UNESCO Gems: Susa & Bisotun
Discover Iran’s ancient beauty beyond the usual paths.
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Western Iran Ancient Civilizations 9 Day Cultural Journey
An in-depth exploration of Western Iran’s millennia-old sites, from the Elamite Ziggurat of Chogha Zanbil to the Sassanid reliefs of Bisotun and the ancient capital of Hamadan.
Plan this trip
- Tehran Arrival & Fly to Ahvaz
- Elamite Wonders
- Kermanshah Drive
- Kermanshah & Bisotun
- Hamadan Drive
- Hamadan History
- Fly to Shiraz
- Shiraz Grandeur
- Departure
- Duration
- 9 days
What this tour includes
Cultures of the Zagros Mountains
Experience the rich diversity and traditions of Iran’s highlands.
Scenes along the itinerary
Your Tailor-Made Journey
This special itinerary ventures beyond the classic itinerary, offering a profound glimpse into Iran's pre-Islamic heritage. This Iran group tour is carefully mapped out to connect monumental historical sites across Western Iran, ensuring a comfortable pace for exploring the immense archaeological treasures and the diverse regional cultures of this fascinating area.
01Day 1 – Tehran Arrival & Fly to AhvazTehran Arrival & Fly to Ahvaz
Arrive in Tehran and take an immediate domestic flight to Ahvaz in the south-west. Check into the hotel.
02Day 2 – Elamite WondersElamite Wonders
Full-day excursion to Susa (UNESCO) and the incredible, well-preserved Ziggurat of Chogha Zanbil (UNESCO), the largest known ziggurat outside of Mesopotamia.
03Day 3 – Kermanshah DriveKermanshah Drive
A scenic drive north toward Kermanshah. En route, visit the historic Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System (UNESCO).
04Day 4 – Kermanshah & BisotunKermanshah & Bisotun
Explore the monumental Bisotun (UNESCO) complex, including the Darius the Great relief and the Parthian structures. Visit the Taq-e Bostan Sassanid rock reliefs near Kermanshah.
05Day 5 – Hamadan DriveHamadan Drive
Drive to Hamadan, the ancient Ecbatana. Visit the mausoleum of Avicenna upon arrival.
06Day 6 – Hamadan HistoryHamadan History
Explore the archaeological site of Ecbatana Hill. Visit the Ganjnameh inscriptions and the tomb of Esther and Mordechai.
07Day 7 – Fly to ShirazFly to Shiraz
Morning flight from Hamadan to Shiraz. Check-in to a luxury hotel and enjoy a relaxing afternoon.
08Day 8 – Shiraz GrandeurShiraz Grandeur
Morning visit to Persepolis (UNESCO). Return to Shiraz and spend the evening at a traditional teahouse.
09Day 9 – DepartureDeparture
Enjoy a morning visit to the enchanting Eram Garden, then transfer to Shiraz International Airport for your departure from Iran.
This Western Iran cultural journey is a tangible itinerary, highly flexible in its execution, and meticulously prepared to provide a genuine and memorable experience for adventurous travelers.
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