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India
For good reason is India sometimes referred to as a ‘subcontinent’. Even excluding immediate neighbours such Nepal, Bhutan and even Sri Lanka, the country’s very size and diversity lend it some of the attributes of a continent. The world’s most populous country – 1.4 billion in early 2023 – with over half a dozen ethnic groups has twenty-two officially recognised languages; there are hundreds if not a thousand more dialects too. It has some of the world’s highest mountains and among its hottest deserts.
India often feels like a land of extremes; it’s arid and lush, it’s (sometimes) incredibly hot yet can also feel surprisingly cold. Cities hum with frenetic energy while nearby ruins might be utterly still and silent. The source of two major world religions (Hinduism and Buddhism), it also founded Sikhism and Jainism. Cultures vary enormously from north to south and east to west – perhaps one reason why some travellers return again and again never to retrace their footsteps.
Principal states are Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh
Delhi, the national capital, is one of the country’s principal gateways with onward journeys typically involving Rajasthan – the so-called ‘Desert State’ – with its remarkable heritage of huge palaces and rambling forts. Agra, home to the iconic Taj Mahal and several other vital monuments, is a key part of the classic ‘Golden Triangle’ itinerary together with Delhi and Jaipur (Rajasthan’s state capital).
Further east beside the River Ganges, Varanasi is one of world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Broadly north of Delhi and east of Amritsar – home of the celebrated Golden Temple – fertile plains give way to the forested Himalayan foothills. Here stand pretty hill stations such as Shimla, the Raj’s former summer capital, and Naini Tal; Tibet’s venerable Dalai Lama still resides in Dharamsala. Higher still stretches Ladakh, or Little Tibet, with its astonishing Himalayan landscapes and virtually unchanged villages and monasteries anchoring its Tibetan Buddhist culture.
Principal states are Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Bounded by the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal, this vast area includes parts of the Deccan Plateau. The coastal region, particularly in tropical Kerala, is among the greenest parts of India with palm-fringed beaches and spice plantations, rice paddies and distinct inland waterways or ‘backwaters’ – ‘God’s Own Country’ is its neat moniker. Goa, formerly a Portuguese colony, is almost as lush yet graced with popular beaches and a subtle faintly European flavour peppered with numerous Catholic churches and shrines.
Karnataka occupies part of the Deccan and boasts an a fine clutch of monuments and sights including the ruined medieval city of Hampi and the 11th- to 12th-century temples of Belur and Halebidu. Mainly facing the Bay of Bengal, Tamil Nadu is famed for huge temple complexes – among them Madurai, Trichy and Thanjavur – ancient monuments yet, centuries on, still enduring places of worship with thousands of daily pilgrims. Right on the coast, the small former French colony of Pondicherry retains a faintly Gallic flavour.
Principal state is Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh, India’s heartland state, is in some ways among its more enigmatic destinations. Known above all for its tiger reserves with their significant populations of Bengal tigers, Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Satpura, Panna and Pench National Parks offer some of the country’s best tiger sightings along with other wildlife ranging from bison to antelopes, and wild dogs to hyaenas. Upscale tiger safaris include matching accommodation ranging from luxury tented camps to boutique lodges.
In many ways this is India at its most tranquil, a place where expert guides can not only inform about flora and fauna but also life in rural India. Many of the region’s hamlets and villages are extremely well kept and there’s a rich tradition of handicrafts and textiles particularly among some of the tribal communities. Moreover the state has more than just wildlife – fine monuments include medieval palaces, millennia-old fortresses, one of the country’s largest mosques (in Bhopal) and at Khajuraho a clutch of temples celebrated for their sculpture.
Principal states are West Bengal, Bihar, Sikkim, Assam
Anchored by Kolkata (previously Calcutta), former capital of the Raj before it shifted to New Delhi, the east is comparatively overlooked. Kolkata remains a fascinating city with a rich heritage of Victorian architecture. It’s a place whose vitality invariably surprises visitors by not simply resembling its cliched if not outdated image as a bed of poverty and helplessness. Up in West Bengal’s Himalayan foothills, Darjeeling is as famed for its tea and mountain views as for its picturesque ‘toy train’, a narrow-gauge railway built in 1881 and still operating today.
