{"id":608,"date":"2018-05-20T07:27:55","date_gmt":"2018-05-20T07:27:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iran.1stquest.com\/blog\/?p=608"},"modified":"2020-02-23T08:26:40","modified_gmt":"2020-02-23T08:26:40","slug":"how-many-days-to-visit-iran","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1stquest.com\/blog\/how-many-days-to-visit-iran\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Days to Visit Iran?"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s a common question for those who plan their first trip to Iran: How many days to visit Iran? The very fact that you\u2019re reading this article is that you are probably in the same situation. Let me help you. For sure, I could tell you that Iran is vast\u00a0and has so many attractions that you would need at least 3 months to discover a minute amount of it. Personally, it\u2019s more than one year that I live in Iran and I haven’t seen half of it.<\/p>\n

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In this article, I\u2019ll try to help you to figure out how many days should you stay in the most popular cities in Iran.<\/p>\n

Tehran, the modern side of Iran<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Tehran is the capital of Iran. Although not so popular among tourists, it definitely has a lot to offer to those who know where to go and what to do. Try to spend at least 2 days in Tehran to have an idea of contemporary Iran. From its numerous art galleries, its palaces to its\u00a0fabulous parks<\/a> at the heart of the city, there are plenty of sites for you to visit.<\/p>\n

Minimum: <\/strong>2 days |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 3 days (2 days as a minimum) |\u00a0In-depth:<\/strong> 5 days<\/p>\n

Read also<\/em>:\u00a010 Things to Do in Tehran<\/a><\/p>\n

Book Best Tehran hotels<\/a> at the cheapest rates.<\/p>\n

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Azadi tower in Tehran<\/p><\/div>\n

Kashan, a jewel made out of the dust<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Probably your first stop on your way\u00a0from Tehran to Isfahan. The city is pretty small and many historical attractions are close to each other. From the Tabatabaei House<\/strong> to the Borujerdi’s<\/strong> historical house is just a 5 minutes walk.\u00a0If you are short on time, your best option would be probably to arrive from Tehran in the afternoon and to leave the next day around the same time to Isfahan. Consider that to go to Tepe Sialk<\/strong> and the Fin Garden<\/strong> it\u2019s only 20 minutes taxi-ride away (9km southwest of central Kashan).<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 1 day |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 2 days | In-depth:<\/strong> 3 days<\/p>\n

Book cozy\u00a0traditional hotels in Kashan<\/a> easier than ever.<\/p>\n

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Abbassian house of Kashan<\/p><\/div>\n

Isfahan, the imperial capital<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Some people would tell you that you need only two days to discover Isfahan. That\u2019s definitely wrong. As the \u201cHalf of the world\u201d (Nesf-e Jahan<\/em>) and the capital of Iran on two occasions, you have to spend some days here. Boasting more than 40 attractions<\/strong>, from the Naqsh-e Jahan Square<\/strong> to\u00a0the Shaking Minarets<\/strong>\u00a0there will always be something to discover in Isfahan and a new story to listen. Three days would be a minimum and four days would be better. you can book Isfahan hotels<\/a> easily with 1stQuest.com<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 3 days |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 4 days | In-depth:<\/strong> 5 days<\/p>\n

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Imam Mosque in Isfahan<\/p><\/div>\n

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Shiraz, the sweetness of life<\/h2>\n

Shiraz is, above all, the city of poetry and gardens. Most of the tourists allow no more than two days to Shiraz, but this depends on you. If you an early bird, 2 days should be fine to have a good overview of the city. Calm and poetic by essence, Shiraz is all about feeling, and some argue that you need around 3 days to grasp the whole feeling. Discover Hafezieh (Tomb of Hafez)<\/strong>, the marvelous Eram Garden<\/strong> and the photogenic Nasir-ol-Molk<\/strong> and many more. Don\u2019t forget to dedicate one of your days to visit the emperor Dariush in Persepolis (Takht-e Jamshid)<\/strong>. you can book Shiraz hotels<\/a> easily with 1stQuest.com<\/p>\n

