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Travel to Dizin & Visa Requirements

From Tehran:

  • Taxi. 300-350,000 rials one-way.
  • Group tour organized by hotel or your travel agent.
  • Minibus (Tel: +9 89126708975) Leaves very early in the morning, around 5am, and departs from Dizin around 3pm. Price is 100,000 rials return.

There are two ways to reach Dizin from Tehran. The longest and safest way is through Karaj, this road is usually open but it takes about 2,5 hours. The quickest way is directly north passing through the resort of Shemshak. Between Shemshak and Dizin the road is steep and frequent avalanches means this part of the road often is closed. The minibus mentioned above use this way - Unless you are on a day-trip it is strongly advised you take the road through Karaj.

Tours & Getting around Dizin

The hotel is located just 20 m from the bottom of the slopes. The parking area is just 50 m away with a few shops that rent out ski equipment. See the map for further details. [1]

Dizin attractions and sightseeing

You can see Mount Daravand, the highest mountain in Iran, from Dizin. The scenery with the surrounding mountains is spectacular.

Dizin city tours

Dizin is an excellent place for skiing and snowboarding. Make sure you check the weather and snow forecast before you leave, especially if are traveling the direct route. There are 22 lifts in the area.

Dizin souvenirs & shopping

Dizin Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

During the day there is a SFC (Iranian version of KFC) in the middle of the slope and a snack bar at the top. The latter also serve breakfast.

At night there are only two restaurants (also open for breakfast and lunch); one in Dizin Hotel and another in the other hotel (only restaurant is open).

Dizin nightlife, bars, clubs & pubs

Dizin cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels & lodging

There is also a hotel in Shemshak from where you can catch a ride or a taxi to the top of the slope.

  • Dizin Hotel. Old hotel situated just in front of the ski slopes. Great view from rooms facing the slopes. There is one very friendly and resourceful lady at the front desk, make sure you deal with her as everyone else is incompetent. Restaurant serves the usual kebabs. The former cool-looking retro bar has been turned into a coffee shop with non-alcoholic beer. 30% discount on weekdays.560,000.
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