Alamut Valley Day Trip

Castles & Alborz Valleys
Full Day · 10 Hours
Assassins’ Alamut Castle
Turquoise Ovan Lake
Scenic mountain drive
Departs Tehran / Qazvin
From
€50
per person
Full Day · 8 Hours
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💰 Price Summary

1 adult × €50€50
Visa assistanceincluded
Total€50
Free cancellation 30 days before
Private guide included
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Tour at a Glance

Travel Style

Adventure

Physical Rating

Easy — ★★☆☆☆

Meals

Optional lunch add-on

Transport

Private air-conditioned vehicle

Group Size

Private · 1–12 people

Guide

English-speaking local guide

Departs From

Alamut Valley

Best Season

Spring & Autumn
Mar–May · Oct–Nov

Tour Highlights

  • Alamut Castle — the legendary mountain fortress of Hasan-i Sabbah
  • Sweeping views over the Alamut Valley from the castle ruins
  • Ovan Lake's turquoise waters, a perfect picnic stop
  • A scenic mountain drive through the Alborz range
Alamut CastleAlamut Valley ViewOvan LakeAlborz Mountain Drive

What's Included

  • Private air-conditioned transport
  • English-speaking local guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

Hour-by-Hour Schedule

08:00 Departure
Drive from Tehran or Qazvin into the Alborz Mountains (2–3 hours).
11:00 Alamut Castle
Climb to the ruined fortress for valley views.
13:00 Local lunch
A village restaurant in the valley (own expense).
14:30 Ovan Lake
Relax beside the turquoise mountain lake.
16:30 Scenic drive
Return through the terraced villages of the valley.
18:30 Return
Drop-off in Tehran or Qazvin. Tour ends.

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Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation
Cancel up to 30 days before departure and receive a full refund — no questions asked.
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14–30 Days Before
Cancel 14–30 days before departure and receive a 70% refund. 30% retained as administrative fee.
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Less Than 14 Days
Cancellations within 14 days of departure are non-refundable. Date changes may be possible — contact us.