The road trip from Delhi to Leh is for sure fascinating, but its time we get over it and take roads less traveled. I am talking about traveling all the way to foreign countries, solely by road.
Yes! There are bunch of countries one can go in the comfort of their cars or (Bikes). Drive through this absolutely epic routes that leads to foreign lands:
Nepal
Drive all the way through the forests, a view to the world’s highest peaks and some booze. You will witness some amazing things on your route to Nepal. There might be some interference with border patrols- if so it is advisable to board on the bus. Start from Delhi and get on the Gajraula route in Uttar Pradesh. Take another stretch to Moradabad and then to Rudrapur, and drive straight to Khatima. Fuel up the tank at Banbassa as the next petrol pump is only at Nepal, 5 kilometres away.
- Distance: 1162 Kms
- Time: 20 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: YES
China
It might be a long journey, but now it is possible to drive all the way to China by car. Only the problem you might face is getting hand on independent travel pass, which might take numerous numbers of days to get approved. Also, you would need a Tibet travel permit. Drive to Nepal, Kathmandu and then to Lhasa and Xining via Qinghai railway.
- Distance: 4165 Kms
- Time: 85 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: YES
Kyrgyzstan
There are 2 passes open between China and Kygryzstan: 1. The Irkshetam Pass and 2. The Torugart Pass. Both the passes are accessed from Kashgar in China, with the Torugart Pass taking you to Naryn (Kygryzstan) and the Irkshetam Pass taking you to the very remote town of Sary Tash (Kygryzstan) and from there on to Osh in Kygryzstan´s Fergana Valley.
- Distance: 1605 Kms
- Time: 35 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
Uzbekistan
In 2015, Baid family, residents of Bangalore drove to across 11 countries from India to Paris over 111 days via Uzbekistan in their trusty Fiat Linea Tjet in the pursuit of new experiences. Witness the culture and rich traditions of Uzbekistan.
- Distance: 1579 Kms
- Time: 32 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
Turkmenistan
The same Baid family also travelled to Turkmenistan in their Fiat Linea Tjet while on their way to Paris, passing the Himalayas and the world’s largest burning crater along the way.
- Distance: 2028 Kms
- Time: 40 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
Iran
Once the driving adventure starts from India, the breaks can be pushed right on the beautiful land of Iran. The family of four, Baids from Bangalore sketched their route on the map to Iran from India while driving to Paris.
- Distance: 2028 Kms
- Time: 40 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
Malaysia
A road trip to Malaysia is sure to enlighten the cultural spirit in oneself. Witness the sky scrapers existing hand in hand with houses on the river, and taste the best food around. The route will take you down through Myanmar, Thailand and will need permit for independent vehicle movement.
- Distance: 5629 Kms
- Time: 90 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
Myanmar
I am sure when you can drive till Malaysia, Myanmar become your default destination by road. Experience the delight of Burma, their ancient traditions and rich culture.
- Distance: 2989 Kms
- Time: 55 hours
- Allowed to drive on Indian license: Permit Required
