We Travelled FIRST CLASS To OOTY By Train (Foreigners Travel To India)
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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- Foreigners travel to India, ditch their vehicle, and travel first class by train to Ooty, Tamil Nadu, South India
The Ooty Toy Train from Mettupalayam is the best train journey we have been on probably in the world. A stream train pushing up into the Nilgiri Hills #Ooty #Toytrains #IndiaTravel
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Our overall plan in India is to travel via rickshaw/tuk tuk from the South to North (if it's possible?) The next leg of our journey is to travel the rest of the way through Tamil Nadu and then Karnataka
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What an amazing place India is, and the elephants were brilliant. Fabulous video.
Glad you enjoyed it
When u r making a plan to visit India!!!
My grandmother grew up in Coonoor, near Ooty. The heritage railway that pulls you up to ooty was such a part of her life. During those days, Ooty was apparently a lot more colder and you used to find ice collected in the buckets etc..those happy days haha !😊 Also I see a little board saying Coimbatore junction is celebrating 150 years ! That’s 150 years of legacy in that part of Tamilnadu ! Also another fun fact is that the Indian broad gauge is bigger than the European standard gauge and can carry a lot more people.
Sleeper class is not one below third class. It’s below three tier ac, which still sleeps 8, but is air conditioned. Above three tier ac is the two tier ac, which sleeps 6 per seat row. First class sleeps 4 per row and has its own doors for privacy.
The Ooty steam train is actually an oil fired steam locomotive and not a coal powered one !
Ah wow your train knowledge is great 👍
@@ThoseHappyDays If you plan to go to Shimla in Himachal Pradesh in North India then there is also a similar type of train that runs from Kalka to Shimla and that journey is also very picturesque though I have not taken this Ooty train so I can not compare, but that one is also really good and a bit cheap in terms of price then this one as well.
Awesome!! I'm a big fan of the jungle, chocolate and slow gorgeous train journeys, so I am definitely adding this to my plans for my India visit!
You must
If you are into like this kind of trips then i would suggest you to ..try
Himalayan queen (same steam engine toy train) runs between kalka and shimla ..
And another one is Darjeeling Himalayan railway ( its the highest working toy train in the world)
Everyone should definitely try both of them...once in their lifetime
Me too
I’ve been to Shimla in northern India. The British governing body used to travel to Shimla to escape the hot Delhi heat. The treaty giving India independence was signed in Shimla. Shimla looks like an English town in many ways , it has a church with a spire
and a town hall like many town halls in England! To get there I travelled on a similar narrow gauge railway through stunning scenery!
Shimla is in Himachal Pradesh with 98% hindu population and yeah there are still some signs of British colonial period thanks for visiting our country 🥰🇮🇳
@@ABGURUKUL🗿🗿🗿
This town alone,makes me wanna come see India!
Excellent vid guys! Damn,your so lucky!
You'd love it up there
Such towns are also in Simla near Himalayas, it gets very cold around there, from what I have seen on UA-cam. Ladakh is out of this world landscape, Kashmir, both very cold in winter, ice and snow, Ladakh at high altitude has less oxygen, need to read up and research before going there. I have not been to any of these places, just know from UA-cam.
No they're not Lucky....they just bought a ticket to India and decided to come explore. You can do that too 😄
@anootoshsarkar686 if I could afford it,I would in a heartbeat!
When in India you should visit ~
1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach).
b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.)
c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna.
2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari).
3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter).
4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad.
5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church.
6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang).
7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City.
8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Manali, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations.
9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park.
10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand.
11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana.
12. North East India ---> Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam.
Save this list for guidence.
India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc)
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I’m obsessed with Indian kitchen shops too! Totally get it 😂
The train journey looked fun and Ooty looks my kind of place, cooler and chocolate - perfect. You still managed to get me on the edge of my seat. I love elephants but being sat in the middle of a herd like that is a bit scary. My vote is to take Pete and go the longer way round, see more places and meet more people. It's a journey not a race.
