Oman, Iraq and Iran Itinerary In Brief
Cultural & Historical
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21 Days
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2025-01-10 - 2025-01-30
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Language: English/Chinese/Turkish/douch/Spanish
Overview
Oman, Iraq and Iran Itinerary In BriefPlaces You’ll See
DAY: 1
Muscat Beach
Sultan Qabus Grand Mosque
DAY: 2
DAY: 5
DAY: 7
Apadana Castle and Museum
Apadana Palace is one of the most prominent pieces of the UNESCO-listed Susa. It is one of Iran’s most important ancient palaces. It features the special architecture and history of Achaemenid Empire (550 to 330 BC). The complex was the prototype of ceremonial architecture in Achaemenid era.
Chogha Zanbil Ziggurate
The ruins of the holy city of the Kingdom of Elam, surrounded by three huge concentric walls, are found at Tchogha Zanbil. Founded c. 1250 B.C., the city remained unfinished after it was invaded by Ashurbanipal, as shown by the thousands of unused bricks left at the site.
DAY: 8
Bishapur Castle
The castle of Bishapur, situated on a rock, is well-preserved. The architect would not be surprised, because he called it Qalah-e Dokhtar, "the Virgin's Castle". Now this may be a reference to the daughter of the Sasanian king Shapur I (241-272), but it also expresses the wish that the construction remained pure and "intact" like a virgin. This type of name is not uncommon in Iran (cf. the Pol-e dokhtar, which was also built during the reign of Shapur).
DAY: 9
Ali ebne Hamzeh Mosque
Ali Ibn Hamza Holy Shrine is one of the historical and religious structures in the city of Shiraz. This Holy Shrine belongs to “Shah Mir-Ali Ibn Hamza Ibn Mousa Kazim”, which is located in Hafez street and near the Dried Lake of Shiraz. Ali Ibn Hamza holy shrine was built by Amir Azad ol-Dole Deylami during Daylamites era and parts of it were renovated during Teymourian era.
Tomb of Hafez
Hafez is one of the most famous Gnostics and poets of Iran, who was born in Shiraz in 726 AH and passed away 65 years later. The tomb of Hafiz also known as Hafizieh is located north of Shiraz and comprises of two gardens. Many people still come to pay homage to this master of poetry. The mausoleum itself is located in a lovely garden, and has an atmosphere of peace and calm that is quite unique.
Shahcheragh Shrine
Shāh Chérāgh is a funerary monument and mosque in Shiraz, Iran, housing the tomb of the brothers Ahmad and Muhammad, sons of Mūsā al-Kādhim and brothers of ‘Alī ar-Ridhā. The two took refuge in the city during the Abbasid persecution of Shia Muslims. The tombs became celebrated pilgrimage centres in the 14th century when Queen Tashi Khatun erected a mosque and theological school in the vicinity.
PersPolice
Persepolis Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It was built on an immense half-artificial, half-natural terrace, where the king of kings created an impressive palace complex inspired by Mesopotamian models. The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archaeological site.
Pasargad
Pasargadae was founded in the 6th century BCE as the first capital of the Achaemenid Empire by Cyrus the Great, near the site of his victory over the Median king Astyages in 550 BCE. The city remained the Achaemenid capital until Darius moved it to Persepolis.
DAY: 10
Maharloo Lake (Pink Lake)
Maharlu or Maharloo Lake, a natural beauty in the Fars province of southern Iran, near Shiraz, captivates visitors with its stunning pink color, a phenomenon caused by the activity of algae and specific microorganisms in its water. Covering an area of approximately 200 square kilometers, the lake’s salt concentration is so high that it creates an ideal environment for salt production.
DAY: 11
DAY: 12
Sultan Amir Ahmad BathHouse
Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse is a unique sample representative of Persian architecture and decoration. Located in a historical pole in Kashan, accessibility to many valuable attractions is an easy deed. What makes this structure particular is its rooftop which is a charming and artistic part of the place. It is a tickling subject for many photographers at different times of the year.
