India Travel Guide
Practical answers to the questions most international travellers have before visiting India — drawn from planning journeys across the country for more than 20 years.
Best Time to Visit India
- Planning
October to March offers the most comfortable weather for the Golden Triangle.
Golden Triangle Weather
Month-by-month conditions across Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
- Planning
How Many Days Do You Need
Matching trip length to your pace and interests.
- Planning
What to Pack for India
A practical packing list adjusted for season and sightseeing.
- Preparing
India Travel Tips
Etiquette, health, connectivity and general orientation.
- Preparing
India Travel Safety
Practical precautions for a comfortable, confident trip.
- Preparing
Currency & Payments
What to know about cards, cash and ATMs in India.
- Logistics
India Visa Information
An overview of the e-Visa process for international visitors.
- Logistics
Getting Around India
Private car, train and flights between Golden Triangle cities.
- Logistics
India Food Guide
Regional specilaities & what to expect at table
- culture
Is India Safe to Travel? A Practical Guide
India is generally safe for international travellers who take standard precautions, particularly on well-established routes like the Golden Triangle. Private transport and guided sightseeing further reduce common traveller concerns.
General Safety Practices
Standard travel-safety habits apply in India as they would in any major travel destination.
Standard travel-safety habits apply in India as they would in any major travel destination.
Solo & Female Traveller Considerations
Private guided travel and pre-arranged transport meaningfully reduce common concerns.
Private guided travel and pre-arranged transport meaningfully reduce common concerns.
Health & Water Safety
Stick to bottled or filtered water and be selective with street food early in your trip.
Stick to bottled or filtered water and be selective with street food early in your trip.
Why Private Travel Helps
A private vehicle, driver and guide remove much of the uncertainty first-time visitors worry about.
A private vehicle, driver and guide remove much of the uncertainty first-time visitors worry about.
General travel guidance only — always check current government advisories for your nationality before travelling.