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rrive on your own in Dubai, United Arab Emirates,on Saturday, 5 November 2016. Here we gather as a group at

our hotel, the Park Hyatt, and get to know one another at an

evening cocktail reception. (Never been to Dubai? Speak to

us about a pre-tour extension to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.)

The following day, we have a briefing on Iran past and

present.

Then fly to Tehran, the capital city of Iran. We begin at

the National Museum of Iran to view

pottery, bronze, and other artifacts from

33,000 B.C. to the Islamic Era.

On to the Golestan Palace complex,

built by the Qajar Dynasty during the

19th century. Tour the marble throne,

main palace, and the wind tower.

We have time at the Treasury of

National Jewels; the Reza Abbasi

Museum, with artifacts from the second millennium B.C.

through the early 20th century; and the Niavaran Palace

complex, built by the Qajars and Pahlavis, including the

exquisite Saheb Qaranie House.

Then bid farewell to Tehran. In the outskirts of the city,

visit the tomb of Imam Khomeini, final resting place for the

Iranian leader Americans know as the Ayatollah Khomeini.

Our drive continues. Destination? Isfahan, 17th-century

capital of the Safavids, who called it Nesf-e-Jahan, Half of

the World. Welcome to the jewel of ancient Persia and one

The word “extraordinary” can be overused. But when

applied to the country of Iran, it is, perhaps, an

understatement. From its ancient beginnings, Persia has

a past filled with intrigue, mystery, and drama. Its

heritage dates back thousands of years. The legacy?

Spectacular art and exemplary architecture,

archaeology, gardens, literature, and music.

Iran has been hidden from our view for decades, but

the nation has opened its doors. Americans will find

Iran’s citizens warm and welcoming. Now is the time to

experience its wonders on a journey hosted by Crusoe

vice president Cheryl Sturm.

Iran.

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with R. Crusoe & Son

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Isfahan. 1860.

THIS IS A 13-DAY HOSTED JOURNEY. REMEMBER THAT WE CAN CREATE A JOURNEY TO IRAN

OF ANY LENGTH TO MEET YOUR EXACT SPECIFICATIONS.

Peacock Throne, encrusted with gems, enamel, and gold, inGolestan Palace. Tehran.

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of the finest cities in the Islamic world. We begin at

17th-century Chehel Sotun Palace, a UNESCO World

Heritage site famous for its frescoes and its marriage of two

Persian loves: gardens and grand interiors.

Historic Khadjou Bridge leads us to the Armenian

Quarter. See a 17th-century cathedral that is both a functioning

church and a museum. The frescoes within are gripping.

Next, visit a well-known Iranian artist, Mustafa Fotovat, in

his studio. Born in Isfahan, Mostafa learned miniaturist painting

from his father before beginning his formal studies. He has

exhibited in Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Austria, and the

United States.

From here, enjoy some free time or, if you’d like, join us to

browse a Persian rug workshop and learn about how these

incredible carpets are made; or come tour the Eight Paradise

Summer Palace, built in 1669.

If it is open, we enter 600-year-old Mullah Jacub’s

Synagogue. You might be surprised to learn that Judaism is one

of the oldest religions practiced in Iran. Most Jews who

emigrated from Iran in the 20th century reside in Israel and the

United States.

Continue to Old Jome Mosque, essentially a museum of

Islamic architecture. Eight centuries of the design are

represented here, each an example of the best of its particular

era. Within, Masjed-e Jamé (the

Friday Mosque) illustrates the

evolution of mosque architecture

over 12 centuries, starting in A.D.

841. The oldest preserved edifice

of its kind in Iran and a prototype

for later mosques, it is also a

UNESCO World Heritage site.

Shah Abbas I the Great built

Imam (Naghshe Jahan) Square,

another UNESCO site, in the

early 17th century. Monumental

buildings linked by arcades

surround the square. See its

three components: the Imam

Mosque; the Sheikh Lotfollah

Mosque; and Ali Qapou Palace.

Together, they stand as

testimony to the level of social

and cultural life in Persia during

the days of Safavid rule.

Enjoy some free time

browsing the bazaar.

Depart Isfahan and head

southeast. Our next stop?

Meybod, to see what an old caravanserei looks like. Then we

continue our drive to Yazd, which has been continually

inhabited for 7,000 years. Marco Polo described it as “a very

fine and splendid city and a center of commerce.”

The architecture of Yazd is unique. Graceful bad-girs,ancient wind towers, provide ventilation to lower parts of old

structures. There are fine examples at Dowlat Abad Garden,

a jewel of Persian

architecture.

