Driving Our UK Van Across INDIA is Harder Than we Thought! [S9-E50]

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[@TREADtheglobe]

We're having a party and you're invited. Want to come or want more info then watch this short video kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5enooOFltpraJI We cant wait to meet you soon. Chris & Marianne xx🎉🥳

[@ginost7]

why analyse traffic behaviour? just go with the flow AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE GOOD BRAKES!!

[@ginost7]

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE AN ACCIDENT? IF YOU RUN OVER A COW, IT IS WORSE THAN IF YOU DID IT TO A PERSON.

[@ginost7]

ONCE IN A LIFE TIME EXPERIENCE: watching on YT a middle age english couple driving across india

[@ginost7]

bit late to have doubts at 21:32

[@seemabawani9042]

@TREADtheglobe Hello Chris and Marianne...since you are in India, try to go visit Pakistan as well... If you enter thru Wagah border...the closest city of Lahore is the most historical. Northern Pakistan has breathtaking natural beauty...three mountain ranges converge in the north...the Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindukush. There're many valleys, lakes, river, orchards, glaciers, little mountain towns, etc. If you go to the northern border with China...central Asian countries are within a few hours drive from there. Maybe you can get some kind of transit visa for a few hours, just to drive thru the corridor from Pakistan to a central Asian nation. Then you can continue your drive thru central Asia as you had previously planned ‼

[@KR_OG]

Hi guys, I just stumbled upon your great adventure video. I observed 2 things: 1. Toll payment: In India, the toll is deducted electronically via an RFID Fastag, tagged to your vehicle plates/number. Since it's from the UK you can't obtain them. The rule is to pay double the toll if you don't have the Fastag. So, you'd have to pay double for tolls. 2. Mobile connection: In India, movble connections are pretty cheap. I would suggest you visit a JIO center and get yourselves 2 prepaid sim cards. If you're in Kolkata again, please do let me know. I would love to help you. Welcome to India!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for these tips 🙏

[@amitdube13]

​​@@TREADtheglobe As to your question -"Why you're being charged DOUBLE TOLL whien you pay in Cash is because YOU'RE DELAYING the entire Toll collection process.... You must've noticed people honking like mad behind you.... Simply bcoz you're taking too long! Im sorry but having traveled in Euro4 too, Id say India today is far better connected Online than Europe.... RFID FasTag Toll collection is one such system. Pretty soon we'll have a GPS based toll collection system coming. Have a nice journey.

[@amitdube13]

India to many....rather most of English may look Chaotic... But believe me its so Damn Safe.... Given the situation in UK today...where even born UK citizens cant probab5 enter (Sharia Zones )....India is 500% Safer than UK whatever you might perceive sitting far away.

[@AbiARDH.Official]

I'm not afraid driving in India...but I'm more afraid that if my horn is broken..

[@thecomment9489]

true

[@pahalwanathiest]

Lo l 😂😂

[@Corazon_KAIZOKU]

LOL , same here.

[@HermionefromAustralia001]

OMG - we are so stressed watching you two navigate& negotiate ! Hats off to you both!

[@foilrider2000]

Me too, not my choice 😮

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks 🙏🌷

[@pkshome123]

They made the wrong road choice. Instead of getting into Highways and express ways they opted to use small town and country roads. They should know that India is a country of 1.4 Billion population, so the town roads are definitely crowded. Nothing to be surprised about.

[@mickstupp6300]

After all this, city driving in the UK will be a piece of cake. Mirror, signal, HORN, manoeuvre!

[@aryan6536]

Depends on your location in the UK. There are plenty of food delivery drivers from India and other Indians who live in the UK who think they are driving in India.

[@mickc7388]

@@aryan6536 Thats why our Councils deliberately excavate thousands of pot-holes for them, to make them feel at home.

