Western Iran Tour 2025
Hikmat International Institute proudly presents an exclusive West Iran Tour, offering participants the chance to explore the breathtaking landscapes, historical treasures, and cultural richness of Western and Northwestern Iran.
What sets the Hikmat West Iran Tour apart is the exceptional combination of expert-guided sightseeing and engaging intellectual encounters. Participants will visit ancient cities, explore spectacular natural wonders, and immerse themselves in the local culture through meetings with scholars, academics, and cultural figures.
From the stunning mountains of Kurdistan to the vibrant bazaars of Tabriz, and the historical landmarks of Kermanshah to the serene beauty of Lake Urmia, this tour promises a unique and enriching journey. Discover Iran in a way that blends education, spirituality, and adventure!
Trip Dates
July 7 – July 19, 2025
Registration Deadline
April 10, 2025
Early Bird
January 10, 2025
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 2025 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
1Days
Qazvin
1 Days
Zanjan
1 day
Ardabil
2 Days
Tabriz
2 Days
Jolfa
1 Days
Urmia
2 Days
Hamedan
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. Titles of the workshops are:
- Shiism; Doctrines and Rituals
- Religion and Politics in Contemporary Iran
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!
Organizer
Dr. Morteza Rezazadeh
Costs
Fee
Each person in a single room: 2600 USD
Each person in a double room: 2100 USD
The Early Bird Discount
100 USD discount for participants who register before
January 10, 2025
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
July 7- July 19, 2025
Registration Deadline
April 10, 2025
More Details
Email us via info@hikmat-ins.com
FREE Risk Registration
Trip Itinerary
July 7
- Arrive in Tehran IKA Airport
- Check in the Hotel
July 8
Morning:
- Departure to Qazvin (150 km, 1 hr 40 min)
- Jameh Mosque
- Qazvin Museum
Afternoon:
- Qājār Bathhouse
- Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai
- Traditional Bazar
July 9
Morning:
- Departure to Zanjan (180 km, 2 hr)
- Dome of Soltanieh
Afternoon:
- Salt men Museum (Anthropological Museum)
- Departure to Ardabil (260 km, 3 hr 30 min)
July 10
Morning:
- Sheikh Safi al-din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble
- Tomb of Shah Ismail
- Ardabil Jameh Mosque (Saljuqi Era)
Afternoon:
- Shorabil Lake
July 11
Morning:
- Sadeqi Historical House
- Aghazadeh Ardabili House (Qājār Era)
- Traditional Bazar (Saljuqi Era)
Afternoon:
- Yeddi Goz Bridge (Safavid Era)
- Mirza Ali Akbar Mosque
July 12
Morning:
- Departure to Tabriz (275 km, 3 hr 30 min)
- Visiting Meshginshahr Suspension Bridge
Afternoon:
- Arrival in Tabriz and check in the hotel
- Walking in El-Goli Park (an ancient park of Tabriz)
July 13
Morning:
- Qājār Museum
- Maqbarat-o-Shoara (The Tomb of 400 Poets)
- Blue Mosque (Built more that 500 years ago)
Afternoon:
- Visiting Kandovan Village (60 km, 1 hr 10 min)
July 14
Morning:
- Trip to Jolfa (135 km)
- Saint Stepanos Monastery (built in the ninth century)
- Asiab Kharabeh Waterfall
Afternoon:
- Khajeh Nazar Caravansaray
- Choopan Chapel
- Back to Tabriz
July 15
Morning:
- Departure to Urmia (145 km, 2 hr 20 min)
- Visiting the salt lake
Afternoon:
- Segonbad Tomb (Three Domes from Saljuqi era)
- Mar Church Sar Giz (3rd century CE)
- Church of Mother Mary (1st century CE)
July 16
Morning:
- Departure to Takāb (280 km, 4 hr 30 min)
Afternoon:
- Visiting Takht-e Soleyman in Takāb (one of the largest pre-Islamic Iranian instructional, religious, social, and worship centers)
- Departure to Hamedan
July 17
Morning:
- Tomb of Baba Taher (Persian dervish poet)
- The Mausoleum of Avicenna
Afternoon:
- Ali-Sadr Cave (The world’s largest water cave); 75 km, 1 hr 10 min
July 18
Morning:
- Hekmataneh Hill
- Ancient History Museum
Afternoon:
- Departure to Tehran (320 km, 3 hr 40 min)
July 19
- Returning flights
PreviousTours
Iran Tour 1
April 2015
Iran Tour 2
March 2016
Iran Tour 3
November 2016
Iran Tour 4
April 2018
Iran Tour 5
April 2022
Iran Tour 6
April 2023
Iran Tour 7
May 2023