MUL119- Iran Classic Route and trekking in Dena National Park
- Tour Code: MUL119
- Duration: 11 DAYS & 10 NIGHTS
- Region: IRAN CLASSIC & DENA
- Service level: STANDARD
- Difficulty: MODERATE
- Activity: SIGHTSEEING & TREKKING
- Calendar:
Overview
Brief Itinerary
What To Bring
Overview
Trip Highlights
- Visiting most of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iran Classic path
- Visiting the ancient civilizations of Persepolis, Pasargadae
- Trekking in Dena National Park (protected area)
- Visiting main cities of Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, Tehran
- Visiting the ancient village of Abarkuh
- Taste of traditional cuisine
Extra Information
Note: Pre- booked room in the hotel for early arrival check-in is recommended.
Overview
You will experience a fabulous trip combination of adventure and cultural tours through Iran Classic route and trekking in a remote area with a wild nature. A memorable journey through Iran classic route by visiting the most historical monuments and ancient palaces in Tehran, Kashan, Isfahan, Yazd and Shiraz and travel via ancient village of Abarkuh during 11 days. This tour will take you to the ancient time of Iran; the Great Persia Empire which is a must to visit. In this trip you will get know more about Iran traditions, customs and Persian civilization. You will also visit the masterpieces of Iranian architecture and art.
The most amazing part is trekking in Dena biosphere reserves. It takes you through a national park in a non-touristic region in the heart of Zagros mountain ranges. Zagros is a huge part of our country from north west to south east which is less known and Dena mountain chain with the highest summit 4418 and 40 summits above 4000 m height is the most important part of that. Crossing this national park needs to apply entry permit from Environment Organization and through this trail you will cross deep valleys and visit waterfalls and rivers. You will also visit several villages with lots of gardens and farms around with kind local people living there. Getting an idea about locals’ life style and taste their traditional cuisine would be another advantage of this trip.
This tour is a moderate one according to the level of difficulty; so any traveler with a general physical fitness can join it.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Our representative will meet and greet you upon your arrival to Tehran International Airport (IKA). Transfer you to your hotel for check in. (D)
Day 2: A full day city tour! You will be transferred to visit Golestan Palace and National museum, both registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then stroll through Grand Bazar. Having lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch transfer to Carpet museum. Overnight at a hotel in Tehran. (B, L, D)
Day 3: Early morning waking up and fly to Shiraz. Upon arrival, transfer to visit Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Naghshe Rostam, Naghshe Rajab. Then drive to Pasargadae, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight stay in a hotel in Shiraz. (B, L, D)
Day 4: Full day city tour in Shiraz visiting the most highlights such as Nasir-Ol- Molk mosque, Atigh Jame mosque, Vakil Mosque & bazar and Karimkhan citadel, tomb of Sa’di, Hafez mausoleum and Eram garden. Afternoon drive to a village in Dena Mount. Overnight stay at a guest house. (B, L, D)
Day 5: A short transfer to the gate of Dena national park to start 1st day trekking. Get to a local house in a cozy village in the heart of national park. Overnight stay in a local house in a village. (B, L, D)
Day 6: 2nd day trekking through Oak trees and passing several valleys, ridges and rivers alongside of high summits of Dena mountain chain. Back to the village. Staying in the guest house. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Driving towards Yazd. On the way, stop in Abarkuh to visit the ancient Cypress, then continue towards Yazd. A half day city tour in Yazd visiting Amir Chakhmaq Complex: the symbol of Yazd, Qanat: the underground water channel and Jame Mosque of Yazd. Overnight stay in a hotel. (B, L)
Day 8: A half day sightseeing in Yazd to visit Pahlevanpour Garden, registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then travel to Isfahan. Overnight stay in a traditional style hotel in Isfahan. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Isfahan city tour visiting Naghshe Jahan Square, UNESCO’s World Heritage Site with its magnificent surroundings, the Shah mosque (Imam Mosque), Ali Qapu Palace, Sheikh Lotf Allah mosque and Qeysarie Gate. Spending some times in Isfahan grand Bazzar. After lunch visit Jameh mosque, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then visit Vank Cathedral. Late afternoon, visit Si-o-se-pol and Khajoo bridges, the notable examples of Persian architecture in Safavid éra. Overnight stay in the hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Morning Check out and drive to Tehran. En route, visiting some important highlights of Kashan such as Fin Garden, historical houses of The Tabatabaee and The Broujerdi. Having lunch in a local restaurant. Late evening, we arrive to Hotel in Tehran. (B, L)
Day 11: According to your flight schedule, you will be transferred to IKA airport to take your flight back home. (B)
What To Bring
Dena Trekking: Trekking shoes, long socks, cotton pants (quick dry), fleece pants, cotton shirt (quick dry), polar jacket, fleece wind stopper jacket, warm hat, head wear (buff), sun shielding cap, light gloves, sun screen, sun glasses, day backpack (25-35 LT), pole, head lamp.
Private Tour
Group Tour
Fixed Departure
Break Point: – PAX
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