Destination Country: Iran
Regions/Cities include: Tehran Kashan Yazd Zein O Din Shiraz Persepolis Isfahan	Activities include: Discovery in a small group of women

Persian Delights - Iran for Women

Magnificent tea houses, ancient bazaars, unique food and incredibly hospitable people. Journey through the lost land of Ancient Persia and learn about her rich cultural history and modern heart.  We start in Tehran and travel through the countries' pre-Islamic civilizations. We venture into the old city of Yazd; see the splendors of Esfahan and wander enchanting Persepolis. We climb to the top of the dramatic Towers of Silence and see the eternal flame burning at the Fire Temple.

We enter a poetic maze of stunning palace gardens, uncover tradition in the 1000 year old mud-brick town of Meybod, tour markets filled with incredible produce, and be mesmerised by the beauty of ancient Bazaars & breathtaking Mosques.

And we will meet Iran's women; Artists, Jewellers, Guides, Cooks, Students, Mothers.. We spend an incredible evening having an Iranian picnic in one of the very few 'Women's Parks' in Tehran where we are free to chat about their experiences and listen to stories about their lives, and we meet female Artists along the way.

And anywhere we visit, we can look forward to greetings from warm-hearted locals. You will truly find the warmth and hospitality of the Iranian people endearing and the profound beauty of the land mesmerising. 

 

Tour Highlights

• Discover some of Tehran’s most fascinating museums – the National Archaeological Museum, the Carpet Museum and the Jewels Museum
• Visit one of Tehran’s oldest monuments, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Golestan Palace
• Shiraz; the City of Roses, Poets and Nightingales
• Explore the legendary ruins of Persepolis, the former capital of the Achaemenid Empire.
• At Abarkuh, meet the oldest living Iranian – a 4,000 year old cypress tree.
• Discover the glorious city of Isfahan – the pride of Persia.
• Visit Naghsh e Jahan, the world’s second largest city square after Tiananmen Square and other significant landmarks.
• Sleep in a true Caravansarei
• Evening Picnic in a 'Women's Park' in Tehran
• Meet Female Artist's and visit their Galleries
• Shop for incredible Iranian Art; Silk Rugs, Nomad Rugs, Pottery & Miniatures etc 
• Enjoy a meal in a local home and meet the family
• Wander ancient Bazaars & drink tea in divine Tea Houses
• Picnic in Iman Square, and feel its majesty as we dine on Persian delights..

Price is indicative and subjet to change until confirmed and paid in full. Email for full itinerary, flight options and pricing:  info@travelforsolos.co.nz  

Tour Inclusions

• Accommodation in *4 & *5 star hotels & a Caravanserai
• Breakfast x14, Lunch x11 and Dinner x12 
• Arrival and departure transfers in Tehran *if on suggested group flights 
• City Tours & sightseeing as mentioned
• Portage at hotels 
• Meal hosted by a local Iranian family 
• Entrance fees at all mentioned Monuments 
• English Speaking Iranian Female Guide
• Tour Host 
• Private air-conditioned transport
• Local Driver throughout tour
• Visa invitation letter

Excludes:

• International airfare
• Visa fee
• Items of personal nature
• Insurance