BentonIndia: Day 23 Sun 04/8 - Connecting Bus 13 hr Fr Manali to New Delhi

Today spend : Rs 3230 Total spend : Rs 23664

This time around we were happy to have a comfortable sleeper seat powered by Volvo engine on our final overnight bus journey to New Delhi. There was a minor hiccup when we loaded our stuffs to the bus, the helper just help to arrange the luggage wanted to collect Rs 10 for every bags,whereas we were told when we booked our tickets in Leh,the officer told us that the fee Rs 1200 is all included,and reminded us not to pay anymore money to anyone.I was angry not because of that little money i want to save, it was because of his attitude of demanding.I don't mind if he wants to earn a living by helping the passengers and collect a commission,i would be more than willing to pay, at last we only paid him Rs 50 to settle peacefully.Truly Incredible India!! The bus left at 5.30pm with only 70% full and pick up a few along the way. For the first time we enjoy the comfort of a luxury Volvo bus on a "good" narrow tarmac road and catch some rest on the sleeper inclined seat. The skillful driver was speeding away as we could feel the sudden emergency brake at times and the swinging of the bus from left and right. Nobody wanted to raise a complaint,maybe everyone were just too tired and wanted to finish the journey fast. The bus make a dinner stop in Pandoh where i ordered the Veg Chowmein Rs 70 and a Chai Rs 20. Before reaching Delhi, with another quick stop for a hot tea Rs 25. The ordeal of my longest bus ride finally ended at Delhi bus station at 7.30am. With the help of one kind local gentleman who traveled with us,we hired a van Rs 200 to fetch us to the main bazaar in Paharganj near the train station.We checkout a few guesthouses and decided The Traveller's Inn is our choice for Rs 600 with Wifi and attached bathroom. The feeling is good finally able to have a refreshing shower and a proper bed to rest, while Chee with added responsibility to check out the train ticket to Kolkata at the train station . Thanks Chee who came back a good news and booked a non-stop train ticket to Kolkata on the 6th Aug for Rs 2460. That means we will stay in Delhi for 2 nights and another 2 nights in Kolkata.