Plan an Iran trip step by step
This guide is designed as a practical starting point for travelers researching Iran. Use it alongside current official information, then build an itinerary around your dates, interests and passport requirements.
Before you travel
Passport, visa, insurance, security advisories, flights and a final pre-departure check.
Pre-travel checklist →Money & payments
Plan how you will access spending money and confirm current payment options before arrival.
Money guide →Dress & local customs
Prepare for local laws and social expectations with practical, respectful planning.
Customs guide →Choose your route
First-time cultural itineraries often connect several historic cities. Compare Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Yazd and Persepolis, then see our 7, 10 and 15-day Iran tour ideas.
Visa and documentation
Visa requirements vary by nationality and can change. Start with our Iran visa assistance page, but verify final requirements with the relevant authorities before departure.
Private and tailor-made travel
If a fixed itinerary does not fit, use the tailor-made Iran tour planner to tell us your dates, group size, interests and preferred destinations.