Himalayas: Over the Roof of the World

Alice Cuninghame    overlandholidays     4x4, 4x4 driving holidays, Himalayas, India, Overland holidays

India is full of dust, dirt and heat. A place where travellers fight for space on crowded trains and traffic-choked streets. And that’s it, isn’t it?

It isn’t. Venture north, past the teeming cities, through the green lowlands, and up onto the roof of the world. India’s Himalayas are a startling contrast to the rest of the country, and the only way to really get to know them is overland. Buses do connect the larger towns in India, but they won’t take you to the heart of the place.

The Himalayas Image: Flickr/ilkerender

Plenty of travel companies offer overland trips around the Indian Himalaya, in buses or jeeps. They often include an element of trekking, and opportunities to try out other adventure sports. For a tailor-made itinerary, you can often hire a private car and driver: a surprisingly cheap option.

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Books to take travelling

Mark Pawlak    Adventure Sports & Travel Thoughts     Adventure Travel, India, motor biking, thailand, united states

So, you’re packed and ready to go. All that’s left is to decide which books to take. It’s down to taste, no doubt, but there are some books that just beg to be stuffed into your rucksack, to appear thousands of miles later dog-eared and experienced.

So here’s our top three adventure travel books; if you’ve suggestions, just let us know, we’ll include the most popular in Pt2. read more

Mountain Biking in Bhutan

Lianne    Tribe Adventure Travel Blogs     Bhutan, India, Kathmandu, mountain biking

Mountain biking in Bhutan

Read our newest article on Mountain Biking adventures in Bhutan.

Clifford Krolik shares his experiences with us and how he travelled through India, Nepal and Bhutan on his mountain bike exploring the new smells, tastes and culture. Finding new tracks and taking his bike on the downhill tracks, blazing past the stunning scenery is definitely worth experiencing!

‘As daylight wanes, I’m still in awe. I just cannot get over it! There is no end to the majestic mountains, deep Grand Canyon-like valleys, and the intricately painted temples, monasteries and farmhouses perched on cliffs above and below. The bike is my vehicle providing me with an intimate experience in this magical place.’