So true, great advice
You two have got you heads screwed on the right way round. However I was surprised you didn’t carry a large bunch of Bananas 🍌 each to offer as a peace offering to any lone rogue elephant. Ensure you each take a large bunch of bananas 🍌 in Pete. Because an elephant who is unhappy or angry would just throw you and Pete or a vehicle like match sticks into the gutter or road . Be prepared.
@@xvsupremacy7190 haha never thought about carring bananas
Check out Bangladesh's trains
Health and safety as definitely gone out of the window , lol 😂
Please, go around the montains..! My heart is up in the mouth by now 😁
I wish you good luck, anyway 🌷
Another great episode of your Indian adventure! The views from the train journey were just stunning. I was completely transfixed at the elephant scenes; what a privilege to see them in their natural environment rather than stuck in a zoo.
we do have darjeeling mountain train,kashmir srinagar train,one bettering other
Love watching ur travels guys. Stay safe
Love from Debbie, South of Ireland 🇮🇪
This brought back my childhood memories. I grew up in Wenlock Downs from where we could walk downhill, jump over a brook and enter eucalyptus forests. You have caught images of some of the places I had wandered around aged 6, some 46 years ago. Your video means more to me than you would have thought.
Wow so pleased thank you
13:17 : you got so much adapted to India ! The Jeep is crossing Janine, missing her in few inches and she is least bothered 🤯
Haha 😄 funny you noticed that
Yes bro I'm shouting on seeing that moment its so close..😅😅
Am proud to be a Coimbatorian and happy that you both visited Ooty...!!! The Ooty is called as "Queen of Hills" in Tamilnadu...!! It's obvious and it is 😊
Great video. To go via mountain or not. I think you have to go long way round, Pete is as much part of this journey as you are! ✌ ♥
Thank you, really appreciate the feedback 🙏
Really interesting , my mother was born in Coonoor, and my grand father is buried there, he was a tea planter . My mother is Anglo Indian and spent her childhood there , eventually came to the uk as a nurse in the 1950’s ….. was interesting to see where she might have walked …. 🙏🏻
Interesting to know. please visit india and explore your past connections.
Thanks for sharing ..
Capture the beauty of North-east India 🇮🇳
Can't wait to see it
Kitchen shops rule 😂. They are a compulsory visit no matter where you are lol. Great video guys. It brought tears to my eyes because I know I will never now get the chance to visit. It was stunningly beautiful and the train journey up the mountain was spectacular. I’m envious of your travels, but so glad for both of you that you’ve had this chance.
If I was you, I’d choose the safest path to travel to your next destination. Life is too precious to take ridiculous risks. God bless and stay safe guys. xx
Mam, soon you will get an opportunity to visit Incredible India
I'm also a massive fan of kitchen shops as well as hardware shops. It's fascinating to see different versions of the everyday items that we're familiar with as well as trying to work out the function of some strange tool or implement.
24:28 Looks ironic, when you are expressing about your first encounter of wild elephants and at the same time on the back side of you on the glass you will find Elephant's God (Ganesha)..💕 May Ganesha bless your life with full of Joy and Health 😊
Ooty looks amazing 😍 can't wait to see you drive Pete around Delhi 😂🛺
Oh god, dreading it
Welcome to Ooty. Here are some recommended places to explore in Ooty Hill Station Town: Doddabetta Peak, The Tea Factory & The Tea Museum, Government Botanical Garden, Pykara Waterfalls, Emerald Lake, Avalanche Lake, Lamb's Rock, Arboretum Tree Garden, Cairn Hill Reserve Forest, Katary Water Falls, Ketti Valley, Mukurthi National Park, Wax Museum, Chocolate Museum & Factory. Take Care. Enjoy yours incredible journey of India. Cheers.