[@A_Mukherjee19]

Uk and in general, the European roads are a lot safer that the Indian roads. Gotta move out of India some day

[@marknewell7160]

The lorries use indicators designed by BMW. Never meant to be used. 😅

[@seekingjoynow1722]

I traveled in India in 1972. It hasn't changed. The traffic was scarey then too. You two are really troopers.

[@dipnarayanmukherjee3655]

No changes since 1972 😯😯😯 You are requested to come again to witness the changes! Of course, you have to keep in mind that you are coming to a developing country and also which is the most populated country in the world.

[@manasmishra8945]

Lol 1000% changes from 1972

[@praveenpayiran]

@@dipnarayanmukherjee3655 he probably is comparing it to the 1972 south india to the current video which is more less accurate

[@praveenpayiran]

@@manasmishra8945 compare 1970s madras videos to this video you wont find many changes

[@vinibusisanga1754]

​@@manasmishra8945Yes 1000% percent changed, it's more garbage now then 70's

[@roaming_bear]

와 인도까지 가셨군요. 한국에 계실 때부터 보기 시작했는데, 저도 이번 봄에 일본에서부터 여행을 시작했는데 그 덕분에 바빠져서 오랜만에 영상을 보게 되네요. 저는 지금 오키나와에 와있습니다. 전에도 대단하시다고 생각했지만, 실제로 여행을 하면서 영상을 만든다는 것이 얼마나 어려운 일인지 이제 몸으로 느끼고 있네요. 제 몸은 오키나와에 있지만 영상 제작 속도는 너무 느려서 1개월 전 영상을 만들고 있거든요..🥹 인도 여행 많이 기대됩니다. 안전운전하세요!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Don't give up !! You can do it - just keep going !! It is not easy and until you try you can not understand the logistics of travelling, working and uploading whilst on the road - but we encourage you to do it and we wish you success on your KZbin Journey - Kind regards Marianne and Chris 🙌🌺💪

[@Aaron-P]

Loved how the camera stayed on the young man in the red shirt until he wrenched up the courage to look Chris in the face, and his apprehension melted into a big smile. 😁 Marianne truly adapted to the driving culture so quickly! Chris, as well. He looked a downright comfortable copilot. A tollway penalty for using cash?! No "pay now cheaper" in India, I guess... 🤣🤣 I wonder how Ferris Bueller would fare in India. "Stop & Look Around Once In A While" is a great philosophy, just make sure you're well off the road!! Really looking forward to next week's video! ❤️❤️😎👍xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

Ha ha - I love your comments ... thanks for being such a great friend to us 🌺

[@SpicyEngineer]

Marianne is such an amazing driver. There is no way I would ever attempt to drive in India and she handles those roads like she have been driving them for years. Stay safe you two!

[@paulphillips3783]

A couple of weeks ago it was ancient oriental monasteries, lush green tranquil landscapes and spiritual walks up picturesque mountains. This week it's cows, navigating an asteroid field of people and tuk-tuks, honking and potholes. What a contrast!

[@arjunraj823]

India is huge and empty. It has the most arable land in the world.

[@amitsolomonahsan]

Hi guys, I am Amit from India. I really appreciate your decision/guts to drive through India. It is super hard, fustrating, mentally straining and super super dangereous to drive here. People/ vehicles/two wheeled motorcycles/cars/cows/goats/dogs/e rickshaws etc etc can literally pop out from any where on road , even from top of your vehicle also😂. people love here to overtake from ALL sides of the road, most preferably from the left and this becomes a very dangerous scene mostly 2 wheelers and cars. one needs to keep an eye on both sides of road (calculating and predicting the moves of the people standing on the edge of road) instead of focusing on the centre and traffic ahead. drivers here hava a very bad habbit of swaying and turing on any available side left or right without giving any indication (specially the two wheelers /e rickshaws and they do not regret their move at all). People honk a loooooot they simply loooove it infact they subconsciously honk it . (It is getting into our DNA now)😂. What i think the reason for honking is that the driver do not honk to make the vehicle ahead to move or to take any action, but to simply make him aware that there a vehicle at his back and not try to do any monkey business on the rod swaying, turing or suddenly break checking the vehicle behind. this honking has now become a defense strategy or a survival technique now. Pot holes can really damage the suspension of vehicle, do mark any repair workshops on maps for your route. Indian weather is unforgiving specially may and june in north india. Do not eat any street food or drink water which is not packed. I would suggest to get 5 to 10 L of water boiled for drinking at ur hotels. being healthy and keeping safe is of utmost priority. all the very best for the journey ahead. By the way do you have plans to visit kanpur en route. I live in Kanpur (uttar pradesh) love to have a 5 mins with you guys... stay safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for all of these tips 🙏🌺 kind regards Marianne and Chris xx