Bodh Gaya in Bihar marks the very spot where Buddha achieved enlightenment under a fig tree – pilgrims have been coming here for over two millennia. Far to the east and watered by the mighty Brahmaputra River, Assam is one of the so-called ‘Seven Sisters’ – seven states comprising the north-eastern region bordering Tibet and Myanmar. Most visitors here tend to cruise the Brahmaputra but states like Arunachal Pradesh offer bolder travellers some of the country’s most adventurous journeys.
Principal states are Maharashtra and Gujarat
Capital of Maharashtra state, Mumbai is India’s second city yet it’s still an economic powerhouse with its teeming millions crammed onto a cluster of islands that were largely joined together in the 18th and 19th centuries. Mumbai is now another major gateway city with ready access to Rajasthan and the southern states. Maharashtra’s own sights are spearheaded by Ajanta and Ellora – extraordinary rock-cut caves whose remarkable Hindu and Buddhist temples, statuary and paintings remained hidden for centuries. Today they’re UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Meanwhile Tadoba Andhari Wildlife Reserve is another good place to spot tigers.
Surprisingly, the westernmost state of Gujarat receives relatively few foreign visitors though it’s not for lack of sights. Mahatma Gandhi’s strong connection with state capital Ahmedabad is poignantly illustrated in his Sabarmati ashram while other regional sites include an incredible step well in Patan and the picturesque hilltop Jain temples at Palitana. Rather more remote are the arid salt plains and marshes of Kutch, home to remarkable tribal communities known for their textiles and handcrafts. Unique wildlife offerings in Gujarat are Asiatic lions (mainly in Gir) and Indian wild asses (in Kutch).
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We have put together some sample itineraries to give you an idea about the options for the travel through India . These are only suggestions and can be tailored to the interests and requirements of the clients.
Experience of a lifetime tour – ride through the old parts of Delhi experiencing the life and culture !. It is difficult to write down what you feel, hear, see, smell and taste when you are out in these streets. Delhi is a city that reveals itself to you in different forms, from the chaotic outer layer to the fascinating historic city with a true spiritual inner layer. Join us to experience the awaking bustle of Old Delhi and transport yourself 400 years in history and glide through the narrow lanes of old town of Delhi, otherwise chaotic street muted in the early morning and witness the architectural marvel and see the real city of Delhi and its people. All departures are of small groups accompanied by English speaking trained guides.
(Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur) Experience unique food & cultural experiences almost all places of your visits in India. The host at each place invites its guests to experience, explore and relish the culinary and cultural heritage of India. Food is an integral part of travel, and the best way to explore the culture of any new place. A learning of the different varieties of cuisines , ingredients, local masalas, and traditional ways of cooking with a local family.
Experience walking through the streets of Old Delhi. It is the perfect way to explore some of the lesser visited places with an opportunity to explore the culture, cuisine and heritage of Delhi. An under-the radar street, this place is well-acclaimed for its famous food destinations and provides a fair knowledge about India in a nutshell. This personalized tour will give you a taste of famous Delhi street food, Indian culture and our rich heritage. Get ready to be enthralled with this colourful trip through beautiful-narrow lanes of Delhi. Immerse yourself in the colour of this place while taking a walk either on foot or ‘Rickshaw’ –the vehicle of common man here.
Walk through the Gallis of Delhi to experience and by far the best way to see and taste Delhi. Relish delicious, mouth watering and varieties of sweet and spicy, veg and Non-veg cuisines. A food tour is one of best ways to explore cuisine, sights and culture. It is a city tour, food walk, sightseeing, urban exploration and culinary tour which include sampling different varieties of street food from the oldest, renowned for their dishes. Apart from the usual and must see, the food tours cover some under-rated and less explored places of Delhi which very few people know about. The actual number is limited by your appetite and will give you the history of the dish. Further the food tour of Delhi will include not just the food attractions, but also some great landmarks and offbeat places !
Experience Yoga and learn the different postures of yoga with a beautiful view of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh – across river Yamuna from where one can have an uninterrupted view of the monument.
Experience a cycling tour in Agra exploring the local places and A unique way to explore the village life and ending the ride at Mehatab Bagh – the garden located across river Yamuna from where one can have an uninterrupted view of the monument.
