Iran in May/June, 2015
 

Hi Folks!

I'm planning a solo trip to Turkey, Iran and around the Black Sea. Been doing my research and know (as an American) I need a guide and an itinerary in order to get an Iranian visa. I'm trying to locate a guide with a motorcycle to meet me on the Turkey/Iran border at Bazargan and then continue on in Iran winding back where we started. Has anyone located a reputable, official Iranian guide with a motorcycle? If so, what was your experience?

Also, I hear that the Canadian Automobile Association is going to stop issuing carnets. I've used them a couple of times (it gives U.S. Customs fits which I quite like!) so I know the ropes. Anyone have late info on the CAA/carnet status?

Thanks,

Keller

Hi Keller,
I wish you a very good trip in Iran, I'm planning something similar for the same period :)

I know a very popular guide from Iran, you can contact him on his Facebook fanpage and profile:
https://www.facebook.com/HosseinsGuestHouse?pnref=lhc
https://www.facebook.com/hossein.sheykhlou?fref=ts

Hi personally know two guys that stayed with him and everything was perfect! :)
Hope it will be helpful for you!

Thanks for the contact info Wizz. I'll let you know how I make out. Hossein's name keeps coming up. Dan Skeates mentioned him earlier. I'm planning to arrive in Athens, GR with the motorcycle on 19 April. I have a flight, m/c air shipment arrangements yet to be made. Plan to exit Turkey for Iran (either at Bazargan or Serow) sometime around 18 May for a two to three week loop in country crossing back out into Turkey. Sorry I've been so long in replying to your message but I've been sidetracked on other matters.

Keller