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Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Embark on a 10-day journey along Iran’s Silk Road — from ancient caravanserais to desert oases and bustling bazaars. Experience a timeless adventure where history, culture, and trade come alive.

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Ancient stone relief showing figures from a Persian procession
Overnight stay in restored caravanserais on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Traditional bazaar exploration on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
  1. Arrival in Tehran: Welcome Walk
  2. Qom & Kashan: Shrines & Gardens
  3. Caravanserai Stay: A Starry Desert Night
  4. Yazd: Zoroastrian Heritage & Old Town
  5. Meybod & Nain: Desert Towns
  6. Kerman: Bazaar & Bathhouses
  7. Shahdad Desert: Kaluts & Oases
  8. Yazd: Cultural Evening
  9. Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan & Blue Domes
  10. Return to Tehran: Departure
Duration
10 days

What this tour includes

Historic Routes

Walk the paths of ancient caravans and stay in beautifully restored caravanserais

Desert Beauty

Discover vast golden sandscapes and hidden oases.

Cultural Immersion

Wander through vibrant bazaars filled with crafts, aromas, and flavors.

Scenes along the itinerary

Overnight stay in restored caravanserais on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Overnight stay in restored caravanserais
Traditional bazaar exploration on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Traditional bazaar exploration
Discovering desert oases on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Discovering desert oases
Visiting historic Silk Road mosques on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Visiting historic Silk Road mosques
Evening tea house gatherings on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes
Evening tea house gatherings

Itinerary

Walk the Silk Road and relive the echoes of trade and culture.

01Day 1 – Arrival in Tehran: Welcome WalkArrival in Tehran: Welcome Walk
Day 1 – Arrival in Tehran: Welcome Walk on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Arrive in Tehran and relax after your flight. Enjoy an evening stroll through Tajrish Bazaar and a traditional Persian dinner.

02Day 2 – Qom & Kashan: Shrines & GardensQom & Kashan: Shrines & Gardens
Day 2 – Qom & Kashan: Shrines & Gardens on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Visit the Fatima Masumeh Shrine in Qom, then continue to Kashan to explore Fin Garden, Tabatabaei House, and the historic bazaar.

03Day 3 – Caravanserai Stay: A Starry Desert NightCaravanserai Stay: A Starry Desert Night
Day 3 – Caravanserai Stay: A Starry Desert Night on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Travel toward the desert and spend the night in a restored caravanserai — just as Silk Road travelers once did.

04Day 4 – Yazd: Zoroastrian Heritage & Old TownYazd: Zoroastrian Heritage & Old Town
Day 4 – Yazd: Zoroastrian Heritage & Old Town on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Discover Yazd’s Fire Temple, Towers of Silence, and winding mudbrick alleys. Enjoy rooftop views over the ancient city.

05Day 5 – Meybod & Nain: Desert TownsMeybod & Nain: Desert Towns
Day 5 – Meybod & Nain: Desert Towns on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Visit Meybod’s Narin Castle, ice houses, and pigeon towers. Explore Nain’s historic mosque and traditional weaving workshops.

06Day 6 – Kerman: Bazaar & BathhousesKerman: Bazaar & Bathhouses
Day 6 – Kerman: Bazaar & Bathhouses on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Arrive in Kerman and wander through its lively bazaar, ancient bathhouses, and local teahouses. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse.

07Day 7 – Shahdad Desert: Kaluts & OasesShahdad Desert: Kaluts & Oases
Day 7 – Shahdad Desert: Kaluts & Oases on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Spend the day exploring the surreal Kalut formations of the Shahdad Desert, visit hidden oases, and stargaze under crystal-clear skies.

08Day 8 – Yazd: Cultural EveningYazd: Cultural Evening
Day 8 – Yazd: Cultural Evening on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Return to Yazd for a night of traditional music, Persian sweets, and storytelling.

09Day 9 – Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan & Blue DomesIsfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan & Blue Domes
Day 9 – Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan & Blue Domes on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Explore Isfahan’s Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Shah Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and historic bridges.

10Day 10 – Return to Tehran: DepartureReturn to Tehran: Departure
Day 10 – Return to Tehran: Departure on Silk Road Echoes – A 10-Day Journey Through Persia’s Ancient Trade Routes

Drive back to Tehran for your return flight. End of journey.

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