EXPLORE IRAN DESERTS: DASHT-E KAVIR DESERT
AKA IRAN CENTRAL DESERT
A TASTE OF IRAN CULTURAL TOUR
EXPLORE KASHAN CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS

A Taste of Iran Desert Tour Package (4 Days)

Explore Iran Deserts and Culture around Kashan Tour: Optimized Iran Dasht-e Kavir Desert Tour in addition to Persian culture tour around Kashan.

Travel Style: Classic

Exploring natural, cultural & historical monuments & places.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 2 – Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 8, avg 4-5.

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Explore Iran Deserts and Culture around Kashan Tour

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A TASTE OF IRAN DESERT TOUR (4 DAYS)

Price: from €479

Days: 4

Nights: 3

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Introduction

Dasht-e Kavir or the central desert of Iran covers an area of 120 000 km². It is one of the most interesting attractions of the country with its amazing sand dunes, salt lakes and historic caravanserais. This Iran small group tour is the best choice for those who want to have a little adventure alongside learning about the culture and history of Iran. During this Iran trip you’ll visit some of the most impressive monuments in Kashan such as its famous traditional houses and the underground city of Nushabad. You’ll spend a while exploring the fascinating Abuzeidabad desert, seeing the sand dunes and the dazzling sunset landscape of this Iran desert and riding camels . During your Iran desert tour you’ll have the opportunity to visit the unique salt lake and salt dome, two of the most magnificent attractions around the city of Qom. The historical monuments that are included in this Iran trip are close to the desert, giving the travelers a wonderful experience in only 4 days. This Iran tour package combines the cultural exchange and historical monuments with adventure in one of the most exciting natural attractions of Iran. If you’re looking for an active tour with a taste of culture and history, this is the trip you’ll never forget.

Program at a glance

Day 1
Drive to Qom, Salt Lake and Salt Dome, Kashan Cultural Tour

Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Kashan

Meals included: Full board
Day 2
Kashan Cultural Tour, Nushabad, drive to Abuzeidabad Desert

Accommodation: Yaloo traditional hotel in Abuzeidabad Desert

Meals included: Full board
Day 3
Abuzeidabad Desert Tour

Accommodation: Yaloo traditional hotel Abuzeidabad Desert

Meals included: Full board
Day 4
Abyaneh Village, drive back to Tehran

Accommodation: –

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travel Itinerary

Day 1 - Drive to Qom, Salt Lake and Salt Dome, Kashan Cultural Tour

Drive to Qom, Salt Lake and Salt Dome, Kashan Cultural Tour

In the morning:
This morning we will leave Tehran at 6:00 to start our Iran Desert Tour. We’ll stop at Fanoos restaurant shortly to have breakfast (1:30 h, 70 km) and then drive to Hoz-e Soltan Salt Lake (1h, 80 km). The amazing Hoz-e Soltan Salt Lake is known as the largest natural mirror in the world. We’ll spend a while enjoying the beautiful view of the lake, watching the reflection of the sky in the water and taking photos. Our next stop is Thaghrud Salt Dome (1h, 60 km). This stunning natural wonder is the only symmetrical salt dome in the world and one of the most beautiful attractions in Qom. Afterwards, we will get to our traditional hotel in Kashan. We’ll be served herbal tea and have lunch.

In the afternoon:
After getting some rest, we’ll start the Kashan Cultural Tour to visit some of the historical attractions in Kashan. We’ll visit Tabatabai House and Borujerdi House, two of the magnificent traditional houses in Kashan. Our last stop is Agha Bozorg mosque, one of the most unique monuments left from the Qajar era and the epitome of Persian arts and architecture. We’ll get back to our hotel, have dinner and rest.

Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Kashan

Meals included: Full board

Day 2 - Kashan Cultural Tour, Nushabad, drive to Abuzeidabad Desert

Kashan Cultural Tour, Nushabad, drive to Abuzeidabad Desert

In the morning:
Today we’ll leave the hotel after having breakfast at 8:00 to continue our Kashan Cultural Tour to visit the rest of the attractions in Kashan. Our first stop is the dynamic traditional bazaar of Kashan, where we’ll spend a couple of hours shopping and buying souvenirs. Then we’ll visit Fin garden, one of the nine verdurous Persian gardens considered as a world heritage. The freshening atmosphere of this garden will definitely charge you up.

In the afternoon:
After having lunch in one of the famous traditional restaurants of Kashan, we’ll continue sightseeing in Kashan. We’ll visit the underground city of Nushabad. Dating back to almost 1500 years ago, this underground city is one of the most interesting attractions in Kashan. Later on, we’ll start the Iran Desert Tour and head to Abuzeidabad Desert (1h, 50 km), have dinner and spend the night in a very atmospheric traditional hotel in the heart of Iran Deserts.

Accommodation: Yaloo traditional hotel in Abuzeidabad Desert

Meals included: Full board

Day 3 - Abuzeidabad Desert Tour

Abuzeidabad Desert Tour

In the morning:
Today we’ll leave the hotel at 8:00 and head to visit the fascinating sand dunes and spend an hour off-roading in Abuzeidabad Desert. Afterwards, we’ll visit Karshahi Castle, a lesser known but magnificent mudbrick structure dating back to more than 1500 years ago. This impressive castle is the jewel of the desert and one of the largest mud-brick structures in the world. Next, we’ll have a delicious homemade meal in Kaghazi Village.