Thank you so much
Loved this video guys, and that train journey looked absolutely stunning. But my favourite bit was the elephants 🐘 they have been my favourite animal since I was a child so I'm beyond jealous!! Hope you're both well 🙏💚
Beautiful creatures aren't they
My God! You visited the place that I come from... !!!! Love to you both from down under! Keep travelling, God bless you both, lovely people!
This brought back happy memories visiting ooty 15 years ago. I remember how cold at night it was and was the only time in India that we stayed in a hotel with a fireplace in the bedroom that was made up and lit for is when we went bed. Best masala dosa are in Mysore... Good luck getting there.
I'm absolutely loving this Indian trip . Please do more
Thank you, we intend to
No sprouts me 2!!!!! 😆
You crazy guys. Travel by train from Bangalore to Kochi and you'll love it... I'm from Bangalore INDIA... Love your video
As someone who was born in Tamilnadu, Ooty and Kodaikanal has been one of my favourite trips. And currently, based in Cardiff, Wales surprised that you guys knew about idly maker😅
Fantastic...I left Hampi Holi in the morning heading for Nepal, so its great to see what happened...looks totally wild!! Would've been lovely to meet you. Fellow travel vlogger Gabriel Traveler was in town too....! Loving following your India journey 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💚💙💜
Go round but do train trips to places…like you’ve just done. Brilliant as usual ✨🌈👏🏻🌈✨
Rainoir, train travel in India has to be my FAVORITE thing. So yes this vlog by Liam and Janine was of significant interest to me. I did do 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and my first long distance train ride was from Kerala to Gokarna. Then the following train ride I took was from Gokarna to Rishikesh. There's no adventure like an Indian train ride adventure 😆🇮🇳🚝
Welcome to Tamilnadu.Thanks for visiting Ooty. There are more places to visit in Tamil Nadu. hope you cover everything sir
Have absolutely loved your journey. So honest and genuine. Looking forward to watching the rest of your journey
Thank you so much!
When I read the title of this video, I was so happy that I wouldn’t have to worry myself sick about you two taking Pete up another mountain. So happy, in fact, that I made myself an extra special lunch, jammed my headphones on and settled in for the ride. I really liked Ooty ❤️ A wonderful respite from the intense heat, and the peace and quiet would suit my old soul. And the chocolate. Can’t forget the chocolate. And the elephants and monkeys. And the chocolate. And the steam train. And the chocolate.
I absolutely refuse to debate the pros and cons of you taking the short cut to your next stop. I already know exactly what you’re gonna do. So I’ll see you up that mountain next week 🥴 Stay safe, please. As always, humbled by your generosity in taking us with you, and in awe of your filming/editing skills. And the chocolate. I might have already mentioned that 😋
Have fantastic Days ahead.. Enjoy incredible India... All Blessings 🙏🇮🇳💖
I spent my childhood in Ooty, close to the pine forest on the way to Wenlock Hills (7th Mile). You bring me some very fond memories, Liam and Janine. Thank you for that and God bless!
What a happy, wonderful and crazy trip, thank you for these colourful videos, they're so much fun!
I think going the slower & 'easier' route to Mysore is gonna be more enjoyable..esp with Pete.
You maybe right
@Those Happy Days Wishing you guys many happy travels.
Definitely go around, more time to see and experience beautiful India 👍🏻👍🏻
Amazing video again!!....can't thank you enough for bringing all these experiences of India to us..🙏🙏
Thanks a ton
Good to know Pete is safe. This was different but no less exciting to watch. Full of interest, beauty, adventure, elephants and music! Fantastic. Personally, though its easy to say, I would go around the mountain. It will put extra days on your trip to Mysore but who knows what and who you will encounter by doing so. Travelling with Pete will happen again so make the best of it without him for now. Wish you well what ever you do. 🙏👍
@@KiranMachiraju Yes complete with side car lol
That would have been awesome doing the train trip and safari what an experience 🙌 I must say I'm like Janine I love looking through kitchen homeware shops especially if they have different things to look at 👌 loved the video looking forward to your next one 🤗❤️
Thank you
Loved the video. The train journey looks fab. I think you should go the long way round as it may be dangerous going over the mountain. Whatever you decide to do, keep safe, much love to you both 😊
Another great video from 2 amazing people on a epic journey. Stay safe 👍
Thanks so much Dave 🙏
Simply amazing to see India through your eyes! A trip of a lifetime, I just love you both!!!!!!