[@Suraj-Verma_]

This is a total waste of time. Padhai likhai Karo or desh ka naam Roshan karo.

[@kollolsharma8928]

Chaat le

[@pelinbulent4892]

Are there any female drivers in your town? You should watch all of their videos from day 1 when they started the world drive in January 2020

[@sanskritbroadcaster]

I think he mentioned his story not Indian 😅.Bro i think your DNA was deteriorated due to negativity.

[@marwwatson7107]

My mom and I (she's 106) have watched you since the beginning of your journey but she was so worried about you in India she said she couldn't watch because she was afraid she'd have a heart attack! Lol !

[@TREADtheglobe]

Please do tell her not to worry 😉🌷

[@ApulicaOfficial]

and britishers ki**ed thousands of same aged Indian grannys in 200 yrs..now yur granny is concerned and yoy are concerned about ur granny. how selfish

[@christopherparker4001]

Chris in Thailand,14 yrs here,thought driving here chaotic,so love you both,your the best Marianne,so cool,calm and collected,does Chris drive? Best of luck to you both😘

[@vk33771]

The "No Spitting" sign at the end 😂

[@daveshongkongchinachannel]

I was just about to comment on that too! It confirms that you're in a high class establishment.

[@cyrusavesta223]

Hilarious 😂

[@karenteng3183]

Both of you have chosen each other,the perfect travel partner.awesome couple.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you 🙌 we feel lucky to have found each other 🌺

[@RajendranSinappan]

Great Driving in India. Chris and Marianne both of you very humble and down to earth people. I like the way Chris narrates all the happenings around very subtle and calm speaking. Didn't see him getting upset in any way. Very coool in every move. Hats off to both of you. Keeping going.

[@user-co4pv4oj2d]

I have to say some of the accomodation you have found looks so good & clean & comfortable !! I once had a thing about perhaps visiting India, however now i have gone off the idea 😅 you are certaintly two very brave people ! Goodluck for the duration & onward journey 🙂

[@stephenworthington-white8294]

I met a nice family that cooked dinner for me on a dried cow dung patty fire. The bread was cooked directly on the coals! It was delicious. Happy Travels

[@CandycaneBeyond]

Thank you, I had no idea what it was for.

[@donkeykong516]

I’m sure it had dungy flavor, lol

[@janeyoung4844]

How did we end up driving across Northern Indian ? Living life love ❤️ Precious moment . Absolutely beautiful .❤

[@lindataylor6093]

Marianne, when you shouted at that lorry you were coming through😂😂😂😅. I'm impressed with how lovely the hotels are. Stay safe. ❤

[@sylviau7901]

As if the driving wasn’t intense enough. Watching an ‘edge of the seat’ show to relax.😂 Marianne has nerves of steel and a soft heart (giving flowers). Chris keeps us entertained with his narration. You guys rock! India the most spiritual civilization in the world. Amazing!

[@JeromeWood]

Thanks so much. This one brought me right back to memories of driving in India 60 years ago. I cheer you on.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it - love to you both xx

[@1BIGFROGGY]

Great driving! You may need to have Trudy's suspension checked in the next country you go to after this leg!

