Discover the culture and traditions of the nomadic peoples of the desert with this 10-day tour across Iran. The proximity of fertile plains and mountains in the country facilitates the transhumance of nomads between summer and winter, across meadows and pastures in search of grazing for their animals.

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Discover the culture and traditions of the nomadic peoples of the desert with this 10-day tour across Iran. The proximity of fertile plains and mountains in the country facilitates the transhumance of nomads between summer and winter, across meadows and pastures in search of grazing for their animals.

The colorful costumes and distinctive textiles of these populations have long been a source of attraction for visitors seeking a delightful opportunity to witness the remaining of nomadic migrations. 

Among dozens of different tribes, Bakhtiyari and Qashghaye nomads are the most famous for their origins, their set of clothes, their tribal structures and traditions and for the scenic beauty of their camping sites. This unique tour will make you visit:

  • Nomadic settlement areas
  • Isfahan
  • Shiraz
  • Yazd
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Trip summary

  • Travel style Group departure
  • Departure Teheran
  • End Teheran
  • Countries
    • Iran
  • City
    • Chelgerd
    • Yasuj
    • Shiraz
    • Yazd
    • Isfahan
    • Teheran
  • Theme Meeting local people
  • Accommodation Standard
  • Flight Excluded
  • Guide Not Included
  • The tour has met our standards

Detailed itinerary

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  • 1
    Arrival in Teheran
    Day 1

    After the arrival at Tehran’s Ika airport, you'll be driven to Chelgerd via Khansar and Golpayegan and Daran. Overnight stay in hotel.     

    Visited places:
    • Teheran
    • Chelgerd
  • 2
    Chelgerd
    Day 2

    Today you'll go walking in the Bakhtiari nomads area and visit Kuhrang spring and Sheikh-Alikhan region, which are the main districts of Bakhtiari nomads settlements. Overnight stay in hotel.  

    Visited places:
    • Chelgerd
  • 3
    Chelgerd -Yasuj
    Day 3

    Today you will drive via the mountains roads onto Yasuj, the Boyer-Ahmadi and Ghashghai nomads area. Overnight stay in hotel.     

    Visited places:
    • Chelgerd
    • Yasuj
  • 4
    Yasuj - Shiraz
    Day 4

    Today you'll travel to Shiraz via Nurabad Mamasani. You will also visit Kazerun, Tange-Chogan and Bishapur. Overnight stay in hotel.     

    Visited places:
    • Yasuj
    • Shiraz
  • 5
    Shiraz/ Excursion to Persepolis and Naghsh-e-Rostam
    Day 5

    Today you'll enjoy a half day excursion to Persepolis, one of the most important sites of the Ancient World. You'll then return to Shiraz to visit the main monuments and the Vakil Bazaar. Overnight stay in hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Shiraz
  • 6
    Shiraz - Yazd
    Day 6

    Today you will drive to Yazd, with an en-route visit to Pasargadae, before continuing via Abarkuh to see a 4000-year old cypress tree. Overnight stay in hotel in Yazd.     

    Visited places:
    • Shiraz
    • Yazd
  • 7
    Yazd -Isfahan
    Day 7

    In the morning you'll go sightseeing in Yazd, the center of Iran’s small Zoroastrian community to visit its main attraction sites. You'll continue the drive to Isfahan. Overnight stay in hotel.     

    Visited places:
    • Yazd
    • Isfahan
  • 8
    Isfahan
    Day 8

    On this day you'll enjoy a full tour of the beautiful city of Isfahan, the 17th century capital of the Safavids, referred to as Nesf-e-Jahan (Half of the World) in Safavid sources, to visit the famous monuments and historical sites ending up into the Qeisarieh Bazaar with hundreds of shops displaying the art and handicrafts for which Isfahan is world famous. Overnight stay in hotel.     

    Visited places:
    • Isfahan
  • 9
    Isfahan - Theran
    Day 9

    This morning the drive to Tehran starts. Enroute you'll visit the charming town of Natanz and desert town of Kashan with some of the best examples of existing “badgirs” (wind-catchers). Overnight stay in a hotel in Teheran.     

    Visited places:
    • Isfahan
    • Teheran
  • 10
    Teheran - Departure
    Day 10

    You'll be transferred to Ika airport for your departure flight.     

    Visited places:
    • Teheran

Photogallery

  • Iran Yazd Meybod old city
  • Iran Golpayegan old caravanserai
  • Iran Shiraz Persepolis ruins
  • Iran Bakhtiari nomad family
  • Iran Kashan building
  • Iran nomadic people
  • Iran Yazd Chakmak square

  • Prices and conditions
    Price includes
    • All items mentioned in the program
    Price does not include
    • International flights
    • Tips and personal expenses