A 5-Day Low Cost Trip to Iran

  1. Day 1: Tehran
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    Visit the Golestan Palace, a masterpiece of the Qajar era, with its beautiful architecture and gardens. Then head to the Grand Bazaar Tehran, one of the oldest and largest bazaars in the Middle East, to experience Iranian culture and do some shopping.

  2. Day 2: Kashan
    2 hours (96 miles) from Tehran

    Explore the stunning Fin Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring classic Persian architecture and beautiful gardens. Then visit the Borujerdi House, a beautifully restored historic home that offers insights into traditional Iranian lifestyle.

  3. Day 3: Isfahan
    3.5 hours (141 miles) from Kashan

    Marvel at the stunning architecture of the Naghsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the largest squares in the world. Visit the Shah Mosque, the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque and the Ali Qapu Palace which are absolutely impressive works of architecture.

  4. Day 4: Shiraz
    6.5 hours (318 miles) from Isfahan

    Visit the Nasir ol Molk Mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque for its colour scheme, to admire its stunning stained glass and tiles. Then head to the Eram Garden, a paradise garden and a UNESCO World Heritage site for a peaceful and beautiful walk. Finally, visit the Tomb of Hafez where you can enjoy Iranian poetry and explore some of its culture.

  5. Day 5: Tehran
    8 hours (533 miles) from Shiraz

    You can end your trip in the capital city before going back by plane. Go to the Tabi'at Bridge, a beautiful and modern architect bridging two parks in Tehran. Finally, wrap up your journey by visiting the Milad Tower, the tallest tower in Iran, offering a beautiful panoramic view of Tehran skyline and its surroundings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Golestan Palace (3 hours, 200,000 Rials)
  • Grand Bazaar Tehran (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Fin Garden (2 hours, 200,000 Rials)
  • Borujerdi House (1.5 hours, 150,000 Rials)
  • Naghsh-e Jahan Square (3 hours, Free)
  • Shah Mosque (1 hour, 100,000 Rials)
  • Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (1 hour, 100,000 Rials)
  • Ali Qapu Palace (1 hour, 100,000 Rials)
  • Nasir ol Molk Mosque (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Eram Garden (1.5 hours, 150,000 Rials)
  • Tomb of Hafez (1.5 hours, 100,000 Rials)
  • Tabi'at Bridge (2 hours, Free)
  • Milad Tower (2 hours, 300,000 Rials)
  • Total Estimated Costs (18 hours, 1,450,000 Rials)

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Yazd, a beautiful desert city with unique mud-brick architecture, or the ancient city of Persepolis, a former capital of the Achaemenid Empire. If you have less time, consider spending an additional day in Tehran to visit the National Museum of Iran, Carpet Museum of Iran and Niavaran Palace Complex.

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