DAY: 13
Gnjali Khan Complex
Ganjali Khan Complex is located in the center of ancient Kerman. It is next to Kerman Bazaar. Ganjali Khan was one of the famous rulers in King Abbas Era from 1596 to 1625. So many architectural sites had been built under his command. He had an important role in regional development.
Amir Chakhmagh square
Amir Chakhmaq Square was constructed in Timurid era by Amir Jalal Addin Chakhmaq. He was a Timurid ruler of Yazd and completing the project was not possible without his wife’s – Seti Fatemeh Khatoon – help and advice. The square and the mosque were then called Amir Chakhmaq Square and Amir Chakhmaq Mosque by the people respectively.
Different parts were added to the complex after him during various eras, however, they all were too trivial in comparison with the original version. Moreover, renovations and reconstructions were made within different periods as well.
DAY: 14
Zoroastrian Fire Temple
The Fire Temple of Yazd, a focus of the Zoroastrian faith in the city, is one of the most important fire temples in the world. Within an elegant Neoclassical building, reflected in an oval pool in the forecourt, is the temple's centrepiece - the Behram Fire. The Behram Fire has burned continuously since 470 AD and is the longest burning sacred flame in Iran. It has been relocated several times - coming to Yazd in 1474 and only being moved to this building in 1940. The fire temple here is one of the nine most important in the world to Zoroastrians, and one of only 167 that still exist anywhere.
Zoroastrian Tower of Silence
Within the arid landscapes of Yazd, Iran, stands a testament to ancient beliefs and cultural practices, which is called the Tower of Silence. Also known as Dakhma or Dokhma, this enigmatic structure is a revered site for followers of the Zoroastrian faith, offering a glimpse into a unique funerary tradition that dates back centuries. Yazd Tower of Silence, with its intricate history and cultural significance, serves as a bridge connecting the past to the present, allowing us to explore the rich tapestry of religious practices that have shaped the region’s identity.
DAY: 15
Narin Castle of Meybod
The building which is known as Narenj Castle in common language is one of the most important historical monuments before Islam in Yazd Province. Narin Ghal’eh in Meybod town in Yazd is another historical and stunning mansion in ancient Iran whose builders’ architecture and art has attracted the attention and admiration of archaeologists and history lovers. Its long background has given it a legendary identity such that the compiler of Yazd History has attributed the castle to the time of Solomon (AS). This old castle which is on top of a hill in front of Meybod has all its parts made of adobe and mud and its architecture is in stratified form. The castle was built in about 5 stages.
Caravansaray of Meybod
Meybod Caravanserai or popular as Shah Abbasi Caravanserai Meybod, built in 1689, sits in the city of Meybod, 56 km northwest of Yazd City. Properly preserved, Meybod Caravanserai is one of the numerous caravanserais of Iran, constructed in Safavid era (1501-1726). It is neighbored by Kolar Water Reservoir (Ab Anbar) on its entrance, an Icehouse (Yakhchal) on its opposite, and a Pony Express (Chapar-Khaneh) on its side.
33Pol (33 Bridge)
You may have heard the proverb “Isfahan Nesf-e Jahan” meaning “Isfahan is half of the world” which refers to the huge number of Isfahan’s natural and historic sites so that it encompasses half of the world’s beauties. Isfahan was enlarged under the command of Shah Abbas I in order to make this city the capital of trade, art, and sports in Iran. It may sound an exaggeration but the magnificent mansions and palaces, marvelous bridges, unique mosques, and amazing gardens are what awaits you in Isfahan. One of the most well-known features of Isfahan is Si-o-Se Pol which is the widest bridge over the Zayandehrud, connects also north and south of Isfahan.
DAY: 16
Vank Church
The Holy Savior Cathedral or the Church of Saintly Sisters is widely known as Vank Cathedral. It is an Armenian church, located in the New Julfa district in the center of Isfahan. The name “Vank” derives from the Armenian word “monastery”. Due to its outstanding interior, Vank Cathedral is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Isfahan.
