A short flight from Tehran brings you to Shiraz , a city of gardens, tiles, and timeless poetic energy. After checking in at a boutique hotel near the historical core, take a slow afternoon stroll through the Zinat-ol-Molk neighborhood and the fragrant Narenjestan Garden. As golden hour settles, visit the Tomb of Hafez , more than a mausoleum, it’s a poetic structure bathed in lyric light. Dinner is served in a culture-forward café where design, ambiance, and local art create the perfect introduction to your aesthetic journey.

Morning light, pink tiles, and alleyways that whisper stories. Begin your day early at Nasir al-Mulk Mosque , the famed “Pink Mosque” , during the magic hour when sunlight spills through stained glass and paints the floor with moving color. Explore the Pars Museum and historic Shirazi houses like Qavam and Zinat-ol-Molk, absorbing traditional architecture through a modern lens. Later, go mural hunting through old Shirazi alleys and discover fragments of urban art tucked between adobe walls. If available, visit a private contemporary gallery such as Ario or Aban to glimpse Shiraz’s evolving art scene. Wrap up with a stroll down Karim Khan Zand Street , a vibrant blend of heritage and urban energy.

From Shiraz’s lyrical hues to Isfahan’s cosmic structure. Depart in the morning via private transfer toward Isfahan, a 6-hour journey through changing desert-scapes. Optional stop for rest and refreshments en route. Upon arrival, check in to a traditional hotel where design and atmosphere reflect the city’s spirit. In the evening, walk across Khaju and Si-o-se-pol bridges — marvels of symmetry, geometry, and interaction between architecture and river. Dinner in a stylish café sets the tone for your Isfahan chapter.

Where prayer becomes architecture, and symmetry becomes spiritual. Today is dedicated to Naqsh-e Jahan Square , one of the world’s largest and most beautiful public spaces. Visit Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the Shah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace , each a masterpiece of sacred geometry, color theory, and tile art. After a traditional lunch in an artistic house, continue to explore hidden galleries and cultural spaces around Chahar Bagh and Juybareh neighborhoods. Optional visit to the meditative Chahar Bagh School , a space of spiritual geometry and historical resonance.

Where Safavid domes meet modern creative voices. Begin at the Isfahan Museum of Contemporary Art , a space where today’s artists converse with centuries of heritage. Explore the Armenian Quarter of Jolfa: its textured alleyways, elegant Vanak Cathedral, artisan workshops, and café culture. You may also visit conceptual design stores and studios of local makers. End your day with a late-afternoon coffee in a hybrid gallery café , where even the tables feel curated.

A town that speaks in silence, earth tones, and filtered sunlight. Transfer to Kashan in the morning (approx. 2.5 hrs), a small town where architecture is whisper-quiet and deeply expressive. Check in to a historic guesthouse that embodies Persian aesthetics. Visit the grand historical homes of Borujerdi and Tabatabaei families , spaces where courtyards, windcatchers, and geometry unite. Then walk through the Fin Garden , a Persian garden that embodies philosophical design and harmony with nature. Free time to explore the bazaar and absorb its textures, scents, and colors.

Let architecture speak , in shadows, vaults, and adobe minimalism. Begin at Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse, where symmetry, light, and rooftop curves create a sculptural skyline. Wander through Kashan’s old neighborhoods, visit Agha Bozorg Mosque, and pause for quiet contemplation. If open, explore small-scale galleries or visit local artist studios tucked inside traditional homes. By late afternoon, depart for Tehran (approx. 3 hrs) and check into a thoughtfully designed art hotel or guesthouse in the capital.

End your journey in a city of layers , bold, creative, alive. Your final day unfolds in Tehran , a metropolis where contradiction breeds creativity. Visit the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (subject to current exhibitions), one of the most significant in the region. Walk through Honarmandan Park and the Iranian Artists Forum — a social and creative hub. Explore independent galleries and art bookshops along Villa and Palestine Streets. Enjoy your final lunch or coffee at an artist-designed café, letting the flavors and design wrap up your immersive visual experience.