Tessa I love Liam and Janine too. Their adventure is truly incredible. I did do 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and Those Happy Days are enabling me to re-live my time there ❤️
You guys have taken your lives to the next level. You are an inspiration for all of us!
Kathleen I agree. Liam and Janine are an Inspiration to all of us. I loved the train travel, elephants and monkeys in this vlog ❤️ I did 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and Those Happy Days are certainly inspiring me to go back there and do even more traveling 😆
Thank you Kathleen
Awesome Awesome Awesome! Go the long way🙄😍🙏🖖✌️🤔 Loving This Travel! Thank You Both!🙏✌️
Thank you
So exciting to see all of these wonderful sights and animals, thank you so much for this and your other films you both feel like family now. Safe travels xxx
Another great episode you guys are amazing
I really want to travel India after watching you both.
Thank you for your hard work
You must 🙏
You should definitely visit Sikkim, Cherapunji(Meghalaya) all these north-eastern regions of India. You will find peace in there trust me💓
A steam train and wild animal experience - I am now sold in India. A new addition to my bucket list
Nice one, pleased to hear it
Oh Craig you should definitely go. I did 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and it's the best thing I ever did
When in India you should visit ~
1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach).
b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.)
c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna.
2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari).
3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter).
4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad.
5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church.
6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang).
7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City.
8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Manali, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations.
9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park.
10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand.
11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana.
12. North East India ---> Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam.
Save this list for guidence.
India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc)
Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end.#####
Excellent all round. Great to watch. Good to see you both enjoy yourselves and thanks for taking us through the journey. Brilliant.
Think you should go the long way to see more of the wonderful countryside and who know you might have more adventures. Looking forward to your next video 😊
Thanks for the advice, really appreciate it
When in India you should visit ~
1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach).
b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.)
c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna.
2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari).
3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter).
4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad.
5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church.
6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang).
7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City.
8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Manali, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations.
9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park.
10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand.
11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana.
12. North East India ---> Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam.
Save this list for guidence.
India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc)
Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. ###
Hi guys i was u r co-passenger from ooty to metupalyam train😃
Hey how's it going
Brilliant as always , Sorry I did laugh when you climbed into the land rover . You are such a good sport xx
😄😄😄
Hi Liam and Jannie, happy to see again your videos. Ooty, before the name is ootacamund, before ootacamund nilgiri mountain. These ooty made by British Guys. Sir John sullivan is research the ooty climate and weather conditions at first.( sullivan memorial hall is there in ooty, now act as a museum) He submit his research papers to madras presidency governor that time (Jan 2, 1819) Mr,Thomas. He describe his research papers on ooty is a mini switzerland. He introduce agriculture here like plums, potatoes, cauliflowers, carrots etc...He is the one built most of this entire ooty like a railways, collector office, church,police station, post office etc..He create artificial lake for agriculture. Great salute to Mr, Sir John Sullivan.
Love this... young memories. I grew up in this beautiful place, went to school and now live in the London - have been very fortunate... seeing it through your eyes. Crossed that railway track for 10 years going up to school, dad watching me climb up that hill from the one and only platform. Wishes for a great, great time in my Ooty....nicknamed the "The blue mountain"....please do visit "upper Bhavani", Avalanche, Pykara, Dodabetta - highest peak. we can literally walk with the train. -:) @8:37 minute in your video, my heart and whole being took me back to the visual of crossing the station. Oh ! how very precious....then you went into Charing cross, Higginbothams
Go round the mountain.The thought of a tiger getting you two scares the Schweppes out of me.Better safe than sorry.🙏❤️
Ps Absolutely loving your adventure so far.👏👏
Thank you for answering
Great video guys. Round!!!
