Gastronomy Trek: From Hesar to Dashtak
Shiraz, Iran
From EUR 87.80
Office phone number: +98 917 706 7418
Gastronomy Trek: From Hesar to Dashtak
Shiraz, Iran
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
That famous Iranian hospitality is in full effect on this tour that goes beyond the city and into a local village. Hike the mountains of the Hesar region, then settle in for a traditional Iranian meal with a welcoming family and new friends.
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Highlights
- Find some serenity in the fresh mountain air beyond Shiraz
- Challenge yourself by trekking the hills into a local village
- Experience the truest form of Persian hospitality with a home cooked meal with a local family
- Learn about the history, flora, and fauna of the Iranian countryside
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Schedule details
- Duration: 8.5 hours
- Meeting point:
In front of the main entrance of the Tomb of Hafez. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with the Urban Adventures logo.
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- Starting time: 7.30 AM
- Ending point:
Tomb of Hafez
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation, lunch with a local family.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide, small gift for the local family who will be hosting us for lunch.
Your Shiraz tour will take you beyond Shiraz, but before we leave the city, we’ll meet at Hafez’s tomb, the memorial site of one of Iran’s most beloved poets. Here we’ll briefly introduce ourselves and get to know each other a bit before heading out in our car towards the picturesque mountains and hills of the Hesar region, approximately 80 kilometres northwest of Shiraz. This region combines beautiful scenery, fresh mountain air, and that ever-famous Iranian hospitality!
We’ll hike through the beautiful hills and mountains for about three and a half hours, while your tour guide tells you about the local history, and the regional flora and fauna. Finally, we’ll walk through wooded areas that provide vital income to the local residents in Dashtak.
No doubt hungry from all that hiking, we’ll then visit with a local family in a small village, and enjoy a traditional Iranian lunch. You’ll get to chat with the family and learn more about local life in this part of Iran.
Following our hearty lunch, we’ll return to Shiraz by car — don’t worry if you fall asleep on the ride! We have a feeling that naps will definitely be required!
Please note that it is Iranian custom to bring a small token of thanks when you are a guest in someone’s home, and it will be greatly appreciated by our hosting family. (If it’s possible, bring something small from your country — the more personal the better!)
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation, lunch with a local family.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide, small gift for the local family who will be hosting us for lunch.
Dress standard: Please wear proper walking shoes and bring some warm clothing, as the village is often much cooler than in the city. Both men and women should avoid wearing shorts; women must wear long-sleeved shirts (no t-shirts or tank tops/singlets!). Please also bring a daypack, your camera, and sunscreen.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventures tour, you will be placed in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: Travellers under 13 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +98 917 706 7418
Email address: info@shirazurbanadventures.com
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