The avantages of Private Tours in

IRAN

1. Personalized Trip Advice/Recommendations

The information you usually see on the advertising for group tours only gives you a general idea and may not answer your specific questions about the trip. They are designed to encourage readers to book tours. One of the advantages of having a private tour is having a travel consultant who can double as your private guide, giving you personalized and reliable recommendations regarding your itinerary, accommodation, places of interest, climate information, and tourist traps etc. These are based on your particular interests and expectation of the trip. The good thing is that he will take responsibility for the information he provides, because he knows that you are making your decisions based on this info. Being aware of this responsibility, the consultant will take maximum care in providing reliable and trustworthy information, whereas a tour company may try to persuade a traveler into what best suits the company. Read more
Good information will have a big impact on all your travel decisions, such as what to see and how long a visit might take. I remember a client of mine had planned to visit Rudkhan castle with a quick stop between Qazvin and Rasht, supposing that it would take half an hour. Apparently, he was misled by google maps. What he did not know was that it can take a day to summit the forest covered mountain to visit the fortress, not to mention that it is also very physically demanding. Having a reliable source to base your decisions on is invaluable, especially when it comes to accommodation, which often doesn’t live up to its advertising or Trip Advisor reviews. Read less
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2. Tailor Made Tours

If you have been on a group tour, you will have certainly experienced that at least some part of the tour is not what you hoped for but you could change very little. It’s disappointing to feel chained to a strict itinerary, certain hotels, schedule and everything else without any room for customization.

Taking all this into consideration, the best part of a private tour is the flexibility to tailor your trip to your unique interests and preferences. Read more

Personalization is not limited to building the itinerary; it can apply to all aspects of the trip including the choice of accommodation, dining options, travel dates and flights etc. For example, you can choose from several hotel or restaurant options in each city, whereas when you travel with a group you have no control over these options (and sometimes not even the dish you want to order). The tailor-made option becomes much more important for those travelers who have particular requirements or needs. I am referring to those with, for example, specific health requirements (disability or special medication) particular diets (vegetarian, vegan or gluten free), particular emotional status (fear, shyness, claustrophobia), or special requests or interests (visiting animal shelters or nursing homes). A private tour is by far the best option for these special interest travelers. Read less

3. Your Choice of Company

Although you might have similar interests with other members when travelling with a group, it is inevitable you will share time and space with people who have strange ideas, behavior and requests. They will be with you on every occasion, such as having a meal, visiting sites and shopping etc. Hence, it is not surprising to see some personality clashes. Read more

Sometimes, you have to listen to a talkative fellow traveler’s boring stories or negative comments regarding some aspects of the tour, or hear about their other travel adventures over and over again. Obviously, none of this is a problem on a private tour where you have control over your environment and agenda.  Read less
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4. Discovering Hidden Gems/Events

Even if by some chance you find a group tour which satisfies your interests, it is almost impossible to explore the ‘hidden gems’ (the secret places that most visitors don’t know about) because these tours usually include only the popular tourist spots which require minimum effort and arranging for the tour company. It is a given that a visit to a remote village, a traditional teahouse, a local market, or spending a day with a nomadic tribe in the mountains will give you a real taste of the country you are exploring.

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This is another example of how a private tour can add an extra dimension to your experience; you will have access to and see sights that you wouldn’t be able to see if you were on a group tour or even when traveling by yourself. So, if you love searching beyond the obvious or going off the beaten track, your tour designer will plan to take you on an inspiring journey that no guidebook can really compare with. Read less

5. Flexibility

If you value flexibility, a tour group will not be your best choice. Firstly, you have a schedule to stick to which is quite restrictive. You are expected to start and finish the tour and have your meals at certain times regardless of your personal circumstance. On a private tour you have a flexible timetable. You can ask your guide if he can start the tour earlier or later the next day if you feel tired, for example. Rest assured that he will willingly comply.

