London to Mumbai by Road 2016 – Revisited Day 24 – 20 September 2016 Bollywood Diplomacy and a Roadside Repair After a wonderful night beside Lake Balkhash, we woke to another beautiful morning in Kazakhstan. Before departing, we treated ourselves to a hearty breakfast at the hotel consisting of eggs, baked beans, toast, and plenty…
London to Mumbai by Road 2016 – Revisited Day 23 – 19 September 2016 A Fisherman’s Gift on the Shores of Lake Balkhash We woke to one of the most beautiful mornings we had experienced in Kazakhstan. The sky was crystal clear, the sun was shining, and for a change there was no sign of…
London to Mumbai by Road 2016 – Revisited Day 22 – 18 September 2016 Giving Kontiki a Well-Deserved Spa Day After the excitement and hospitality of Astana, we decided to take things a little easier today. Not every day on an overland expedition needs to be a marathon drive, and after several long days behind…
London to Mumbai by Road 2016 – Revisited Day 21 – 17 September 2016 An Unforgettable Evening in Astana Today turned out to be one of the most enjoyable and memorable days of our entire journey. After leaving Atbasar in the morning, Team Kontiki headed towards Astana, the modern capital of Kazakhstan. The distance was…