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6 things to do in Kalpa, India: Hilltop town in the Kinnaur Valley
Kalpa in the Kinnaur valley is a remote Himalayan village in India where time seems to have stood still. Just a few shops and dhabas (small restaurants) make up its town centre with numerous homestays dotted around the apple orchards. Kalpa offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the Kinnaur valley, with snow capped peaks…
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Is India safe for solo female travellers? My tips & real experiences
I travelled to India for a total of 3 months in the spring of 2024, both alone and as a couple with my boyfriend. I have travelled to many Indian states from the south to the north of India and accumulated experience and tips on how to safely travel in India as a solo female…
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Hitchhiking in India: The ultimate guide
Here at Meet us on the Road, we’re no strangers to hitchhiking. Having travelled all over Asia, hitchhiking wherever possible, we’ve learnt a thing or two about how, when and importantly why you should try hitchhiking on your next adventure. Not only will you save money on public transport, you will probably have some of…
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Waichin Valley trek guide: From Malana to mountain paradise
Away from the psytrance parties and backpackers of Tosh and Kasol in the Parvati Valley, is the Malana Valley. Malana is an ancient town, purported by some to be the world’s oldest democracy. The inhabitants are believed to be direct descendants of Alexander the Great himself! Just a short 5 kilometer walk from the remote…
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15 day Rajasthan itinerary: A tour of top places to visit!
During our 2 months in India, the region of Rajasthan in the north was the most intense place we visited. The sheer number of people, the chaos and the animals in the streets would exhaust even the most experienced travellers. Those travelling to Rajasthan must prepare themselves for an intense journey, full of persistent stares,…
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Holi in Pushkar: What to expect as a foreigner! (an honest review)
In online articles and instagram posts we have always seen spectacular photos and romanticised descriptions of the Indian festival Holi, also called the ‘festival of colours’, with young people and families embracing and enjoying throwing coloured powder at each other. But is the festival of colours really as it is described? Our experience unfortunately resembled…
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Kutla village trek guide: A Parvati valley mountain paradise
The Parvati Valley has no shortage of great treks, hikes and hilltop villages to spend a few days. But unlike the more popular towns of Tosh and Kasol, Kutla is still almost untouched by tourism. During our 2 weeks discovering the Parvati Valley we found no calmer and more peaceful place than Kutla. In our…
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7 things to do in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan’s “Golden City”
Jaisalmer, the “Golden City” of Rajasthan in India, is situated far, far West, on the border of Pakistan. Nestled amongst the dunes of the Thar desert, Jaisalmer is an oasis in this hot and arid region. Exploring its “living fort” is like stepping back in time to the period of the Rajputs, and having a…
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11 things to do in Jaipur, the “Pink City” of Rajasthan
Jaipur, capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan, is known as the ‘Pink City’. This city earned its nickname due to the pink colour of its buildings, painted so in 1876 to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria, during his visit to India. The pink colour was chosen because it symbolises hospitality in Rajasthani…
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8 things to do in Jodhpur, the “Blue city” of Rajasthan
Jodhpur, the “Blue city” of Rajasthan, is the second largest city by population in Rajasthan. Historically the capital of the Mawar kingdom, it has remained the cultural centre of Rajasthan for over 500 years since its founding in the 15th century. Today, Jodhpur is a cultural and historical marvel to explore. From its ancient forts…