In the afternoon:
After getting some rest, we’ll continue the desert tour and leave the village to visit Shah Abbasi Caravanserai. This historic caravanserai is one of the most important monuments dating back to the Safavid era. It was used by the convoys passing the Silk Road to rest. Later on, we’ll watch the mesmerizing sunset landscape in the desert and ride camels, no doubt it will turn to one of the memorable highlights of Iran Desert Tour. Then we’ll spend a while having tea by the fire, socializing, telling stories and sharing experiences with others. We’ll end the day by getting back to our traditional hotel.

Accommodation: Yaloo traditional hotel Abuzeidabad Desert

Meals included: Full board

Day 4 - Abyaneh Village, drive back to Tehran

Abyaneh Village, drive back to Tehran

In the morning:
This morning at 8:00 we’ll head to Abyaneh Village after breakfast (1h, 60 km). Abyaneh is one of the most unique villages in Iran and one of the oldest in the central part of the country. This beautiful village is famous for its unique structure and red clay houses. We will try to explore culture, architecture and history in this small village located in Iran’s central desert as much as we can.

In the afternoon:
We’ll have lunch in the village and after having some rest we head back to Tehran (3-4 h, 330 km). You’ll be dropped off at your requested location upon arrival.

Accommodation: –

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Note 1: Extra nights of accommodation can be requested with extra charge (before/after this Iran Desert tour start/end date)
Note 2: This tour can be followed by an Iran cultural tour.
Note 3: Dinner is not included on day 4.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Services & Inclusions

All Transportations, private air-conditioned VAN or Sedan Car (depending on the group size)
All accommodations: (3 nights of accommodation in traditional hotels, double/twin room)
4WD cars for off-roading in the Desert
Meals: Full board 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners
All Entrance fees for the monuments mentioned in the itinerary
An expert English-Speaking Cultural Tour Guide
WiFi internet connection throughout the whole trip
Visa Support* (application and Authorization code)

*You don’t need to take care about Iran Visa application, We will apply for your visa and send you the visa grant notice (authorization number) and you will be able to just collect it at your preferred Iranian Embassy. Read more about Iran Visa process.

Exclusions

International airfares, taxes, and surcharges
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature such as laundry or phone calls
Visa costs (governmental fee)
Tips to local guides and drivers
Extra nights of accommodations
Single room supplement
Any other services not mentioned in inclusions

IRAN CULTURAL TOUR FAQ

Iran Travel Experts are ready to answer your questions

When is the best time for traveling to Iran?

Generally, April and May are the best months for traveling to Iran. The second high season period for traveling to Iran is from September to mid-November. It’s recommended to book your Iran tour 3 to 6 months in advance if you want to travel to Iran during the high season. This way, you’ll have various choices for hotels and flights and can get an early bird discount. For those interested in Iran trekking tours and mountain climbing in Iran, the best time is during summer. The weather is rather hot at this time of the year (30-35 degrees); however, this won’t be a problem as vehicles and hotels are equipped with air conditioner. You can combine an adventurous Iran trekking tour with an interesting cultural tour.

When is the best time to book an Iran tour?

The high season for visiting Iran depends on the type of Iran tour you choose. The best time for Iran cultural/ historical tours is during April and May. However, from September to mid-November is also a great time for traveling to Iran. On the other hand, if you choose one of the Iran trekking tours, your trip must be in summer. The high season for Iran desert tours is from March to mid-May and in October and December. Furthermore, the skiing season in Iran begins in December and ends in April. You can also combine trekking tours with Iran cultural tour packages during summer. Our experts at Cheetah-Adventures will help you plan an enjoyable Iran trip and choose the best Iran destinations. Note that hotels get fully booked quickly during the high season so it’s best to book your Iran tour 3 to 6 months in advance to have more options and get an early bird discount.

Is Iran Safe? Can I travel to Iran with children?

Yes. Iran is a generally safe country for travelers. In addition, a trip to Iran can be entertaining for all members of the family due to its various attractions and things to do. Read our Iran Safety article for more information.

Is it possible to make changes in Iran tour packages or the travel itinerary?

Yes. Our Iran private tours can be altered based on your preferences. You only need to mention the desired changes in the comment section when booking your Iran tour. Our experts will contact you later and ask for the details. Unfortunately, it’s not possible to change the travel itinerary for Iran group tours except for minor changes.

How much cash will I need during my Iran cultural tour?

All Iran cultural tour packages offered by Cheetah-Adventures Iranian tour operator include accommodation, entrance fees and transportation. You may need 10 -20 euros daily for food, if your Iran tour package isn’t full-board. The amount of money you’ll need for buying souvenirs depends on your shopping habits.

What is the capacity of Iran group tours?

An Iran small group tour normally consists of less than 10 people. You can book an Iran private tour package with the number of your companions. Larger group tours can be perfectly performed by increasing the number of tour guides and assistants. In this case, a Persian tour guide will be designated to the tour for each 4 people for safety measures. Cheetah-Adventures have successfully performed tours with more than 20 people. Checkout our TripAdvisor Page or our Reviews Page for regarding reviews.

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Dates & Prices

Our tour packages are available on multiple dates to guarantee our customer’s comfort

Volume Discount: Groups of 4 or more people will have the advantage of a discount.
Early Bird Discount: You can enjoy a 5% to 10% early bird discount in case you look at least 3 to 6 months prior to your trip start date.
Single supplement: A 30% surcharge would apply for solo travelers.

Flexible Date Prices

Flexible Date Departure	Price per Person	Request Booking
March / April / May	€549	Enquire now
June / July / August	€495	Enquire now
September / October / November	€529	Enquire now
December / January / February	€479	Enquire now