Secondly, you have no control over time spent on each activity. On the one hand, lack of free time sometimes makes the whole experience feel rushed. Conversely, some activities are too relaxed and this can result in spending hours somewhere that is of little interest to you. Read more

This is another example of how a private tour can add an extra dimension to your experience; you will have access to and see sights that you wouldn’t be able to see if you were on a group tour or even when traveling by yourself. So, if you love searching beyond the obvious or going off the beaten track, your tour designer will plan to take you on an inspiring journey that no guidebook can really compare with. Read less
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6. Meeting the locals – a richer & deeper travel experience

Locals are always aware of what matters to travelers thirsty for culture. Usually in group tours you don’t get the chance to hang out with locals because these tours are normally business focused and not designed to give an authentic experience of culture.

On the other hand, you have an excellent opportunity to mingle with the locals and share experiences through a private guide who is the best link.

I often observe my clients being on the lookout for opportunities to make meaningful contact with local people during their trip to Iran but they are hesitant, and don’t not know how to break the ice. Your guide can easily bridge the gap by helping you engage with the local community on a meaningful level and allow you to get a life-changing cultural experience. Read more

This is another example of how a private tour can add an extra dimension to your experience; you will have access to and see sights that you wouldn’t be able to see if you were on a group tour or even when traveling by yourself. So, if you love searching beyond the obvious or going off the beaten track, your tour designer will plan to take you on an inspiring journey that no guidebook can really compare with. Read less

7. Private Transportation Services

Private transport will naturally bring more comfort. If you want a spontaneous stop on the road for coffee, a comfort stop or to take a picture of the beautiful scenery, just ask.  If you feel a bit too cold you can turn the air-conditioning down without having to worry about how others might feel. This advantage is particularly helpful if you have kids, older people or family members with specific needs.

You have more luggage allowance when you have private transportation, and generally don’t have to worry about bag sizes because all the car space is yours. Read more

Private transportation can also help you make efficient use of time. If you have limited time or a crammed itinerary, it’s easy to feel the need to go from one attraction to the other in a way that makes every minute count. Private transportation is what you need to maximize your time and at the same time make sure that you visit as many places as possible without ruining the joy of the trip. In many countries a car is the fastest way of navigate between cities and a good way to avoid traffic jams in down town compared with buses. Read less
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8. Immediate and Consistent Support for Unexpected Problems

Occasionally things can go wrong on a trip. I have seen and experienced instances where travelers have faced stressful situations. In group tours there is little possibility/willingness of dealing with an individual’s unexpected problem as the guide has to inconvenience the whole group to do so. For example, imagine you lost your cellphone but the tour cannot stop to do a thorough search as, not only is it wasting the other group members valuable time, it also effects arrangements such as restaurant reservations. However, on a private tour you will get instant and constant support. Moreover, they can also make any rearrangements/rescheduling if necessary, so that you miss nothing on the itinerary. Read more

I remember, for example, when two Australian clients of mine arrived at the airport on a connection flight from Berlin. They sat at baggage claim for an hour without seeing their luggage come through. They soon realized the airline had lost not only theirs, but many other passengers’ luggage! They submitted a report and filed a claim, giving their hotel address in Tehran, hoping their bags would arrive soon. We had to start the trip the next day, which meant we would have to be moving from one destination to the other. I rearranged the itinerary and the hotel bookings for the next 2 days, by which time I had managed to get their luggage. The point being that on a private tour, the whole team does everything they can so that you enjoy your trip without having to think too much about any problems. Read less

9. Value for Money

You may think that booking a private tour is not cost effective but this is a fallacy. The initial cost may be a few more dollars, but the savings once you are in the country will more than likely compensate for this. There are many ways that a private tour can decrease your expenses.  Read more

For example, your guide can help you to negotiate better exchange rates for your cash, and help avoid drivers who try to charge more than they should. You will soon realize that a private tour is the best value for money. Read less

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10. Experiencing the Local Cuisine

All over the world food experiences are a great way to learn about culture and cuisine, especially in countries like Iran, which to a large extent has not been westernized. Read more

On a private tour you have a much better chance of experiencing and learning about the local cuisine of a country. Your guide can take you to the best local traditional restaurants, including any restaurant you have chosen yourself. This does not happen on group tours as the manager plans to go to a specific restaurant (sometimes with a predetermined menu). Also, on private tours there is the possibility of a home-cooked meal with a local family. Also see “Iranian FoodRead less

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My name is Moein and I am an experienced licensed tour manager and guide. I am familiar with all places and events in Iran and committed to ensuring your time with me is a well-balanced mix of wonder, education and fun.