Learn about the

town’s Zoroastrian

past. Zoroastrians

have long resided in

Yazd; today,

roughly 12,000

locals are adherents.

We visit the Towers

of Silence; the Fire

Temple, whose

sacred flame is said to have been burning continuously since

A.D. 479; and the Glass Cage.

Stop at Amir Chakhmagh, which commemorates the

death of Imam Hossein, son of the Prophet Mohammed.

Tour the Water Museum. Step inside the Friday Mosque in

Safavids called Isfahan “Half the World.”

See the Towers of Silence, part of theZoroastrian death ritual. Yazd.

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the old town, and enter an old Safavid house to view

handicrafts. Stroll through the Fahadan neighborhood to

Alexander Prison—not a prison at all, but a 15th-century

school mentioned in a Hafez poem. See the 12 Imam Shrine

and meet a tile artisan who works with UNESCO.

We next drive toward Pasargad, stopping en route in

Abarkouh to see the Sarv-e-Abarqu, a living cypress tree

estimated to be more than 4,000 years old.

Continue to Pasargad, the first Persian

capital. Its history stretches back to 550 B.C.

We see the limestone tomb of Cyrus the

Great, the world’s first emperor. UNESCO

recognizes Pasargad as a World Heritage

site, with “outstanding examples of the

first phase of royal Achaemenian art and

architecture and exceptional testimonies of Persian

civilization… the first empire that respected the cultural

diversity of its different peoples.”

Our drive continues to Shiraz, the sophisticated City of

Roses and Nightingales. Education, poetry, wine (once upon a

time), gardens, and the like have all contributed to make this

a remarkable Iranian city.

Begin at Eram, the Garden of Paradise. Built in the Qajar

era, the property (including its palace) was used by the feudal

elite and tribal leaders and later by Iran’s royalty.

Enter 400-year-old Khan Theological Madrassa, where

we hope to meet with an imam. Then one of the most elegant

mosques in Iran, the pink-tiled, 19th-century Nasir-ol-Molk.

To the tomb of Hafez, the most famous Iranian lyric

writer, who wrote during the 14th century.

Vakil Bazaar, one of the most beautiful markets in the

world. We find ourselves immersed in an age-old rhythm of

buying and selling. Tour the bath house as well as the bazaar.

At Saray-e Moshir, a nearby artisans’ market, enjoy some

free time to chat with the locals and peruse the stalls.

Now, a day-trip outside Shiraz. Our destination?

Persepolis, ruined capital of ancient Iran. Welcome to one of

the great legacies of the ancient world and a beautiful and

spectacular archaeological site. In the sixth century B.C.,

Achaemenian King Darius I founded Persepolis.

Step back in time as we enter the Gate of All Nations.

Superb bas reliefs depict the flow of ritual processions that

once passed through. Explore the Gate of Xerxes, Apadana

Palace, the Treasury, the Harem, and the private palaces of

various rulers. Xerxes and Artaxerxes I, who ruled Persia in

the fifth century B.C., completed Persepolis. Its palaces were

used by the Achaemenian kings until the buildings were

razed by Alexander the Great in 330 B.C.

On to Naghsh-e Rostam, which contains the carved rock

chambers of four Achaemenian rulers: Darius the Great,

Xerxes, Artaxerxes, and Darius II. Ornamental rock relief

facades date from A.D. 224-650 and depict scenes of imperial

conquest as well as a fire temple from Achaemenian times.

After a farewell dinner and a last overnight in Shiraz,

head to the airport for your journey home.

This R. Crusoe Iran journey, hosted by Crusoe vice

president Cheryl Sturm, has a set departure date of

Saturday, 5 November 2016. Our tour begins the next day,

6 November, in Dubai, U.A.E. From there, we fly into

Tehran, Iran. The tour ends in Shiraz, Iran, on Thursday,

17 November 2016.

It is important that interested travelers understand the

limitations of traveling in Iran. Here are a few things you

should know:

• Within Iran, there are no deviations to our program

per rules imposed by the Iranian government.

• All meals within Iran are included in the tour. There

are no alcoholic beverages served in Iran.

• Credit cards are accepted on a very limited basis.

• Our hotels, the best in each location, are

comfortable but less luxurious than the five-star

properties R. Crusoe travelers usually enjoy.

• On this journey, we drive between destinations

rather than taking internal flights, making ample

stops along the way.

Interested in seeing a bit of Dubai? If so, speak to us

about a custom extension.

More questions? We love to chat. Call Patty Weber

at 888-490-8014, or email her at pweber@rcrusoe.com.

