Tour Type

Cultural
Historical

Varzaneh City Tour

Tour Duration: 1 Day
Customizable: Yes

One Day Tour

Enjoy Natural and Cultural attractions of Varzaneh city

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Varzaneh City Tour

Welcome to Varzaneh: Iran's magical Desert

Located 100 kilometers east of Isfahan province. Varzaneh is a small town offering a distinctive desert experience like nowhere else.

Although generally overshadowed by more famous names like Yazd or Kashan, Varzaneh stands out in its integration of history, culture, and nature, all within easy reach of Isfahan.

With its women wearing white, ancient traditions, and proximity to such dramatic nature as sand dunes and salt lakes, Varzaneh is a great option for curious travelers who want to venture off the beaten path.

What Makes Varzaneh So Special?

Unlike most other Iranian desert towns, Varzaneh has preserved its age-old traditions in everyday life.

Women still wear their traditional all-white chadors, a local custom unique to this city. Farmers still use time-honored methods of pumping water out of subterranean qanats using animals.

Highlights of Varzaneh City Tour

Our daily Varzaneh City Tour is a fantastic mix of nature walks and cultural experiences.

Here are what you can expect:

Historical & Cultural Attractions:

Gav Chah (Ox-well System): An outstanding sample of old technology for drawing water. Learn how individuals utilized animals to bring water from deep wells for centuries.

The Old Bridge of Varzaneh: A centuries-old bridge made of mud-bricks that once connected trade routes in the region.

Traditional Guesthouse Visit: Experience the hospitality of the locals and see a restored caravanserai-style home.

Ghoortan Citadel: An adobe fortress near the Zayandeh-Rood river that is a thousand years old. One of the best-preserved instances of desert architecture in Iran.

Friday Mosque (Masjed Jame’): Plain but poignant and of local interest and historical significance.

Natural Wonders:

Salt Lake of Varzaneh: Just 15 km outside the city, this surreal white landscape unfolds to the horizon, a nature lover’s and photographer’s paradise.

Sand Dunes: Golden dunes stretch just south of the city, providing opportunities for walking, sandboarding, or simply relaxing to watch the sun set.

Varzaneh City Tour , Sample Full-Day Itinerary

Flexible timing according to season, weather, and guest interest.

Start from Isfahan or your Varzaneh guesthouse.
Go to Gav Chah to see the ox-well in operation.
Visit the citadel and the Caravanserai
Rest and tea at a local guesthouse
Lunch of homemade traditional Persian food
Go to the Salt Lake and time for photography and walking
Drive toward the sand dunes to enjoy sunset, and optional sandboarding
Drive back to the city or proceed to Ghoortan Citadel (optional)
Drop-off at the hotel

No matter if you are coming from beautiful Isfahan toward Yazd historical city or the opposite direction, Varzaneh could be a great Tourist spot to stop by and enjoy its natural and cultural attractions.

Varzaneh city is located 105 km southeast of Isfahan and 240 km away from Yazd.

This is a mixture of cultural and adventure tours.

Besides enjoying the natural attractions of Varzaneh city such as its beautiful desert and Wetland, you will see how people adapted to living in the desert and how incredibly they use the precious water.

Do not forget to bring proper trekking clothes and shoes, sunscreen, and a camera to capture your amazing memories.

Iran is an incredible country filled with history and culture, The people are welcoming and heartwarming towards tourists, and strangers. Don’t let some powerful men influence you on what Iran actually is, go see for yourself and enjoy this new destination. it’s worth every penny. This trip is 100% recommended for anybody families, friends’ groups, young and not so young, anybody really.

Roque from Spain

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Who Is This Tour For?

This tour is ideal for:

Travelers who are interested in rural Iranian life and ancient culture.
Those who would prefer to see the desert without a long, exhausting drive.
People who are enthusiasts of photography and peaceful natural landscapes.
Individuals who want less tourism and more authenticity in their Iranian experience.
Solo travelers, couples’ getaways, small groups, and family trips.

I didn’t realize how much culture and hospitality Varzaneh was going to have. It was the most relaxing day of our entire Iran journey.”

Sofia from Italy

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Included (optional)

* The duration of Varzaneh City Tour Package is 8 hours.

* The start and end of tour is your desired place in Varzaneh.

* You are able to create a customized tour based on your interests.

Ready to experience the extraordinary?

Varzaneh invites you to a different rhythm of life, one where nature, tradition, and hospitality create memories that will stay with you forever.

VARZANEH CITY TOUR

Varzaneh City Tour

Various attractions you can enjoy in this deserted city:

Gavkhuni Wetland
Khargoshi Caravanserai
Gav Chah (Ox Well) Traditional well
Varzaneh Desert and its stunning sand dunes which are from 5-62 m high
Vast snow-white Salt Lake
Ghortan Citadel
Pigeon Tower

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