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Explore the history of old Persia through its magnificent mosques, small mountain villages and colourful gardens. Wander the streets and explore the ancient cities, that encapsulate much of Iran’s rich history and culture.

NASIR ALMOLK MOSQUE, SHIRAZ

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DELICACIESMeal Plan7 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 7 Dinners

HIGHLIGHTS

4-5 HOTELSSHIRAZ 5★ Zandiyeh HotelYAZD 4★ Dad HotelISFAHAN 4★ Abbasi Hotel TEHRAN 5★ Espinas Hotel

*Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

DAY 1HOME→ SHIRAZ Meals on BoardAssemble at the airport and depart for Shiraz, one of the oldest cities of ancient Persia.

DAY 2SHIRAZ Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerUpon your arrival, begin your tour with the highlights of Shiraz, the former capital of Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Be inspired by the glorious Karim Khan Fortress and walk through Zandieh complex, which includes the Vakil Mosque, traditional Bazaar and Bath. See the beautiful Nasir al-Mulk Mosque with its unique stained-glass windows. End your day with a visit to the Qavam House, which is also known as Narenjestan-e Qavam, a unique and ancient building in the old district of city.

DAY 3SHIRAZ → PERSEPOLIS → SHIRAZBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerAfter breakfast, take an hour’s drive to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Persepolis, the former centre of the Persian Empire. On the way back to Shiraz, drop by the rock cut tombs at Naqsh-e-Rostam, the burial place of Darius the Great and his successors. Pass by Quran Gate and Hafezieh and Saadieh, the tomb of famous poets Hafez and Saadi. Continue your journey to the lovely Eram Gardens, also known as the ‘Garden of Paradise’ (Bagh-e

Eram), one of the most beautiful and monumental gardens of Iran.

DAY 4SHIRAZ → PASARGADAE → YAZDBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerToday, make your way to Pasargadae, the ancient capital and burial site of Cyrus the Great, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Tomb of Cyrus the Great and remains of Achaemenian palaces and edifices. After lunch, you will be driven to Abarkooh to see the Adobe Ice House, an ancient building used to store ice and food throughout the year. Continue your journey to the city of Yazd for dinner and an overnight stay.

DAY 5YAZD → ISFAHANBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerBegin your adventure through the ‘City of Windcatchers’ on an orientation tour. See the Jameh Mosque of Yazd, a stunning example of an Azari mosque, which boasts the tallest minarets in the country, check out the symmetrical alcoves of the Amir Chakhmaq Complex, then head on to the Water Museum to see how the quants (underground water channels) brought water to the city from the mountains for thousands of years. You will also visit the Fire Temple and Towers of Silence, both vestiges of the city’s Zoroastrian heritage. Thereafter, travel to Isfahan for an overnight stay.

IRANSHIRAZ

• Nasir al-Mulk Mosque• Zandieh Complex• Qavam House• Eram Gardens• Karim Khan Fortress• Ancient Ruins of Persepolis (UNESCO)• Naqsh-e Rustam & Rajab• Hafezieh and the Saadieh• Pasargadae Tomb of Cyrus The Great

(UNESCO)YAZD

• Abarkooh Adobe Ice House• Jameh Mosque• Amir Chakhmaq Complex• Water Museum• Old City with Fire Temple• Towers of Silence

ISFAHAN• Imam Square (UNESCO)• Ali Qapu Palace• Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque• Chehel Sotoun Palace (UNESCO)• Bridge of 33 Arches• Vank Cathedral• Jameh Mosque of Isfahan• Isfahan Bazaar

KASHAN• Fin garden (UNESCO)• Tabātabāei House• Borujerdis House• Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse

TEHRAN• Azadi Tower• Golestan Palace• Sa’dabad Complex• Tajrish Square

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DAY 6ISFAHANBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerIsfahan is one of the most impressive cities in Iran. We start tour in Imam Square (formerly Naqsh-e Jahan Square), one of the most famous UNESCO sites, which covers an area of 82,500 square metres, making it the second largest square in the world. While here, visit Ali Qapu Palace on the west side, and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque on the east side of this square. Then make your way to the UNESCO site Chehel Sotoun Palace and Garden, another noteworthy attraction in Iran. After dinner, see the famous bridges of Si-o-se-pol and Khaju by the Zayanderud River.

DAY 7ISFAHANBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerStart your day by exploring the city of Isfahan. Take a look at the historical Vank Cathedral, also known as the Church of the Holy Saviour, in the Jolfa Armenian quarter of Isfahan. Be captivated by the gorgeous

fusion of Armenian and Islamic architecture. Afterwards, see the Jame Mosque of Isfahan, an architectural treasure encapsulating different Persian architectural and decorative styles over 12 centuries. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the Persian Bazaar and be introduced to the Iranian handicrafts and workshops.

DAY 8ISFAHAN → KASHAN → TEHRANBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner Today, depart for the city of Kashan. Stroll through this beautiful traditional city and visit Tabātabāei House, Borujerdi House and Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse. Thereafter, stop by the Fin Garden, the oldest surviving Persian garden in Iran. After lunch, make your way to the capital city of Tehran.

DAY 9TEHRAN → HOMEBreakfast, LunchYour journey starts with a visit to the Azadi Square, from there make a quick stop and see the facade of the Azadi Tower. Then

transfer to the Golestan Palace before travelling to the Sa’dabad Complex in the northern part of Tehran. Thereafter, spend the shopping at the Tajrish Bazaar before transferring to the airport for your departure flight back home.

DAY 10HOME SWEET HOME We hope you enjoyed your vacation with our company and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

Tipping Guideline: (based on 10D7N)• USD80 per person

Note:• A minimum group size of 15 passengers is required

for a confirmed departure.• The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and

hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

• Visa is required to Islamic Republic of Iran. Iran is a country exclusion under the sanctions notice, it will not be able cover under insurance policy.

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IMAM SQUARE VIEWED FROM ALI QAPU IN ISFAHAN, IRAN. IT IS KNOWN AS NAQSH-E JAHAN SQUARE. IT HAS LED TO ITS DESIGNATION AS A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.

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