Extraordinary stained glass in Nasir-ol-Molk. Shiraz.

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� Day 6-7:IsfahanThursday &Friday, 10-11November 2016Mullah Jacub

Synagogue (if open),

Old Jome Mosque and

Masjed-e-Jame, leisure

time, Naghshe Jahan

Maidan, Ali Qapou

Palace, Sheikh

Lotfollah Mosque,

Shah Mosque and

madrassas, leisure

time at the bazaar.

Abbasi Hotel.

� Day 8: Naein,Meybod, YazdSaturday, 12 November 2016Drive to Naein, continue to Meybod caravanserei, arrive Yazd,

Dowlat Abad Garden. Moshir-Al-Mamalek Garden Hotel.

� Day 9: YazdSunday, 13 November 2016Towers of Silence, Fire Temple, Glass Cage, Amir

Chakhmagh, Water Museum, Old Friday Mosque, Safavid

house, Fahadan neighborhood, Alexander Prison, 12 Imam

Shrine, tile artisan. Moshir-Al-Mamalek Garden Hotel.

� Day 10: Abarkouh, Pasargad, ShirazMonday, 14 November 2016Drive to Abarkouh, ancient cypress tree, Pasargad

archaeological site, arrive Shiraz. Shiraz Hotel.

� Day 11: ShirazTuesday, 15 November 2016Eram Garden, Khan Theological Madrassa with possibility

of meeting an imam, Nasir-ol-Molk, Hafez Tomb, Vakil

Bath House and Bazaar, leisure time at Saray-e Moshir

artisans’ bazaar. Shiraz Hotel.

� Day 12: Persepolis, Naghsh-e Rostam, ShirazWednesday, 16 November 2016Drive to Persepolis, archaeological site, drive to Naghsh-e

Rostam, archaeological site, drive to Shiraz, Koran Gate,

farewell dinner. Shiraz Hotel.

� Day 13: Shiraz; United StatesThursday, 17 November 2016Head home on the commercial flight of your choice.

Passage Through Persia. A HostedJourney with Cheryl Sturm. 13 Days.

� Day 1: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesSaturday, 5 November 2016 Arrive in Dubai, evening cocktail reception. Park Hyatt.

� Day 2: Dubai; Tehran, IranSunday, 6 November 2016Tour briefing, group flight to Tehran, arrival.

Parsian Azadi Hotel.

� Day 3-4: TehranMonday &Tuesday, 7-8 November 2016National Museum, Golestan Palace, Treasury of National Jewels,

Reza Abbasi Museum, Niavaran Palace. Parsian Azadi Hotel.

� Day 5: Tehran, IsfahanWednesday, 9 November 2016Ayatollah Khomeini tomb, drive to Isfahan. Abbasi Hotel.

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For more information or to book,call Patty Weber at 888-490-8014 or

email pweber@rcrusoe.com.

Khadjou Bridge, completed in 1650. Isfahan.

Vakil Bazaar, founded in the 11th century. Shiraz.

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Price: Per person sharing a room . . . . . . . . . . . from $7,880

Single supplement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,970

The tour price does not include airfare between Dubai andTehran, but it does include all meals within Iran.

� InclusionsAccommodations based on double occupancy; hotel taxes;

ground transportation; transfers; sightseeing and meals as

indicated; and beverages (soda, water, coffee, tea) with

included meals; entrance fees; gratuities to local guides,

drivers and baggage porters.

� ExclusionsInternational airfare; costs of passports and/or visas;

sightseeing listed as optional; personal expenses such as

laundry and meals or beverages not listed; room service;

excess baggage fees; porterage; communication charges;

airport and port taxes; gratuities to tour escort; personal

insurance coverage. Note: Iran prohibits the consumption ofalcoholic beverages, so we are unable to provide anythroughout the Iran portion of our journey.

� Health StatusTouring during this program requires travelers to be in good

health. Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing stairs are part

of many of these excursions. If you have any health or mobility

issues, we urge you to discuss them with us. ©2016 R. Crusoe & Son. 21 January 2016

We recommend travel insurance that covers trip

cancellation or interruption; illness or injury while

abroad; baggage loss, theft, or damage; and

emergency medical evacuation. Though R. Crusoe’s

usual insurer does not cover travel in Iran, Travel

Guard does. For online info, visit Travelguard.com.

� RegistrationA deposit of 25 percent of the total tour price is required at the

time you book. The remainder of the cost of your trip is due 90

days prior to your departure date. Payment can be made by

personal check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. If your

reservation is made within 90 days of departure, the entire cost of

the trip must be paid at the time of confirmation.

