Your Ultimate India Travel Guide 2025 🇮🇳✈️
Want to travel to India? Whatever could be your mode of traveling – traveling alone, honeymoon traveling, or traveling with your family members on a tour, we have it all in store. From traveling by flights or train to staying at any of the best hotels, along with their dishes and making your traveling process even more convenient,
✈️ Best Destinations to Travel by Air from Delhi
Delhi is well connected with all the key Indian cities. A brief overview of some of the most visited routes and return flight fares is provided below:
- Mumbai – ₹6,000 - ₹12,000 (2 hrs)
- Goa – ₹7,000 - ₹15,000 (2.5 hrs)
- Jaipur – ₹3,000 - ₹6,000 (1 hr)
- Cochin (Kerala) – ₹8,000 - ₹18,000 (3 hrs)
- Ladakh (Leh) – ₹7,500 - ₹14,000 (1.5 hrs)
✈️ Tips for Booking a Flight:
- Book 4-6 weeks in advance to get the best prices.
- One should compare prices on MakeMyTrip, Goibibo, or Skyscanner.
Where to Stay in India?
India has something for every budget for all. Here are some of our favorites:
Budget Hotels (₹1,000 - ₹3,000/night)
- Zostel – The first choice of the backpacker.
- Ginger Hotels – Spick, cheap, and home-like.
- FabHotels & OYO Rooms – Affordable and convenient.
Mid-Range Hotels (₹3,500 - ₹8,000/night)
- The Park – Found in most cities.
- Lemon Tree Hotels – Ideal for business and travel.
- ITC Fortune Hotels – Great hospitality and locations.
Luxury Hotels (₹9,000 - ₹50,000/night)
- The Taj Mahal Palace (Mumbai) – Timeless luxury.
- The Oberoi Udaivilas (Udaipur) – Life of the palace.
- Leela Palace (Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai) – International-class comfort.
- JW Marriott (Multiple cities) – Luxury service.
Must-try Indian Food
Indian cuisine is a taste explosion! A few essentials include:
- Delhi – Butter Chicken (₹400-800), Chole Bhature (₹100-250)
- Mumbai – Pav Bhaji (₹150-300), Vada Pav (₹20-50)
- Jaipur – Dal Baati Churma (₹200-400), Ghewar (₹100-300)
- Kerala – Sadya (₹300-600), Malabar Biryani (₹400-800)
- Goa – Goan Fish Curry (₹300-700), Bebinca (₹200-500)
Best Street Food Places:
- Delhi – Paranthe Wali Gali
- Mumbai – Chowpatty Beach
- Jaipur – Johri Bazaar
- Bangalore – Lalbagh Market
- Pune – FC Road
Travelling Around India
There are plenty of options to travel in India, whichever suits your need and pocket.
- Flights – Fast but possibly expensive.
- Trains – Cheap and comfortable.
- Sleeper Class: ₹300-1,000 (long-distance)
- AC Class: ₹1,000-3,500 (air-conditioned, comfortable)
Buses – Best suited for city-to-city travel.
- State Transport: ₹100-500
- Luxury Buses: ₹800-2,500
Local Transport:
- Metro (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore) – ₹10-60 per trip
- Auto Rickshaws – ₹30-200 (for short distances)
- Taxis (Ola, Uber, Rapido) – ₹200-1,500 (depending on the distance)
Top Locations around Delhi
The Pink City - Jaipur
- Distance: 280 km (5 hours car drive, 1 hour airplane flight)
- Must-Visit: Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace
- Best Time to Visit: October - March
Home to the Taj Mahal: Agra
- Distance: 230 km (3-4 hours of driving time, 2 hours by train)
- Must-See: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh
- Best Time to Visit: November - February
Rishikesh – Yoga & Adventure Hub
- Distance: 250 km (6 hrs by road)
- Should-Do: River rafting, Ganga Aarti, Yoga Retreats
- Best Time to Visit: September - June
Goa – Beaches & Nightlife
- Distance: 2.5 hr flight from Delhi
- Must-Visit: Baga Beach, Aguada Fort, Dudhsagar Waterfalls
- Ideal Time to Visit: November - March
Paradise of Adventure Seekers - Leh-Ladakh
- Distance: 1.5 hr flight from Delhi
- Must-Visit: Pangong Lake, Magnetic Hill, Nubra Valley
- Ideal Time to Visit: May - September
Travel Guide to India
- Best Time to Visit: October to March (good weather)
- Currency: Indian Rupee (INR); ATMs are easily found.
- Language: English is very prevalent in tourist areas.
- Safety: Use registered transport, do not travel to far places late at night.
- Packing Essentials: Comfortable attire, power bank, adapter, travel insurance. Something here for all of us in India—culture, cuisine, history, and adventure! Plan early, be prudent, and enjoy memories for life.
Safe journeys!💓
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