For our Indian and Nepal adventure, we again chose Intrepid. "Highlights of India and Nepal" and "Inside out Kathmandu" In countries such as these it is easier and safer to travel with a tour group. The tour traveled from Delhi, all around the North of India to Kathmandu in Nepal. In Kathmandu we joined another tour to hike around the spectacular Himalayas. We stayed in luxury and squalor (by Western standards) and tried a variety of transport; train, tuk tuk, camel cart, car, push bike, bus, canoe, safari jeep, boat, house boat ( just to name a few). And of course, we ate all the foods!
Helpful Hints!
- Our highlights of India tour was 19 days. We felt it was just a tad too long. A fortnight is a good length of time.
- Don't feel you have to do every activity offered. If you are not interested, don't do it.
- In Delhi, we were offered an optional half day tour to see the sights. Cost was $40 US per person and we did not get to see all. It would have worked out better to hire a taxi for 4 hours ( $20 ) and visit what is of interest yourself.
- You do not have to go with the group to every group meal.
- Give the Radisson in Varansi a wide berth. " The Great Kabab factory" is over priced and not very nice.
- Try all the traditional foods on offer. The guides know what is safe in relation to street foods. We had fabulous samosa, masala tea, momos and lassi from street vendors and lived to tell the tale.
- If decanting vodka into a water bottle ensure you mark the bottle. A good swig of vodka when brushing your teeth goes down a treat.
- Gin and rum are the spirits of choice in that part of the world. Old Monk Rum very nice indeed.
- Organise a tip kitty. Each member of the tour pays an agreed amount into the kitty to be used by guide to pay tips along the way.
In summation, the tours were excellent. They offer a great assortment of activities and immerse you in the culture and lifestyle of India and Nepal.
Nameste!
Helpful Hints!
- Our highlights of India tour was 19 days. We felt it was just a tad too long. A fortnight is a good length of time.
- Don't feel you have to do every activity offered. If you are not interested, don't do it.
- In Delhi, we were offered an optional half day tour to see the sights. Cost was $40 US per person and we did not get to see all. It would have worked out better to hire a taxi for 4 hours ( $20 ) and visit what is of interest yourself.
- You do not have to go with the group to every group meal.
- Give the Radisson in Varansi a wide berth. " The Great Kabab factory" is over priced and not very nice.
- Try all the traditional foods on offer. The guides know what is safe in relation to street foods. We had fabulous samosa, masala tea, momos and lassi from street vendors and lived to tell the tale.
- If decanting vodka into a water bottle ensure you mark the bottle. A good swig of vodka when brushing your teeth goes down a treat.
- Gin and rum are the spirits of choice in that part of the world. Old Monk Rum very nice indeed.
- Organise a tip kitty. Each member of the tour pays an agreed amount into the kitty to be used by guide to pay tips along the way.
In summation, the tours were excellent. They offer a great assortment of activities and immerse you in the culture and lifestyle of India and Nepal.
Nameste!
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