� CancellationCancellation must be received in writing by R. Crusoe.

Cancellations received 90 days or more prior to departure are

subject to a per person/per tour cancellation fee of 10 percent of

the cost of the tour. Cancellations received less than 90 days prior

to departure are subject to the following forfeit as a percentage of

tour cost: 89-60 days, 35 percent of tour cost; 59-30 days, 50

percent of tour cost; 29 days or less, 100 percent of tour cost.

For more information or to book this journeywith R. Crusoe & Son, please call 800-585-8555.

Walk in the footsteps of Achaemenid kings at Persepolis, one of many UNESCO World Heritage sites we visit.

On the advancement of deposit, the depositoracknowledges that he or she has read and understands thespecific inclusions, exclusions, registration, andcancellation policies of the tour, the terms and conditionslisted below, and that he or she agrees to be bound bythem. Cancellation penalties apply, and R. Crusoe & Sonmakes no refund for unused services. R. Crusoe & Sonstrongly recommends that travelers purchase travelinsurance as described below.

Arrangements: Quoted tour prices include planning,

handling, and operational charges and are quoted in U.S.

dollars based on the current rate of exchange, tariff, and fuel

prices. In the event of unexpected and significant cost

increases, prices are subject to revision. On some programs,

a fuel surcharge may apply. R. Crusoe & Son will advise

travelers of possible surcharges that apply to a specific

journey as soon as these surcharges are known.

Responsibility: R. Crusoe & Son and its operating

partners purchase transportation, hotel accommodations,

restaurant services, and other services from various

independent suppliers not subject to its control. R. Crusoe &

Son and its operating partners cannot, therefore, be liable for

any personal injury, loss, or damage to person or property

that may occur due to (1) a wrongful, negligent, or arbitrary

act by others not under the direct control of R. Crusoe &

Son and its operating partners, (2) defects in, or failures of,

any aircraft, vessel, automotive vehicle, or other means of

transportation not under its control, or (3) acts of God.

R. Crusoe & Son and its operating partners also reserve

the right to withdraw a tour or any part of it, to make such

alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary or desirable,

to refuse to accept or retain as a member of any tour or part

thereof any person at any time, and to pass on to tour

members any expenditures or losses caused by airline

schedule changes, delays, or events beyond its control.

R. Crusoe & Son and its operating partners are not

responsible for any expenses incurred by trip members in

preparing for the trip, including non-refundable or penalty-

carrying airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport

fees, or other trip-related expenses.

Eligibility: Participation in R. Crusoe’s programs

requires that travelers be in generally good health. Walking

and stair climbing are commonly part of many tours.

Travelers with physical disabilities must make them known

to R. Crusoe & Son at the time of booking. It is also

essential that persons with any medical problems or related

dietary restrictions inform R. Crusoe & Son well before

departure. All travelers are expected to be ready to

experience cultural differences with grace.

Travel Documents: All travel documents (air and cruise

tickets, passport, destination-specific vaccination records,

and inoculation verification) are the traveler’s responsibility.

It is also the responsibility of the traveler to obtain any

necessary visas and public health documents for all

applicable destinations and to comply with all customs

requirements. Without the required documents, travelers

may be denied entry into a particular destination. R. Crusoe

& Son is not liable for such denial.

Air Transportation: International air prices are a separate

cost in addition to the land prices of tours. Should a traveler

cancel or change an air reservation before or after his or her

departure, cancellations penalties may apply.

Baggage: Baggage handling is at the traveler’s risk

throughout the tour. Baggage restrictions may apply. If so,

R. Crusoe & Son is not responsible for excess baggage fees.

Smoking: Smoking is not permitted during situations

that involve fellow travelers. This applies when travelers are

in restaurants, sightseeing vehicles, trains, ships and other

water transport, air transport, and when participating in

group activities.

R. Crusoe & Son Travel Protection PlanEven on a perfectly planned vacation there are forces of nature

that R. Crusoe & Son cannot prevent. There is the possibility

that luggage is lost en route, an illness pops up, or even the

sudden need for emergency cash. To ensure that your voyage

provides you with a lifetime of pleasant memories, this program

contains a broad package of benefits for our travelers including:

� insurance coverage for trip cancellation or interruption

� insurance coverage for illness or injury while abroad

� emergency medical evacuation

� reimbursement for baggage loss, theft, or damage

� 24-hour assistance anywhere in the world

Complete details (including terms, condition limits, costs,

and enrollment procedures) are sent upon confirmation of your

tour reservation.

For pre-existing condition coverage, the premium must be

paid within 21 days of the initial deposit.

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