Our Egypt adventure: Exploring the Pyramids of Giza, descending into King Tut's Tomb and the Valley of the Kings, admiring Abu Simbel, visiting the Cairo Museum, and two nights sailing the Nile by Felucca. Concluded with a few days relaxing by the Red Sea and the long journey to Argentina.
Our transition to South India: Spending Christmas on the beaches of Goa, exploring the ancient Hampi ruins via scooter (including a birthday surprise!), recovering from illness in Bangalore, and navigating the chaotic but beautiful Kerala Houseboat backwaters tour.
Our intense journey through North India: Witnessing life and death on the Ganges in Varanasi, the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal in Agra, and the thrilling Ranthambore Tiger Safari in Rajasthan (plus exploring Jodhpur and Jaipur) before ending up in Delhi.
The unforgettable 5-day Poon Hill Trek (3,210 m): Battling the 3,000+ stairs, experiencing the magical sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, staying in tea houses, and relaxing post-trek in beautiful Pokhara.