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PHOTOGRAPHY INVESTIGATION
Discover Amazing
IRAN
with Peter Eastway & Nuran Zorlu 5 – 19 April 2019 and 19 – 26 April 2019
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The Pink Mosque Photo by Peter Eastway
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Discover Amazing Iran – 5-19 April 2019 With Peter Eastway & Nuran Zorlu Closed to casual tourism for decades, the new,
eyes off the amazing landscapes, the bustling
accessible Iran is a modern economy with a
cities and photogenic people. It appears and is
deep history and a wealth of photographic
absolutely fascinating.”
opportunities. Working alongside the Iranian Embassy here This will be the second photo tour of Iran hosted
in Australia, Nuran has developed an exciting
by Peter Eastway and Nuran Zorlu – and the fifth
intinerary that over a fortnight will take us to the
or sixth visit by Nuran who is our expert guide
highlights of Iran.
and cultural historian! Nuran also has a second side trip that continues And you won’t believe how friendly the people
afterwards which he is guiding on his own.
are in Iran. Wrote Peter Eastway, “Every day, at least 20 people would walk up to us, put their hands on
So, here’s your opportunity to join Peter Eastway
their heart and say, ‘Welcome to Iran. I hope you
and Nuran Zorlu on more than just a photography
enjoy visiting my country’. This blew me away and
tour, exploring and discovering the marvels of
is one of the main reasons I’m keen to go back!
Iranian history, architecture, food and culture.
“And of course, there is the photography! When
Bookings and further inquiries via email to Kim
I watch the Australian current affairs programs
Valenti - kim@betterphotography.com
about the Middle East, I find it hard to take my
Modern life in Iran Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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The Travel Program - US $7995 5 – 19 April 2019
magnificent Achaemenids ruins of Persepolis and Pasargadae, the mystical Achaemenid tombs and
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the Sassanian bas-reliefs of Naqsh e Rostam. There
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are no words to describe your feelings when you
We arrive into Shiraz early in the morning where
visit these places. In the evening we will stay in a
our tour will commence. The city of poets, flowers
traditional Iranian desert home.
and wine, Shiraz will captivate you unlike any other city. In the morning, we will be at Nasir al
Day 3, Sirjan
Molk mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque,
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a Vakil complex which comprises a mosque, an
We have quite a few kilometres to travel today,
amazing bazaar and a hammam. We will also
but there we be some sleepy villages on the way
visit Hamza Shrine, another site you have to see
which will give us a great insight to local life in
to believe. We will be visiting the gardens and
Iran. Keep you camera ready! We will arrive at
in the evening, we will be at Hafez’s Garden to
Sirjan mid afternoon where we’ll find the Darvish
photograph this vibrant location and tomb.
Khan Stone garden, a unique clay wind tower and the remains of Sarvestan Palace.
Day 2 , Pasargade 6 April 2019
Day 4, Mahan
After breakfast, we will visit more of Shiraz’s
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picturesque sites before heading out in the
After breakfast, we will drive toward Mahan, a
afternoon to what is arguably Iran’s most
charming desert oasis, but on the way we will visit
important ancient historical monument: the
Kerman, the region’s capital. In Mahan, we will
Statue at Persepolis Photo by Peter Eastway
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have a chance to see the Shah Nimetullah Wali
alleys and walk through some very photogenic
Tomb. This Sufi master’s shrine is very photogenic.
mosques. Later in the afternoon, we will be at the
Then we will be heading into the desert where
Jameeh Mosque of Yazd which houses the tallest
we will farewell the sun. At night we will stay in a
minarets in the country (see our cover photo)
traditional desert house.
and Amir Chakmagh Square to photograph the complex with its namesake. It is the largest of
Day 5, Yazd
its kind. Our dinner will be served at a rooftop
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restaurant.
This morning we will get up early for one of the highlights of our journey and drive to the edge
Day 7 Na’in
of the desert to welcome the sun. After shooting
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sunrise images in a surreal part of Iran, we will
We will wake up early this morning to walk
visit some natural desert formations. Late in the
around Yazd’s narrow alleys. Yazd really is a gem
afternoon, we will arrive into Yazd. Today will be a
and being a desert city far away from everywhere
very long day, but it will be an incredibly fulfilling
has helped preserve its unique urban landscape.
one.
