Hyrcanian Forests Tour

A trekking tour in Green nature of Iran!

Duration

16 Days

Tour Availability

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Tour Type

Eco-Cultural

Tour Cities

Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Yazd, Kashan, Abyaneh, Qom, Qazvin, Rasht, Ramsar

Day 1

Cities: Shiraz

After arriving at Shahid Dastgheib International airport, you will meet and greet Derak representative. Then, you will transfer to hotel to rest.

Shiraz

Day 2

Cities: Shiraz

Right after having breakfast, your city tour in Shiraz will be started:

  • Naranjestan-e Qavam
  • Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Pink Mosque)
  • Vakil Complex (including Mosque, bath and bazaar)
  • Eram Garden (UNESCO Site)
  • Ali Ibn-e Hamze Holy Shrine
  • Hafez Tomb (beloved poet of 14th century)
Shiraz

Day 3

Cities: Shiraz, Marvdasht, Abarkuh, Yazd

In the morning, you will get on the road toward Yazd (442 km); en route, you will visit the remains of Achaemenid dynasty; including:

  • Persepolis (UNESCO Site)
  • Necropolis (Naghsh-e Rostam)

Then, in Abarkuh, you will visit the world’s oldest Cypress tree, Sarv-e Abarkuh.

Yazd

Day 4

Cities: Yazd

Today, it’s time for exploring Yazd, the bride of desert:

  • Jameh Mosque (including two 48m-high minarets & tiled entrance portal)
  • Dowlat Abad Garden (UNESCO Site)
  • Amir Chakhmaq Complex (dazzling symbol of Yazd)
  • Zoroastrian Fire Temple
  • Water Museum
  • Silence Towers
Yazd

Day 5

Cities: Yazd, Meybod, Naein, Isfahan

Leaving Yazd towards Isfahan (334 km); en route, you will visit Meybod and Naein:

  • Shah Abbasi Caravanserai (One of the important roadside lodging houses of Safavid era)
  • Narin Castle (Pre-Islamic historical monuments)
  • Jameh Mosque
  • Ice House
Isfahan

Day 6

Cities: Isfahan

Today, you will discover the fantastic city of Isfahan; including:

  • Naghsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO Site)
  • Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
  • Ali Qapu Palace
  • Imam Mosque
  • Qeysarieh Bazaar (Best place to buy souvenirs)
  • Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge
  • Khaju Bridge
Isfahan

Day 7

Cities: Isfahan, Abyaneh

After having breakfast, you will start visiting:

  • Vank Cathedral (Wonderful Armenian Church of Safavid era)
  • Chehel Sotoon Palace (UNESCO site)

Then, you will continue the journey to Abyaneh (183 km), the fantastic ancient village which is famous for its reddish hue clay.

Abyaneh

Day 8

Cities: Abyaneh, Kashan

After breakfast, you will get on the road toward Kashan (87 km), and you will visit:

  • Tabatabaei Traditional House
  • Borujerdi Traditional House
  • Fin Garden (UNESCO Site)
  • Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse
Kashan

Day 9

Cities: Kashan, Qom, Saveh, Qazvin

In the morning, you will have a ride toward Qazvin (342 km); en route, you’ll pass through Qom and Saveh (the city of pomegranate):

  • Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine
  • Pomegranate Garden (in appropriate season)

Then, you’ll continue the road toward Qazvin.

Qazvin

Day 10

Cities: Qazvin, Masuleh

This morning, you’ll explore:

  • Chehel Sotoun
  • Aminiha Hosseiniyeh

Then, you will drive through Masuleh (226km), where roofs and streets become one.

Masuleh

Day 11

Cities: Masuleh, Rasht

After breakfast, you will go toward Rudkhan Castle (50 km), the ancient brick and stone medieval castle located among the forests of Gilan province (as a part of Hyrcanian forests). Prepare yourself to climb 1250 stairs; surely, it’s worth it. Afterward, you will get on the beautiful and amazing green road toward Rasht (48 km).

Rasht

Day 12

Cities: Rasht, Ramsar

This morning, leaving Rasht toward Ramsar (114 km), you’ll drive through the scenic green beautiful roads. Since the cities in north of Iran are close to each other, you’ll pass through some beautiful cities like Lahijan (famous for its tea), Rudsar, Kelachay, and Chaboksar, while you will see the Caspian Sea.

Then, in Ramsar, you will visit:

  • Ramsar Palace or Marmar Palace
  • Casino Boulevard
Ramsar

Day 13

Cities: Ramsar, Javaher Deh

This morning, you’ll experience Ramsar Cable car; then, you’ll leave Ramsar toward an amazing village called Javaher Deh (30 km), which is like a green gem in Iran. After having a wonderful day among nature and forests, you will return to Ramsar.

Ramsar

Day 14

Cities: Ramsar, Chalus, Tehran

After breakfast, you will leave Ramsar toward Tehran (280 km), exploring one of the world’s spectacular roads, Chalus road.

Tehran

Day 15

Cities: Tehran

After having breakfast, you’ll have the whole day to explore the capital of Iran, Tehran, including:

  • Sa’ad Abad Complex (including 110 hectare related to Qajar and Pahlavi monarchs)
  • Imamzadeh Saleh Shrine
  • Tajrish Bazaar
  • Darband Resort
Tehran

Day 16

Cities: Tehran

Your last day in Iran will start by visiting:

  • Golestan Palace (UNESCO Site & masterpiece of Qajar era)
  • Iran Jewelry Museum or Carpet Museum
  • Iran National Museum
  • Tabiat Bridge (the pedestrian bridge connecting two famous park in Tehran)

At night, you will transfer to IKA airport to have your departure flight.

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Arrival

Shiraz

Departure

Tehran

Tour Map

Included Services

15 Nights' accommodation at 3* hotels
15 Breakfasts
Welcome Dinner
Entrance fees
Daily refreshments
Air conditioned VIP transport
Professional Driver
Professional English Speaking tour guide
Iran Medical Insurance
Visa Arrangement
All costs of the guide and driver

Excluded Services

International flight
Iran Visa fee
lunch & dinner
Tips and porter charges
Any personalexpenses such as laundry, mini bar, etc.

Please Consider That...

Arrival & departure point will be changed based on your wish.

We mostly choose 3* hotels for the budget tours, depending on the city, sometimes traditional hotels or eco-lodge can be booked.

All the items of included & excluded services will be changed according to your request.

This tour can be extended or compressed as per your Request

Price Table

  • Two Persons: 1860 € / per person
  • Four Persons: 1670 € / per person
  • Eight Persons: 1155 € / per person
  • Max Group Size: 50
  • Age Rating: 4-75

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