You can visit Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, and Tehran on a 9 days trip at a very low budget. Wanna know how? Learn more in\u00a0Discover Iran on budget.<\/a><\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 2 days |\u00a0I advise: <\/strong>3 days |\u00a0In-depth:<\/strong> 4 days<\/p>\n

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The Eram Garden in Shiraz<\/p><\/div>\n

Yazd, the pearl of the desert<\/h2>\n

The driest city of Iran is an important center for Zoroastrianism and is famous for the quality of its handicrafts. Its unique architecture will fascinate the most apathetic of you. Discover the\u00a0exceptional Tower of Silence<\/strong>, the impressive Jame mosque<\/strong>, etc.\u00a0Consider that 2 days are enough to have a good overview of the city. book Yazd hotels<\/a> at ultimate ease!<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 1 day |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 2 days |\u00a0At depth:<\/strong> 3 days<\/p>\n

Read also<\/em>:\u00a0Yazd: The Eternal Civilization<\/a>
\nLearn more about\u00a0traditional hostels and hotels in Yazd.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Jameh<\/a>

Jameh Mosque of Yazd<\/p><\/div>\n

Tabriz, a civilizational crossroad<\/h2>\n

This city is out the way for most of the tourists coming to Iran. Situated in the northwest of Iran it\u2019s a 6-hour bus ride away\u00a0from Tehran. Thus, it\u2019s definitely a worth trip and would require 2 days to discover it. The people in Tabriz speak Azeri, a very close variant from the Turkish language. The bazaar<\/strong> of the city is the biggest covered bazaar of the world and is inscribed as a World Heritage Site since 2010. Don’t forget to visit the luxurious Blue Mosque<\/strong>. Several times the capital of Iran, this city has witnessed the history by the richness of its architecture of\u00a0the different eras and dynasties. you can book the\u00a0best Tabriz hotels<\/a> with 1stQuest.com<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 1 day |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 3 days | In-depth:<\/strong> 3-4 days<\/p>\n

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Tabriz Bazaar<\/p><\/div>\n

Mashhad, Ferdowsi, and the Shahnameh<\/h2>\n

On the opposite side of the country, the city of Ferdowsi and currently the second most populous city in Iran is\u00a0worth\u00a0the\u00a0trip by itself. The city of Mashhad is a famous pilgrimage place for Muslim Shias as Imam Reza (who is their eighth Imam) is buried there. you can book the\u00a0best Mashhad hotels<\/a> with us.<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 1 day |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 2 days | In-depth:<\/strong> 3 days<\/p>\n

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Imam Reza Holy Shrine in Mashhad<\/p><\/div>\n

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Kerman, the heart of the world<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Also a former capital of Iran, this old outpost of Ardeshir Ier is now a very flourishing melting pot mixing the Persian and Baluchis. Get lost in its countless mud-brick traditional houses and relax in one of the numerous qanat-fed parks. Consider that this city would be the best place to start your exploration of the treasures of this region. You can easily discover Mahan\u00a0on a one-day trip from Kerman. book the cheapest Kerman hotels<\/a> with 1stQuest.<\/p>\n

Minimum:<\/strong> 1 day |\u00a0I advise:<\/strong> 2 days |\u00a0In-depth:<\/strong> 3 days<\/p>\n

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Shahzade garden of Kerman<\/p><\/div>\n

Bam, the new-born of the citadel<\/h2>\n

Visit the exceptional citadel of\u00a0Bam on a day trip from Kerman.\u00a0Though this wonderful city has been deeply damaged by the violent earthquake of 2003,\u00a0the citadel remains\u00a0a very interesting place to visit.<\/p>\n

I advise:<\/strong>\u00a01\u00a0day |\u00a0In-depth:<\/strong>\u00a02\u00a0days<\/p>\n

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Bam Citadel in Kerman, Iran. Photo by Toshiaki Yoshitake<\/p><\/div>\n

Read also<\/em>:\u00a0The Best & Worst Time to Visit Iran: A Month-by-Month Guide<\/a><\/p>\n

Are you going to travel around Iran? Looking for an online way to book a flight? Book your\u00a0Iran domestic flights<\/a> at 1stQuest.<\/p>\n

By Antoine Molliere<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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