1. When is the best time to visit Iran?

There are ideal temperatures across most of Iran from March until May and then again from late September to early November.

2. Do I need a visa to travel to Iran?

For travel to Iran a Visa along with passport is mandatory. Only categories exempted under bilateral arrangements may not need a visa. Apply for Iran visa now.

3. Which is the best city in Iran to visit?

The classic route of Iran goes right into the heart of the country. The four major cities along this route include Tehran, Isfahan, Yazd and Shiraz.

4. Is it safe to travel to Iran now?

Despite the engineered picture projected in the mainstream media Iran has always been safe for tourists.

5. Can you travel to Iran as an unmarried couple?

Yes! This is an often more assumed problem than a real one for most travelers. Travelling to Iran will not be a problem.

A One-day Tour Of Iran’s Northern Railway
Crossing the Alborz Mountains on a Private Train
Explore Iran Differently
The First Private Train In Iran

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Duration
One-day trip (15 Hours)
Start
Tehran railway station at 6:30 AM (Map)
Finish
Tehran railway station at 10:30 PM (Map)
Group size
100

Included meals
Breakfast, 2 refreshments, lunch
Transport
Private train
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Trip Notes
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Day trip – Iran’s Northern Railway

Crossing the Alborz Mountains on a Private Train

Dates and Prices

IRAN RAILWAY TOUR – TRIP ITINERARY

Among the unique characteristics of this route, mention can be made of geographical variety, specific landscapes of multiple climates of center and North of Iran as well as its amazing views.

A complete collection of beautiful natural resources including Alborz mountain range, Hyrcanian forest, plains as well as Kavir desert can be seen on this day tour.

Starting from Tehran main station in the early morning, going through Garmasar, Bonakuh, Simindasht, Zarrindasht, Firouzkuh, Gadok, Shur Ab and Veresk to Savadkuh.

The train stops for visits to the architecture and industrial archaeology of Iran’s first nation crossing railway line.

A masterpiece of building technique, the line climbs up to a height of more than 2000 m through extraordinary bridges, loops and tunnels. Enjoy the trip on one of the world’s most spectacular mountain railways.

Guide in Farsi and English. Breakfast, Lunch, drinks and snacks are included. Return to Tehran around 22.30.

“One-day tour of Iran’s Northern railway is FREE for those who book our small group tours.”

WHAT’S INCLUDED TO IRAN RAILWAY TOUR

Travel with the private train (A rail bus).
Breakfast, two refreshments and Lunch
English speaking tour guide

WHAT’S EXCLUDED TO IRAN RAILWAY TOUR

International airfares, city transfers, taxes and surcharges
Items of a personal nature such as laundry or phone calls
Visa process fee
Visa costs
Tip

IMPORTANT NOTES – IRAN RAILWAY TOUR

This trip starts at 7:15 in the morning from Tehran Railway Station
The duration of the trip is about 15 hours
The trip finish at 10:30 at night in Tehran Railway Station
The maximum check-in baggage allowance is 7.5 kg per person

Booking & Payment – Iran Train Tour

If you would like to book a place on this tour, please complete the online reservation form on our website. We will then contact you with more details about how to complete your booking. Payments may be made by making a bank transfer or pay in cash in Tehran. Full details will be provided in your booking confirmation email. Please contact us if you would like any more information or have any questions before making a booking.

SPEAK TO OUR EXPERTS

ELHAM BABAEE
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+98 939 409 6186

SABER BAHRAMI
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+98 912 633 3548

Iran Train Tour

DATES & PRICES

* Please note that all dates are subject to change. Please contact us to confirm the dates.
START DATE	PRICE Without private translator	PRICE With private translator	AVAILABILITY
Nov 05, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Nov 12, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Nov 12, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Nov 19, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Nov 26, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 03, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 03, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 10, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 17, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 24, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Dec 31, 2020	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Jan 07, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Jan 14, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Jan 21, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Jan 28, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
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Feb 25, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
Mar 04, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking
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Mar 18, 2021	35.00 euros	95.00 euros	50 seats left	Request Booking

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Reviews

We organized a 3 weeks tour in Iran through SURFIRAN. SURFIRAN is a very Professional travel agency who understands their customers needs and expectations. Our stay in Iran was just fabulous, the program built by SURFIRAN was great, we have seen many and many very interesting sites and locations.

Christiane RobichonVisited May 2016 – TripAdvisor

Most we enjoyed the landscape and wildlife we saw, it was just amazing and not comparable with nature we found in Germany and Europe, one of my greatest experiences! Second we enjoyed the kindness of you guys (Mehdi, Negin and her family, and the two houses we stayed) it was like meeting family and friends :)

Christian, Robin and TimVisited October 2016 – TripAdvisor

We visited Iran on October 2016 with SURFIRAN travel and tours company. Organization of round trip, hotel accommodation and flights were perfect. Our guide Mostafa was absolutely excellent, helpful, friendly and his information about Iran were very informative. Thanks a lot ! Will come back soon.

Johannes Visited October 2016 – TripAdvisor

Everything was arranged very efficiently. Nothing went wrong. Our guide, Mostafa Farhadi, was remarkable. Not only was he a brilliant driver, but his knowledge of the culture, history and contemporary life of Iran was amazing. He also had superb contacts in all the places we visited.

StephenVisited November 2016 – Read more