Several factors can affect the cost of a group tour to Iran. Here, we look at the main expenses you should consider when planning your trip.
Visa: Depending on your nationality, an Iranian tourist visa can cost between €40 and €150. For some nationalities, the cost may be higher or the visa may even be free. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit our [Iran Visa] page.
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance for Iran is generally affordable and reasonably priced. Depending on the traveller’s age, the length of the trip, and other factors, you can expect to pay around €5–35. If you purchase travel insurance in your home country, however, make sure that Iran is explicitly listed as a covered destination on your insurance policy.
Accommodation: Accommodation in Iran is generally more affordable than in many other popular tourist destinations. Moreover, travellers can choose from a wide range of options, including budget accommodation, standard hotels, luxury hotels, and boutique hotels, with prices ranging from around €20 to €300 per night. The season you choose for your trip can also have a significant impact on accommodation prices.
However, boutique hotels are more than just a place to sleep. Many occupy historic buildings with unique architecture and character, making them an experience in their own right. Staying in one can give you the chance to experience the atmosphere and traditional culture of Iran from a different perspective.
Transportation: Thanks to Iran’s relatively low fuel prices, transportation costs are generally lower than in many other parts of the world. Depending on the size of your group, you can travel by private car, van, minibus, or coach. As the number of travellers increases, the cost per person can decrease significantly. On average, private transportation with a driver costs around €70–250 per day.
Tour Guide: If you want a private tour guide to accompany you throughout your trip, you should budget around €60–150 per day. The guide’s experience, language, and group size are among the main factors that determine the daily rate.
Tipping: Contrary to what many people may think, tipping is widely accepted in Iran and, in some situations, expected. The amount, however, depends on the quality of service you receive and your level of satisfaction.
For example, you can tip your tour guide around €5–10 per person per day, while €3–7 per person per day can be appropriate for the driver. At restaurants, you can leave 5–10% of the bill as a tip if you are happy with the food and service. For hotel porters, around €1–2 is generally appropriate.
Airport Transfers: An airport transfer becomes particularly important when your flight arrives or departs outside normal working hours. If your airport transfer takes place during the regular working hours of the day, however, we normally include it in the overall transportation cost of the tour, so you do not need to pay an additional fee.
Some travel expenses are better paid directly by travellers rather than being included in the total tour price. This approach gives you more flexibility and means you only pay for what you actually use or choose during your trip.
My colleagues and I traveled to Iran last October and our trip was very enjoyable. Historical attractions are only a small part of the beauty of a trip to Iran, and for me, tasting Iranian food was the best part of this trip. Many thanks to LetsvitPersia for providing this opportunity.