One Week, Three Great Cities of Iran
Visit the three greatest cities of Iran in a concise, well-managed week.
Iran Group
Classic Persia Essentials 7 Day Group Tour
A fast-paced yet comprehensive Iran cultural journey covering the essential historic triangle: Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan. This itinerary offers a first introduction for visitors seeking the core of Persian civilization and its most famous UNESCO sites.
Plan this trip
- Tehran Arrival & Heritage
- Fly to Shiraz & Poetic City
- Shiraz: Pink Mosque & Zand Complex
- Shiraz: Persepolis Excursion
- Drive to Isfahan via Pasargadae
- Isfahan: Half the World Square
- Isfahan/Tehran Departure
- Duration
- 7 days
- Travel style
- group
What this tour includes
Persepolis, Achaemenid Glory
Walk the ancient grounds of Persepolis and experience Achaemenid history.
Scenes along the itinerary
Our Designed Itinerary
This is a thoughtfully designed sample itinerary, conceived to deliver the greatest cultural impact within a single week. It balances the grandeur of ancient capitals with the poetic beauty and vibrant architecture of the Islamic era, providing a powerful introduction to Iran’s diverse heritage.
01Day 1 – Tehran Arrival & HeritageTehran Arrival & Heritage
Arrive at IKA, transfer to the hotel. Begin with a Tehran City tour visiting the opulent Golestan Palace (UNESCO) and the historical National Museum of Iran.
02Day 2 – Fly to Shiraz & Poetic CityFly to Shiraz & Poetic City
In the morning, visit the Treasury of National Jewels Museum (if available). Transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Shiraz. In the afternoon, visit the tranquil tomb of the great Persian poet, Hafez.
03Day 3 – Shiraz: Pink Mosque & Zand ComplexShiraz: Pink Mosque & Zand Complex
Experience the interplay of light and colour at the early morning visit to the Nasir-al-Mulk Mosque (Pink Mosque). Explore the Vakil Bazaar and the historic Karim Khan Citadel.
04Day 4 – Shiraz: Persepolis ExcursionShiraz: Persepolis Excursion
Full-day excursion to the north of Shiraz. Explore the awe-inspiring ruins of Persepolis (UNESCO) and the nearby rock-carved tombs of Achaemenid Kings at Naqsh-e Rostam.
05Day 5 – Drive to Isfahan via PasargadaeDrive to Isfahan via Pasargadae
Longer drive north towards Isfahan. En route, stop to visit the tomb of Cyrus the Great at Pasargadae (UNESCO), the first Achaemenid capital. Arrive in Isfahan in the late afternoon
06Day 6 – Isfahan: Half the World SquareIsfahan: Half the World Square
Full-day immersion in the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square (UNESCO). Visit the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and the Ali Qapu Palace. End the day with a walk across the historic bridges.
07Day 7 – Isfahan/Tehran DepartureIsfahan/Tehran Departure
Visit the Armenian Quarter and the beautiful Vank Cathedral. Transfer to Isfahan International Airport for your departure, or drive to IKA (Tehran) if flight schedule requires.
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