From Flower to Flavor: A Saffron Journey in Iran
Our Iranian Saffron tour offers a unique experience to explore saffron and barberry production in Southern Khorasan and Ghaenat district, which contributes 90% of Iran’s output. Over two days, learn cultivation and packaging. Ghaenat, rich in history and architecture, features hands-on activities like flower picking and traditional grinding techniques. Enjoy local music, barberry harvesting, and visit Iran’s longest Qanat chain. Includes a visit to the sacred Imam Reza Shrine.
7 Days
- Tehran
- Tehran to Birjand: (1160) km
- Birjand to Qaen: (95) km
- Qaen to Mashhad: (391) km
- Mashhad to Tehran : (911) km
- Tehran
Highlights
- Duration: 7 Days
- Arrival: Tehran
- Departure: Tehran
- Iranian Cuisine Experience
- Iranian SIM card
- Saffron and barberry Farm Working
- Unique Experience: Our Iranian Saffron tour offers a unique experience to explore saffron and barberry production in Southern Khorasan and Ghaenat district, which contributes 90% of Iran's output.
- Hands-On Activities: Experience hands-on activities like flower picking and traditional grinding techniques, while enjoying local music, barberry harvesting, and visiting Iran's longest Qanat chain.
- Cultural Immersion: Immerse yourself in Iranian culture with visits to historic sites like Golestan Palace, Tehran Bazaar, Shokatieh School, and Birjand Castle, as well as experiencing traditional Iranian cuisine like Dizi stew.
Hotspots
- Tehran Nature Bridge
- Golestan Palace
- Tehran Bazaar
- National Museum of Iran
- Birjand City
- Shokatieh School
- Birjand Castle
- Local guesthouse
- Barberry fields
- Imam Reza ShrineGardens
- Tomb of Ferdowsi
- Nader Shah mausoleum
- Saffron Farm
Day 1: Tehran
Day 1 in Tehran involves a meet and greet at Imam Khomeini International Airport, followed by an evening visit to Tehran Nature Bridge.
Day 2: Tehran
Day 2 includes a visit to the historic Golestan Palace and Tehran Bazaar, with a taste of traditional Iranian Dizi stew and a trip to the National Museum of Iran.
Day 3: Birjand
Day 3 involves flying to Birjand for a city tour, including historical sites like Shokatieh School and Birjand Castle.
Day 4: Ghaenat
Day 4 starts with a drive to Ghaenat, staying in a local guesthouse, participating in barberry picking, and exploring the city’s cultural aspects.
Day 5: Ghaenat
Day 5 is an early start for saffron picking, breakfast in the fields, visiting local homes for saffron processing, and exploring the desert landscape.
Day 6: Mashhad
Day 6 includes a drive to Mashhad to visit the Imam Reza shrine and the Tomb of Ferdowsi.
Day 7: Mashhad - Tehran
Day 7 wraps up the tour with a return to Tehran, featuring a half-day city tour of Mashhad, including the Imam Reza shrine complex and Nader Shah mausoleum, before the flight back to Tehran.
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