This 30-day Grand Iran Tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Iran beyond a conventional city break. Over four weeks, you will discover imperial Persian history, Islamic architecture, Zoroastrian heritage, sacred pilgrimage sites, traditional bazaars, Persian gardens, mountain landscapes, forests, beaches, deserts and colorful Persian Gulf islands.
From the contemporary energy of Tehran to the Caspian landscapes of Mahmoudabad, Chalus and Ramsar, from the spiritual atmosphere of Mashhad to the poetry and history of Nishapur, from the mud-brick lanes of Yazd to ancient Persepolis and elegant Shiraz, the journey presents a remarkably complete picture of Iran.
The southern section introduces a completely different side of the country through Kish, Bandar Abbas, Qeshm and Hormuz, with beaches, marine landscapes, traditional communities and extraordinary geological formations. The final journey continues to sacred Qom, historic Qazvin, legendary Alamut, artistic Kashan, the mountain village of Abyaneh, and magnificent Isfahan.
Table of price for each level of services is at the end of itinerary.
30 Days/29 Nights Iran top tour.
29 Breakfast + 28 Lunch.
29 Nights 3*,4*,5* hotel + 29 Breakfast & 2Lunch included.
5 Iran domestic flight tickets included.
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Arrive at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in Tehran, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Tehran.
This first day is intentionally relaxed to allow you to recover from your international journey, check in to your hotel and prepare for the exciting exploration of Iran.
Meals: No meals included
Overnight: Tehran
Service: Airport transfer only
After breakfast, begin your first full day of sightseeing in Tehran, Iran’s dynamic capital.
Start with Azadi Square and Azadi Tower, one of Tehran’s most recognizable landmarks and an important symbol of modern Iranian architecture. Continue to Maidan-e Mashq, the historic parade ground in central Tehran, followed by the monumental National Garden Gate (Sardar-e Bagh-e Melli).
Continue into the traditional heart of the capital at Tehran Grand Bazaar, where covered lanes are filled with Persian carpets, handicrafts, spices, jewelry and local products.
After lunch, visit the elegant Moghadam Museum, a remarkable historic residence featuring Persian art, architecture, gardens and decorative details. Continue to the former U.S. Embassy, a historically significant site in central Tehran.
The afternoon concludes at Chitgar Lake, a modern recreational area where you can enjoy the atmosphere and views of one of Tehran’s major urban leisure destinations.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Tehran
Following breakfast, explore another side of Tehran, where contemporary architecture meets the foothills of the Alborz Mountains.
Begin at the spectacular Tabiat Bridge, Tehran’s famous pedestrian bridge connecting Taleghani Park and Ab-o-Atash Park. Continue through Water and Fire Park, one of the city’s most popular modern recreational spaces.
From central Tehran, travel north toward Tajrish, visiting the atmospheric Imamzadeh Saleh Shrine and walking through Tajrish Bazaar, where traditional food, spices, flowers and local products create an authentic Tehran experience.
After lunch, continue to Darband, a picturesque mountain valley filled with restaurants, streams, walking paths and traditional teahouses. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and the contrast between Tehran’s urban center and its green northern foothills.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Tehran
Today focuses on the historic city of Ray, on the southern side of modern Tehran.
Visit the revered Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine, one of the most important pilgrimage complexes in the Tehran metropolitan area. Explore the traditional bazaar around the shrine, where religious and commercial life have developed together over centuries.
Continue to Tughrul Tower, one of the notable surviving monuments of medieval Ray. Your guide will explain the history and significance of the monument and the ancient city that once stood here.
After lunch, return to Tehran and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Tehran
After breakfast, begin your journey from Tehran toward northern Iran and the Caspian Sea.
Tehran → Mahmoudabad: approximately 220–230 km by road, around 4–5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
The route takes you through the Alborz landscape before reaching the lush northern provinces. Upon arrival in Mahmoudabad, enjoy the fresh Caspian atmosphere, coastal scenery and relaxed seaside environment.
The afternoon is dedicated to enjoying nature and the Caspian Sea, with time for photography and leisurely exploration.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Transport: Private road transfer
Guide: English-speaking guide
Overnight: Mahmoudabad
After breakfast, travel along the spectacular Caspian coastline toward Chalus.
