8 Day itinerary in Iran, Middle East
Adventures Trekking To Damavand & Alam Kouh Mountain
A challenging but enjoyable climb to the Asia's highest volcano; observing wildlife and a frozen waterfall, a rejuvenating mineral bath after a memorable climb. Damavand, 5671 m, is the highest mountain in Iran and Middle East, and also the highest volcanic peak in Asia. Mount Damavand, located 70 k... Read More
By Samira
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English, Turkish
GUIDANCE
Tour Guide
starting point
Tehran
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Hiking
Rural home stays
Indigenous culture
Visit markets
Meet local people
Travel with Purpose
Outdoors & Nature
Food & Drink
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Climb the Asia's highest volcano
Overnights in some nice camps
Enjoy Alborz Mountains marvelous nature
Visit landmarks of Tehran
Climb the Asia's highest volcano
Overnights in some nice camps
Enjoy Alborz Mountains marvelous nature
Visit landmarks of Tehran
Itinerary
Tourist class
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Tehran to Vandarbon
Tehran -Kelardasht – Vandar Bon Shelter (215km) Drive to Kelardasht via one of the most scenic roads in Iran, i.e. Chalous Road move out towards Roudbarak and Vandarbon, rural areas with wonderful landscapes and breathtaking nature. Overnight at Vandar Bone Tourist Shelter.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Vandar Bone to Hesar Chal Camp
Vandar Bone- Tangeh Galo- Hesar Chal We use 4WD vehicles to get to scenic valley of Tang-e Galo (15 km). From there, we start climbing to get to Hesar Chal Camp at 4100 altitude at the proximity of Hesar chal Lake. Overnight in tent.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Climbing to the Alam Kouh Peak
Today, we attempt the 4850 m peak of Alam Kouh. It is the second highest peak in Iran after Damavand Mountain. The peak is famous for its northern wall making it a perfect place for rock climbing in Iran. Having touched the peak and experienced the view, we climb down to the Hesarchal Camp. Hesrachal Camp overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Hesar Chal- Tangel Galo – Polour Shelter
Today, we have a hill and forest trekking to get down to Tang-e Galo. Then, we get on our 4WD vehicles to drive back to Vandar Bon and then drive on to Damavand range 267 Km to get to Plour, Overnight at Plour tourist Shelter.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Plour shelter- Gosfand Sara – Bargaheh Sevom
Using 4WD vehicles, we drive to Gousfand Sara Camp at the altitude of 3050m. Then, we climb up to Bargah-e Sevom Shelter (4200 m) and stay the night in the shelter. Shelter overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Climbing peak – Bargaheh Sevom
Early in the morning we attempt the peak at 5671m. Then, we climb down to Barghaheh Sevom Shelter. Bargaheh Sevom Shelter overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Bargaheh Sevom – Rineh
Climb Down and drive to Rineh, Overnight at Rineh Tourist Shelter.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Rineh – Tehran
Drive about 120 Km to get to Tehran, check in hotel. Take rest. Then Have Tehran Sightseeing, including Golestan palce, National Museum and Bazzar according to time and interest. Tehran overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Meals
- Breakfast (8)
- Lunch (7)
- Dinner (7)
Transport
- Airport to/ from hotel
Activities
- Climbing the first and second highest peaks of Iran
- camping in the shelters through the mount
Extras
- Iran visa invitation letter
- 24 hours local support
About Samira
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Hiking
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Visit markets
Meet local people
Rural home stays
Indigenous culture
Wellness retreat
Travel with Purpose
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Food & Drink
Outdoors & Nature
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$1,319.00 USD