[@dharmaqueen]

We have just had our first trip in our old/new VW van and inspired and excited by how you guys do it. We have had a blast. Love your videos.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Woo Hoo - That is great to hear !! Enjoy xx

[@Michdmb190]

Thank you for taking us along to see India. I know I’ll never have the opportunity to visit (not on my bucket list) but I’m able to see it through your eyes. What a busy, crazy, noisy video!!! I admire Marianne’s driving skills. I don’t know how she avoids all the bikes, buses, trailers, cows, dogs & potholes coming at her!!!!

[@foilrider2000]

A complete nightmare 😢

[@jamesstevens2591]

Having been through many of the states in India on so many roads I’m always in awe at how skilled are most of the drivers - especially given how challenging are most of the roads. Marianne, you make it look so easy to drive there. I’m sure it isn’t, but you make look like a breeze - the mark of a real pro. Happy trails. Looking forward to your next video.

[@VedaSay]

Horn is generally a gentle way of saying "coming through" in crowded parts. Give like a small beep...like a nudge.... People won't be offended by that. Its safer too since most expect you to give that beep when you pass.

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Chris and Marianne. Those roads are absolutely crazy but Marianne is absolutely incredible driver. Thanks for letting us ride along with y’all on y’all’s journey around the world 🌎.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for coming with us 🌺

[@malcblakey7828]

Maryanne if driving was in the Olympics, you would take Gold…Well done… Great footage….😊😅

[@TREADtheglobe]

Awwh Thanks 😉🌷

[@markereyna2363]

I am impressed with whatever GPS Road Maps you are using! Gets you where you are going. 👍

[@markereyna2363]

Prior to my retirement, some of the nicest coworkers I had who were from India were the nicest people I could ever meet. Great privilege.❤️

[@VedaSay]

32:08 The orange flower blossoms. Those are kesuda flowers. Holi was played with color made from those flowers only. It turned chemical toxic in last 30 yrs. Notice how they are full bloom around holi. Or basically holi is around when they are in full bloom.

[@QuicknStraight]

I have said this many times: India should be on everyone's bucket list. I lived and worked there for 5 years and was able to see all of the country, even hard to get into places, like Kashmir (at that time you needed a special permit), through my work contacts. It's an incredible country and you put up with all its foibles because it's got so many incredible sights and such wonderful people. And the Ganges, at sunrise, in Banaras (as it's my habit to call Varanasi), is one of the great sights.

[@robscovell5951]

It's hypnotically relaxing watching you weave along the roads.

[@darwinstubbie860]

I just came back from Chiang Rai and watched this episode. This is something else. This is adventurism that I don't need. Good on you for having the guts to do this and showing us the real India.

[@crivensro]

Another gripping / nailbiting cross country adventure! I keep my fingers crossed you don't blow a tire on those awful roads 😝😵‍💫😵! Definitely upgrade Trudy's Horn: what about a really loud ship foghorn 😉? You can buy a Pop-Up Mosquito Net Tent which adapts to your hotel bed everywhere, they are cheap and can be stored flat. It saves my life when travelling in mosquito infested areas. I love your gorgeous red shirt Marianne! It suits you!

[@LordKarma101]

Hahahaha....that was one hell of a fun road ride and i have to say lovely Marianne passed with flying colours! She definitely rocks!

[@tinajohnson8303]

Girl you have skills! I have been on the edge of my seat since episode S 8 46 lol. You guys rock. Hope you can continue your travels without much mishaps. Thanks for sharing your life!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you! Will do!

[@johnguru9126]

Good choice of sitar music - set's the mood nicely. First class videos, many thanks for sharing your trip.

[@waynej747]

I can’t get over the amount of garbage everywhere.

[@pamelapati1219]

That was a shocker for me too, horns and trash everywhere along with crazy driving. Very unorganized is true.

[@susantosi695]

And no one ever sweeping (or shoveling). Just walk right by…what a dirty place.

