A traveler mistake in India.
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- čas přidán 2. 12. 2023
- From my hotel in Paharnganj I take a gas powered auto rickshaw ride through the old Delhi with it’s markets, stalls, vendors, cows and many people, to Old Delhi Station to catch a train to Jaipur.
At Old Delhi Station I get on the wrong train believing it to be mine, I have no idea where it was going. After realizing my mistake I manage to get off before it leaves and I eventually find the right train to Jaipur.
Getting on the right train I’m nervous because I booked a chair but could only see sleepers. It turns out I was booked a sleeper instead of a chair which was a nice surprise.
The train ride to Jaipur is a very enjoyable one this time of the year with windows down watching farmland slide by outside while enjoying life inside the train.
Drink and food sellers wander the isles, families eat together, young people hang out, and many take the opportunity to sleep.
There weren’t any other westerners on the third class train which I found surprising as this slower and cheaper form of travel presents the westerner with a fly-on-the-wall experience into Indian life.
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Third class was fine in the 70s when I was young but now I use 2ac lower bunk
The advantage of the lower bunk being you have a view all day. On the top you're a bit enclosed, so I understand why that would be your choice. The seventies would have been a great time to see India.
An ideal traveler, people need to learn from you on travelling-patience, curiosity & most importantly embracing local culture. In a hectic place like India, its upto people to have an open mind, which you have in plenty. Kudos on your commentary too
Obviously people can travel how they are most comfortable but I don't see the reason in going somewhere if you're not interested in living or understanding at least a little about how the people in the country you're visiting live, at least as best you can in the time you have. patience and an open mind are the first two things one should pack for their travels. Thanks for saying hi.
@@fiascodagama1 Travelers to India are usually overwhelmed by the noise, pollution, colors, language, crowd etc particularly if they are not prepared for it. Few who are prepared cope & learn rather than look at the negatives. People from west particularly are not used to the very hostile conditions unless they have travelled around. Kudos to people like you. Would like to see you in the south of India & dont forget to try different cuisines. Very best for your travels.
You seem to be a down-to-earth and courageous person, Wayne. Many travelers try to avoid the exposure from the heat in a non-A/C compartment, but they do offer you more opportunities for both witnessing as well as partaking in genuine interactions with other folks, which you seem to value. Btw, you could also come down from the berth and take a seat below - that chair is included in the same ticket.
Glad i found your channel! I headed to India for a month next March and am also an Australian from Port Macquarie. Keep up the good videos 👍📷
Hey Fishing31, appreciate you dropping by to say hi. India is a blast and maybe the most engaging place I've been to - I hope you enjoy the travel experience in March when you get here. I'm sure you will! Cheers.
I liked the way you speak and explain things. The way you communicate with other people. Hope your channel grows.
That's very generous of you to say, prasannashakya710. Thanks for taking the time to drop by.
Oh my god, have i found a good old anglo gentleman? You are so kind and lovely! Your voice is pretty soothing, Sir! Welcome to India. Have fun.
I'd recommend you should visit east of India as well, if time permits. Patna, Gaya, Kolkata, Shillong.
Thank you, Uzumaki, you're very kind your self. Thanks for the suggestions.
We through enjoyed your vlog sir...👍👍👍 you are very humble gentleman.
Regard ..
Thank you so much, Lomash. I hope to see you again.
Love your Vlogs mate, keep up the great work.
Thanks, rb. Appreciate you taking the time.
I'm a New subscriber ... Good job buddy ... Cheers from Taiwan.
Hey thanks so much, Peter. Really appreciate you giving the channel a try.
India have world largest train system ❤❤i love Indian railway because Indian railway is not more costly ❤❤❤
I'm looking forward to taking more trains - I just love them.
Absoulatley love Jaipur, if I retire in India I think that could be one in the list.
There sure are a lot of contenders as the place to retire, I think.
I'm glad you got back on the right train.
Me too. I have no idea where the other one was going. lol.
@@fiascodagama1 🤣🤣
Delhi to Jaipur, try the double decker train, 12986/Delhi Sarai Rohilla - Jaipur AC Double Decker . Thats even more fun.
Thanks for the heads up. It would be interesting know how many passenger trains actually operate on India rail.
@@fiascodagama1 As of now a total of 22,593 (Twenty two Thousand Five hundred Ninety three) trains operate on Indian Rail.
13,169 passenger trains runs on the Indian Rail EVERY DAY.