Wonderful train ride! Seems safer to go round the mountain….
Thanks, really appreciate you commenting about it
Ahhh the trains, I love em.. we did the night steam train somewhere that I still can’t pronounce or spell, I just remember sleeping on the floor, window open and coming of with a black sooted face and white eye balls. But I loved it. The smiles of the children running along and throwing them pens and pencils and sweets…India is truly magical. I hope your going to Rajasthan, you’ll both have to dress up. Look forward to next week. Enjoy x
Love you guys for the extreme positivity, taking pleasure in all the pluses and , totally ignoring India's negatives. I am from Coimbatore and lived/worked in Mysore for 3 years, did round trips over 100 times on that route. The route is so beautiful, jungle with frequent wild elephants crossing but 99% certain Pete WONT be able to climb the 10 -15 km stretch which is steeper than your previous. Best this to do- like you did before. Pay a mini truck to carry Pete from Sathyamangalam to Hasanur and ride all the way DOWN to Mysore which is a pleasant countryside.
The Wyoming Heritage Colonial Bungalow, the Sherlock hotel ,YMCA in ooty , woodcock manor , and Ywca in Coonoor are good affordable places to stay to get a feel of the Brit Raj Era ...also the Aranmore Palace ..st Stephens church,st thomas church, the drive to lovedale nearby
Another amazing video. You both look so happy and having so much fun, you are meeting some great people a journey of a lifetime.
All your videos are fantastic.To see the sights that we will probably never get to is wonderful,so engrossing and interesting.The people so kind,hospitable and friendly too.A massive thank you to you
That big yellow truck got SO CLOSE to you guys! Oh my God! Be careful, my heart!
Another lovely episode by you both, completely compelling viewing. Take the safe way and explore some more. I bet you won't regret it.
Thanks guys just brilliant again ,I'm just loving your trip.Liam I'm with Janine with the kitchen shops my hubby always knows where to find me lol.
Please go the safe route to your next stop in Pete ,see you on next video xx
Wow! Another great, interesting and informative vlog! How long do you think you will stay to discover India? There are so many places that even if you stayed for a year, you would only skim the surface. I'm thoroughly enjoying your travels and I thought you were bonkers when you first went to India. But not anymore! The landscape, the animals, the food but most importantly the welcome and help you've received from everyday, local people. Amazing! Keep enjoying your travels and keep safe! 🇬🇧🇮🇳
There's a famous saying which states that to discover India, you need 7 lives. Culture, history, civilization, dance , music, art , architecture, landscapes and mouth watering food.
Oh Caru yes, India is so vast. According to Liam and Janine's visas I think they can be in India for 6 months. Yes absolutely India is so vast and it is impossible to explore it all even in a whole year!!!!! I did 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India in Kerala,Tamil Nadu, Karnatica,Goa, Rishikesh and the Himalayas. I took 40 hour train journeys up and down country and I still haven't seen even a quarter of the country!!!!!
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@@kirtigupta9753 oh my Kirti I love your comment. The 7 lives you mentioned are delightful to our senses. It's no wonder they so many people love India. I did do 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and the history, dance, landscapes etc were so enticing.
Great video! Please don’t take Pete over the mountain. Who knows what amazing things you’ll encounter taking the long way round. If Pete breaks down you could be having to back track and go the long way, anyway. Enjoying the adventure from my comfy spot in South Australia. ❤
Mukesh is man who can sell anything ...NICE Attitude man. .
