Isfahan City Tour (1)

Meet your guide at 8am in your hotel or any other convenient location. Today You are going to explore the legacies of the Safavid Dynasty in the city of Isfahan. First you will visit the Naqsh-e Jahan Square to appreciate this royal square and the handicraft bazaar of Isfahan. Then visit the fascinating Sheikh Lotfollah and the Jame Imam Mosque to get acquainted with the architecture and ornaments of Iranian mosques. Then browse the six story Ali Qapu Palace with the most amazing interior ornaments and paintings. This was the royal palace, where the Safavid kings hosted ambassadors and guests from other countries. Stare in awe at the vast and magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square from the balcony of the palace, where Safavids used to sit and watch polo matches. The whole Naqsh-e Jahan Square and monuments around are UNESCO world heritage sites. Take a rest at a traditional teahouse and then walk to the Chehel Sotun Garden and visit the eye-catching paintings inside its pavilion, displaying some scenes from battles and royal ceremonies. Finish Isfahan city tour by walking in Isfahan grand bazaar and exploring the Handicraft shops, Chaikhane, Gheisarieh gate, and Asarkhane.