The old town where we are staying is the perfect place to get lost (but not permanently). There
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are a lot of photographic opportunities. After
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breakfast, we will be on the road again. Our next
After breakfast, we will start to explore this
pit stop is Na’in, but before Na’in we will stop over
amazing city. Yazd is an oasis on the border of two
in Meybond to photograph some very unusual
deserts. One of the great features of this town is
buildings; caravanserai, a traditional refrigerator
Zoroastrianism, the oldest surviving monotheistic
and pigeon tower. A short drive will take us to our
religion. We will visit a temple where they kept
next stop, Na’in, which hosts one of the earliest
the eternal fire for centuries, wander down narrow
mosques.
Yazd Alleyways Photo by Peter Eastway
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Day 10, Esfahan
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Day 8, Esfahan
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After breakfast, we will visit the city’s Armenian
After breakfast, we are on our way to Esfahan. This
quarter, New Julfa. There are a number of
city has so much to offer, we will be here for three
Armenian churches to see and photograph. We
days. There is a reason why Iranians call it Naghsh
first visit the Vank Monastery and, time permitting,
e Jahaan, half of the world. We will be spending
a couple of others. When we finish the Armenian
most of the afternoon and the evening at the
quarter, we will return to our hotel. The rest of the
centre of this old city, Meidan Imam. The time you
day is free!
spend in this fantastic location will be another highlight of the trip.
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Day 9, Esfahan
We will be stopping overnight at the spectacular
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village of Abyaneh, the village time forgot to visit.
We will welcome the sun on the banks of the
It is like a living architectural and anthropological
river Zayandeh and then after breakfast, we
museum. We will be photographing the sunset,
will photograph some of the highlights of the
too, where the red mud-brick houses at dusk are
city: Chehel Sotun (40 Pillars), Hasht Behesht (8
amazing.
Paradise) and Jameeh Mosque to name just a few. We will be back to where we started the day,
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photographing photogenic Seasepol bridge at
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dusk.
Today we travel to Kashan, with her unique traditional houses, gardens and bazaar. We will farewell the sun from the roof of one of these traditional houses.
Vank Church Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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the Darband for evening photos and where we are going to have our farewell dinner.
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Day 13, Tehran
Day 15, Departure
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Today we will drive to the nation’s capital, Tehran
The main tour finishes today, but you are
and after check in, we will explore some of her
welcome to join Nuran on an extension journey -
highlights. The first stop will be busy Tehran
which you can read about later in this brochure.
traditional market where the old and new mix so well. It maybe a little chaotic, but it is a great place to explore and take photographs. Then we will visit Tehran’s one and only Golestan Palace. It is a Unesco Heritage Site. The buildings and its magnificent gardens are so photogenic, you are going to find that it is very hard to leave this stunning complex. The Iranian National Museum, not far from the Golestan Palace, will be the next stop. Day 14, Tehran 18th April 2019 Today we will visit Tehran’s sophisticated Northern suburbs. Splendid palaces, tranquil gardens and bustling daily life live hand in hand in this corner of the capital. Late in the afternoon we will be at
Interior at Golestan Palace Photo by Peter Eastway
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Everyone has different ways of learning. For some,
all you have to do is ask. Importantly, you will
it is sitting back and watching an expert at work,
never be made to feel silly because you asked a
noting how he or she positions and uses the
basic question - chances are others in the group
camera, reacts to the light and the weather, or
don’t know the answer either!
interacts with people to achieve the best posing and expression.
Peter and Nuran will be shooting as well. They are just as passionate as you are about photography.
Others like to be given suggestions, to understand
They also feel it is important to practice what they
what the experts are seeing and thinking, and
preach and to show participants what they have
then left to experiment and discover on their own.
captured as the tour/workshop progresses.
They are looking for guidance, but not too much. However, Peter and Nuran are very aware that And yet other photographers like to be shown
their primary role is to act as your instructor and
how to find the photograph, how to compose
guide. And they want you to return on other
the image and what camera settings are required.
workshops and trips, which you will only do if you
They want help with their camera controls
are happy.
and detailed instructions on how to frame and compose.
So, please don’t be shy to ask for help at any time and it will be cheerfully provided with a smile!
