As there is not a lot of travel information available about travelling alone as a girl in Iran, so Solo female tourist in iran the ultimate guide for you and by so we assure you will meet other women traveling alone in IRAN.
PLANNING A TRIP AS A SOLO FEMALE TOURIST IN IRAN
Most of the people think Iran is not a safe place to travel and even confuse Iran with Iraq. From our point of view, Iran is the best option in the Middle East for a woman to travel alone. People may stare at you because they are curious and for some of them it is not common to see a girl from any other country travelling alone. But people are very kind and hospitable and don’t have bad intentions.
TRAVELING AROUND IRAN DURING RAMADAM
Iran is a Muslim country. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day, say several prayers and then break their fast with a special evening meal. The dates for Ramadan are based on the Islamic lunar calendar and depend on the traditional sighting of the crescent moon by eye. Travelling around Iran during Ramadam is quite an experience. Unfortunately, you might not get the chance to eat as many traditional dishes as you want, because during the day everything is closed and you are not allowed to eat or drink anything in public during the day. This can be tough in some cities because the temperature is extremely high, but it is a good way to explore and understand even better the culture of the place you are visiting.
Traveling around Iran is safe and easy. You can always take a bus or taxi without a problem. Buses provide a seat reservation and the driver will rearrange the passengers so that no woman sits next to an unknown man. So get ready to change your seat several times in a journey. Accommodation in Iran is easy to find. It is always possible to book a hotel or hostel before arriving to each destination. But nowadays Coach Surfing is becoming very popular and it is the best way to find accommodation with local hosts and discover nearby events.
HOW TO DRESS IN IRAN
How to dress is the most controversial part of solo female travel in Iran. You need to have your hair and body covered every time you are outside in the public even in the common areas of the hotel. You have to cover your hair, arms and legs, but your feet can be bare. There will be times when it is challenging to wear all these clothes when it is really hot outside in some cities, but still a great experience. Try not to use tight clothes. You can wear any color, be colorful.
PLACES TO VISIT IN IRAN
1) SHIRAZ
Shiraz, the cultural capital of Iran and is known as the city of flowers. The city’s beautiful gardens are renowned worldwide and visitors always leave this city with beautiful memories. When in Shiraz, Persepolis is a must see site.
Persepolis was once the richest city on Earth and was founded more than two and a half thousand years ago. The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archeological site, which is also classified as a Unesco World Heritage Site. The best way to get there is to share a taxi or book a tour with your hotel. Not only tourists, but also locals plan to visit the famous ruins so it won’t be difficult to find company when going there.
You might also get the opportunity to spend couple of days with a Qashqai family. The Qashqai are a nomadic tribe in Iran of Turkic ethnic origins. They mainly live around the city of Shiraz. For centuries, they have been renowned across Iran for their pile carpets and have always claimed a very specific identity. The hotels in Shiraz can help to contact a Qashqai family. It is an amazing and incredible experience to live with them. Playing with the children, help to cook dinner and sleep overnight in a tent.
2) ISFAHAN
Esfahan is one of the most beautiful and historical cities in the world. The city has many marvels of Persian architecture and it is so beautiful that it has been nicknamed “Nesfeh Jahan”, which means “half of the world”, saying that if you see Isfahan, you have already seen half of the beauties of the world. The stunning mosques and palaces of Isfahan are among the most beautiful and interesting sites in the world. You can also walk along the several ancient bridges. However, as a result of a drought, there is usually no water in the river. The Vank Cathedral is a popular destination. The interior is covered with fine paintings and gilded carvings.
Between Isfahan and Kashan, there is a town called Abyaneh. To get there you can take a taxi from Isfahan. Characterized by a peculiar reddish hue, the village is one of the oldest in Iran. The houses in Abyaneh are built of mud and straw are stepped into the hillside. Its culture, traditions, costumes and dialect are unlike anywhere else in Iran. Women wear colorful headscarves. As everywhere else in Iran, the people are wonderfully friendly and welcoming.
3) KASHAN
Finding the sites in Kashan is easy due to many dual language signs across the city. Kashan is famous because of its historical houses. These houses are some 18th and 19th century buildings recently restored. There are even some that have been carefully converted to hotels where you can stay during your time in Kashan. A great place to stay is Kamalalmolk Traditional Guest House. It is located in the heart of the city and the owner is so hospitable. Don’t forget to drink some rose water while you are there.
4) TEHRAN
And you can finish your trip in Tehran. It is a big and chaotic city but it deserves at least a few days of your itinerary. Getting around Tehran is not as easy as other cities. That is why we recommend you to stay in a well located hotel where you can walk everywhere or take the metro. Some of the places you can’t miss in Tehran are the Azadi Tower, the National Museum of Iran, the Golestan Palace and of course the Grand Bazaar. You can find almost anything in Bazar and it is the perfect place to buy some souvenirs.
