Highlights: Nasir al-Mulk Mosque: The iconic Pink Mosque with its dazzling stained-glass windows. | Vakil Complex: Explore Vakil Bazaar, Bathhouse, and Mosque. | Eram Garden: A UNESCO-listed Persian garden. | Hafez’s Tomb: Pay homage to one of Iran’s most celebrated poets. | Activities: Sightseeing and cultural immersion. | Sustainable Note: Encourage responsible photography at the Pink Mosque.

Drive to Yazd through scenic desert landscapes. | Highlights: Visit Persepolis: The ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (UNESCO-listed). | Explore Naqsh-e Rustam: Ancient royal tombs carved into cliffs. | Discover Pasargadae: The tomb of Cyrus the Great. | Activities: Archaeological exploration. | Sustainable Note: Support local guides at Persepolis and ensure waste-free picnicking in historical sites.

Highlights: Zoroastrian Fire Temple: Learn about Iran’s ancient spiritual heritage. | Tower of Silence: A historical Zoroastrian burial site. | Stroll through Yazd Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its mudbrick architecture; explore Jame Mosque and have a café time in Dowlat-Abad garden a Persian garden with the world’s tallest windcatcher. | Activities: Historical tours and cultural exploration. | Sustainable Note: Visits to Zoroastrian sites promote cultural awareness.

Drive to Isfahan, The Jewel of Iran. | Highlights: After Check-in hotel, visit Vank Cathedral and have a live performance of Persian classical music in Isfahan music museum. Evening visit to Si-o-se-pol and Khaju Bridges: Marvel at Isfahan’s romantic architecture and meet people who are singing local songs by the historical bridge of Pole-Khaju along the Zayanderood River along the Zayanderood River. | Activities: Transition from the tranquility of the desert to the elegance of Isfahan, Persian music performance, meet locals. | Sustainable Note: Promote sustainable sightseeing through walking tours along the Zayandeh River.

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Isfahan, often described as “half the world” for its stunning architecture and cultural treasures. | Highlights: • Naqsh-e-Jahan Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site): This grand square features the majestic Imam Mosque, the elegant Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and the historic Ali-Qapu Palace. | • Chehel Sotoun Palace: A Safavid-era pavilion surrounded by a lush garden and reflecting pool. | • Jameh Mosque: A stunning representation of a millennium of Islamic architecture. • Isfahan Bazaar: Shop for Persian carpets, miniatures, and other handicrafts. | Experience: Revel in Isfahan’s architectural and artistic splendor | Sustainable Note: Ethical shopping ensures fair trade purchases, directly benefiting local artisans.

Let’s leave Isfahan to the Capital; En route we will have a stop in Kashan “a city of rosewater and historic elegance”. | Highlights: Fin Garden: A UNESCO-listed Persian garden. Tabatabaei Historical House: A splendid example of Persian residential architecture. | Visit a rosewater distillation workshop (seasonal). | Activities: Cultural discovery and historical immersion.

Highlights in Tehran: Golestan Palace: A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Qajar-era opulence. | National Museum of Iran: Explore ancient Persian artifacts. | Grand Bazaar: A bustling marketplace with treasures and traditional goods. | Treasury of National Jewels (if possible): A dazzling display of Iranian royal jewels. | Azadi Tower: an iconic monument symbolizing the gateway to the city of Tehran | Activities: Sightseeing and leisure. | Sustainable Note: Support cultural preservation through ethical souvenir buying.

Depending on your flight schedule, optional morning visits to: | Sa’dabad Complex or Niavaran Palace: Qajar and Pahlavi-era landmarks. | Transfer to Imam Khomeini International Airport for departure.