[@Pammellam]

I have been to India as well. There is trash everywhere. One thing that is interesting, I have seen some videos of Pakistan. It seems much much cleaner. Pakistan was part of India long ago, but it is much cleaner. Similar people but different outcomes. But some young people in Mumbai are starting to clean up the rivers and ocean front. Maybe things will change for the better if more young people take pride in their country.

[@s.12330]

Corruption is one of the reason lots municipalities just award contracts to private companies and don't supervise them.

[@foilrider2000]

A bit like LA.

[@annrimmington8690]

My nerves are shot just watching, preferred you not moving for a year in a car park in Turkey 😂😂 amazing driving Marianne,, nerves of steel! What an experience 👏

[@alisonlee3314]

Totally agree! But I'm glad they've done India so that I don't have to!!

[@p.k.953]

0:29 Him: "Worst road possible" Us: "That's one of the best street road we've ever seen... plain, straight and clean...!!!"

[@jamesshong966]

Speaking of mosquitoes, I thot I noticed a mozzie flying inside Trudy on windscreen at about 30'.

[@thecomment9489]

"Ninja potholes" 🤣🤣🤣 So funny.

[@repaid1]

“Fear is temporary. Regret is permanent. Adventure is taking a chance because it’s better than the question mark if you don’t.” quote from Dan Skinner. I assume your opening "Quote" is a variation on the original...now back to your video and India driving nightmares. 😉😋

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks !!

[@steverussell4817]

Re your issues with the dreaded mosquitoes....try and get some mosquito coils.....they burn like a coiled joss stick...but the work...I used them in Singapore.. Malaysia...Sri Lanka...and Belize.....😊

[@gailstevens6831]

And use mosquito nets

[@j.g.7054]

We really enjoy your videos! This series in India is particularly fascinating! We also enjoy learning the different words people use arround the world to explain the same thing. For instance - in the USA we say "people are honking at us" and you say "people are horning at us" - Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us!!! XXOO

[@sharonanderson5794]

Heard of hooting the horn … honking the horn but not horning the horn!

[@sjbict]

most in UK say honking.

[@sharongillis4531]

@@sjbicton Australia we say toot the horn.

[@anuardalhar6762]

Because they are really horny.

[@CandycaneBeyond]

Do you say shopping 🛒 cart or buggy?

[@victorkent768]

Not always a fan of vlogs just showing the driving. But hey this is better than the 10000s of site arrivals in the UK.. you smashed it Marianne

[@motr1912]

I know its different culture and all that but driving in India just looks like hell on earth 😂

[@Yatri234]

8:11 Background music ( Sitar & Tabla combination ) is superb 👌👌

[@SilverFoxDeux]

Marianne totally picked out the music!

[@SilverFoxDeux]

And your driving. WTH

[@SilverFoxDeux]

And I love Chris' laugh

[@TREADtheglobe]

Ha ha - thank you - it is in fact Chris who does all of the video production side of Tread the Globe 😉🌷

[@gmcanberraaustralia]

It's doing my head in looking at the driving, dip my hat to you both.

[@chirasirisambhand8274]

India is an exceptional country, full of mystery and beauty……just as long as you know where they are, otherwise you must be vigilant and alert at all times. Drive safely and enjoy India. Since you don’t have any other choice! BTW, if you don’t Honk in India you’re unusual.

[@fayew2176]

I love how you say hello to all the animals on the way😊 (I do the same) and your 'whoopsies' every now and then. I live in a quaint hill station in South India surrounded by tea estates and eucalyptus trees. I am amazed at your patience on the road... You probably would have found South India different though the driving is pretty much as chaotic... a lot more traffic jams for sure. All the best for the rest of your trip. 😊

[@TREADtheglobe]

😊 thank you - One day we hope to do the south ... Kind regards Marianne 🌺

[@Yashu_bs]

In India, all tolls are cashless since few months. So if you are paying by cash then there will be a penalty. To Pay cashless, you need to have a fastag sticker on your vehicle which will be linked to your bank account and the money will be debited as and when you pass through a toll booth. I am not sure of the formalities as to how you can get a fastag for a vehicle without Indian registration. If you get one installed then things will be very easy for you.

