Saturday, May 3, 2008

Days 50 & 51 - 2nd & 3rd May 2008

2nd May - 51 miles to Selimpasa, we soon leave fertile land behind and travel though semi built up area beside Mamaran sea. Huge electric storm builds up so we cancel wild camp plans and take refuge in hotel by sea.

3rd May - 44 miles to Istanbul. A manic final 15 miles ride into the old city tested our 360 degree senses to the limit. I understand Formula 1 race is here and with tourist season kicking off well we spent 2 hours finding accommodation.

The plan is to apply for Iran visa on Monday and set off on Tuesday, hopefully collect visa towards end of month in Erzurum.

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