Different photographers at different stages require different levels of assistance and that’s fine! Peter and Nuran provide all three levels of interaction,
Jameeh Mosque Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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How Physical Is It?
Bring Your Partner
You don’t need to be super fit to enjoy this
Non-photography partners are most welcome
photography tour. If you can walk along well
to come along, but they will be expected to
maintained tracks, you should have no trouble in
participate on most of the activities. Sometimes
Iran.
we may leave early to take photographs, and then continue on to our next destination.
However, there will be some walking involved when we leave the hotels or the vehicles to get to
However, there will be other mornings when we
the best photographic locations.
will return to the hotel, so if your partner wanted to sleep in, that would certainly be okay!
Sometimes we will only be walking a few hundred metres. Most of the time it is no more than a
What we find is that non-partners really appreciate
kilometre.
our itinerary. Rather than being centred around meal times, it’s based on experiencing the
The weather will also determine what walks
countryside and what it has to offer. It’s a varied
are possible, but at this time of year, we’re not
and exciting program, and whether you’re using a
expecting there to be any major difficulties!
camera or not, the experiences will last a lifetime. And don’t forget Nuran’s additional expertise on history, culture and food! There is something for everyone.
Sheikh Lotfullah Mosque, Esfahan Photo by Peter Eastway
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Peter Eastway G.M. Photog., MNZIPP, Hon FAIPP, HFNZIPP, FAIPP
photography competitions, both as a judge and as an active participant. He judges and speaks
Sydney-based photographer Peter Eastway
internationally on a regular basis.
is a Grand Master of Photography and a twotime winner of the AIPP Australian Professional
Peter’s work has been published internationally
Photographer of the Year. Known best for his
in photography and travel magazines, and he
landscape and travel photography, he has worked
was also the author of the Lonely Planet’s Guide
in most areas of the profession and also loves
to Landscape Photography. His photography has
sport, studio still life, portraiture and wildlife.
featured on the cover of the Lonely Planet’s guide to Australia, an Australian postage stamp, in
Peter is the editor and publisher of Better
articles in the Qantas inflight magazine, and in an
Photography magazine and website, a position
Apple television commercial. And he has worked
that has given him special access to many of
with Phase One researching and promoting its
the world’s leading photographers over the past
Capture One raw processing software, and with
30 years. His ability to communicate both the
Adobe on its Lightroom software.
technical and aesthetic sides of photography makes him a sought-after speaker on the
In 2015 he featured in the National Geographic
international circuit.
Channel’s Tales By Light six-part photography series produced in partnership with Canon, now
Peter was the chairman of the Canon AIPP
showing on Netflix. He is familiar with Canon,
Australian Professional Photography Awards for
Nikon, Fujifilm and Phase One camera systems.
many years and is still involved in all aspects of
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Nuran Zorlu APP, M. Photog.
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and is as enthusiastic as anyone I have met for a country that is making itself more available to
Nuran Zorlu uses his photography not just to earn
tourism.
a living, but for travel, philosophy, sociology and documentation.
“I am a Turkish-born Armenian raising my young Australian family in my adopted home, Sydney.
Nuran was the winner of the AIPP NSW Travel
My love of history takes me back to my native
Photographer of the Year in both 2015 and 2016.
land regularly. I might work as a commercial photographer, but my double majors in
“Although I’m a commercial photographer,
philosophy and sociology, as well as my love of
personal projects like travel are just so important.
history, have led me to documenting cultural
They are the core of my existence, my driving
preservation.
force and they also fulfil my academic side. I always want to learn and photography is a great
“I am an ardent follower of UNESCO’s World
way to expand my understanding of the world.
Heritage program to protect the world’s cultural
With images, I can create a bridge between what
and natural heritage. I know many of the World
I have read about a destination and my direct
Heritage sites well, especially those in Turkey,
experience of it.”
Armenia, Georgia and now Iran.”
After travelling extensively in Turkey, Armenia and
And he’s a nice bloke too! Together with Peter, you
Georgia, Nuran has just returned from a couple
are in the hands of two great hosts.
of visits to Iran, self-published a book about Iran
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The Atacama and Patagonia with Peter Eastway
Camera Equipment For The Expedition
Checklist
Neither Peter nor Nuran are equipment snobs! Yes,
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DSLR or CSC camera recommended
they both use professional equipment, but that’s
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Standard zoom - cover everything
their full time job.
