QUOTE(aopaq @ Nov 15 2009, 08:09 AM)

You are very lucky and one of the few Americans I know of who have received a visa. Do you have to go with a tour? In either case, I am sure you will have a great time! Sure wish I could go again!
aopaq, yes thank you! I am going on a guided tour; they said this was mandatory for Americans. I don't mind, as I will be by myself but have a guide show me around. I've been wanting to go to Iran for many years.
Brendan