Happy Nowruz 1404   As the season of renewal begins, we at Adventure Iran wish you a joyful and prosperous Nowruz! 🌸 Spring in Iran is not just a change in season; it’s a celebration of life, growth, and new beginnings. As nature awakens, carpets of wildflowers bloom across the mountains, rivers flow with

Happy New Year 2025 from Adventure Iran! As we step into the New Year, all of us at Adventure Iran would like to extend our warmest wishes to our valued travelers and adventure enthusiasts around the world. May 2025 bring you joy, health, and endless opportunities to explore, discover, and connect with the wonders of

Merry Christmas from the Snowy Peaks of Iran’s Alborz Mountains   Merry Christmas from Adventure Iran As the festive season blankets the world in joy and celebration, here at Adventure Iran, we find the perfect setting to embrace the magic of Christmas in the heart of the Alborz Mountains. With their snow-covered peaks glistening under

Yalda Night in Iran: A Celebration of Light and Warmth Yalda Night, also known as Shab-e Yalda, is one of Iran’s most cherished celebrations. It marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year, when families gather to honor ancient traditions of light, hope, and togetherness. For travelers exploring Iran, experiencing Yalda Night is

Kooch: The Epic Journey of Iran’s Nomads Introduction to Kooch The word “Kooch” (کوچ) is a Persian term that translates to “migration” or “nomadic journey.” In the context of Iranian culture, it specifically refers to the seasonal migration of nomadic tribes, who move with their livestock between summer and winter pastures in search of greener

Happy Persian New Year from Adventure Iran! As the vibrant colors of spring paint the landscape and the fragrance of blossoms fills the air, we at Adventure Iran extend our warmest wishes for a joyous Persian New Year to all our friends, travelers, and adventurers! Nowruz, or the Persian New Year, marks the beginning of

Yalda Celebrations Embracing the Longest Night in Iranian Culture   Greetings, Cultural Explorers! Step into the radiant embrace of Yalda Night, a celebration that transcends time and connects us to ancient Persian traditions and the roots of Zoroastrianism. Join us on a journey through the luminous tapestry of Yalda Night, where each moment is a

Kurdish Festival of Pir Shaliar Introduction Pir Shaliar, also written Pir-e Shalyar, is one of the historical Iranian ceremonies which take place in the Kurdish region of Iran. Iranian Kurdistan is one of the most active provinces with a lot of activities. The instruments of Daf and Tanbor (Tanbur) were born in the Kurdish regions

Busiest Travel Days of Iran Holiday Season  Why you should NOT consider your travel holiday during the busiest holidays in Iran! Iranians travel a lot in Iran and the number of domestic tours is increasing every year. Some travelers travel by themselves and some of them use local travel agencies or tour operators for their

Iranian Ancient holidays versus the Muslim holidays Iran has 22 days of official national holidays which are marked in our Shamshi calendar and more unofficial holidays that most domestic travelers use for their holiday time. Some of the occasions date back to Ancient Persia to the Zoroastrian important events such as Persian New Year (Nowrooz)