Join on the walking tour to explore the historic town with its vibrant colours . A great way to explore the life and culture of the city, and to learn the rich artistic traditions. The historic city stands out as one of the most vibrant destination in the world. We create opportunities for you to immerse in local culture – visit private residences, enjoy the warm hospitality of a local family, walk through the by-lanes of a city, explore hidden temples to take part in prayer ceremony, meet artisans and witness our rich art and craft traditions, visit remote villages to interact with rural communities or participate in local festivals. Our expert-led travel experiences reveal the ‘Real Rajasthan’ in all its glory. Our team of experienced, professional and knowledgeable staff will help your visit a memorable one.
The SkyWaltz Hot Air Ballooning is the best way to experience Jaipur from a bird’s eye view. The balloon equipment is sourced from the UK and Europe, globally recognized standards of safety and international operating systems and procedures have been implemented from the outset. SkyWaltz is the first Indian hot air ballooning company to have been recognized by the DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation). The ride offers the opportunity to see Jaipur hrough a spectacular frame like never before. The spectacular forts, the royal palaces, the breath-taking terrain, and its fauna. A resplendent opportunity to interact with the locals. The SkyWaltz balloon safari will take you on an exciting adventure, so leave your earthbound cares behind and come fly with us.
Add a visit to a local Government run school in your travel plan to learn and understand the educational system. Inter-act with the students.
Experience decorative designs created from the Powdered dry leaves of the henna plant (Lawsonia inermis).
If you are immersing sort of traveller and want to feel the pulse of the city beyond customarily sightseeing tours, like a local, we can do the same whether it is in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur or any place in your visit. It includes having the local attire for the visits to the local bazaar, visit to the local houses and inter-act with the family, have a cup of “Chai” tea with them, learn the procedure of making Indian breads with the women at the house, get fresh vegetables from the farms, visit to a local school etc.
Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes, is indeed the most romantic city in Rajasthan. On this exclusive guided Walking Tour, you will get the glimpse of the ‘real Udaipur ’ – the people, traditions, culture, festivities etc., Walk through the most beautiful streets and sites, wonder in the hidden alleyways, meet locals and various artisans engaged in jewellery making, pottery and pichwai painting. Understand and hear about popular legends, living heritage and religious beliefs of this charming town. The walks are guided by expert local city explorers ! On the tour visit the famous Ghats and historic temples on the banks of Lake Pichola, see an ancient step well which were once used for Drinking water by the locals, join a family at their private residence on a cup of tea and snacks, Observe the traditional way of making clay potteries and water pitchers etc.
Experience and Learn about interesting legends from the past, peep into the life of locals, meet and interact with city’s residents, wonder through narrow alleyways dotted with indigo coloured houses. The walk will take you the to the hidden step wells and temples in the sub lanes of Jodhpur. This 2 hours walk mingle up with a local family over a cup of tea and some bustling market side of Jodhpur. The walk is carefully designed around the Gulab Sagar built in 1788 by Gulab Rai. Half of the part is now a girls school. This artificial pond is very well connected with Balsamand Lake through a canal system.
Marwar has the largest arid zone population with their traditional mud homes are set in small compounds which are well ordered and clean. Guests are invited in to these houses to see various aspects of everyday life and meet these isolated village community . Carefully designed to offer rewarding and inspiring experiences, the journey will take you to a village of the Banjara community. Many of these men earn their living by livestock farming and are frequently travelling, whilst the women work in the fields and look after the household. It is fascinating to get an insight in to how these dignified and graceful desert people live their lives. From seeing the churning of butter to the grinding of flour; to marvelling at the women’s exquisite jewellery and colourful clothes to sharing a chai and trying their indigenous bread, this tour is a sensory experience that anyone interested in the real Rajasthan will find unforgettable.
Experience various tourist landmarks of Mumbai, beginning with the Gateway of India, the main landmark of the city. This victory arch was built to welcome the British Queen to the city, and it’s only befitting to have it as our first stop. Right opposite, you will see the famous domed Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, which has hosted the likes of Barack Obama, the Beatles and a host of other celebrities in its century old lifetime. Post this, walk past the Royal Mumbai Yacht Club, the Police Headquarters, the NGMA and the city museum. En-route, stumble upon the Kala Ghoda area, which is the art area of Mumbai. Here amidst stories of Sassoon and Jewish history, you will hear stories about the Watson Hotel – the first iron cast building in the city that hosted Mark Twain. As you walk past the Session court and the high court, you will see the Rajabai towers, the Big Ben of Mumbai. This structure built by generous donation Premchand Roychand, a Mumbai based businessman, still chimes old British tunes once every 15 minutes. At the last stop, you get to see the Dabbawalas (Shut on weekends) or the 6 sigma workers of Mumbai sending over 5, 00, 000 boxes of lunch to their rightful owners with extreme precision. Studied by consultants and business schools for the secrets of their proclaimed near-flawless efficiency, the dabbawalas have been feted by British royals (Prince Charles) and titans of industry (Richard Branson) alike. Even FedEx, which supposedly knows something about logistics, has paid them a visit.
