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India Travel Guide 2026

Taj Mahal, Goa beaches, Kerala backwaters, Rajasthan deserts — a sensory overload of colour, chaos, and beauty.

🏆 Top Destinations

🕌 Taj Mahal (Agra)

7th Wonder of the World. Mughal masterpiece. Sunrise visit = magical. Entry: ₹1,100 (foreign). Day trip from Delhi.

🏖️ Goa

India's beach paradise. Portuguese heritage. Baga, Anjuna, Palolem beaches. Nightlife, seafood, hostels. Nov-Feb best.

🌴 Kerala

"God's Own Country." Alleppey houseboats, Munnar tea plantations, Kovalam beach. Ayurveda resorts. Green paradise.

🏰 Rajasthan

Jaipur (Pink City), Udaipur (Lake City), Jaisalmer (Golden City), Jodhpur (Blue City). Forts, palaces, desert safaris.

🏔️ Himalayas

Manali, Leh-Ladakh, Dharamsala (Dalai Lama), Rishikesh (yoga), Shimla. Trekking, adventure, spiritual retreats.

🙏 Varanasi

Oldest living city. Ganges River ghats. Sunrise boat ride. Hindu spirituality. Aarti ceremony. Life-changing experience.

💰 Budget Tips

  • India is CHEAP! Budget travellers: ₹1,500-₹3,000/day ($18-$36).
  • Trains: Indian Railways = best value. Sleeper class: ₹200-₹800 per trip.
  • Street food: ₹15-₹50 per item (samosa, pav bhaji, dosa, chai).
  • Hostels: ₹300-₹800/night. Zostel, Hostelworld, goSTOPS.
  • Best time: Oct-Mar (winter) — avoid May-Jun (extreme heat) and Jul-Sep (monsoon).