Mountain Biking in Eastern Alborz and northern part of Iran central

12 Days

Duration

Moderate

Activity Level

Apr, May, Oct, Nov

Best Months

Adventure Travel

Travel Styles

An adventure Iran MTB tour in two different terrains and regions: high mountains and low altitude desert

TOUR CODE

086-STN-BIK

START

Tehran

FINISH

Tehran

REGION(S)

Mazandaran, Golestan & Semnan provinces

INCLUDED

MEALS: 11 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel: 3 Nights, Local House: 8 Nights
TRANSPORTATION: Private vehicle
All transportation according to the itinerary Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary Meals as indicated in the itinerary English speaking tour guide

NOT INCLUDED

Entry fee for the sites not mentioned in the itinerary
Travel insurance
International airfare
Excess baggage charges
Airport and departure taxes
Any extra hotel costs such as early check in or late checkout
Laundry
Mini bar used in the room
Meals not stipulated in the itinerary
Tips (optional)
Cost of medical immunizations
Bottled water
Phone calls
Any other service not mentioned in the itinerary

Exceptional biking route through spectacular mountain & forest scenery of “Savadkooh” plus central desert of Iran
Crossing two forests of Kiasar & Orost
Passing through Jahan Nama National Park & protected area
7 days mountain biking in the Eastern Alborz Mountain range
One day biking in the northern part of Iran central desert
Visiting special landscape of Iran in non-touristic areas still inhabited
Visiting Badab-e Surt, eye-catching nature scenery of mineral spring compound gas and waters “gassed water”:
Visiting historical and exotic villages of Lajim, Seffied Chah, Rescet, Reza Abaad, Ghaleh Bala
Local home stay & socializing with locals in our biking nights
Exploring of the historical cemetery in Seffied Chah

In this trip we will be biking through the eastern part of Alborz mountain range starting from Tehran by private vehicle to Shirgah in Mazandaran province where biking will start and will finish in Sahroud city in Semnan province. The approximate length of the route is 400 Km with lots of ups & downs. A support vehicle will be with us during the trip carrying luggage and the bikes. The road is a combination of mountains, forests and back roads between villages. We will cross small towns, villages, a variety of different landscapes and ecosystems, historical monuments, old towers, springs and rivers. There will be elevation gain starting with about 300 meters and pedaling close to 2000 meters above sea-level. There will be many spots for excellent views of mountains with snowy peaks depending on the season. In this trip the main activity is mountain biking (moderate to challenging) but you should have enough previous experience to handle the long mountain biking. The accommodation in the fields would be local home stay where possible which means there will be no seat type toilets but there are showers every day to start the next day fresh. The food will be local meals in the villages however during the biking days we arrange package lunch and snacks. Water on the Alborz mountain is drinkable and most of the time we will have access to a spring or other source of water although the support vehicle will carry water plus bits and pieces.

Day 1: Arrival in Tehran

Upon arrival to Tehran an Adventure Iran representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to a comfortable hotel in Tehran. You will check in to a hotel in Tehran. Overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 2: Tehran city tour – brief session with your guide

After breakfast we will have Tehran sightseeing and city tour. We spend the day visiting the capital’s attractions. Before noon we will visit the National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace. In the afternoon we will go to Artists Park “Park-e Honar Mandan” for lunch. You will be able to spend some time walking around the park after lunch visiting its attractions depending on your interest. Most of the times there is painting and photography how/exhibition inside the park as well as a theatre and cinema hall. Also, there are a few good coffee shops for refreshment. Drive back to the hotel. In the late afternoon, you have a session with your guide, discuss the tour ahead, short briefing in order to give you the necessary information and having a chat about the journey. There should be time to check bikes and spare parts with our expert. Overnight stay at your hotel. (B)

Day 3:1st day biking

Depart at 5.00 A.M and drive towards north east through Firooz Kuh road.Biking will last till late afternoon. will stay overnight at local home. (B, L, D)

Day 4: 2nd day biking

After checking bikes we will start biking at 7.00 A.M. will stay overnight at local home. (B, L, D)

Day 5: 3rd day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local home. (B, L, D)

Day 6: 4th day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local home. (B, L, D)

Day 7: 5th day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local home. (B, L, D)

Day 8: 6th day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local house. (B, L, D)

Day 9: 7th day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local house. (B, L, D)

Day 10:8th day biking

Biking day.Overnight stay in a local house. (B, L, D)

Day 11:hiking around Touran Park - Tehran

Today is rest day “non biking day” but it will be an exploring day to see a village and walking around the park. After breakfast we drive to the National Park and start trekking around the park. We have a couple of hours hiking and maybe we see a few wild mammals there. We have approximately 4 to 5 hours trekking. Will come back to the village. In the afternoon we will drive to Tehran. (B, L, D