A tour to Dharavi, located in the heart of Central Mumbai. Experience visit to Asia’s largest slums, peer beyond the shanty town and what you see most surprisingly is Dharavi the “enterprise town”. Famed by the movie Slumdog Millionaire, this 500 acre district, established in the 1880s during the British colonial era is the home to a tight knit community of about a million, many of whom produce leather crafts, hand made pottery, textiles etc.
Begin the day with an immersive talk with the Chief of the Dabbawala to get to know the intricate details of the magnificent tiffin service which has been in existence since almost 130 years! After the talk proceed to Dadar, where you will sort each ‘Dabba’ or ‘tiffin yourself. Once the sorting process is over, you’ll also brave the local trains and not just that, you also get to interact with the tiffin men en route! On reaching your particular destination, you will not only deliver the freshly –cooked home food, but also deliver a bundle of smiles together. Once the activity is over at 12:30 PM, we will be having lunch at a local restaurant serving authentic, Vegetarian local cuisine . The day with Dabhawalas can be done with a group of 10 guests and above.
Explore the community trade and auction of 50 tonnes of fish at the docks, to the sorting of 7 different languages of newspapers; from flower markets to the story of the mills; this tour pays homage to the people of Mumbai- restless, hardworking and affluent. From the markets to the communities who make it possible, get a chance to see all the action for yourself. Witness a unique side of Mumbai, almost like secret, unfold as you explore the city at Dawn.
Best month to travel through India. Northern part of India have warm and dry days though chances of fog in the early mornings and late evenings. India celebrates its Republic on 26th of this month.
One of the best months to travel almost all the places in the country. Need to plan to guarantee the accommodations in Feb.
This month is mostly popular with the festival of colour “Holi”. A festival, which celebrates the victory of good over evil.
Temperatures increase and it is one of the best month for visiting the wildlife parks. Daytime temperatures will be high and the visits / excursions is done in early in the mornings and late afternoons. Plan well in advance since hotels may busy over Easter!
The lean season starts and hotelier’s offers much discounted rates. The temperature shoot up to 45 degree Celsius making the days hot and humid. Wildlife sightings are the best in summer months
The plains will be hot and humid and expects rain at this time. Humidity is high and thunderstorms frequent especially in Southern part of India and in Himalayas. However, one can plan to travel to the beautiful region of Leh-Ladakh, which is best in June.
Most part of India has the monsoon during this period. However, it is ideal time to travel to Ladakh.
Good time to do North India particularly Rajasthan with discounted rates. End of monsoon and the weather is good. The season for Ladakh ends. The Southern States as well Himalayas still get rain.
begin the touristic season to all through India. The days are warm. However, one can expect unpredictable showers in southern states. Further it is the festive month Diwali “the festival of lights” – depend on the lunar calendar it falls either in October or in November.
One of the best months to travel through India. It’s the month of festivals (Diwali which sometime falls in October) and the Pushkar Camel and Cattle Fair.
is the best for Southern part of India as Northern part of India will be much cold during morning and evenings and chances of delays of flights / train due to fog. .
