MUL 20 – 7 Day Cultural and Trekking Adventure – Alamut Valley
- Tour Code: MUL20
- Duration: 7 DAYS & 6 NIGHTS
- Region: ALAMUT VALLEY
- Service level: STANDARD
- Difficulty: MODERATE
- Activity: TREKKING & SITESEEING
- Calendar: APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, SEP, OCT, NOV.
Overview
Brief Itinerary
What To Bring
Services
Overview
Trip Highlights
- Visit Assassin’s Valley and Alamut Castle (Eagle’s Nest)
- Trek in the heart of Alborz Mountains as a non-tourist
- Observe and photograph beautiful landscapes and wild life
- Encounter local people and their lifestyle in villages
- Visit the city of Ramsar and Gilan Rural Heritage Museum
- Buy Persian “chai” in Lahijan – the country’s oldest and finest tea region
- Visit the protected area of Masouleh and travel to the Caspian Sea
- Visit Anzali Lagoon – home to hundreds of fish, plant and endangered bird species
- Tour the 1500-year-old Rudkhan Castle
- Relish authentic and flavorful Iranian food
Extra Information
This trip can be done only from early April to mid-July and from September to November.
Overview
Alamut Valley, with countless details that can’t be missed, is not just another mountain to climb. It is a place with a rich history, nature and wildlife, where you will pass plantations owned by local people who will undoubtedly invite you to enter their gardens and homes during your trek. The journey offers a challenging hike while also providing insight to lifestyles of the local villagers. One of the most interesting aspects of this trip is Alamut Castle that the Hashashin (known as the Assassins) built as a fortress more than 1100 years ago. Through this tour, you will learn some of Iran’s extensive history and see why Alamut region was chosen for their kingdom. In addition to the hiking, there will be sightseeing in the most important cities, villages and national heritage sites, namely Ramsar, Lahijan, Masouleh, Gilan Rural Heritage Museum, and Rudkhan Castle.
During the hike, you will need a light backpack and the rest of your belongings will be transported by car to the following villages before you arrive at the guesthouse each night. The most desirable time to experience the beautiful Alamut region ranges from mid-April to mid-November. Each season offers different nature and beauty along the way.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Travel from Tehran to Polur and switch vehicle to 4×4, Transport to mosque (Goosfandsara) and start hiking to 1st camp (4250m). Overnight staying at the camp/hut (B, L, D)
Day 2: Ascend about 4700m to acclimatize and return to camp for recovery for next day. Overnight stay at camp/hut (Bargah Sevom). (B, L, D)
Day 3: Early morning ascend towards the summit. Average time for ascending and descending to the camp (Bargah Sevom) is 9 hours (considering to the level of fitness of the group, it can be changed), return to the camp for overnight stay. (B, L, D)
Day 4: breaking the camp and start descend with a light backpack. Having lunch at a local restaurant, then return to the hotel in Tehran. (B, L)
What To Bring
Backpacking shoes, Long Socks, Cotton Pants, Cotton shirt (quick dry), Light gloves, Sun glasses, Fleece wind stopper, Sun screen cream, Polar jacket, Head lamp, Cup, Pole, Sun shielding cap, Buff, Day backpack (25-35 LT), Anti-insect spray, Wicking base layer, Fleece pants, Fleece jacket, Warm gloves, Balaclava, Ski goggle, Warm sleeping bag (-5), feather/Dawn jacket, Linen
Services
INCLUDES:
- Accommodation in tent/hut depending on the conditions.
- A registered and experienced English-speaking mountain guide
- Transportation in a private vehicle and 4×4, mules (carrying extra equipment up to 15kg per person)
- Damavand permit
- Meals as detailed in the itinerary
- Services of a professional driver.
EXCLUDES:
- All airfares & airport taxes and visa fees.
- All meals other than stated in above itinerary.
- All entrances and excursions other than stated in above itinerary.
- All items of a personal nature, i.e. telephone calls, laundry, tips for meals, tips for guides and drivers, all beverages etc.
- It is our recommendation that all passengers take out all the necessary travel insurances for cancellation/curtailment, loss of baggage as well as Medical Cover
- Porterage.
Private Tour
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Fixed Departure
Break Point: 5 PAX
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