Mahmoudabad → Chalus: approximately 83 km, around 1–1.5 hours by road, depending on traffic.
The journey continues through a combination of coastal scenery, green countryside and Alborz foothills.
Visit Namak Abroud Tourist Complex, famous for its forested mountain landscape and Namak Abroud Telecabin (cable car). Ride upward for panoramic views over the forest and Caspian region, followed by time to appreciate the unique combination of mountains, forest and sea.
After lunch, continue to Chalus for hotel check-in and an evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance / cable car fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Chalus
After breakfast, continue westward along one of the most scenic coastal routes in northern Iran.
Chalus → Ramsar: approximately 79 km by road, around 1.5 hours, depending on traffic and stops.
Enjoy the spectacular combination of Caspian Sea views, forested slopes and mountain landscapes along the route.
Upon arrival, explore the beautiful resort atmosphere of Ramsar, often associated with the elegant Caspian coast and Alborz scenery. There will be time to enjoy the seaside environment and photograph the landscape.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Transport: Private road transfer
Guide: English-speaking guide
Overnight: Ramsar
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Mashhad.
Flight: Ramsar Airport (RZR) → Mashhad International Airport (MHD)
Domestic flight ticket: Included
Current published schedules show direct Ramsar–Mashhad service on selected days, so the final routing and departure time should be confirmed according to the travel date.
After arrival in Mashhad, check in to the hotel and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon or evening, begin your spiritual experience at the magnificent Holy Shrine of Imam Reza, one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Iran and the wider Shia Muslim world.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Flight ticket: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Mashhad
Today combines religious heritage, contemporary Iranian history and leisure.
Begin with a deeper exploration of the Imam Reza Shrine complex, followed by the Astan Quds Razavi Museum Complex, where you can discover religious art, historical objects and artifacts associated with the shrine.
The itinerary also includes visits to the burial sites of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was buried at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad in July 2026, and late President Ebrahim Raisi, who was also buried at the Imam Reza Shrine. Access to particular sections of the shrine and burial areas remains subject to local shrine protocols.
After lunch, walk through Imam Reza Bazaar, one of Mashhad’s best-known shopping areas.
The day ends at Chalidareh, a popular mountain leisure destination offering beautiful scenery and a refreshing change from the urban environment.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Mashhad
After breakfast, explore the literary, cultural and historical heritage surrounding Mashhad.
Visit the Tomb of Ferdowsi, the celebrated Persian poet whose Shahnameh remains one of the foundations of Persian literary culture.
Continue to Imamzadeh Yaser and Naser, one of the region’s recognized religious destinations.
After lunch, head toward the verdant countryside of Torqabeh, or Shandiz depending on seasonal conditions and local preferences. Enjoy the mountain atmosphere, traditional restaurants and natural scenery.
Return to Mashhad and visit the Nader Shah Afshar Mausoleum, dedicated to the powerful 18th-century Persian ruler.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Mashhad
After breakfast, travel from Mashhad to the historic city of Nishapur.
Mashhad → Nishapur: approximately 125 km, around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours by road each way.
Discover the cultural heritage of Nishapur, one of the historic centers of Persian civilization.
The tour includes:
Nishapur Grand Mosque (Jameh Mosque)
Tomb of Omar Khayyam
Bibi Shatiteh Mausoleum
Tomb of Attar of Nishapur
Shadiakh Archaeological Area
After lunch, continue exploring the traditional atmosphere of Nishapur and its local bazaar before returning to Mashhad.
Important routing note: For operational continuity with Day 12, this itinerary treats the requested “return to Tehran” on Day 11 as a routing error and returns the group to Mashhad. Returning to Tehran after the Nishapur excursion would make the following Mashhad program operationally inconsistent and require another additional transfer.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Mashhad
Enjoy a more relaxed but culturally rich final day in Mashhad.
Begin at the beautiful Darougheh Historic House, a traditional residence showcasing Iranian domestic architecture and decorative craftsmanship.
Continue to the St. Mesrop Armenian Church, offering an opportunity to discover the city’s Christian heritage and the multicultural history of Mashhad.
