English-speaking Iran Tour Guide, Travel Consultant & Photographer
Vahid is the founder of LetsVisitPersia, a travel writer, and an Iran tourism enthusiast who shares firsthand experiences and stories to help travelers discover the authentic side of Iran.
Iran is much more than its famous landmarks. Beyond Persepolis, Isfahan, and Tehran lies a country filled with remote villages, ancient traditions, breathtaking landscapes, nomadic communities, and some of the warmest people you will ever meet.
My mission is simple: to help travelers discover the authentic side of Iran through meaningful experiences rather than ordinary sightseeing.
The real beauty of Iran is not only found in its monuments but also in its people, traditions, and everyday life.
My name is Vahid Shokoohi, and I was born in Shiraz, one of Iran’s most historic cities. My passion for travel and discovering new places led me to begin my career in tourism in 2011 as an English-speaking tour guide.
That decision became the starting point of a journey that has taken me across almost every corner of Iran.
I have traveled far beyond the country’s famous attractions, exploring remote villages, hidden valleys, deserts, mountains, forests, and places that many travelers never have the chance to visit.
These journeys were never simply part of my job. They were personal adventures that allowed me to experience Iran firsthand and understand its incredible diversity.
As my experience grew, I developed a passion for professional travel photography to share Iran’s beauty with people around the world. Later, I expanded my work into travel content creation and collaborated with several well-known travel agencies in Shiraz, helping introduce authentic Iranian experiences to international travelers.
Today, everything I recommend is based on places I have personally visited and experienced.
After more than fifteen years of continuous experience in Iran’s inbound tourism industry, I understand what international travelers are truly looking for.
Designing personalized itineraries has become one of my greatest strengths.
Instead of offering standard travel packages, I create journeys that match each traveler’s interests, travel style, budget, and expectations.
Because I have personally explored many destinations throughout Iran, I can recommend experiences that most visitors would never discover on their own.
Whether before your trip or while you are traveling in Iran, you can always expect honest advice, practical guidance, and recommendations tailored specifically to you.
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Cultural Knowledge
Years of traveling throughout Iran have given me firsthand knowledge of the country’s diverse cultures, traditions, ethnic communities, and local lifestyles. This allows me to design experiences that go far beyond guidebooks.
Local Connections
One of the greatest advantages of my work is the relationships I have built with local families, hosts, and communities across Iran. These connections allow travelers to experience genuine Iranian hospitality and enjoy authentic cultural encounters that are difficult to arrange independently.
Custom Tour Design
Every traveler is different. I specialize in designing tailor-made itineraries that combine famous attractions with hidden destinations, creating balanced journeys based on your personal interests.
Travel Consulting
Finding Iran’s hidden gems can be challenging for first-time visitors. I help travelers discover lesser-known places and authentic local experiences that transform a normal vacation into an unforgettable adventure.
Travel Photography & Storytelling
My passion for photography has always been about more than taking beautiful pictures. Through my camera, I document Iran’s landscapes, ancient ceremonies, traditional lifestyles, and cultural heritage, helping travelers better understand what makes this country so unique.
Many people know Iran because of places like Persepolis, Isfahan, or Tehran. But Iran offers so much more.
Its extraordinary diversity means you can experience towering mountains, lush forests, vast deserts, picturesque villages, authentic nomadic life, ancient history, vibrant local cultures, and unforgettable hospitality all within one country.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of guiding travelers from around the world, many of whom have shared their experiences on TripAdvisor and Trustpilot.
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I believe travel has the power to change the way we see the world. It helps us understand different cultures, appreciate nature, and build meaningful human connections.
That is why I have always believed the best way to discover Iran is through its people not simply through its famous attractions.
My goal is to share my own experiences with travelers from around the world and help them experience Iran in the most authentic way possible, regardless of their budget or travel style.
My favorite tours focus on experiences that reveal the lesser-known side of Iran, including:
Alongside these experiences, I also assist travelers with obtaining an Iran visa as smoothly, quickly, and cost-effectively as possible.
Meeting people from different countries and learning about their cultures continues to inspire me every day. The most rewarding part of my work is seeing travelers become lifelong friends.
Many of the people I have guided through Iran still keep in touch years later, sharing memories of their journeys and planning future adventures.
When you leave Iran, I hope you take home much more than photographs.
I hope you leave with unforgettable experiences, genuine friendships, and a completely new perspective on this remarkable country.
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