Why Travel To Iran?
The best reason to travel to Iran as a solo female traveler is to discover it for yourself. Experience the warmth and camaraderie of the people, see intricately detailed architecture and well-preserved ancient history, taste some of best food you’ll ever eat. Traveling in Iran is a true adventure for a solo female traveler. There is so much beauty here – and best of all, it’s largely undiscovered by tourists.
Home to a multiple UNESCO Heritage sites, you can also add mosques with stained glass windows and richly patterned turquoise tiles drenched in sunlight to your list of things to see. With a rich history – accessible without long queues, Iran will amaze, humble, and leave you with stories to tell until you visit again. See Iran through the eyes of your female guides, visiting women-only spaces and speaking freely about life as a woman in Iran.
Must Eat Dishes
- Rice and tahdig: a side served often with a crisp layer of potato at the bottom
- Chelo: a classic meat and rice dish
Ashe reshteh: soup with noodles, chickpeas, lentils, pinto beans, yoghurt, fried onions plus mint oil served on Iranian New Years
Best Experiences
- Join a Zoroastrian family for lunch in their home
- Visit UNESCO Heritage sites unseen by many travelers
- Be invited into women-only spaces and hear stories the news doesn’t tell you
Top Sites
- Persepolis
- Golestan Palace
Nasir ol-Molk Mosque
Need to know about Iran
- Iran has a hot, dry climate with hot summers and short cool winters, although the weather varies geographically.
- The official language in Iran is Persian
- Currency in Iran is the Iranian rial
SOLO FEMALE TRAVEL in Iran
For US, AUS, and UK nationalities, travel in Iran is only possible with a dedicated guide and a long visa application process. However, it is still well worth a visit! Women must adhere to local laws that require loose clothing and keeping your head covered. When you travel with us, we will guide you through the visa process step by step and make sure you are fully prepared for your adventure in Iran.
