51 days in India Itinerary

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Spend the 5th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, take in the spiritual surroundings of Lotus Temple, explore the historical opulence of Red Fort, and admire the natural beauty at Akshardham.

To find ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the New Delhi trip planner.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiport is Indira Gandhi International Airport. In December, daily temperatures in New Delhi can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can drive to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Agra is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Taj Mahal, explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort, tour the pleasant surroundings at Wildlife SoS Bear Sanctuary, and admire the striking features of Tomb of Akbar the Great.

For where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Agra road trip planner.

You can drive from New Delhi to Agra in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in December, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to fly to Khajuraho.

Most visitors come to Khajuraho to see the 1,000-year-old erotic rock carvings at a cluster of World Heritage-listed Hindu and Jain temples.

On the 12th (Mon), admire the striking features of Devi Jagdamba Temple, then admire the striking features of Kandariya Mahadev Temple, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chitragupta Temple. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Dhubela Museum, then admire the landmark architecture of Lakshmana Temple, and then get engrossed in the history at Khajuraho Temples.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Khajuraho day trip planning tool.

You can fly from Agra to Khajuraho in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Jaipur.

Known as the "Pink City" because of the color of the stone used for many of its notable structures, Jaipur draws visitors with its chaotic street life and a slew of colorful bazaars selling everything from handmade pottery to tie-dye scarves.

Jaipur is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Amber Palace, get a dose of the wild on Elefantastic, stroll through EleSafari, and take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Jaipur.

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You can fly from Khajuraho to Jaipur in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in December, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Jaisalmer.

A World Heritage Site, the desert city of Jaisalmer has a number of historical attractions, buildings, and legends worthy of protection.

Spend the 20th (Tue) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Spend the 22nd (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Jaisalmer Fort, see Off-Road Tours, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jain Temples, and admire the striking features of Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli.

To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read our Jaisalmer journey maker site.

Traveling by flight from Jaipur to Jaisalmer takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Jodhpur.

The blue-walled buildings in the old quarter of Jodhpur have a calming, quaint aesthetic when viewed from up high, but down on the streets the city bustles with a lively atmosphere that belies its toy-town color.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): admire the striking features of Walk to blueCity heritagetour, then contemplate the long history of Mehrangarh Fort, then browse for treasures at Ganesh Handicrafts, and finally don't miss a visit to Ghanta Ghar. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Outdoor Activities and then explore the world behind art at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum.

For other places to visit and more tourist information, go to the Jodhpur online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Jodhpur are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can drive to Udaipur.

Tourism in Udaipur, a picturesque city known for its lake system, thrives due to the area's numerous historic and cultural relics.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Udaipur, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Jagdish Temple. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Ekling Ji Temple, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then look for gifts at Gothwal Art, and finally get engrossed in the history at Bagore Ki Haveli Museum.

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Traveling by car from Jodhpur to Udaipur takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Udaipur are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

Mumbai is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and scenic drive. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, take a stroll through Dharavi, kick back and relax at Chowpatty Beach, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Siddhivinayak.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Mumbai trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Udaipur to Mumbai by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In December, Mumbai is a bit warmer than Udaipur - with highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can fly to Goa.

On India's western coastline, the former Portuguese colony of Goa tells a visibly different story than the rest of India.

Spend the 6th (Fri) wandering through the wild on Goa Jungle Adventure. There's lots more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Palolem Beach, stroll through Baga Beach, stop by Lucky Arts, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shri Tirupati Balaji Padmavati Temple.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Goa route website.

You can fly from Mumbai to Goa in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or drive. When traveling from Mumbai in December, plan for little chillier days and somewhat warmer nights in Goa: temperatures range from 31°C by day to 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can travel to Mysuru (Mysore).

A historic and culturally distinctive city, Mysuru (Mysore) has all the stories, artworks, and architecture you'd hope to find in the former capital city of a rich kingdom.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Sat): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, step into the grandiose world of Mysuru Palace, and then look for gifts at Adil & Azam. On your second day here, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Chamundeshwari Temple and then admire the local landmark of Brindavan Garden.

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You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Goa to Mysuru (Mysore) in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Goa in January, with highs in Mysuru (Mysore) at 30°C and lows at 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to drive to Munnar.

Sitting at the point where three mountain rivers meet, the hill station of Munnar has become known as a tea-growing center in the south of the country.

On the 9th (Mon), shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour and then take in nature's colorful creations at Tea Gardens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Tea Museum, admire the engineering at Mattupetty Dam, and then take some stellar pictures from Munnar Hill Station.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Munnar route builder app.

Drive from Mysuru (Mysore) to Munnar in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and flight; or take a bus. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Mysuru (Mysore) in January: high temperatures in Munnar hover around 38°C and lows are around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Thekkady.

Centered on an artificial lake, Thekkady provides a sanctuary to a diverse set of animals and plant species.

Thekkady is known for parks, nature, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Periyar Tiger Reserve, see the interesting displays at Angadipetty -Kerala Ayurveda Museum, relax in the rural setting at Philip's Natural Honey And Bee Farm, and stop by Abraham's Spice Garden.

To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Thekkady trip tool.

Drive from Munnar to Thekkady in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to drive to Kochi (Cochin).

A flourishing port city and magnet for the spice trade since the 15th century, Kochi (Cochin) proudly bears its distinct international influence and local Keralan culture.

Change things up with these side-trips from Kochi (Cochin): Alappuzha Beach (in Alappuzha) and Marari Beach (in Mararikulam). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, learn something new at Kerala Kathakali Centre, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jeevamatha Church.

For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Kochi (Cochin) day trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Thekkady to Kochi (Cochin) takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Amritsar.

A holy city, Amritsar stands as the spiritual and cultural capital of Sikhism, and the location of the religion's most revered and holiest shrine.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurudwara Baba Atal Rai, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, then admire the natural beauty at Jallianwala Bagh, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Shri Manji Sahib.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Amritsar trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Kochi (Cochin) to Amritsar takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Kochi (Cochin) in January; daily highs in Amritsar reach 20°C and lows reach 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.