The India trip... began on the 26th of January 05 and we spent 5 months travelling slowly in that wonderful country.

It was hard travelling independently on buses and trains and we needed time lots of time to book at the train stations. Backpacking allowed us the flexibility to get of the beaten track and people were kind patient and helpful. Through the bus windows we saw a lot of the countryside and daily life. To our amazement we were often made to sit on crowded buses with the phrase “Please, you are a guest in our country”. We rarely had a problem finding reasonable accommodation or someone to take us to visit the sites. At times it was hot, tiring and hectic but also fascinating and constantly surprising.

We are looking forward to returning one day. As the saying goes you either love India or hate it. We loved it.