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Wide-angles - as wide as you have
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Telephoto - 300mm is not too long, but a 70-
Here’s an incomplete list of some of the things you may need.
Recommended Camera Stuff
200mm is pretty good too!
So, whether you turn up with the latest DSLR or an older camera you’ve loved for many years, it
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1.4X or 2.0X Converter
really doesn’t matter. However, there are some
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Spare camera battery & battery charger
lenses and accessories that will certainly help you
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Backpack style camera bag
capture a wider range of photographs.
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Tripod (with a quick release plate)
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Plenty of storage cards for your camera
We do recommend you bring everything you
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Polarising filter
think you might need, but not so much you
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Neutral density filters (0.9x, 4.0x optional)
can’t carry it with you. You will be able to leave
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Card reader and cable if necessary
equipment behind in the hotel at any time.
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Laptop computer (Mac or PC)
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External back-up drives
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Photoshop, Lightroom or Capture One
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Mouse or stylus/tablet
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Hat, sunscreen
Bread delivery, Kashan Photo by Peter Eastway
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These terms and conditions relate to the photography tours and workshops organised by Pt 78 Pty Ltd [Pt78], ABN 75 003 152 136, trading as Better Photography, and run by Peter Eastway, the workshop leader, with Nuran Zorlu. Local travel arrangements will be provided by Kalout Eco Tour & Travel Co.
RESERVATIONS Bookings can be made on the Better Photography website at www.betterphotography.com in the online shop, or you can email Kim Valenti at kim@betterphotography.com, or call her on +612 4388 6851. The workshops are limited to a maximum of 12 participants (plus the workshop leaders). A mininum of 6 participants is required for the workshop to run. Workshop places will be confirmed in order of receipt and payment of deposit.
• All breakfasts and dinners. • Water, tea or regular coffee, soft drinks (like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, fruit juice in the can) at lunches and dinners. • All admission fees to the museums and places we visit in the itinerary. • Comfortable A/C van/bus, driver, gas, parking etc.. • Bottled water in the vehicle. The order of the visits and sites to photograph, as well as the itinerary, can be changed depending on the circumstances like weather, light, crowd, availability, closing / opening hours, domestic flight schedule etc… The price does not include: International airfares, lunches, tips to the bell boys at hotels, gratuities to the local guide and the driver, travel insurance.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT PRICE Discover Amazing Iran 2019 14 days / 15 nights 5 – 19 April 2019 US $ 7,995 Single Room Supplement: US $ 390 Deposit to secure place US $ 500 The price includes photographic counsel and all transport from Shiraz to Tehran.
PRICE INCLUDES/EXCLUDES • Accommodation in double/twin rooms in comfortable, 4 star hotels (3.5 stars in Tehran).
Payment details are as follows: 1. A deposit upon booking to reserve your place of US $500 (or equivalent in AUS $). 2. Final payment by 5 January 2019.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS Should you wish to cancel your booking, you must advise us in writing (email is fine). We try to have a fair refund policy that works for both you and us: • Deposits are refundable, up to 90 days prior to the event. If you don’t request a refund of your deposit 90
days out or longer, we will assume you wish to come and the full balance is payable. • if you are cancelling more than 90 days from the workshop date, we will refund your deposit in full; • if the workshop is not full and, after your cancellation, we still have the minimum number of bookings to run, we will refund your deposit in full; • if the workshop is full, and we have turned away other customers, and you are cancelling within 90 days of the workshop date, we won’t refund you unless your place is filled by someone else; • if after you cancel your booking the workshop numbers fall below the minimum number required to run, and you are cancelling within 90 days, we won’t refund you. No part refunds are made for unused portions or services of a workshop.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS The workshop is designed to be suitable for people of all ages in good health and moderate fitness. While activities are not strenuous, on some workshops we may be taking hikes for several kilometres on tracks in National Parks and wilderness areas, which may involve short steep descents and climbs. We will comply with the National Parks’ and other safety requirements, but these
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are outdoor areas and you need to be careful when you are in them. It will be necessary to carry your own camera equipment and water for these activities. Should you have any concerns about your own capabilities and/or fitness, please contact your doctor to discuss before booking your place. You are required to disclose any medical or physical condition that you have which could create a risk for you or any other participants. We assume no responsibility for medical care nor guarantee to meet any special dietary requirements.
