FAQ

The official language in Iran is Persian.
English is not a native language for Iranian. But it is the second most common language learned and spoken in Iran.
It is almost widely spoken, especially by younger people.

The currency in Iran is the Iranian Rial (IRR). 

You can exchange money in all the big cities in Iran. You can visit a bank or currency exchange shops.

Iran is very much a cash economy. This means travelers can't use debit or credit cards while in Iran. A handful of tourist-orientated shops accept credit cards.

US dollars, Euros, Australian Dollars, and British Pound are accepted at Iranian banks and money-changers. Having those notes changed into Iranian Rial is a fairly simple exercise.

To enter Iran, you have to present your identification document passport. And, depending on your country of origin, a stamped visa.

Most foreign visitors require a visa to enter Iran. With My Iran Tour this is definitely NOT frustrating and stressful process, it takes from 1-2 weeks. The cost of a visa also varies dependent on your nationality. It approximately costs somewhere around 100-180EUR depending if you get a visa before departure or on arrival.
Iranian visas are issued in a two-step process and this will differ according to your nationality.
1. A reference code for your visa must be issued by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs which we arrange that for you after obtaining your Passport colored scan and visa form which is filled by you.
2. A visa for your passport must then be obtained at an Iranian Embassy once the reference code has been issued, or on arrival (depending on your nationality).
If you are travelling on UK, USA or CANADIAN passport please be aware that your visa process can take longer due to government regulations. Please check that you will have sufficient time to obtain a visa before departure.

1.5 liters of water = 0.30 Euro (50.000 Rial)
Basic Lunch = 5-8 Euro  (1.500.000-2.300.000 Rial)
Cup of coffee = 1-3 Euro (300.000-900.000 Rial)
Short taxi ride = 1-3 Euro (300.000-900.000 Rial)

Tips are not obligatory but are often expected, particularly for Guiding Service, in Cafes, Hotels and restaurants.

The Iranian dress codes requires women to have their legs covered down until the ankles and wear loose tunics or coats that cover their lower waist and have long sleeves. Against the common myth, skinny pants and leggings are very common in Iran. Man are allowed to wear short sleeves shirts and trousers. Short sleeve pants are not recommended in cities but beaches. Having slippers and sandals are ok during traveling.

In the larger towns the system of communication, public transport, is well-organized. Buses and Train have access to most parts of the urban built-up areas.
Ticket for travel can be bought in ticket vending machines or from ticket offices which are located at stops. 

Electricity in Iran is supplied at 220 to 240 volts – if your device doesn’t accept these parameters, you will need a voltage converter. Iranian sockets are designed to accept two round prongs – we recommend you bring a travel adapter with you, in case your plug has a different shape.

To have an access to internet you may need to buy Iranian tourist sim card, although in all hotels and most cafes you will have free internet access.

some Websites and applications like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Telegram are banned in Iran, however you will be able to have an access by having a vpn account as all Iranian have.

Squat toilets are the most common variety in Iran, although flushable western-style toilets can be found in some tourist areas and Almost all hotels. Its recommended to have your own supply of toilet paper and soap out of hotels.

Iran is located in a warm and dry climate zone. June, July and August are the hottest and sunniest months of the year. This is the best time to visit west and North west. In April, May, September and October the weather is good for walks, both in the city and in the country sides - the sun is not as harsh as in summer, the average temperature is around 15-20 °C. In October, November and March, the weather is changeable. There are both warm, sunny and cold, rainy days. Winters in Iran are really, usually, the temperature ranges from -5  to + 5 °C. There are winter seasons are the best time to go to mountains to ski or flying to south Islands with average temperature of 15-20 °C.

Iran is located in the Middle East Time zone (GMT + 03:30).

If you are calling into Iran, the dialing code is +98

• 10 Feb Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
• 2 Mar Martyrdom of Hazrat Fatemah
• 19 Mar Oil Nationalisation Day
• 21 Mar Noruz (Iranian New Year)
• 22 Mar Noruz
• 23 Mar Noruz
• 24 Mar Noruz
• 1 Apr Islamic Republic Day
• 2 Apr Sizdehbedar (Nature Day)
• 11 Apr Imam Ali's Birthday
• 25 Apr The Prophet's Acension
• 12 May Imam Mahdi's Birthday
• 4 Jun Demise of Imam Khomeini
• 5 Jun Khordad National Uprising (1963)
• 16 Jun Martyrdom of Imam Ali
• 26 Jun Eid Al-Fitr
• 27 Jun Eid Al-Fitr
• 20 Jul Martyrdom of Imam Sadeq
• 1 Sep Eid Al-Ghorban
• 9 Sep Eid Al-Ghadir
• 30 Sep Tassoua
• 1 Oct Ashura
• 10 Nov Arbaeen
• 19 Nov Martyrdom of Imam Reza
• 6 Dec Birthday of Muhammad

Most Supermarkets are open every day from 8:00 to 23:00. The remaining stores have shorter opening hours (they usually open around 9.00-10.00 and close around 21.00-22.00). Fridays are non-trade days. You can make emergency purchases on 24/7 Supermarkets and Pharmacies.

110 is the emergency number that can be called from a landline or mobile phone throughout Iran. By calling the emergency number 112, i.e. to the Emergency Notification Center, you will be redirected to the appropriate services - the police, ambulance or fire brigade.

We are specializing in tailor-made individual or group tours from budget to luxury, from one day to one month and beyond, and from local to country-wide. We offer real value and quality services with a reliable, professional touch personally designed around your requirements of budget, sights, activities and destinations.

After receiving the customer's inquiry, we usually reply within 8 hours to 1 day.

Trips can be booked by e-mail, or via the contact form on our website.

Confirmation of the booking and its guarantee is the acceptance of the terms of sale and payment of the advance.

You can pay for the trip by bank transfer based on the issued invoice.

Cancellation of the trip is possible at any time. Up to 1-2 month before your tour being started there is no cancelation Penalty. Less than 1 month it would be 30-50 percent base on our cancelation policy.

We recommend choosing such a solution because the guide care from the beginning to the end of the trip guarantees a peaceful and enjoyable rest. However, if you want to coordinate the trip, it is possible to resign from the pilot and use only the services of guides at the destination of the trip.

Usually, we offer our clients accommodation with breakfast served in the form of a buffet in the accommodation facility. It is also possible to order a two- or three-course lunch or dinner. We also offer dinner with a culinary workshop or homemade dinning with local families.

Tips are not included. Tipping is voluntary. We recommend that you take a certain amount to cover the tips throughout the tour.

It is extremely important that you inform the tour operator immediately if you feel there is an incompatibility with the tour schedule during your trip. In this way, any errors and irregularities are immediately resolved so that participants can get the most out of their journey. If you notice any unexpected non-conformities after returning home, please write to My Iran Tour agent. A response to the complaint should be expected within 72 hours.

No, the booking of International flights is on the client's side.