[@fungusfoong9080]

I love those short quotes at the beginning of each video.

[@johnshores4745]

I always wanted to visit India but looking at where you guys are driving through I wont be there in a hurry

[@ELCEV]

My bucket list just got a hole, this country fell out the bottom 😅

[@pffyespff]

I've never wanted to visit India... and now I still don't want to, and I've been to Haiti, Tanzania and Cambodia.

[@janavanbeelen8489]

Definitely not on my bucket list

[@Ok....-]

Seems like gotta change ma priority

[@techandunbox_]

There are hundreds of good places in India Don't develop a bad image about India by seeing a part of an underdeveloped town.

[@kkumar888]

If you had passed through Bihar state, you should have visited BodhGaya. Bodhgaya is a place where Buddha got enlightenment.

[@josephdaly3327]

I think we could all write a book, on this episode alone!....Like the last one, it's been an absolute thrill ride. And talking of "Stealth Cow" Chris, that should be Marianne's new nickname. She's taken the bull by the horn, and mooving through that traffic like a udder native. She's a fully fledged Scru(tinous) driver now!

[@janakiramnallamothu3020]

For viewers who might have formed an impression of India based on these videos, let's avoid overgeneralizing. The city chosen to land in and the journey to Mumbai may depict a specific region, but India's landscape and culture vary significantly across its states. While the chaos on Indian roads can be daunting for newcomers, it's a reality we've adapted to. Recognizing this complexity is essential. India's space program, like NASA's research, contributes to scientific advancement and national development, independent of on-ground realities. Just as different aspects of a country can coexist, so too can technological achievements and the hustle of daily life. So, while acknowledging India's complexity and challenges, it's important not to paint the entire country with a broad brush based on limited perspectives.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes agreed - we are excited to be driving across to Jaiselmer before heading down to Mumbai - so much countryside to see !! Kind regards Marianne

[@knightofceylon-ms1us]

NASA hasn't done anything to the development of your grassroots. It's just an absurd comment to justify the negatives. I have travelled India widely, only a few cities have developed but once you get out of the city perimeter its ridiculously bad. I have travelled Tanzania, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya and Mozambique but absolutely super motorways to travel. Unfortunately, India is one of the filthiest countries I have ever been to.

[@abhi1716]

@@knightofceylon-ms1usonce you get over your nastiness, just check the expressways in India. If you do want to travel via chaotic highways, these things would be a part of journey. Carry on with your mindset.

[@knightofceylon-ms1us]

@@abhi1716 Truth hurts mate, I have travelled your so called expressways..lol.. its kind of amazing thing for those who haven't ventured across to other countries where there Expressways are more, safer, neat, beautiful just an example just go down south to Sri Lanka where you would see expressways ten times better than yours. I'm not even asking you to check our motorways as it would be a tad bit harsh on your ego. Just check out the neighbourhood, China is no comparison so I'm not gonna ask you to travel there either or Japan..lol...just check out the Lahore-Islamabad expressway probably much better than what I travelled in India Agra - Delhi expressway. Its not the mindset, its the comparison as you guys boast so much without substance.

[@danhoang6335]

Wow! what a stark contrast between two most crowded countries, China and India.

[@leophotographyhk5248]

it was similar in China 40 years ago, yet still a bit better than this.

[@TheBears5348]

How do I pay tolls in India? STEPS FOR FASTAG USE: Affix the tag on your vehicle* Maintain sufficient balance in your Prepaid Account** Zip through toll plazas without stopping to pay cash.

[@TREADtheglobe]

We were told that you need an indian address and reg number for the fast tag and that it doesnt accept foreign vehicles

[@ken.northeast]

Mind the potholes, Richard. Hyacinth bucket. And the wallpaper.

[@markjlewis]

The large bridge (14:19) over the river had very dodgy looking barriers on each side. I doubt if they would stop anything other than a small tuk-tuk from crashing through them in the event of an accident.

