Highlights: Sa'dabad Complex: Explore this vast complex of palaces, gardens, and museums that were once the residence of the Qajar and Pahlavi dynasties. | Lunch with a View in Darband: Enjoy lunch at one of the stylish restaurants or cafés offering both Persian and international cuisine in the fresh mountain air. | Tajrish Bazaar and Imamzadeh Saleh Shrine: Visit the vibrant Tajrish Bazaar for handicrafts, spices, and souvenirs; and explore the Imamzadeh Saleh Shrine, a peaceful spiritual site with stunning tilework. | Nature Bridge (Tabiat Bridge): Walk across this architecturally stunning bridge, connecting two large parks and enjoy the illuminated view of the city at night. | Experience: A mix of cultural, historical, and natural attractions, all with a more modern and affluent vibe. | Sustainable Note: Visit green urban spaces and local Bazaar.

Drive to Kashan (2.5 hours). | Highlights: Fin Garden (UNESCO-listed): A lush Persian garden with historical significance. | Tabatabaei Historical House: An exquisite example of 19th-century Persian architecture. | Visit a rosewater distillation workshop (seasonal). | Activities: Cultural discovery and historical immersion. | Sustainable Note: Stay in a traditional guesthouse supporting Kashan’s local heritage conservation.

Drive to Yazd with optional stops at Abyaneh Village, a 1,500-year-old red clay village. | Highlights in Yazd: Check in at your hotel and evening visit to Amir Chakhmaq Complex: A historical and architectural gem. | Activities: Rural tourism. | Sustainable Note: Accommodations in a mud-brick eco-lodge promote sustainable desert tourism.

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 itsmudbrick 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.

En route to Shiraz, stop at: Pasargadae: The tomb of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire. | Persepolis: The ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (UNESCO-listed). | Naqsh-e Rustam: Rock-cut tombs of ancient Persian kings. | Evening arrival in Shiraz. | Activities: Archaeological exploration. | Sustainable Note: Support local guides at Persepolis and ensure waste-free picnicking in historical sites.

Highlights: Nasir al-Mulk Mosque: The iconic Pink Mosque with its dazzling stained-glass windows. | Zandiyeh Complex: Explore Arg-r-Karimkhan, 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: Minimize waste at historical sites and support ethical tourism practices at cultural landmarks.

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. | 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 Zayandehrood 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. | Activities: Revel in Isfahan’s architectural and artistic splendor. | Sustainable Note: Ensure ethical shopping by buying from artisans directly.

Morning transfer to Tehran for your international departure.