Trip to Golden Triangle and Ranthambore (Wildlife)

Dress CodeWomen:As a foreigner, a female traveler is officially expected to cover her hair. Usually, more tolerance tends to be shown towards foreigners over the detail of the dress code than is the case for Iranian women. However, this does not include leaving one’s hair fully uncovered. “Acceptable” outfits may include a, loose dress or shirt worn over loose skirt or pants and a scarf in the summer, and a woolen coat and scarf in the winter (calf-length is acceptable if worn over pants). All colors and modest designs are acceptableMen: Men are also required to abide by the following dress code: Short-sleeved shirts and t-shirts are acceptable for daily wear. Shorts and three-quarter length pants are acceptable on the beach. Dress attire for men is similar to that in Europe. It is quite acceptable in the areas outside though it denotes indifference toward or opposition against state regulations and values. Jogging in tracksuits is acceptable for men.General: Some mosques and most holy shrines require women to be wearing a chādor before entering the complex. If you don’t have one, there are sometimes kiosks by the door that lend or hire chādors. It is better for men to wear long-sleeved shirts inside a mosque or shrine, though this is not mandatory. Shoes are not worn within prayer areas of a mosque or shrine. Busier mosques have free shoe repositories where you trade your shoes for a token.Money &Currency-The Iranian rial (﷼ in Persian) but symbolized internationally as IRR is the currency of Iran; however, prices are often quoted in Tomans (تومان). One Toman is equal to ten rials.- ATMs in Iran do not accept foreign (non-Iranian) cards except some which accept those from state banks, so bring all the money you might need in cash, preferably in US dollars or euros. Your tour manager helps you exchange the money.- There is a possibility to get a pre-paid no-name gift card from most of the banks in Iran if you are concerned with carrying too much cash on you. These cards have no service fee and surcharge and you get the exact amount of money you put in the card. All ATM and POS terminals support Persian and English languages. Make sure the one you get has ATM Withdrawal Feature. Ask about ATM withdrawal and POS transactions daily limit in advance. Keep your receipts and treat your gift cards like cash as in the case of missing them, it is less likely to get a replacement even with paperwork. Paperworks may help you to receive a new password in case of forgetting it but expect bureaucracy. Cash your left over cards one business day before your departure to avoid any problem caused by Iranian interbank network SHETAB failure. (You can request a gift card on the reservation time, and pay the amount in cash to your tour manager and take it on the arrival time).-Prohibited items include narcotics, gambling devices, weapons and ammunition, explosives, counterfeit goods, anti-Islamic publications, and publications, photos and films considered to be against the religious and national dignity of Iran.-Importing alcohol is illegal.General Notes-In general, Iran is the safest country in the Middle East. Iran is much safer than Westerners might expect. Most people are genuinely friendly and interested to know about you and your country, so leave aside your preconceptions and come with an open mind. Iran is still a relatively low-crime country.-Photography near military and other government installations is strictly prohibited. Be aware that this rule is taken very seriously in IranFood and Drink-The good news for travelers is that Iranian cuisine is superb. A wide range of influences from Central Asia, the Caucasus, Russia, Europe, and the Middle East have created a diverse, relatively healthy range of dishes that focus on fresh produce and aromatic herbs. It’s a safe bet that all food in Iran is halal and will conform to Islamic dietary laws-Iran has no alcohol available and it should not be consumed or transported to the country although you can enjoy a wide range of refreshment and soft drinks such as doogh (is a yogurt-based drink), Tea (is a famous and common one), sherbets (with different traditional favor)Internet Access-Some websites are blocked based on words appearing in their URL-So far in many places in Iran this service is provided for Telecommunications companies such asHamrahe Aval or MTN Irancell etc., subscribers. Public places like airports, religious sites, cultural centers, commercial centers and many other crowded places are covered every day.Travel InsuranceOne thing we always recommend is that you carefully consider the purchase of travel insurance before you set out on your journey from an office in your country which is different from personal accidental insurance that is included in the most of our tour packages.Visa Information-14 days’ tourist visa is available for all of the nationalities with an authorized passport for visiting KISH, QESHM, and CHABAHAR (free zones).-A service fee is applicable to the visa process (which is as a complimentary service for the customers who purchase an escorted tour). This charge is different from the visa fee which you must pay to the consulate for stamping your passport-Please note that US, British and Canadian passport holders will need to book this trip at least 2 months before departure as this is the length of time it takes to process a visa for these nationalities.ClimateDepends on your chosen travel category; you can travel to Iran in different seasons. Although some cities can be bitterly cold in its winter months, you can find cities where have glorious weather. It is fiercely hot during the summer however there are many tours which will be operated in this seasons in the north of Iran where the weather is lovely. The best time to visit is generally accepted to be the spring and autumn months.

Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
If any of the attractions are closed due to Covid-19, the guide will arrange the itinerary based on the actual situation on the tour date. Please understand. Thanks.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel