MikeHenderson

No problem with the ATM when I was there. I didn't notify my bank (Chase) that we were traveling but I didn't get a lot of money - about $100 US (later, I got an additional $50). With tips and paying… (View Post)

I tipped in local currency. The hotel said the poorer people had problems converting currency. I suppose the money changers charge them a big fee, and they have to take the time to go to a money chan… (View Post)

@"Smiling Sam" We went to Raj Ghat on our own. It is not included as part of the Tauck tour. On the first day of tours, we went to Birla House which is where Gandi was assassinated. Maybe t… (View Post)

Just a comment for anyone going on this trip. I highly recommend going one day early and taking a private guide to Old Delhi. The whole experience was really interesting. Please read my description o… (View Post)

I'm on the Portrait of India tour right now and am blogging our experiences. I've only done the initial few days but I'll continue and will post more here as we continue on the trip. You can see the … (View Post)