Having sorted out flights, trains in USA and India, and accommodation, I turned my thoughts to packing.

After trying two possibilities, I decided on the piggy-back rucksack, with main bag and day-pack zipped together when I have to carry both. Not much room for anything I may acquire on the way, unless I wear my hiking boots. But the larger rucksack would be oversize for the bus from San Francisco to Yosemite, adding $50 to the already high price. I am stocking my Kindle with books, but have a few hard-copy maps, tickets, etc.
