Iran: Wonders of Persia
November 7, 2013 - November 20, 2013November 6, 2014 - November 19, 2014
Priced from: $8,980
Below please find rates, availability, and the items and services included and excluded in the expedition price.
Land-based Accommodations
It is our policy to always use premium quality accommodations, when available, in the regions we visit. Since each destination is different, lodging can range from elegant hotels in cities to rustic inns in more remote areas. You will receive specific accommodation details closer to the time of departure.
Inclusions
- All accommodations and meals; group transfers; guided excursions as stated in the itinerary; domestic air transportation within Iran; entrance fees for parks, reserves, etc.; $50,000 of emergency sickness/accident medical expenses and $75,000 in evacuation insurance; all gratuities.
Exclusions
- Air transportation except as listed above; excess baggage charges; airport arrival and departure taxes; transfers for independent arrivals and departures; passport and/or visa fees; accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar charges, e-mail/fax/telephone charges. Please note: alcoholic beverages are strictly forbidden.
Know Before You Go
This is a journey for experienced travelers only. Travelers on our expedition to Iran should be aware that the infrastructure is poorly developed and occasional delays and amendments to the program can occur. Accommodations will range from what Iran tourism might call “five-star elegance” (but what we might call “three-star comfortable and acceptable”) to cheerful and rustic in the more remote areas. Some days will be long, with bus rides over mostly paved roads that require sitting for long periods. Strict dress codes in public will be required, including head scarves and a robe-like covering for women; and alcohol is absolutely forbidden. More information on the specific customs and requirements will be sent to you five months prior to departure. For the experienced traveler with a sense of humor, a spirit of adventure, and the desire to journey where few have been before, occasional delays, limited food choices, or rustic hotels are a small price to pay for a journey that will take you to the very heart of Persia.
Note: We estimate you will be without your passport for one month while we work on procuring your Iranian visa. Visa kits will be mailed five months prior to departure.