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   RE: Bangladesh to Darjeeling

   by Giora 28 May 2012

   There's an absolutely wonderful border crossing from Bangladesh to West Bengal at Gaur, where the border consists of the old moat of a…

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   Re: Bangladesh to Darjeeling

   by Travelogbd 28 May 2012

   Hell sweet dear, no need to go back to Kolkata, long journey from Shilliguri. You come to first to Shilliguri, then take a direct AC Bus.…

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   Trekking in Sikkim and Darjeerling area

   by whaleshark 28 May 2012

   Hello, We're planning to do some trekking in the Sikkim and the Darjeerling area in oct this year. With everything changing very fast…

4. 

   Bangladesh to Darjeeling

   by mroseup 28 May 2012

   Hey guys!! Does anyone know if it is possible to travel over land to darjeeling from anywhere in bangladesh. I am trying to avoid going…

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   RE: Delhi to Darjeeling, along the Himalayas

   by John555 27 May 2012

   Kathmandu might be a good start. Make sure you have a double entry Indian visa and 40$s US in cash.

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   RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

   by musafir 27 May 2012

   The tomb of Sher Shah Suri although now very dirty and neglected is one North India's marvels. Name something more worthwhile…

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   RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

   by mr_rush 26 May 2012

   there are a lot of places worth stopping at between patna and varanasi

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   RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

   by musafir 26 May 2012

   after Patna heading towards Benares , Sasaram is worth visiting for the tomb of Sher Shah suri.

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   RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

   by Giora 26 May 2012

   It's as safe as anything in India. I would STRONGLY advise you to use trains while travelling in Bihar. The bus situation in Bihar is…

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    Delhi to Darjeeling, along the Himalayas

    by Bootymarch 25 May 2012

    Hi there. I'm planning a trip to India this December, I estimate it around two or three months. My friend recently got Engaged to an Girl…

11. 

    RE: India in April

    by athingdivine 25 May 2012

    I traveled the south from March 23 to April 23, and yes, by April, it was too damn hot. I had days when I was just roasting in Tamil Nadu.…

12. 

    RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

    by John555 25 May 2012

    From my experience doing that drug run several times I think it is totally harmless.

13. 

    from Darjeeling to Patna

    by andypre 25 May 2012

    Hi guys do you think it's safe backpacking from Darjeeling to Patna? Do you think it's better to take bus or train? Do you know if there…

14. 

    Re: Welcome to our travel blogging community

    by ankitasinha 21 May 2012

    Thanks Brawler Just Came With Darjeeling Part 2..with self made video..have a look! The journey was spectacular,and it was just too perf…

15. 

    Re: Flights Yangon to India

    by phillipking 20 May 2012

    Just a quick follow up to say thanks for the advice. I did as one poster suggested andsent emails to three different travel agents in…

16. 

    Re: age 70 - want to see it all in 5 weeks

    by sjcutrara 12 May 2012

    Thank you for replying. We usually don't see tourists when we travel; we are pretty independent travelers. We can go either October…

17. 

    Sikkim permit questions

    by northbankhighbury 09 May 2012

    Hi guys, I just got my India visa in the mail, and I noticed that the visa says "not valid for restricted areas." Is it still possible…

18. 

    RE: India in July

    by samanthaindia 09 May 2012

    I am not sure but how is the North in monsoon time? I mean it will still be quite hot in July, right, so what about the places people…

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    Re: India - one month - October 2012 to travel to Ini

    by fdbaz 08 May 2012

    I'm sure by now you have detected that various people have various travel styles, various preferences, etc. Hard to tell what yours might…

20. 

    RE: India - one month - October 2012 to travel to Ini

    by mattyboy876 07 May 2012

    I would lose Darjeeling, Jaipur, Jodhpur & Ooty. So if you are heading to Nepal, if you are going overland then you want to finish your…

21. 

    Travel companion wanted - India in end of Sep for 11 days

    by katelovem83 06 May 2012

    Well, not interested in anywhere else but India. No idea if i will die there, so is better to find a travel companion if i can Places…

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    RE: Trip report Darjeeling – Sikkim – Bihar –Varanasi

    by romel 05 May 2012

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    RE: where to in india??

    by romel 05 May 2012

    If you get time please visit Darjeeling. I like the place too much. If you guys get some more time I will be very glad to invite you…

24. 

    Gay friends in India

    by Mdoc1980 05 May 2012

    Hi guys I'm a 32 year old, outgoing and broad minded guy from London, currently travelling in India! In Delhi this weekend and then…

25. 

    RE: Sikkim permit withhout original passport possible?

    by azurespirit 05 May 2012

    I traveled to Sikkim with a friend from UK in August last year. We entered from the Rangpo pass, coming from New Jalpaguri, and the authori…