Tours of Iran

Iran Unveiled

Tour Map of Iran Unveiled

From our experience, Iran is one of the most misunderstood countries on earth and it is our mission to dispel many of the clichéd preconceptions as we travel through this fascinating country - from the splendours of Shiraz to the nomadic tribes of the Zagros Mountains - enjoying the fabled Iranian hospitality along the way. Throughout history Iran, or Persia as it once was called, has loomed large in world history, as indeed it does today. You will work your way slowly south through many of her famous monuments and some of her lesser-known attractions, staying in delightful hotels and rural atmospheric homestays, offering a perfect blend of culture and adventure.

Hidden Wonders Of Western Iran

Tour Map of Hidden Wonders Of Western Iran

As increasing numbers of visitors are flocking to Iran to discover its much-lauded cultural gems, we have received a similar number of requests from those wanting to explore some of the country's lesser-known sights either as part of a more in-depth first trip or in many cases as a second trip to this endlessly fascinating country. The result is this exciting new trip which heads off the usual tourist trail to take in a wide variety of sights which are often overlooked by more conventional itineraries.Come prepared for some true surprises as along the way we'll find 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the stunning bas-reliefs of Bisotun and the huge ziggurat of Choga Zanbil; picturesque mountain villages such as Palangan; and in the Zagros Mountains, the welcoming hospitality of both Bakhtiari nomads and the minority Kurdish population. Some rough roads, long journeys and basic accommodation await the adventurous traveller but the rewards of journeying through these scenic landscapes rarely seen by western visitors will more than compensate.Iran's major sights may have always drawn crowds but this trip highlights that this ancient land has much more to offer the few willing to venture 'off-piste'. Come and see for yourself.

Telegraph Tours Persian Odyssey

Tour Map of Telegraph Tours Persian Odyssey

The historic agreement on a nuclear deal and the re-opening of the British Embassy in Tehran seem to have ushered in a new era of cautious optimism between the West and Iran, making this the perfect time to visit this fascinating country.With a cultural and historical legacy dating back millennia, these ancient lands have witnessed the rise and fall of many notable kingdoms and this insightful trip takes us on a journey through the heartland of these empires and 'behind the veil' of this much misunderstood republic. From the capital we'll travel via the picturesque 'red' village of Abyaneh to the town of Yazd, with its well-preserved traditional houses and Zoroastrian burial towers. From here we'll head for the beautiful gardens and shrines of Shiraz and the ancient ruins of Persepolis and finally on to one of the Middle East's most spectacular destinations - Isfahan - home to some of the region's finest Islamic architecture.However perhaps more memorable than any of this is the warm hospitality of the people we'll meet along the way. This is a varied and rewarding trip, uniquely created for Telegraph Tours, which will very much appeal to anyone who has ever wanted to see the treasures of ancient Persia or has ever wondered what life in Iran is really like.

Iran: Persian Explorer

Tour Map of Iran: Persian Explorer

With a cultural and historical legacy dating back millennia, the lands occupied by modern day Iran have witnessed the rise and fall of many notable empires. This short but insightful trip takes us on a journey through the heartland of these empires and ‘behind the veil’ of this much misunderstood country. From the beautiful gardens and shrines of Shiraz, we’ll travel via the atmospheric and timeless remains of the ancient Persian capital of Persepolis to the town of Yazd with its well- preserved traditional houses and Zoroastrianism burial towers. From here we will continue to one of the Middle East’s most spectacular destinations – the C17th and C18th capital of Esfahan. Home not only to some of the region’s finest Islamic architecture and the world’s second largest square, the Mayden-e Imam, this is also a great place to take tea in one of the old bridges that span the Zayandeh River or wander through the narrow corridors of the extensive souks with their jaw-dropping selection of handicrafts and carpets. But perhaps more memorable than any of this is the warm hospitality of the people we’ll meet along the way. Most Iranians are incredibly well-educated and widely read and will enjoy nothing more than putting the world to rights with passers-by, and for many visitors, such interactions will remain their most enduring memories of the country. This is a varied and rewarding trip which will very much appeal to anyone who has ever wanted to see the treasures of ancient Persia or has ever wondered what life in Iran is really like.