Ride Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt
I am researching my next trip. Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt aren't countries I am familiar with yet. I've ridden Prudhoe, Ushuaia, RTW on a KLR and many other countries on rental bikes. I started a file from HU about different members experiences in this region. There aren't as many as I would like that are current.
1. Are there any additional problems for an American? I ride solo, but ride with locals for a short time if we cross paths.
2. Is it possible to rent a bike rather than bringing a bike? I have no set amount of time, but guess 4-6 weeks.
3. Destinations to visit is an individual preference of course. I make a Google map that I mark with possible POI's and daily decided where I ride next. I've missed some great places I was unaware of. (Cappadoci my first time through Turkey) So suggestions that I may not have on my map would be welcome.
4. I travel light but always take a tent and sleeping bag. I prefer comfortable lodging but it's not always possible. Is there a good link to lodging in these countries?
5. Would there be any unusual shots I might need traveling here?
I rode in Japan for 3 weeks this spring. Friends ask me where am I going next. So I will research for a while and see if this is a worthwhile adventure. I may mention it to my wife in a couple weeks if it looks doable.
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