After lunch, visit Goharshad Mosque, one of the architectural jewels associated with the Imam Reza Shrine complex.
The afternoon concludes at Koohsangi Park, one of Mashhad’s most popular urban parks, offering mountain views and a pleasant environment before your next travel stage.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Mashhad
After breakfast, transfer to Mashhad Airport.
Flight: Mashhad (MHD) → Yazd (AZD)
Domestic flight ticket: Included
Current published schedules show direct Mashhad–Yazd service on selected dates, with flight times around 1 hour 30 minutes when operating directly.
Arrive in Yazd, check in as appropriate and enjoy lunch.
Begin your first Yazd experience with the atmospheric Yazd Bazaar, followed by Amir Chakhmaq Square, one of the city’s most recognizable architectural landmarks.
Continue to Yazd Jameh Mosque, famous for its soaring portal and blue-tiled decoration.
Finish the day by walking through the historic Fahadan Quarter, where narrow lanes, adobe houses and traditional architecture create one of Iran’s most atmospheric old-city environments.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Flight ticket: Included
Entrance fees: Included
Overnight: Yazd
After breakfast, explore the fascinating heritage of Yazd, one of Iran’s great desert cities.
Visit the Yazd Towers of Silence, historically associated with Zoroastrian funerary traditions.
Continue to the Yazd Zoroastrian Fire Temple, an important site for understanding the continuing presence of Zoroastrian culture in the region.
After lunch, explore the magnificent Dowlat Abad Garden, a celebrated example of Persian garden design and traditional architecture.
Continue through Yazd’s traditional market area for shopping and local crafts.
In the late afternoon, a Yazd desert experience may be arranged when seasonal conditions, weather and daylight permit, offering a memorable encounter with the desert landscapes surrounding the city.
Return to the hotel in Yazd.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included for scheduled attractions
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Yazd
After an early breakfast, depart Yazd toward Shiraz by private vehicle.
Yazd → Persepolis: approximately 379 km, around 4 hours 10 minutes of driving before sightseeing.
The main highlight is Persepolis, the magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Persian Empire and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the monumental gateways, grand terraces, royal reliefs and surviving columns while your guide explains the story of the Achaemenid Empire and the development of Persian civilization.
After lunch, continue toward Shiraz.
Persepolis → Shiraz: approximately 58–59 km, around 1 hour by road.
Arrive in Shiraz, check in to the hotel and relax.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Shiraz
Today is dedicated to the architectural and cultural highlights of Shiraz, the city of poetry, gardens and classical Persian culture.
Begin at the spectacular Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, widely known as the Pink Mosque, where colorful stained glass creates extraordinary interior light.
Continue to Vakil Mosque, followed by the historic Vakil Bazaar and Vakil Bathhouse, forming one of Shiraz’s most important traditional urban complexes.
After lunch, visit the Eram Garden, one of Iran’s celebrated Persian gardens.
Continue to the Hafez Tomb, honoring one of the most influential poets of the Persian literary tradition.
End the day with a panoramic city drive and return to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Shiraz
After breakfast, continue exploring Shiraz.
Begin at the imposing Arg of Karim Khan, the historic citadel associated with the Zand dynasty.
Continue to Narenjestan-e Qavam, an elegant historic house and garden combining Persian landscaping, architecture and decorative arts.
After lunch, visit the Shah Cheragh Shrine, one of Shiraz’s most important religious and architectural landmarks, subject to applicable visitor and dress regulations.
Depending on local opening times and access conditions, the itinerary can also include Saadi Tomb, another important literary landmark of Shiraz.
Enjoy your final evening in the city.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Shiraz
After breakfast, transfer to Shiraz Airport.
Flight: Shiraz (SYZ) → Kish Island (KIH)
Domestic flight ticket: Included
Current published schedules show direct Shiraz–Kish flights on the route, with the flight distance around 362 km.
After arrival on Kish Island, check in as appropriate and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, begin a half-day Kish Island tour, exploring the island’s coastal scenery, elegant waterfront areas and major landmarks.
