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From Iraq to Iran
February 2015: Make sure you research the current safety situation thoroughly. You travel to Iraqi Kurdistan at your own risk.

From Iraq to Iran

by Glenn Wong

Took the Hamilton Road from Arbil (Iraq) to Orumiye (Iran). Long ass journey for a short distance because most of it is on winding mountain road built by Kiwi engineer Archibald Hamilton from 1928-1932. Read about the spectacular scenery from LP and scenery did not disappoint. Sun baked mountains, lush blonde pastures (looking like they've been shampooed & conditioned), rich brown soil. Landscapes reminiscent of Bolivia - endless land and rippling mountains.

Border crossing was pretty straightforward but felt a little tense... like a scene from recent news showing freight trucks crossing between Pakistan & Afghanistan (and Taliban attacks on NATO convoys). People here actually thought we were from Afghan, that's something new.

Was asked what I thought of Iran by one of the border guards. I don't know yet... But having dreamt of seeing this country since 5 yrs ago (though lacking the guts to do so) I can only say I'm hella excited!!

Travel Info

A daily bus departs from Arbil at 7am to Orumiye (Iran). US$30 per person, expect a 7-8 hour journey with 1-2 hours for border crossing. A prearranged Iranian visa is required. The bus company is called Federal Company (Tel: 0750 4475222 or Email: federal_col@yahoo.com)

You can read more about Glenn's travels here: http://vagabondcouple.com.




From Iraq to Iran: The Hamilton Road


Earthy yellow and brown painted landscapes.


Shampooed and conditioned pastures.


Emerging from the Gali Ali Beg canyon.


Approaching the city of Piranshahr on the Iranian side.

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