Despite the efforts of the Iranian government and of the operators in the sector, who try to present the best in a simple but correct way, Iran cannot fail to recognize that in some cities the Albergherei structures have not yet reached Western standards. Some of these, although rated 4/5 stars, due to the economic embargo, are lacking maintenance.
Our journey is in many respects a journey outside the usual standardized circuits, a unique and extremely interesting itinerary that flows between ancient dressing gowns to discover a millenary culture of great suggestion that we will find in the splendid archaeological testimonies, but also a contact with the people, an authentic, hospitable and cordial people, in our opinion, rightly proud of their country.
We have reason to believe that the artistic, cultural and landscape heritage for some unique aspects in the world can very well compensate for any shortcomings of the tourist accommodation organization, making Iran an unparalleled travel destination that does not need any marketing strategy to be attractive. in the eyes of a potential tourist.
Thus, a country with a tangible sense of history, fabulous landscapes, hospitable people, places to visit, where you generally don’t have to worry about the hordes of enthusiastic tourists you normally meet elsewhere. It is not easy to decide where to start the discovery of a country that is much more varied and rich in certain behaviors, but it is certain that it is a country for which a commitment of awareness and responsibility on the part of each individual traveler is required.
We believe that where to go depends a lot on personal motivations, on the time available, on the adventure companions, on the organization.
We have tried to enclose, in a limited time, what can be a fifteen-day journey along a sort of “historical route” what is at the basis of the fascination that Iran and its culture emanate, contemplating the visit of some sites sometimes overlooked by the great ground circuits.
Here are some important notes:
as already announced in the preliminary program, the journey requires a good spirit of adaptation for some long journeys, albeit mostly on excellent roads.
Ladies must wear a Hijab (headscarf covering only the hair)
always refer to the instructions that the guide will give you try to be courteous but without excess. being polite is a good thing without a doubt, it is a presentation card. However, sometimes being overly nice causes problems.
Credit cards are generally not accepted (except in hotels and high-level shops)
the hotel accommodations are varied in the typologies in the standard and have been designed in order to offer the best in terms of itinerary and comfort. The tutelage and facilities are of a good 4-5 star level according to the local classification, among the best in the area, offering comfort and quality of services on average compared to the European standard.
It is important to have a pair of comfortable shoes, jackets, foulards, a warm garment, a torch, socks to wear during visits to mosques (because shoes are prohibited) and a waterproof parka.
Before leaving, consult your telephone operator to verify the possibility and modalities of the GSM system of mobile phones for Italian users with a contract (for telephone communications and SMS) or with prepaid cards only for SMS, but the connection is not guaranteed regularly. it is recommended to check with your Italian telephone operator.
Some companies prohibit the carriage on board the aircraft (both in the cabin and in the hold) of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices.
we remind you that upon entering the country you will have to deliver the form with personal data, passport and declaration of currency (the declared sum will be transcribed on a special form that the Iranian Customs offices will deliver to travelers or transcribed on their passport. maximum declared at the entrance.
During the circuit, in order to arrange the porterage service on arrival and departure in each hotel, no. of baggage that each of you will want to communicate upon departure from Rome. Any changes will be communicated to the agent of the agency. We remind you that the porterage service is provided for suitcases and trolleys only. Each passenger must arrange for the transport of bags, purses and bags on their own.
Passport, entry visa, mobile phone, and valuables in general must always be kept by the passenger and never left unattended or entrusted to third parties.

Check in and appointment:
For security reasons, group check-in is no longer possible. Each passenger must check-in individually by showing the identity document required for the entity installment from the country you will visit. The Organizer will not be responsible for any refusals on boarding by the Authorities in charge due to lack of the document for expatriation and / or not valid.
Maximum punctuality at departure is recommended.
The first meeting place for the group is the international airport of Fiumicino-Leonardo da Vinci.
Second meeting place, is the airport of the intermediate staircase, in case of direct flight to the final destination airport. The check in of the company is closed 45 minutes before the departure time of the international flights and 30 minutes before the departure time. departure of domestic flights. Make sure you are in possession of your boarding pass and have checked your baggage before the time indicated for the check-in closing time, if you are in the queue and think you will arrive too late to check in, immediately inform the Airline personnel of this situation or direct them directly to the Fast Track. Immediately after completing the check-in operations before going to boarding, it is necessary to carry out security checks at the access points manned by AR security personnel.