Depending on the final schedule, the tour can include the Greek Ship viewpoint, Kish coastline, traditional neighborhoods and key leisure areas.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Flight ticket: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Kish Island
After breakfast, dedicate the full day to discovering Kish.
Visit the ancient Harireh Archaeological City, one of the island’s most important historic sites, followed by Kariz Underground City, a fascinating underground complex shaped from the island’s historic qanat system.
Continue to the Greek Ship, a famous Kish landmark and photographic viewpoint.
After lunch, enjoy time at the island’s major shopping centers and bazaars, with opportunities to purchase Persian handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs and other products.
The program combines history, island scenery, leisure and shopping.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Kish Island
After breakfast, transfer to Kish Airport.
Flight: Kish Island (KIH) → Bandar Abbas (BND)
Domestic flight ticket: Included, subject to the final operating schedule.
Because direct Kish–Bandar Abbas services can be seasonal or temporarily inactive, the final flight arrangement should be reconfirmed at ticketing. Current schedule databases have shown periods without active nonstop service.
After arrival in Bandar Abbas, have lunch and begin a half-day city tour.
Explore the Bandar Abbas waterfront, traditional areas and major urban landmarks while experiencing the distinctive atmosphere of Iran’s Persian Gulf coast.
Return to the hotel for the evening.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Flight ticket: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Bandar Abbas
After breakfast, transfer to the ferry terminal and travel by sea from Bandar Abbas to Qeshm Island.
Bandar Abbas → Qeshm: approximately 25 km across the water, with ferry crossings taking around 30 minutes on currently published services.
On Qeshm, begin a full-day island adventure.
Visit the extraordinary Chahkooh Canyon, one of Qeshm’s most impressive geological landscapes.
Continue to Stars Valley, famous for its unusual eroded rock formations and dramatic natural scenery.
After lunch, explore Laft Historic Village, known for its traditional architecture, windcatchers and Gulf heritage.
Depending on tides, weather and local operating conditions, the itinerary may also include the Naz Islands or another nearby coastal viewpoint.
Return by ferry to Bandar Abbas in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Sea transfer: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Bandar Abbas
After breakfast, travel by passenger ferry from Bandar Abbas to Hormuz Island.
Spend a full day discovering one of the most visually distinctive islands in the Persian Gulf.
Explore the island by local vehicle and visit highlights such as Hormuz’s Portuguese Castle, the famous Red Beach, colorful geological landscapes, the Valley of Statues and other scenic viewpoints according to local conditions.
Hormuz is particularly famous for its extraordinary combination of red, orange, yellow and other mineral-rich landscapes.
Enjoy lunch during the excursion before returning to Bandar Abbas by ferry.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Sea transfer: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Bandar Abbas
After breakfast, transfer to Bandar Abbas Airport.
Flight: Bandar Abbas (BND) → Tehran (THR / Mehrabad Airport)
Domestic flight ticket: Included
Current published schedules show nonstop Bandar Abbas–Tehran flights, with the route covering approximately 1,056 km and scheduled flight times around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours depending on airline and schedule.
After arrival in Tehran, continue by private vehicle toward Qom.
Tehran → Qom: approximately 150 km by road, generally around 2 hours, depending on the departure point and traffic.
After lunch, visit the magnificent Shrine of حضرت Fatima Masumeh (Hazrat Fatima Masumeh), one of Iran’s most important Shia pilgrimage centers.
Continue to the traditional Qom Bazaar before hotel check-in.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Flight ticket: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Qom
Today is devoted to the spiritual heritage of Qom.
Begin with another opportunity for pilgrimage at the Shrine of Lady Fatima Masumeh, followed by Jamkaran Mosque, one of the most important pilgrimage destinations near Qom.
After lunch, explore the traditional Qom Bazaar, with time for shopping and experiencing the atmosphere of one of Iran’s principal religious cities.
Return to the hotel for a relaxed final evening in Qom.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included where applicable
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Qom
After breakfast, depart Qom for Qazvin.
Qom → Qazvin: approximately 228 km by road, around 2 hours 40 minutes, depending on traffic and road conditions.
After arrival and lunch, begin a guided tour of Qazvin, one of Iran’s historic cities and former capitals.
