The mosque comes to life with the sunrise and colours dance throughout...

The mosque is called by many different names. Mostly known as the “Pink Mosque”, it is also called the “Mosque of colours,” the “Rainbow Mosque” or the “Kaleidoscope Mosque”. This is a space where light and worship intertwine. The mosque comes to life with the sunrise and colours dance throughout the day like whirling dervishes. It reflects on the ground, walls, the arches and the towering spires. It even reflects on the visitors as if a colourful ball is hit by the first sun ray and explodes to thousands of butterflies all around. The original name of the mosque in Persian is Masjed-e Naseer ol Molk. It was Built by the order of one of  the lords of the Qajar Dynasty, Mirza Hasan ‘Ali Nasir al-Mulk, it took 12 years to complete in 1888. Its interior reveals a magnificent masterpiece of design with stunning colours. The designers Muhammad Hasan-e-Memar and Muhammad Reza Kashi Paz-e-Shirazi used extensively stained glass on the façade and other traditional elements such as panj kāseh-i (five concaves), which create a breath taking effect of the interior like standing in a kaleidoscope. Once the sunlight hits the stained glass, the entire building is flooded by a vibrant rainbow of colours. In popular culture, the mosque is also called Pink Mosque, because its tiles are beautifully decorated with a pre-eminently pinkish rose colour.

Today this gorgeous mosque is still in use under protection by Nasir al Mulk's Endowment Foundation. Built in late 19th century, not very new and not very old, it is a celebration of both classic and modern times embedded in Islamic heritage. Speaking of this heritage, it has roots in Islamic art, architecture, tile making, geometry, patterns and other arts that flourished in the Golden Age of Islam. The best time to visit there an see the bezutiful colours is from 8:00 Am to 10:00 Am. You can take magnificiant pictures in these hours.

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Top Shiraz Tours

$1500 Per Day

14 days around Iran Tehran to Tehran

14 days Tehran to Tehran

Day 1

Arrival at Tehran, meet your private tour guide, transfer to Hotel, Overnight Tehran.

Depending on your arrival time and your preference, have choices of Northern Tehran sightseeing.

Enjoy diner by the Darband streams where you can see young Tehran citizens walk up and down the stream.

 

Day2: Old Tehran Walking Tour

Let’s walk together in Tehran most chaotic area! The central part of Tehran. We will go to visit a palace which have seen three dynasties and more than 7 kings lived there and 4 kings had crowning ceremonies in it, Golestan Palace.  After enjoying a cup of coffee in Golestan palace garden we can go to the enormous bazaar of Tehran and ramble through it, when we get enough of it, let’s enjoy a traditional Persian food or a Kebab.

After lunch we will go to National museum of Tehran and get the chance to know these thousands- year- old priceless pieces.

If it is days between Saturday and Tuesday we can substitute National Jewelry museum with any of the main attractions.

 

Day 3: Kashan

 

On the way to Kashan, we may stop in Qom to see the mullah’s city and give a visit to Masuma shrine, th second holy shrine in Iran.For visiting this shrine ladies are supposed to wear traditional way of hijab which will be provided by shrine officials.

Giving a visit to Fin Garden in Kashan then move to the center of the city and enjoy lunch in one of Kashan’s historical houses.

After lunch doing some sightseeing: Broujerdi & Tabatabii Houses the residence of merchants who brought the Persian carpet into fame more than a century ago.

Accommodation : Historical house

 

Day 4: Deset and ities in the middle of Desert

If you are not claustrophobic we will walk in the corridors of underground shelter in Nushabad, Near  Kashan and after that we will head to Abu Zeid Abad  to enjoy desert and Dunes.

After visiting a two floor Qanat in Ardestan we will head to Nain.

Going to Nain a city in the middle of desert where we can  give a visit to one of the oldest touristic mosque in Iran and having a scenery of a ruined castle by the side of it. If it’s not a public holiday we can visit caved handmade textile workshops in Mohammadieh.

Overnight Ardakan or Aqda

Day 5 :

In the morning Drive to Chak Chak a Zaroastrian fire temple in the mountains.

Then on the way to Yazd visit Maybod and its attractions Dovecots were old form of land fertilizer factory which are extinct now. Though you can see one of the renovated ones in Meybod and if we are lucky and the pottery workshop is open we will make vase of our own!

After Checking in to the hotel and a short rest going to Mirhakhmagh and a two floor water reservoir where Iranian traditional body building takes place in it.

 

Day 6 :

Yazd is the city of Zoroastrian’s: visiting Ostudans(grave), Temple, and if you like a new museum about their lifestyle.

We will walk through narrow turning allies and visit the magnificent entrance of Jame mosque with its tall minarets and amazing ceramic work.

Dowlat Abad Garden is a Persian garden which was built centuries ago.

In the evening we will enjoy tea in one of roof café in old part of town to enjoy sunset.

Early night to be ready for the next day long drive.

 

Day 7 :Pasargad

To day we have one of the longest drive on our way to Pasargad.

On the way we will stop in Abarkuh by the 4000 years old cypress tree and enjoy a good cofee  there. Then drive the rest of the way to Pasargad, near Pasargad there is a restaurant which serves Pasargad’s local food which is specializedto that area and cooked by local housewives.

