Iran Learning Tour 8
Hikmat International Institute offers a unique opportunity for those who want to see Iran and its many beautiful historical, cultural, and religious aspects in a more exciting and informative way! The distinctive point about Hikmat Iran tours is that some scholars and experts will accompany the group and there are also meetings with scholars, academics, students and religious figures and authorities. This combination of meetings and sightseeing makes the Hikmat Iran Tours unique and much more educational for the participants.
Trip Dates
April 20 – May 5, 2024
Registration Deadline
February 29, 2024
Early Bird
December 31, 2023
Sightseeing and Learning Opportunity
After organizing wonderful tours in the recent years, Hikmat International Institute is pleased to announce that the next “Learning Tour of Iran” will be held in April 2024 for professors, students, and anyone who is interested to see Iran’s most important tourist attractions and learn more about the beauty, culture, religions, and history of that great and historical land. There will also be friendly meetings and discussions with academics, religious leaders, scholars etc. The tour will be held with high standards and is an amazing opportunity.
Visiting Cities
Tehran
3 Days
Qom
2 Days
Kashan
1 Day
ISFAHAN
3 Days
YAZD
2 Days
PERSPOLIS
Half-day
SHIRAZ
2 Days
Mashhad
2 Days
Workshops
In addition to all the visits of the tourist sights, the Hikmat Learning Tour of Iran will include two informative workshops. These lectures are designed to provide participants with the practical knowledge that is required to understand contemporary Iran in terms of culture, politics, art, history, religion, etc.
Shiism Doctrines and Rituals
If you are interested to see Iran’s most important tourist attractions and also learn more about religions and culture in Iran and want to experience Persian food don’t miss this chance!
Organizers
Dr. Morteza Rezazadeh
Founder and president of Hikmat International Institute will lead this learning tour. As a graduate of the Islamic Seminaries of Qom and Hartford Seminary in the United States, he is an expert in Religions; mainly Islamic and Shiite Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations. As a professor of Islamic theology and jurisprudence, he is ideally equipped to introduce foreigners to the culture and religion of Iran.
Costs
Fee
Each person in a single room: 2900 USD
Each person in a double room: 2400 USD
The Early Bird Discount
100 USD discount for participants who register before
December 31, 2023
Inclusions
- Accommodation in 4 or 5-star hotels
- Excursions and sightseeing (including all the entry tickets for the tourist spots and museums)
- In-country transportation
- Three meals a day
- Two Iranian guides
- Academic workshops
- Travel Insurance
The cost does not include international airfare or visa fees.
Important Dates
Dates
April 20 – May 5, 2024
Registration Deadline
February 29, 2024
More Details
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FREE Risk Registration
You do not need to make any payment now. Just fill out the registration form to reserve your seat! All the fees can be paid upon arrival!
Trip Itinerary
April 20
- Arrival in Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) and transfer to hotel
- Rest and overcome jetlag
- Welcome meeting at the hotel
April 21
Morning:
- Saad Abad Palace and museum
- Meeting at Iranology foundation
- Jamaran Village (home of Ayatollah Khomeini)
Afternoon:
- Milad Tower: Tallest in Iran and sixth tallest in World
- Possible meetings at dinner time
April 22
Morning:
- Visiting a Jewish synagogue
- Meeting at the Armenian Church with Archbishop Sarkisian. Lecture on history of Armenians in Iran
- Lunch (Meetings at lunch time)
Afternoon:
- Tajrish district in the northern Tehran (Shrine and Bazaar)
April 23
Morning:
- Iran National museum
- Golestan Palace: a masterpiece of the Qajar era.
Afternoon:
- Depart to Qom
- Dinner at Mehr-o-Mah complex
- Arrive in Qom in the evening and check in the hotel
April 24
Morning:
- Visiting the Shrine of Lady Ma’sumah
- Meeting with an Ayatollah
- Workshop
Afternoon:
- Imam Khomeini`s House in Qom
- Mara’shi Najafi library
- Jami’at al-Zahra (Ladies Islamic Seminary)
April 25
- Leave Qom towards Kashan in the morning
- possibly stop at the Fadak Olive Farm and visit the farm
- Fin Historical Garden in Kashan
- Lunch
- Check in the Hotel and a short rest
- Historical Houses of Kashan
April 26
Morning:
- Leave toward Isfahan
- Stop in the historical village of Abyaneh on the way to Isfahan
Afternoon:
- Historical Bridges of Isfahan
April 27
Morning:
- Naqsh-e Jahan Square and its surrounding areas including:
- Aali Qapu Palace
- The Masjed-e Imam Mosque (Shah Mosque / Royal Mosque)
- Sheikh Lotfallah Mosque
Afternoon:
- Traditional Bazaar of Isfahan
April 28
Morning:
- Vank Armenian Cathedral
- Chehel Sotoun (40 Columns) Palace
Afternoon:
- Leave Isfahan toward Yazd sharp after lunch
- Arrive in Yazd
- Dolat Abad Garden
- Dinner at Moshir traditional restaurant
April 29
Morning:
- Towers of Silence
- The Zoroastrian Fire Temple (burning since 470AD).
Afternoon:
- Jameh Mosque of Yazd
- Amir Chakhmaq complex
- Yazd Water Museum
April 30
Morning:
- Leave Yazd heading Shiraz after breakfast to be at Persepolis around noon; short stop at Pasargadae (grave of Cyrus the Great)
Afternoon:
- Visiting Persepolis
- Arrive in Shiraz in the evening and check in the hotel
May 1
Morning:
- Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque (Pink) Mosque
- Arg-e-Karim Khan
- Vakil Mosque and Bazaar
Afternoon:
- Tomb of Saadi and Hafez and its surrounding beautiful gardens
- Quran Gate
- Dinner at Haftkhan Restaurant
May 2
Morning:
- Shah Cheragh Shrine
- Eram Garden
Afternoon:
- Fly to Mashhad
May 3
Morning:
- A meeting at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
Afternoon:
- Visiting the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza
- Bazaar Reza
May 4
Morning:
- Tomb of Ferdowsi
- Shandiz or Torqabeh Village
Afternoon:
- Goodbye dinner
- Be in the lobby at 11 pm to go to the airport
May 5
Fly Back Home from Mashhad International Airport
Note:
If you're pressed for time but still wish to join part of the tour, please let us know. We're flexible and willing to negotiate, trying to accommodate your needs to the best of our ability.
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