Chehel Sotun (40 Columns) Palace
The beautiful Chehel Sotoon (also Chehel Sotoun) Palace of Isfahan is one of the most beautiful monuments in Iran. Chehel Sotoon meaning the “Forty Column Palace” is a long-standing relic of the Safavid Empire rule in Iran, which fascinates visitors with its amazing and original 17th century architecture. The splendid mural paintings of Chehel sotoun are just one of its many attractions.
Naghshe Jahan Square
Naqsh-e Jahan Square, or Meidan-e Emam (also Shah Square and Imam Square), is the main tourist spot of Isfahan, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This square is the first place to see while visiting Isfahan and it is full of tourists all over the year. Naqsh-e Jahan in Farsi means “The image of the world”. The square is surrounded by structures of different purposes and architecture, and together with the main bazaar of Isfahan, they comprise the huge complex to explore.
Shah (Emam) Mosque
Imam Mosque (known as Shah Mosque before 1979 revolution) is a part of the complex of Naqsh-e Jahan Square – the main attraction of Isfahan. It is regarded as one of the masterpieces of Persian architecture in the Islamic era. Along with Naqsh-e Jahan Square, the mosque is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a popular destination for tourists visiting Isfahan.
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque is one of the architectural masterpieces of Iranian architecture that was built during the Safavid Empire, standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Esfahan, Iran. Construction of the mosque started in 1603 and was finished in 1619. It was built by the chief architect Shaykh Bahai, during the reign of Shah Abbas I of Persia. On the advice of Arthur Upham Pope, Reza Shah Pahlavi had the mosque rebuilt and repaired in the 1920s. Of the four monuments that dominated the perimeter of the Naqsh-e Jahan Square, this one was the first to be built.
DAY: 17
Abyane Village
Village of Abyaneh is one of the Iranian historical villages that contains some works from Sassanid period to the present time. It owns several unequal attributions just like the unique temple of "Herpak", a Chief mosque with a unique mihrab from Seljukian period, houses harmonious with climate and mountainous land. One can see Sassanid Pahlavic words in daily conversation as well as villagers' clothing that is rooted in earlier times.
DAY: 18
Ooyi underground City
Iran Underground City, Nushabad is a remarkable example of ancient engineering and design, offering a glimpse into the clever solutions created by its inhabitants centuries ago. Located near the city of Kashan in Iran, this special underground structure, also known as Ouyi, was built during the Sassanian era around 1,500 years ago.
Helal-ibne Ali Shrine
In the city of Kashan, in the city of Aran and Bidgol, the shrine of Imam Hilal ibn Ali (AS) is located. The building of this magnificent shrine (AS) has a dome with two beautiful colorful spires, wide northern and southern courtyards, high porches, a porch, and various pavilions with a pond, cellar, and old windcatchers. The original current building dates back to the Safavid period, which was later rebuilt and restored several times and decorated with watercolors. On the porch of the northern courtyard and above the entrance door to the shrine, a marble inscription is installed, which tells about the construction of this building, and this theme is carved on the wooden door of the entrance to the shrine from the porch of the northern courtyard.
DAY: 19
Holly Shrine of Fatima Massumeh
The Shrine of Fatima Masumeh is located in Qom, which is considered by Shia Muslims to be the second most sacred city in Iran after Mashhad. Fatima Masumeh was the sister of the eighth Imam Reza and the daughter of the seventh Imam Musa al-Kadhim. In Shia Islam, women are often revered as saints if they are close relatives to one of the Twelve Imams. Fatima Masumeh is therefore honoured as a saint, and her shrine in Qom is considered one of the most significant Shi’i shrines in Iran. Every year, thousands of Shi’i Muslims travel to Qom to honour Fatima Masumeh and ask her for blessings.
Imam Khomeyni Tomb
Holy shrine of Imam khomeini:Imam Khomeini's grave is famously cited as "the holy shrine" in Iran. The holy shrine is situated in the southern part of Tehran near the martyrs' graves in the Behesht-e-Zahra cemetery. This construction is considered as a great and unique building.
