
On the Hippie Trail
Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer
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Rick Steves
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Rick Steves
Stow away with Rick Steves for a glimpse into the unforgettable moments, misadventures, and memories of his 1978 journey on the legendary Hippie Trail.
In the 1970s, the ultimate trip for any backpacker was the storied “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. A 23-year old Rick Steves made the trek, and like a travel writer in training, he documented everything along the way: jumping off a moving train, making friends in Tehran, getting lost in Lahore, getting high for the first time in Herat, battling leeches in Pokhara, and much more. The experience ignited his love of travel and forever broadened his perspective on the world.
This book contains edited selections from Rick’s journal and travel photos with a 45-years-later preface and postscript reflecting on how the journey changed his life. Stow away with Rick Steves on the adventure of a lifetime through Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal.
You know Rick Steves. Now discover the adventure that made him the travel writer he is today.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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Rick Steves at his very best!
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Honest and real enthusiasm as always
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I can say, even during my late teens and early twenties, I would not have liked to have done this overland trip. This evocative book with its wonderful travel pictures brought back a lot of memories of my youthful meanderings.
A fun and nostalgic travel log
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So fun to hear what it was like going all the way to India. Don’t think I would have had the stomach for it, but wonderful to make the journey through Rick’s story telling! I highly recommend this book.
Wonderful Travel Story
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Rick Never Disappoints!!!
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Cutting it up in Asia.
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Wonderful Journey
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Highly recommend
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I know this will be a book listen to over and over.
As always...thank you Rick!
Rick Steeves storytelling is excellent
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Great Read by Wel aknown Travel Writer!
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