1:57 Hahahaha, glad you managed to get off in time before it took you god knows where!
This traveler isn't that bright sometimes. Ha!
It was a good season to travel in non AC, though in extreme summer and winter season it's a big No.
I would have to agree the prospect of traveling in the middle of summer this way would be quite uncomfortable on a long journey, Maneesh.
@@fiascodagama1 yes sir... Being from Armed Forces, I had experienced almost every kind of transportation in almost every terrain of my beautiful country. I like your way of exploring the vast landscape of this amazing place.
Try Konkan railway in South of India which connects Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka states... If you've planned to visit Mumbai and Goa.. Then it's highly recommended... I bet it would be your most memorable train journey through scenic & breathtaking beauty of western ghats ❤
I think train journeys really are one of the best ways to see India and hope to take many more. Thanks.
Please try vande bharat train as well, would love to get review from a foreigner
OK. I'll try to remember the train if I'm going that way. Thanks.
Amazing. It is quite brave of you doing this in a completely different culture
Oh, I'm not sure it's very brave, but it's a lot of fun. Thanks for saying hi.
Immigrants to various nations do that on a daily basis - all the while building new lives from scratch. How exactly is this brave? 😅
@@kc4276 why do they emmigrate?
@@Channu_08for better life i guess
Lucky you got off in time.
It was a bit of a scramble for sure. Indian trains are pretty strict with their times.
Dude, how old are you. You look old and fit at the same time. Cheers from India
Hi ,Sahillaskar, I'm 56 years old and sometimes feel it. lol. I think traveling helps keep me a little bit fit and flexible - I walk a lot. Thanks for saying hi.
1. If you paid 6$ for the ticket you were in the wrong seat. That is the price for 3rd AC sleeper tor 3rd AC Chair Car.
2. You travelled on Non AC Sleeper and the ticket price on that class for Delhi to Jaipur is 3$.
3. Its does not matter which class you travel, it takes the same time since a single train has all these classes in them.
4. Even if you travel on unreserved general class with a 1$ ticket, you will reach at the same time as those travelling 1st AC. Except unreserved general class is for the poorest of the poor and it can be Hell depending on the train.
It was a late purchase through an agent so I considered there may have been an extra charge of sorts. And while it wouldn't matter which seat you had on the same train, different trains I believe take a different amount of time to get to their destination with what I thought would be faster trains consisting of more 2ac and first class cars. But I'm obviously no expert as I'm simply a traveller finding his way. You seem to understand Indian rail very well so I will assume you're a resident here. Thanks for the information.
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Come to Bihar....will take you to Sonepur mela that is very famous here
Thank you for the offer and the suggestion of what to see.
@@fiascodagama1 Sonepur fair... people from every nook and corner come to see this fair.... fortunately u r at a time in India when the fair is organised
Indeed, by traveling in the economy class of the train you surly able to interact with different kind of people. Did you do this to save some bucks or to experience the interaction with locals ? ❤❤❤
Mostly to experience local travel rather than being in a train car with westerners, not that there's anything wrong with wanting to travel with other travelers. I think traveling as locals do is a more rewarding, or authentic, experience. Again though, people should travel how they want, it's just a personal preference. Saving a couple of dollars is also welcome. :)
Visit good standard places too in India.
I hope there's a mix of everything.
Are you travelling Solo ? are you alone sir ? great content !
Traveling solo. I find in older age I have less patience for considering what others want to do. Ha! Just joking, I'm just single. Thanks for taking the time to say hi, and I'm glad you liked the video.
Amazing sir ! enjoy Every Moment !@@fiascodagama1
Australia ain't cheap
You can say that again. I don't recall the cost of living rising as quickly any time previous to the last two years.
book a better class brother, I am an Indian yet I dont travel often in the class you did in trains.
Hi esparian. I'm looking for different experiences in life. Thanks.
@@fiascodagama1 Very well, as you wish. Good luck!
Hello Mister, change your mind ok...why present India negative emerge. Stop this nonsense activity.
I love India. But like every other country it's not perfect.
The third world is not perfect at all. 😅 Anyways travel good places in India. India has both hi-tech and traditional systems. India is one of the largest countries in the world.
I am very disappointed. It's a boring monologue. Unsubscribed
Thanks for trying out the channel anyway, henri, I appreciate it. All the best.
like your content. Keep it up
What a boring about it?
keep it up. Love it ❤
I'm a New subscriber ... Good job buddy ... Cheers from Taiwan.