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Jun |
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Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Agra | T.Max | 23 | 26 | 32 | 38 | 42 | 41 | 35 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 24 |
| min. | 7 | 10 | 16 | 22 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 12 | 8 | |
| Ravg. | 16 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 10 | 60 | 2 | 10 | 26 | 31 | 51 | 23 | |
| Amritsar | T.max. | 19 | 23 | 28 | 34 | 39 | 40 | 36 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 27 | 21 |
| min. | 5 | 7 | 12 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 17 | 9 | 5 | |
| R.avg. | 38 | 11 | 26 | 9 | 11 | 32 | 169 | 168 | 106 | 54 | 10 | 15 | |
| Aurangabad | T.max. | 29 | 32 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 35 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 |
| min. | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21> | 20 | 16 | 14 | |
| R.avg. | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 17 | 141 | 189 | 146 | 179 | 62 | 32 | 9 | |
| Bangalore | T.max. | 28 | 31 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 |
| min. | 15 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 15 | |
| R.avg. | 4 | 14 | 63 | 71 | 19 | 65 | 93 | 95 | 129 | 195 | 46 | 16 | |
| Kolkata | T.max. | 26 | 29 | 34 | 36 | 36 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 27 |
| min. | 12 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 18 | 13 | |
| R.avg. | 13 | 22 | 30 | 50 | 135 | 263 | 320 | 318 | 253 | 134 | 29 | 4 | |
| Chennai | T.max. | 29 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 38 | 37 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 29 | 28 |
| min. | 20 | 21 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 21 | |
| R.avg. | 24 | 7 | 15 | 25 | 52 | 53 | 83 | 124 | 118 | 267 | 309 | 139 | |
| Chandigarh | T.max. | 20 | 23 | 29 | 32 | 38 | 39 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 27 |
| min. | 7 | 8 | 14 | 19 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 8 | |
| R.avg. | 52 | 9 | 26 | 10 | 11 | 71 | 269 | 253 | 188 | 52 | 8 | 24 | |
| Cochin | T.max. | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 |
| min. | 23 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | |
| R.avg. | 9 | 34 | 50 | 139 | 364 | 756 | 572 | 386 | 235 | 333 | 184 | 37 | |
| Darjeeling | T.max. | 9 | 1 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 12 |
| min. | 3 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 | |
| R.avg. | 22 | 27 | 52 | 109 | 167 | 522 | 713 | 573 | 419 | 116 | 14 | 5 | |
| Delhi | T.max. | 21 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 41 | 40 | 35 | 34 | 34 | 35 | 29 | 23 |
| min. | 7 | 10 | 15 | 21 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 12 | 8 | |
| R.avg. | 25 | 22 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 65 | 211 | 173 | 150 | 31 | 1 | 5 | |
| Gangtok | T.max. | 14 | 15 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 15 |
| min. | 4 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | |
| R.avg. | 44 | 56 | 142 | 222 | 493 | 644 | 63 | 588 | 476 | 152 | 35 | 15 | |
| Goa | T.max. | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 32 |
| min. | 19 | 16 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 21 | |
| R.avg. | 2 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 18 | 180 | 190 | 185 | 276 | 122 | 20 | 37 | |
| Gwalior | T.max. | 23 | 27 | 33 | 39 | 43 | 41 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 29 | 25 |
| min. | 7 | 10 | 16 | 22 | 28 | 30 | 27 | 25 | 34 | 18 | 11 | 7 | |
| R.avg. | 18 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 83 | 274 | 259 | 192 | 35 | 2 | 8 | |
| Hyderabad | T.max. | 30 | 32 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 35 | 31 | 30 | 3 | 031 | 29 | 29 |
| min. | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 16 | 14 | |
| R.avg. | 8 | 9 | 12 | 30 | 28 | 112 | 152 | 134 | 164 | 62 | 29 | 8 | |
| Jaipur | T.max. | 22 | 25 | 31 | 37 | 41 | 39 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 24 |
| min. | 8 | 11 | 15 | 21 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 18 | 12 | 9 | |
| R.avg. | 14 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 54 | 193 | 239 | 90 | 19 | 3 | 4 | |
| Jaisalmer | T.max. | 24 | 28 | 33 | 38 | 42 | 41 | 38 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 31 | 25 |
| min. | 8 | 11 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 13 | 9 | |
| R.avg. | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 89 | 86 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 2 | |
| Jodhpur | T.max. | 25 | 28 | 33 | 38 | 42 | 40 | 36 | 33 | 35 | 36 | 31 | 27 |
| min. | 9 | 12 | 17 | 22 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 20 | 14 | 11 | |
| R.avg. | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 31 | 122 | 145 | 47 | 7 | 3 | 1 | |
| Lucknow | T.max. | 23 | 22 | 33 | 39 | 41 | 38 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 24 |
| min. | 8 | 11 | 16 | 22 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 19 | 12 | 8 | |
| R.avg. | 19 | 19 | 19 | 6 | 20 | 113 | 305 | 292 | 185 | 32 | 6 | 8 | |
| Madurai | T.max. | 30 | 32 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 37 | 36 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 31 | 30 |