Azadi Tawer
The Azadi Tower , formerly known as the Shahyad Tower, is a monument on Azadi Square in Tehran, Iran. It is one of the landmarks of Tehran, marking the west entrance to the city, and is part of the Azadi Cultural Complex, which also includes an underground museum.
DAY: 20
Murals of former USA embassy
The Embassy of the United States of America in Tehran (Persian: سفارت آمریکا در تهران) was the American diplomatic mission in the Imperial State of Iran. Direct bilateral diplomatic relations between the two governments were severed following the Iranian Revolution in 1979, and the subsequent seizure of the embassy in November 1979.
Golestan Palace
The lavish Golestan Palace is a masterpiece of the Qajar era, embodying the successful integration of earlier Persian crafts and architecture with Western influences. The walled Palace, one of the oldest groups of buildings in Teheran, became the seat of government of the Qajar family, which came into power in 1779 and made Teheran the capital of the country. Built around a garden featuring pools as well as planted areas, the Palace’s most characteristic features and rich ornaments date from the 19th century. It became a centre of Qajari arts and architecture of which it is an outstanding example and has remained a source of inspiration for Iranian artists and architects to this day. It represents a new style incorporating traditional Persian arts and crafts and elements of 18th century architecture and technology.
DAY: 21
National Museum of Iran
National Museum of Iran is a state museum under the auspices of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts. The Museum consists of the Iran Bastan Museum (Ancient Iran) and the Museum of Islamic Archaeology and Art of Iran, as well as eight research departments, the conservation department, the library and the archives. The research departments are organized by specific archaeological and historical periods and topics. This Museum houses the largest collections of archaeological objects in the country.
Highlights
Travel Style
Art
History
Local Touch
Meals
Breakfast only
Transportation
Airplane
Sedan
Accommodation Grade
Hotel
Traditional Hotel
Equipment
Proper shoes
Personal medicines
Small bag
Includes
Visa Authorization Code
Travel Insurance
Airport Pick-up, Drop-off
All Accommodations
One Domestic Flightn
Private Land Transport
English Speaking Guide
Entrance Fees for Mentioned Monuments
Breakfast
24/7 Support
Excludes
Visa Fee
International Flights
Lunch, Dinner & Snacks
Guide & Driver Tips
Additional Expenses (i.e. Laundry)
Personal Expenses
Additional Costs Due to Unforeseen Events
Faq
Yes. We include Iranian travel insurance with up to 10k in medical coverage in every tour package over 7 days.
Yes. All entrance fees to all listed attractions are included. If you wish to see additional attractions, you will have to pay separate entrance fees for each one.
Yes. Your tour will be led by a local guide from each region or city you visit.
Only breakfast. Our package tours are half-board, meaning you are responsible for your lunch and dinner.
Once we process your visa, you can pick it up before you come, at one of Iran’s global embassies or consulates, or upon your arrival, at the Iranian airport.
Yes. Iranian hotels are quite similar to western hotels.
Yes. All package tours are tailor-made for you and your group.
40% for each traveler. Our prices are based on your group size and preferences in accommodation, transportation and sites.
Your international flight to and from Iran, visa fees, meals (breakfast included), and personal expenses.
Yes. We can help you extend your visa for up to 90 days. We can also help plan the rest of your trip and book your accommodations, transportation, and reservations.
Yes. We can adjust your package tour based on your interests and preferences. Some details, such as bookings and reservations, can require 1-7 days prior notice.
Yes. If you and your partner are non-Iranian, you will not be asked about your marital status. If you are traveling with an Iranian partner of the opposite sex, hotels may give you a hard time when it comes to shared rooms.
Yes. Your package will be equally divided between the scheduled time and free time. You can also adjust your tour package based on your interests and preferences.
Yes. Iranian cuisine includes multiple vegetarian and vegan dishes. Ask your local guide to show you the best dishes, snacks, and food options.
Yes. We are available to call 24/7. Schedule your video with us and we will be happy to answer any questions or concerns you might have.
Yes. We offer first-time-traveler and seasonal discounts. Let us know when you plan on booking your tour and we will tell you all our active discounts for that time.
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