INSURANCE We have public liability insurance, but we have no insurance for par ticipants, their health, their equipment or personal belongings. We strongly advise you to obtain your own insurances suitable for your needs.
LIMITED LIABILITY As we are a small company, we are not in a position to insure your travel arrangements with Kalout Eco Tour & Travel Co. If Kalout Eco Tour & Travel Co were unable to provide the services for which you have contracted and paid, Pt78 will not be liable to you for any loss you incur. We strongly suggest you take out travel insurance. In such an unlikely event, we would naturally refund the tuition component of the course. We are not opting out of our responsiblities to you, only those over which we have no control. We are asking you to take the same risk you would were
you to book your travel directly with Kalout Eco Tour & Travel Co.
RESPONSIBILITY The responsibility of Pt78 is strictly limited. As a tour/workshop operator, Pt78 may organise, promote, and sell programs consisting of services that it purchases from various suppliers. Pt78 does not own or operate any of these suppliers and as such is not responsible for any negligent or wilful act or failure or omission of any supplier. By taking part in the tour/workshop, you agree that Pt78 shall not be liable for the above failings. Pt78 cannot accept responsibility for losses or extra expenses caused by, but not limited to, delay or changes in any transportation services, weather, illness, injury, strike, quarantine or other causes. All such losses or expenses will be the sole responsibility of the participant. Pt78 reserves the right to cancel any workshop prior to commencement, whereupon paid funds will be refunded in full, but is not liable for any other trip preparation expenses such as, but not limited to, air ticket penalties, visa fees and medical treatments. Pt78 reserves the right to substitute accommodations (if any) of similar category for those indicated and to make any changes in the itinerary or transport where deemed necessary. Where weather conditions or forces of nature restrict or prohibit workshop activities, it reserves the right to alter the trip program and substitute alternative activities. Prior to commencement of any work-
shop, an Acceptance of Risk Release form is a term of sale. The Acceptance of Risk release must be agreed to by each participant prior to the commencement of the workshop. No alterations to the Acceptance of Risk Release will be accepted. If a participant attends a workshop without signing an Acceptance of Risk Release, their attendance confirms their acceptance of all parts of these Terms and Conditions, and the Acceptance of Risk Release. These Terms and Conditions, and the Acceptance of Risk release, shall be governed in all respects by and interpreted in accordance with the law within New South Wales, Australia. That’s it! Any special requests, please let us know beforehand!
SEE EVEN MORE OF IRAN Are you keen for even more of Iran? Nuran is wishing to explore the north-west corner of Iran and has an exciting itinerary in mind. Turn the page to see his additional tour...
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NorthWest Iran Extension Trip with Nuran Zorlu – US $3900 19 - 26 April 2019
from Tabriz back to Tehran.
“Iran is a fascinating country and I am so lucky to
Iran proudly houses 21 Unesco heritage sites on
have experienced some of the different corners
her soil. We will have a chance to visit some of the
of this historically and culturally rich country. I
most popular ones on our main tour, but there are
can’t wait to revisit some of the best known iconic
four equally incredible UNESCO Heritage sites in
locations with Peter Eastway.
the Northwest of the country.
“There will be lots of historical and cultural
Alongside these historical marvels, there is
centres along the way, and many of them are
another cultural dimension of Iran. The majority
UNESCO heritage sites. This classic Iranian tour
of inhabitants of this area are Turkic-speaking
itinerary is a must–see, including magnificent
Azeris and once upon a time, it was densely
mosques and churches of Isfahan, millennia-old
populated with Armenians as well. As a Turkish-
ruins of Persepolis, and the laidback ancient cities
born Armenian I speak both languages and I am
such as Yazd.
very familiar with both cultures.
“There is another corner of Iran I would like to go
Day 1, Kandovan
back to, the Northwest. So additional to our very
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exciting journey from Shiraz to Tehran (our main
We will take a domestic flight from Tehran to
meal), I have designed a second, shorter road trip
Tabriz. Upon arrival at Tabriz Airport, we will meet
Mount Ararat Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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and greet and transfer to the hotel for an early
Day 4, Kaleybar
check in and rest. Then we’ll visit some of the
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highlights of Tabriz, including the Blue Mosque,
After Maku sightseeings, we will visit another
Constitutional House and Bazar (bazaar), driving
Armenian monastery, but to reach this well-
toward Kandovan,
hidden monastery, we need to drive alongside the Arax river, which is the natural border between
Day 2, Kandovan
Iran and Azerbaijan Republic. St Stepanos Church
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dates back to 9th C, one of the few Armenian sites
This cave town is very exotic and very much alive.
protected under the Unesco heritage program.