Airport fees
the amount of air taxes depends on the exchange rate of the USD and the cost of oil set by the airlines. The international / intercontinental airport taxes of the departure airport, as they are prepaid from Italy, are included in the air ticket. It is preferred to indicate the amount separately from the individual participation fee solely for the fact that these must be considered subject to reconfirmation.

Baggage
it is allowed to carry one piece of hand luggage on board, plus a laptop bag or a women’s bag or a 24h briefcase. The baggage must be able to be inserted in the appropriate caliber available in the check-in area, the laptop bag or women’s bag must be able to be inserted under the seat in front.

Destination airport:
Imam Khomeini international airport about 30 km from Tehran city center.

Documents for expatriation and visa

1. according to the indications given on the preliminary program, we remind you that: for entry into Iran, the original of the individual passport is required with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of departure
2. It is essential that the stamps of Israel and of the Egyptian and Jordanian border points confined to it do not appear on the passport.
3. It is essential that the passport has at least 2 full free pages.
4. We remind the gentlemen that, from their arrival at Tehran airport, or already upon disembarkation, they must have their heads covered with a veil that covers their hair.

currency and exchange

Iran is fundamentally a cash-based country, so don’t rely on credit cards, as they are refused everywhere except in a few sporadic carpet shops or travel agencies. Apart from some hotels and carpet shops, where you can pay in Euros or US Dollars, you will have to complete all other transactions in Rial or Toman.
The ideal would be to always have some Rial and some Dollars or Euros available. There are several ways to change currency: in banks: legal money changers and from those you find on the street. (But the latter option is better to avoid it). Although there is a network of working ATMs in Iran, they can only be used with MS cards locally, so they are useless for travelers who don’t have an Iranian checking account.
It is mandatory for all tourists who go to the Islamic Republic of Iran to fill in a currency import declaration (usually the form is delivered by plane), in order to avoid possible problems leaving the country. The importation of foreign currencies is unlimited. (With the obligation to declare the possession of sums exceeding 5000 US dollars or Euros) and the declared sum will be transcribed on a special form that the Iranian customs offices will deliver to travelers or transcribed on the their passport. the export is limited to the maximum declared at the entrance. at the end of the trip the sum in Rial can be converted into US Dollars, only if you will have a receipt in exchange whose value is greater than the remaining sum. the amount of the currency that the traveler will have with him when leaving the Islamic Republic of Iran must be confirmed by the Melli bank (agency at the airport) and must not exceed the amount declared upon arrival.
It is advisable to make a first change at the airport but only the strictly necessary for the first few hours, because generally the exchange rate is unfavorable. bank Melli, bank Tejarat, Sepah) or at the change counters (Sarrafi) in large cities.
For each exchange transaction there Passport and import declaration are generally required. Banks accept both Euros and dollars, (preferably new bank notes, 50 or 100, dollars must be of the type printed after 1995, i.e. the one with the image with the very large president in the center) the exchange rate is the official one, the street rate is practically equal. the Iranian currency is the Rial, a Toman is worth 10 Rials, you will find the prices written in Rial, but if you talk about the prices the prices will be expressed in Toman ( which equals minus 0) inflation in the country gallops, the situation changes continuously. Banknotes are from: 500, 1000, 2000,5000,10,000, 50,000, 100,000 (written in Toman)
banks are open from Saturday to Wednesday, from 8:30 to 16:00, on Thursdays from 8:30 to 12:00

Customs:

It is absolutely forbidden to import alcohol, aerial cameras, transceivers, houses and porn books, fashion magazines, and in any case against the modality of the Islamic republic. It is absolutely forbidden to export: any kind of carpet greater than 12 square meters, antiquities (those pieces that are more than 50 years old are considered antiques, possible seizure at the airport upon leaving the country), gold and silver (except for a watch and a ring), precious stones and ancient coins, old hand written and original paintings.

Electricity:

voltage of 220V with a frequency of 50 herz, and 2-pole European sockets

time zone with respect to Italy: 2:30 ahead