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Hi everyone,
At the next year I wont will go to Iran and Turkey, but my motorcycle yamaha vstar. What is the quality of the road in these country?
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At the next year I wont will go to Iran and Turkey, but my motorcycle yamaha vstar. What is the quality of the road in these country?
In 2012 the roads were generally in a better state in most of Iran compared with eastern turkey, but the roads were fairly good also in turkey. I encountered several long stretches of gravel on main highways where road works were taking place.
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In 2012 the roads were generally in a better state in most of Iran compared with eastern turkey, but the roads were fairly good also in turkey. I encountered several long stretches of gravel on main highways where road works were taking place.



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Iran has excellent roads all over. You won't need to leave asphalt.
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As much as I'd love to visit Iran on my planned ride the authorities are not as helpful as they used to be (wonder why) and now insist on a guide, plus it's the only country on my route where I would need a carnet. It's still tempting, but the balance I believe has tipped against the detour.
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As much as I'd love to visit Iran on my planned ride the authorities are not as helpful as they used to be (wonder why) and now insist on a guide, plus it's the only country on my route where I would need a carnet. It's still tempting, but the balance I believe has tipped against the detour.
what does it mean a guide??
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AFAIK the guide etc requirement is just for UK/Canada/US citizens.

I rode from London to Iran in October 2016 and was free to roam around Iran which I did for 3 weeks. I am Irish citizen.

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I don't understand how is it.
I have to pay some people who will be accompany me in Iran?
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Americans, British and Canadians are forced to hire a guide when visiting Iran. This does not apply to other nationalities. So as a Russian you don't need a guide. All you need is a Carnet de Passage for the motorbike.

Roads in Turkey are generally very good and those that aren't are being upgraded at a very quick rate. Iran also has very good roads. Only some very nasty speed bumps on some of the larger roads.
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Americans, British and Canadians are forced to hire a guide when visiting Iran. This does not apply to other nationalities. So as a Russian you don't need a guide. All you need is a Carnet de Passage for the motorbike.

Roads in Turkey are generally very good and those that aren't are being upgraded at a very quick rate. Iran also has very good roads. Only some very nasty speed bumps on some of the larger roads.
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It's best to have a carnet, but not strictly necessary. A temporary import document can be made at the border.

I'm not recommending you do this, but people should be aware that 'you need a carnet for Iran' is internet dogma which is incorrect.
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It's best to have a carnet, but not strictly necessary. A temporary import document can be made at the border.

I'm not recommending you do this, but people should be aware that 'you need a carnet for Iran' is internet dogma which is incorrect.
Thanks. I will be do cornet, but its very expensive =(((.

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It's best to have a carnet, but not strictly necessary. A temporary import document can be made at the border.

I'm not recommending you do this, but people should be aware that 'you need a carnet for Iran' is internet dogma which is incorrect.
Hi Im looking to tour Iran if possible in my New Zealand Registered Toyota land cruiser. I also have NZ passport.
I don't have a Carnet so keen to understand how this temporary import document works ??? Is it a hassle to obtain? as Im keen to travel there as I have heard good things about Iran

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Hi Im looking to tour Iran if possible in my New Zealand Registered Toyota land cruiser. I also have NZ passport.
I don't have a Carnet so keen to understand how this temporary import document works ??? Is it a hassle to obtain? as Im keen to travel there as I have heard good things about Iran

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I have not done it myself, but know personally someone who has, and have read quite a few accounts of others doing it, and at various borders.

It does seem to be quite a hassle, the customs guys may not be too keen to do it, but with perseverance people get it. I have heard $250 to $600 in fees - obviously there are unofficial fees involved.

As said, I would really try to get a carnet, but if you cannot, then it does not stop you from visiting Iran.

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