Alamut Trekking

Overview

In this program we will ascend one of the most beautiful mountains of Iran. We call it Sialan and it is 4177 meters. This mountain is famous for its amazing landmarks. Sialan is the highest mountain in Qazvin province and one of most beautiful ones in Iran. Basically, there are four common routes to access the peak. The route we take in this program is the south way that is easier than the rest. Before starting the climb, the adventurers can have a chance to visit Ovan lake and Sabah castle. Finally, to get a taste of Iran’s Culture there is a one-day city tour of Qazvin.

What We Suggest and Offer

• Cultural tours
• Shopping Assistance
• Postal Cards
• Domestic Flight

Cultural Extension

Destination: Qazvin city tour, Alamut sightseeing
Cultural Sites: Ovan Lake, Sabah Castle, Aliqapu Palace Museum, Chehel Sotoun Pavilion, Carvanserai of Sa’d al-saltaneh, Hammam Qajar, Jameh Mosque, Imamzadeh Hossein, Aminiha Hosseiniyeh

General Equipment of Summer

Shoes

Sports Shoes / Sandals
Trekking shoes category B
Trekking socks + replacement

Clothes

Trekking pants
comfortable leisure trousers
windproof and waterproof over pants (breathable)
T-Shirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Sweater or jacket (wool, fleece, softshell)
wind and waterproof jacket (ideal: breathable)
Underwear + replacement
short functional underwear
nightwear
Scarf / Scarf / Buff as dust or cold protection
thin hat for summer – Warm hat in June and September
thin finger gloves
Warm gloves in June and September

General Equipment

sunglasses
towel
sun cream
Day and hiking backpack approx. 25 l
Rain cover for backpack
Telescopic hiking poles (who would like)
Headlamp with spare batteries
Sleeping bag up to – 5 ° in the comfort area
Sleeping mat (Therm-a-rest self-inflatable)
waterproof bag for documents
Drinking bottle or hydration system at least 1 liter
Insect repellent for skin and possibly for clothing
First aid kit (including blister plaster, tape, disinfection)
small travel pharmacy
important personal medicines (hand luggage!)