Explore Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai, one of Iran’s most impressive surviving traditional commercial complexes.
Continue to Qazvin Jameh Mosque, followed by the historic Chehel Sotoun Palace of Qazvin and the traditional urban area around the bazaar, subject to opening hours.
The day’s program is designed to combine architecture, history, traditional commerce and Persian urban culture.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Qazvin
After breakfast, travel into the spectacular Alborz landscape toward Alamut Castle, associated with the dramatic medieval history of the region.
Qazvin → Alamut Castle: approximately 103–104 km by road each way, with the mountainous route generally requiring around 2.5–3 hours each way, allowing for road conditions and stops.
Visit Alamut Castle, dramatically situated amid the Alborz Mountains. Your guide will explain the history of the fortress, the geography of the Alamut region and its role in medieval Persian history.
After lunch, return to Qazvin.
In the late afternoon and evening, enjoy an additional 2–3-hour Qazvin city tour, allowing more time to experience areas that could not be included the previous day.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
Overnight: Qazvin
After breakfast, travel south toward Kashan.
Depending on the final road routing, the journey is approximately 330–370 km, generally around 4–5 hours by road; exact time depends on the selected route and traffic conditions. Current route calculations vary because of alternative road networks.
After lunch, discover Kashan’s magnificent architectural heritage.
Visit one of Kashan’s celebrated historic residences, preferably Tabatabaei House, with Borujerdi House as an alternative according to opening hours and local operations.
Continue to Fin Garden, one of Iran’s famous Persian gardens.
Visit the atmospheric Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse, followed by Kashan Bazaar, where traditional handicrafts, carpets, rosewater products and local goods can be found.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Kashan
After breakfast, depart Kashan toward the picturesque mountain village of Abyaneh.
Kashan → Abyaneh: approximately 85 km by road, around 1–1.5 hours, using the commonly routed approach.
Explore Abyaneh, famous for its red-toned traditional houses, mountain setting, narrow lanes and distinctive cultural character.
After lunch, continue toward Isfahan.
Abyaneh → Isfahan: approximately 160–180 km by road, roughly 2–2.5 hours, depending on the selected route.
Upon arrival in Isfahan, begin your first major sightseeing session at the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square.
Visit:
Imam Mosque
Ali Qapu Palace
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
Naqsh-e Jahan Bazaar
Continue to Chehel Sotoun Palace, another celebrated example of Safavid-era architecture and Persian garden design.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Isfahan
After breakfast, complete your exploration of Isfahan with a full-day cultural program.
Visit the magnificent Vank Cathedral in the historic Armenian quarter of New Julfa.
Continue to Monar Jonban (Shaking Minarets), followed by the lower viewpoint of Atashgah Mountain / Fire Temple, where your guide will explain the ancient significance of the site.
After lunch, explore the famous Khaju Bridge and Si-o-se-pol Bridge, two of the iconic landmarks of Isfahan.
Continue to the historic Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, followed by additional time at the traditional Isfahan Bazaar.
After sightseeing, depart Isfahan by private vehicle for Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) near Tehran.
Isfahan → Imam Khomeini International Airport: approximately 380 km, around 4–5 hours of driving under normal conditions, with additional time required for traffic and stops.
Check in to your airport hotel for the final night in Iran.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Entrance fees: Included
Transport: Private road transfer
Overnight: Airport hotel near Imam Khomeini International Airport
After breakfast, transfer from the airport hotel to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) for your international departure.
Your unforgettable 30-day journey through Iran comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast
Service: Airport transfer only
Overnight: None
Group Size | 3* Hotels | 3* Hotels | 4* Hotels | 4* Hotels | 4*/5* Hotels | 4*/5* Hotels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per person in double room | Per person in single room | Per person in double room | Per person in single room | Per person in double room | Per person in single room | |
| 1 Solo traveler | – | 3450 Euro | – | 3850 Euro | – | 4400 Euro |
| 2-3 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| 4-7 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| 7-9 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| 10-13 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| 14-16 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| 17-19 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
| More than 20 tourists | 2200 Euro | 2650 Euro | 2650 Euro | 3150 Euro | 2950 Euro | 3650 Euro |