[@mariadange06]

The most challenging but equally the most interesting part of your journey. Looking forward to your experience of Varanasi, hope you got to see the Aarti sunset ceremony performance on The Ganges.

[@DarthFurball]

You've got nerves of cold steel Marianne! Awesome 😎

[@alexandral6273]

Your are an INCREDIBLE team ! Your driving and filming are awesome ! I hope you are having a wonderful day. 😊

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Alex, you too !! 🌺

[@VedaSay]

39:27 Yes there you go. Its not penalty. India is trying to make it 100% digital so to discourage cash there are charges. Was not aware of it since FastTag is so easy get.

[@rajendrawagh1438]

Why you are paying double instead you purchase FASTTAG it will be useful for travelling all over India . If you don’t have this tag then you have to pay double as Penalty every time . Have a nice travel in India 🎉😊

[@lynnechandony3697]

Love your videos. Cannot wait for next week. My dream was drive Durban to Egypt but unfortunately it is too dangerous. But it was a good dream. Africa is beautiful.

[@albertvandeventer8325]

Do it.

[@magdavanzyl6141]

Africans will always help you. Do it❤​@@albertvandeventer8325

[@alrightdave6135]

Just do it

[@Pammellam]

Do you carry mosquito repellent or those mosquito coils? They work very well.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes repellent and coils too !!

[@annemackle3625]

You deserve a prize for driving Marianne. I follow the channel Those Happy Days, they travelled through India in a tuk tuk. I think they went across India the first time then south to north but it was completely different from the India you are seeing. Some places not so nice but most were really lovely. Hope you get to these places soon. I'm amazed at how lovely your hotels have been considering what you have driven through.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Anne - it has been full on fun that is for sure !! 😉🌺

[@sgmuser]

Im an Indian returned after 20 years outside of India. I stopped driving after 3 months as india is hell when it comes to driving. No discipline no rules and no roads. Everything drives in opposite direction even in highways. Police is non existent. They are focused on bribe. Not on anything else.

[@bboysaurabh]

Why you return??

[@kunalkoch3949]

You shouldn't return to india,you should move permanently to outside foreign country rather than coming to India,😢😂

[@amlanjyoti2]

Traffic sense and management is non existent

[@dkay4993]

You’re doing well guys! Pot holes, cows, tuk-tuks, toll booths - you’ve got them all!! You do keep calm and carry on! Impressive every video! 🚌🚌

[@ln5588]

Just came across this channel. Love watching . Though the traffic is bad you do not see much road rage. Everyone s used to giving way.

[@marymick3402]

What an adventure you are having. Thanks for bringing a glimps of India to us. 🤗

[@TREADtheglobe]

More to come!

[@subhadeepghosh2607]

Suddenly got your videos poped on my feed, It was very greatfull to have someone like you guys filming out my cities, I guess Madam really did a commendable job for someone beginner to my city like Her. Please Let us know by whenever you guys planned to visit India next time, will have pleasure meeting you Guys.

[@UncleDougDeli]

Do you ever stop for meals? Is the foods and drinks here safe for consumption? Many warn of stomach ache and diarrhoea.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi - yes we ate in the hotels and kept it basic - but we both still got the right of passage ... Delhi Belly !!

[@MuratK1981]

Well thank you for showing most dirty places in the world so I take it out of my bucket list

[@HP24X7]

Dirty hmmmm. This is my BHARAT not your colony. Your forefathers were stolen wealth from everywhere of the world. Thieves.

[@sfchong6144]

When in India, go with the flow. Don't fight it.

[@vivekkumar-ze3kk]

if you drive around south of India. its more pleasant, roads are wide and clean. there is more to explore in South of India

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Vivek - on this expedition to get around the world the route has changed many times and due to visa issues we have shipped to Kolkata to drive across to Jaisalmer and then to Mumbai to ship to South Africa - so on this trip we are not heading south - kind regards Marianne

[@surajv2622]

just get fast tag .... there is no restriction for anyone.....