We will walk around its amazing streets and visit a
After lunch we are going to follow one of the
few of the cave houses. In fact, overnight we will
most scenic routes in Iran, Jolfa to Kaleybar. We
be staying in one of these remarkable houses.
will pass ancient bridges and mountain villages in one of the greenest corners of Iran. We will arrive
Day 3, Maku
in Kaleybar at night.
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Day 5, Kaleybar
visit St Thaddeus Monastery, one of the best kept
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Armenian monasteries outside of Armenia. The
Today we will go for a gentle hike to Babak Castle
legend says this is where one of Jesus’s apostles is
which has been identified as the stronghold of
buried.
Babak Khorramdin, an Iranian hero who fought the Islamic caliphate of Abbasids. The view from
If time and weather permit, we will be near the
the top is mind-blowing (weather permitting).
Turkish border to say farewell to the sun behind Mt Ararat.
Tabriz Bazaar Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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Day 6, Ardebil 24 April 2019 After breakfast, we will be on our way to Yeri City; an archaeological site only discovered in 2005.
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Our next stop is Ardabil, where we will be visiting another magnificent UNESCO heritage site, Sheikh Safi al-din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble. The famous Safavid dynasty’s routes trace back to this very influential Sufi master who lived in Ardabil in 14th C. Day 7, Tehran 25 April 2019 Today we will fly back to Tehran, free afternoon before a final farewell dinner. Day 8, Departure 26 April 2019 Our Iranian photo tour has now finished. Unless you plan to stay on, you will depart for the airport at some stage today! On this tour, we will stay in 3-star hotels, except in Maku.
Sheikh Safi al-Din Shrine Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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Map of Iran With the two separate trips outlined
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS These terms and conditions relate to the photography tours and workshops organised by Nuran Zorlu. Local travel arrangements will be provided by Kalout Eco Tour & Travel Co.
RESERVATIONS Bookings can be made on the Better Photography website at www.betterphotography.com in the online shop, or you can email Kim Valenti at kim@betterphotography.com, or call her on +612 4388 6851. The photo tour is limited to a maximum of 12 participants (plus the workshop leader). A mininum of 4 participants is required for the workshop to run. Workshop places will be confirmed in order of receipt and payment of deposit.
PRICE NorthWest Iran Road Trip 8 days / 7 nights 19 – 26 April 2019 US $ 3,990 Single Room Supplement: US $ 250 Deposit to secure place US $ 500 The price includes photographic counsel and all transport ex-Tehran, Iran, including domestic flights.
PRICE INCLUDES/EXLUDES:
OTHER TERMS AND
• Accommodation in double/twin rooms in comfortable hotels. • All breakfasts and dinners. • Water, tea or regular coffee, soft drinks (like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, fruit juice in the can) at lunches and dinners. • All admission fees to the museums and places to visit in the itinerary. • Comfortable A/C van, driver, gas, parking etc.. • Bottled water in the vehicle. The order of the visits and sites to photograph, as well as the itinerary, can be changed depending on the circumstances like weather, light, crowd, availability, closing / opening hours, domestic flight schedule etc… The price does not include: International air fare, lunches, tips to the bell boys at hotels, gratuities to the local guide and the driver, travel insurance.
CONDITIONS
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT Payment details are as follows: 1. A deposit upon booking to reserve your place of US $500 (or equivalent in AUS $). 2. Final payment by 5 January 2019.
The general terms and conditions found on Pages 24 and 25 apply to this photography tour as well.
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St Thaddeus - NorthWest Iran Road Trip Photo by Nuran Zorlu
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with Peter Eastway & Nuran Zorlu For more information and bookings, contact Peter Eastway at eastway@betterphotography.com or his assistant Kim Valenti - kim@betterphotography.com or Nuran Zorlu at nuran@nuranzorlu.com