| min. | 21 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | |
| R.avg. | 26 | 16 | 21 | 81 | 59 | 31 | 48 | 117 | 123 | 179 | 161 | 43 | |
| Mumbai | T.max. | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 32 |
| min. | 16 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 18 | 13 | |
| R.avg. | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 647 | 945 | 660 | 309 | 117 | 7 | 1 | |
| Patna | T.max. | 24 | 26 | 33 | 38 | 39 | 37 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 25 |
| min. | 11 | 13 | 19 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 16 | 12 | |
| R.avg. | 2 | 20 | 7 | 8 | 28 | 139 | 266 | 307 | 243 | 63 | 6 | 2 | |
| Srinagar | T.max. | 5 | 7 | 14 | 19 | 25 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 23 | 17 | 9 |
| min. | 4 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 2 | |
| R.avg. | 74 | 72 | 93 | 92 | 16 | 36 | 59 | 61 | 39 | 30 | 11 | 33 | |
| Trivandrum | T.max. | 31 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 |
| min. | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | |
| R.avg. | 20 | 20 | 33 | 122 | 249 | 331 | 215 | 164 | 123 | 271 | 207 | 73 | |
| Udaipur | T.max. | 24 | 28 | 32 | 36 | 38 | 36 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 26 |
| min. | 8 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 11 | 8 | |
| R.avg. | 9 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 87 | 197 | 207 | 120 | 16 | 6 | 3 | |
| Varanasi | T.max. | 23 | 27 | 33 | 39 | 41 | 39 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 25 |
| min. | 9 | 11 | 17 | 22 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 21 | 13 | 9 | |
| R.avg. | 23 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 8 | 102 | 346 | 240 | 261 | 38 | 15 | 2 | |
All Foreign Nationals entering India are required to possess a valid international travel document in the form of a national passport with a valid visa from an Indian Mission/Post or e-Visa (Limited Categories) from Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs. The only exceptions are nationals of neighbouring Nepal and Bhutan who can enter India without a visa.
The e-Visa is hassle-free to obtain, and will be suitable for most tourists. Here’s what you need to know about it.
There are three types of e-Tourist visas are now available with validity of one-month, one-year and five-years. The one-month e-Tourist Visa permits two entries and its validity period is 30 days from the date of first arrival in India.
The one-year and five-year e-Tourist visas allow multiple entries but are subject to limitations on length of continuous stay. The fee for the one-year e-Tourist Visa has been reduced, while the fee for the new one-month e-Tourist Visa is discounted during the off-peak summer season from April to June.
Instructions for Applicants:
Persons holding e-Visa will be allowed to enter into India only through the designated international airports (28) namely : Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Calicut, Chennai, Chandigarh, Kochi, Coimbatore, Delhi, Gaya, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Pune, Trichy, Trivandrum, Varanasi, and Vishakhapatnam.
e-Visa facility is also been provided for entry at 5 major Indian seaport for cruise tourists: Kochi, Goa, Mangalore, Mumbai, Chennai.
Following are the eligibility of e-Tourist Visa:
Passport holders of the following 166 countries are eligible for e-Visa: Albania, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia an Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon Union Republic, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Island, Chile, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cote d’lvoire, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati,Kyrgyzstan , Laos, Latvia, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger Republic, Niue Island, Norway, Oman, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal , Qatar, Republic of Korea, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Christopher and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Island, Tuvalu, UAE, Uganda,Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City-Holy See, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Citizens of all other countries, except Japan, now pays the same fees for e-Tourist visas. These are as follows:
One-month e-Tourist Visa (April to June): $10.
One-month e-Tourist Visa (remainder of the year): $25
One-year e-Tourist Visa: $40.
Five-year e-Tourist Visa: $80.
Japanese citizens only pay $25 for one-year and five-year e-Tourist visas.
Citizens of the following countries are entitled to free visas:
Argentina, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Myanmar, Nauru, Niue Island, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uruguay and Vanuatu.
Important: When applying for your e-Visa, do be aware that a number of commercial websites have been created to look similar to the government of India’s official website, and they claim to provide online visa services to tourists. Below is the official website to apply Indian e-Visa:
Mail Us travelcounsellors@tbi.co.in
We have put together some sample itineraries to give you an idea about the options for the travel through India – North India, South India, Central India, East & West India. These are only suggestions and can be tailored to the interests and requirements of the clients.