[@mariadange06]

They dont have an Indian address to apply for one.

[@sdssdsaia9041]

Maybe you could consider ur next driving trip in China, we have great infrastructure, beautiful sights, friendly people.

[@Goodmorning-yg3ji]

印度已经是世界第一了，很快超越美国，我们中国还很落后，要努力奋斗，以后美印争霸天下

[@AbCd-xg2rr]

and covid too 😂

[@spiekd]

@@AbCd-xg2rr And delicious bat soup .🤣

[@AbCd-xg2rr]

@@spiekd right 😆

[@karavantutkusu]

Dear Mariane & Krist! I am really impressed by the video. It was full of humour. India looks like as if it is another planet. Have a nice trip there🙋‍♂️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you !!

[@magssnoops]

Loving your Indian videos. Marianne, you are a driver super star. Thinking of when we were in Türkiye, a guy told us, that the name Dolmuş (mini bus) means full to over flowing. My goodness India takes that to the extreme 😅 love it!

[@dahmooren]

Did you catch the road sign behind the gentleman wearing a red shirt at time 4:08? The sign screams "run for your life!". Funny.

[@bobbyeapen6049]

I have anxiety just watching you navigate through the chaos... hope you have a safe journey... CrAzYnEsS

[@Dingo-x]

The M25 at rush hour looks like a breeze compared to the traffic on those roads!

[@anupchakravorty7720]

The idea of a digitally lnked wi-fi fast TAG card is to reduce crowding and speed up throughputs at the Toll Gates, and also for increasing compliance. This actually helped in the busier routes like those around New Delhi. To implement fast TAg faster, it is correctly decided that cash toll shall be charged twice the normal rate. You could have simply bought a TAG card which is easy and fast to get, stuck it up on your front windscreen, and zoom through the tolls without discussion. No rockets here !

[@davidclark1545]

We used to train people out in India, couldn’t get anyone to go there in the end.

[@rusty4078]

Regarding penalty, if you enter a FASTag lane (Electronic toll collection) without a valid FASTag, you'll be liable to pay double the toll amount.

[@TheKombiChronicles]

Brings back memories (nightmares) of driving through Colombia. Washed out roads and thousands of motorbikes. Ecuador was a pleasant surprise after 6 months in Colombia 😂 You're edging closer to home now guys. We're planning on popping back in July for a month. Will be my first time back in 5 years. Imagining it to be a massive culture shock after 4 and a half years in Latin America.

[@roseogrady8785]

Ouch..Oh how good to end with a lovely Hotel...Well earned.

[@devanparameshwaranparamesh198]

If you guys are planning to travel on Indian highways, please do get a "Fastag" prepaid sticker. Otherwise you will have to pay more at the toll plaza.

[@devanparameshwaranparamesh198]

Most of the toll Plaza's will have vendors selling fastag. Please do check it out. If you pay cash they will charge to double the rate.

[@MrDeepakvasudev]

Despite having motorsport experience driving across Indian subcontinent is always a challenge for me. People simply point their vehicles in the direction they want to go. Like vignette in Europe we have fast tag here.

[@eltoro6064]

This is like taking me on a road trip with you, sitting on your lap. Great. Sometimes I search the faces of those pedestrians crossing the road, or walking pass your van, and I wonder what is going on with their lifes. If only you can set up a chat with the locals, language barrier besides.

[@bomul7669]

There are cows, motorcycles, cars, people, all obstacles on the road. This is crazy.

[@ummshivam]

only if govt allot just mere 1% of military budget on improving these thing , it would revamp in a jiffy .

[@prakhars962]

Varanasi is my Hometown. It is so old that a town planning was not possible. The roads you are driving on are compartively okay.

[@caseychy12]

There is no lane in India?

[@paulstorey4118]

One time in India I slept with my right foot not covered by net , in the morning I stopped after counting 200 bites