After this enjoyable lunch,  Let’s go to a place where Persians are the most proud of, Cyrus the great tomb!

Over night Aghamir eolodge in Sa’adatshahr.

 

Day 8: Persepolis, necropolis

( probably you have read all about this main site ) so I keep calm and let you enjoy it with a dedicated guide of Persepolis!

In the evening meet warm Iranians in Hafez tomb reciting his poems.

Overnight Shiraz

 Day 9:

Early in the morning visit the marvelous glass and light work in Nasirolmolk mosque.

Explore the beauties of Zand architecture: Vakil mosque, Vakil Hammam  and

AttractiveMoshir Serai In  bazaar with tantalizing handy crafts and artwork.

 

Day 10 drive to Isfahan

 

You’ll enjoy the 33Bridge and Khajoo Bridge after checking in to your hotel in Isfahan.

 

Day 11 :Isfahan

Marvel at the amazing royal square (Meydan-e- Naghshe Jahan).

Imam mosque perplexing features besides the impressive tile work at Sheikh Lotfollah mosque will give you the impression of how perfect were Persian tiles art, then it’s the time for plaster art in music room at Aliqapoo palace to amaze you after enjoying lunch we can enjoy the beauty of  Chehel sotune (40 columns).

Accommodation: 3* hotel

 

Day 12: Isfahan

Going to the Armenian neighborhood, visiting  Vank church which has the characteristic of Zoroastrian Muslim and Christianity all to together after that we and enjoy live traditional Persian music at music.

If you were in the mood of short hike we may go to Ruins of Zoroastrians fire temple to have a panoramic view of Isfahan.

Did you know there were shaking minaret in Isfahan which literally shakes with 5 Richter if you shake the other brick minaret with pushing and pulling by hands?!

Accommodation: 3* hotel

Day 13: Abyane

Visit this exotic village which was so remote that they could keep Their language safe after Muslim Invasion and still talk in old Persian language named Pahlavi.

On the way Natanz

Overnight Abyaneh

Day 14:

Depending on your departure time Drive To IKIA

Drive 4 hours to Air port.

$60 Per Day

Qashqaei nomads Tour

Hi there!

Would you like to herd sheep with the Qashqaei shepherds?  I have a planned trip to the Zagros mountains, near Shiraz. There, we can meet the Qashqaei nomads, a people that have remained separate from the mainstream Iranian society. It’s guaranteed that you will be immersed in their authentic culture. During your stay, you yourself will become like a nomad. As many nights as you wish, you can spend sleeping under the stars in the tents that the Qashqaei themselves stay. In the morning, you too will wake up to make bread with your hosts. Your meals will include natural, organic, and fresh milk products like yogurt and cheese made by you and your hosts. During the day, you can learn special crafting techniques using string firsthand. You can even dress like the Qashqaei by wearing their colorful traditional clothing! 

If you don’t want to miss this once in a lifetime opportunity, don’t hesitate and call me. I can plan a visit based on the number of days you wish to spend on this trip. Imagine, you could become friends with the Qashqaei nomads and visit the awe-inspiring Zagros mountains!

See you soon!

$2535 Per Day

Cultural Tour

It's one of the most popular tour of Persia that allows people to visit central of Iran including Tehran, Kashan, Esfahan and Shiraz. These cities have a lot of world Heritage sits such as Persepolis of Shiraz, Naqsh-e-Jahan SQR, Persian Gardens. 

 

Day 1- Tehran

Landing at IKIA, Transferring to hotel for refreshing rest, Tehran city tour

Day 2- Kashan

Drive to Kashan, pearl of desert. Kashan city tour

Day 3- Abiyaneh 
Drive to Abiyaneh village, where it is popular for its culture, architecture and landscape

Day 4- Esfahan

Drive to one of the most beautiful cities of Persia. in the afternoon visit Armenian quarter and one of the marvelous churches, 

Day 5- Esfahan

Visit Naqsh-e-Jahan SQR including AAli qapu palace, Impressive royal Mosque and Sheikh Lotf allah mosque.

Day 6- Esfahan

Free day

Day 7- Yazd

Drive to  Yazd, the oldest adobe city of the world, en route visit Nain

Day 8- Yazd

Yazd city tour, Towers of silence, Fire temple, Jame mosque, Water museum. 

Day 9- Zein al din

Drive to Zein al din caravansary where it is located in the heart of desert. 

Day 10- Shiraz

Drive to Shiraz, city of flowers and poetry, en route visit Pasargadae

Day 11- Shiraz
Shiraz garden tour will get under way by visiting Eram Garden, Naranjestan garden, Sa'di Garden tomb and Hafez Garden tomb. After waking tour of Zand complex including Fortress, Vakil bazaar and mosque

Day 12-  Persepolis

Excursion to Persepolis, free afternoon

Day 13- Departure

Travelers will leave the country with sweet memories. 

Inclusions:

1- Iran visa authorization code
2- 12 nights of accommodation in mid-range hotels (B&B)
3- 12 days of guided tours with a professional English Speaking tour guide
4- 12 days of private transport
5- All entrance fees
6- All airport pick ups.