Love INDIA. ITS JUST AWESOME IN ALL WAYS❤️
U should travel on VANDE BHARAT TO GET REAL FIRST CLASS EXPERIENCE,and do consider our ULTRA LUXURIOUS TRAINS like Maharaja Express train which the MOST LUXURIOUS TRAIN OF THE WORLD .AND WAIT FOR SOME 2 - 3 YEARS AND THEN SEE INDIAN TRAINS how they will change.
Love your channel take the long route Pete will only struggle yes longer but safer I enjoy your interaction with local communities.
I loved everything, the train journey, the monkeys, the chocolate, the kitchenware shop and Janine’s enthusiasm in there! 😆 The wild elephants and Safari trip with the extra laugh at Janine having showed Liam the video of the elephant charging a safari vehicle prior to going! 😆
I can’t wait for the each new video now having already filled the time between current video uploads by working my way through all of your early videos prior to when I found your channel almost a year ago now.
Obviously OVER THE MOUNTAIN, it's an adventure ha ha ha
That was awesome!!! You are so lucky to have seen all those beautiful Elephants in their natural surroundings!😍 I hope if you decide to go over the mountain you take a few big rocks again for the wheels! Take care and look forward to the next episode X😘
Such a well made episode. Just feeling happy watching your adventures, soaking up the positive vibes coming through the videos. Be safe and give us more.
Another epic guys ✨🫶🏻✨ India was such a good idea 👍🏼
Thank you 🙏
Another great video.Amazing seeing the elephants. I'm a mum of a son about your age (who likes extreme sports) so if course I'm going to say go the long way around the mountain. But like my son I know you will go the hardest and most exciting way so take care.
Among other things Ooty is also famous for Eucalyptus trees/ oil and sandalwood. Not sure but you may find some Govt shop for authentic goods of both types. Eucalyptus oil is good to clear up nostrils in cold. It has strong but likable smell. Just FYI. As a child I had been there with my family and one place I remember very vividly is the lush green botanical garden. I have no idea about the current status of the same.
About traveling in Auto: The concept is romantic/ heroic but not at all practical. (1) Autos are 3 wheeled meaning they inherently lack the sturdy balance of a car. Many auto accidents happen even in city roads while traveling through potholes. They topple. (2) They lack power. Which means less speed. Which means more time in travel than absolutely necessary. That is a personal choice, I agree but as you have experienced other means of travel - like train are quite enjoyable and efficient too. Also you will have limited time/ 6 month visa, I guess. More importantly it will keep breaking down if tested on long stretches and slopes. I am not sure but is this a brand new auto or repurchased a used one? I am sure a brand new will also break down but you have had more than your fair share of trouble with silencer, carburetor and all. (3) You folks were extremely lucky the other day when Janine jumped out of the auto and saved the auto and herself from falling in a ditch. I like you guys and so that day decided I am not subjecting myself to this scary movie because I can not see a repeat of that incidence. I just can't. (4) You have done a lot of adventure - typical foreigners can't watch someone driving on Indian city roads. You have driven an auto - for more distance than most auto drivers in India have driven in the same time period. 95% of Indians have never driven an auto and we make 20% of World population so you are among the very high percentile on that count. If I were you, I won't like to stretch my luck any further. In Vegas the odds are so definitely stacked against you that it is better to leave at any point and definitely better when you are beating the house/ game - just like you two are right now.
I am sure most viewers are going to call me "spoil sport" or "kill joy" etc. I would rather like you two be safe and tell your stories to your grand kids some day. Please take it in the spirit it is written. Love.
Add days to your trip, more exciting adventures. Also, much safer than going over the mountain. This was another great video, can’t thank you enough!
