India is a huge country with a lot to see and to experience, and most Travel and Tour Packages in India focus on one region. Many important tourist destinations are located in the north, from Delhi and the Taj Mahal to the the hill stations and mountain destinations in the Himalayas. In the south you can find the tropical beaches in Goa and Kerala, interesting cities such as Mumbai and Bangalore, as well as Hindu temples and pilgrimage destinations.
How to Plan a Trip to India
There are great distances between India’s main cities, but the most important tourist sites are easy to get to. Several domestic airlines fly between the biggest cities many times a day. Fast trains and luxury trains connect many major cities. It is also easy to hire a car with a driver. There is an increasing number of luxury hotels in India as well as comfortable mid-range hotels and resorts.
It is important to book tour packages, flights and train tickets as far in advance as possible. Long distance trains are often fully booked and hotels can also become full especially during important holidays. If you are planning to travel in the peak season it is necessary to plan ahead.
When Is the Best Time to Visit India?
India’s climate varies from the mountain climate in the Himalayas to the tropical climate in the south. The main seasons are the hot summer season, the cooler winter, and the monsoon season.
The winter months from November to March are the high season in most destinations, especially on the beaches and in the south. Some cities in the north can be cold during the winter, but the south is warm and sunny. December to January is the peak season in many destinations, especially on the beaches.
The summer season from April to June brings hot weather, and in some regions daytime temperatures can be almost unbearably hot. This is a good time to book a tour to the cooler hill stations in northern India. The monsoon season starts around June and lasts until September, although the second monsoon arrives on the east and southeast parts of India in October and lasts until November.
How much the monsoon affects your plans depends on which part of the country you are visiting. It is possible to visit many parts of India during the monsoon, although some areas might be closed from travel for a few months due to heavy rains. The monsoon season is the low season in travel, and many resorts, hotels and tour companies offer good discounts.