We loved everything about that video! So exciting for someone who has not been! Go round the mountain you never know what you might find without the scary bits ❤
Thank you for the advice
I just had a travelling by train experience in Romania 🇷🇴
definitely an adventurous ❤ and enjoyable 😀 experience that offers you the chance to know better the country and its inhabitants … 🙂🙂🙂🙏
What an experience seeing elephants close up like that, I suggest you go round the mountain, you don't want to stress yourselves out with the thought of breaking down, also you'll see more of India and meet lots of lovely people along the way, and make more wonderful memories, take care see you next time 🥰
Thouse mountains have tiger around 🐯 🏔️
I’m glad you still have Pete I thought you got rid of him for a sec!!! 😢 I’d say go the long way round you never know what other cool stuff you’ll come across ☺️xxxxxx
Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it
Go round the mountain, the adventure is in the places you go and people you meet…
Great video, love your adventures on India. On your next part of the journey I would go round the long way although you say it would takes days, if you go in the mountains with Pete it would not be safe and if you break down it could also take days.
Loving your videos!! Makes us want to return to South India! I'm sure you'll get lots of recommendations but check out Hampi, one of our favourite destinations! We also recommend Patnem, south Goa. Will keep watching your adventures!!
I'll check it out! Thank you
Hi, just watched some of your videos. Very nice and interesting. Presentation and video editing are top-class. In this video you showed your safari in Mudumalai tiger reserve and encounter of wild elephants and yesterday a short documentary on Mudumalai Elephants, their caretakers(Mahouts) has won an Oscar. What a Co-incidence.
Welcome to India 🇮🇳✊✊✊ friends.
I'm from Assam, India 🇮🇳✊✊🌍🌎
Thank you 🙏
Play it safe and go around the mountain, you may find some awesome unexpected places on the way too.
Its definitely the most sensible option
Welcome to our land - Karnataka 😊
Thank you
Mysore...the best sandalwood essential oil!!!!! Look forward to that. Oh you found real cacao..to make chocolate. Fab!!!! Great vid
Such a wholesome comment section. Maybe the nicest on youtube.
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OMG I love your adventures what amazing place and those Elephants wow my favourite animals off all time well same par as Dogs I adore them. Thank you for sharing.
I thoroughly enjoyed your video and this video rekindled my memories.
I was living in Coonoor in the1970s and I had to take this toy train from Mettupalyam to Coonoor ( near Ooty) several times since I was working at the Pasteur Institute in Coonoor. I am surprised that this train is still running. I loved Ooty a small lovely town. I also happen to make a few trips from Ooty to Mysore through the Mudumalai forest, You can see eucalyptus trees everywhere. You can see monkeys and elephants but hard to see tigers and other wild animals unless you are lucky. I wish you both all the best throughout your journey in India. You will love Mysore a beautiful city in Karnataka.
What an incredible trip you guys are enjoying and sharing with us!!!!! Bliss!!!
Our pleasure! Thank you
Great video as always guys! If you’re in a rush and looking for excitement and a challenge, go for the mountain, otherwise take the safer slower path around. Think we all know that the mountain is going to be rough in Pete. I’m sure there will be pros and cons to each, good luck!
When its cold in the room, one can request/ask the staff/ person for a room heater. Almost every home/ homestay in the hills usually do have electric heaters. Glad though you found another place warmer and cosier 😊💚
We did and unfortunately this one didn't...but yes the second one was much better
@@ThoseHappyDays ... ooooof ... not annoying at all 😅😉😆 But def glad abt the second place 💚 Love your video which i stumbled upon yesterday and def inspired to visit Ooty by train. Thank you for the lovely vid💚
I love riding trains it's so peaceful lol. And I would go around the mountain because after seeing the last attempt at going up a mountain I couldn't handle it lol.
Another great vid! ☺️👍🙏💖❤️💜💙🧡🖤💚💖
Thank you 🤗
Hi Liam , just watched your adventure with elephants looked quite amazing but scary, doing a catch-up at the moment with you the latest episodes but most definitely enjoying them, just about to watch the one with paint all over your face🤣 keep up the good work 👍🇮🇳 Steven still in Spain from Wales👍🏴🇪🇸💙❤️