16 days in India Itinerary
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Start: Washington
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Chennai
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Madurai
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Mumbai
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Lonavala
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Mahabaleshwar
— 2 nights
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Pune
— 3 nights
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End: Washington
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Chennai — 3 nights
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Detroit of South Asia
Chennai, a city hailed for its vibrant atmosphere and historic attractions, remains one of the most visited places in India.Bring the kids along to Shore Temple and VGP Snow Kingdom. Monuments at Mahabalipuram and Parthasarathy Temple are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Chennai side-trips: Mahabalipuram (The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology, Mahabalipuram Lighthouse, &more). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ananthaa Padmanabha Swaamy Temple, see the interesting displays at Live Art Museum, stroll through Besant Nagar Beach, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at San Thome Church.
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Washington, USA to Chennai is an approximately 25-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Washington to Chennai. Expect much warmer temperatures when traveling from Washington in May; daily highs in Chennai reach 99°F and lows reach 81°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Madurai.
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Madurai — 2 nights
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Athens of the East
One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Madurai sits on the banks of the River Vaigai and serves as a center of Tamil culture.Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Aayiram Kaal Mandapam, then admire the striking features of Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Pazhamudhir Solai.
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Traveling by flight from Chennai to Madurai takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Chennai in May, expect nights in Madurai to be about the same, around 78°F, while days are slightly colder, around 93°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Mumbai.
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Mumbai — 1 night
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Gateway to India
Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): admire the striking features of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation building, steep yourself in history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, cruise along Marine Drive, then make a trip to Dhobi Ghat, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Siddhivinayak. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, visit Nariman Point, take an in-depth tour of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, then appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Wesley Church.
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Traveling by flight from Madurai to Mumbai takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Mumbai are 93°F, while nighttime lows are 80°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can go by car to Lonavala.
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Lonavala — 2 nights
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The hill station of Lonavala has developed into a resort town popular with Mumbai and Pune residents.Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Mahad Ganpati Temple and then get in on the family fun at Imagicaa. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: Head underground at Karla Caves, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ekvira Devi Temple, then contemplate the long history of Lohagad Fort, and finally see the interesting displays at Wax museum.
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Traveling by car from Mumbai to Lonavala takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Lonavala can reach 93°F, while at night they dip to 80°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Mahabaleshwar.
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Mahabaleshwar — 2 nights
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Located high up in the Western Ghats, the hill station of Mahabaleshwar sits above one of the only evergreen forests in the country.On the 17th (Mon), take in the spiritual surroundings of Atibaleshwar madir, take some stellar pictures from Arthur's Seat, don't miss a visit to Shri Panchganga Mandir, then contemplate the waterfront views at Venna Lake, and finally steep yourself in history at Mahabaleshwar Hill Station. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Tue): delve into the distant past at Krishnabai Temple, contemplate the long history of Mahabaleshwar Temple, then examine the collection at Hollywood Wax Museum, then take in the awesome beauty at Table Land, and finally take some stellar pictures from Parsi Point.
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You can drive from Lonavala to Mahabaleshwar in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Pune.
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Pune — 3 nights
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Oxford of the East
Pune has long enjoyed a reputation as a center of culture and commerce, with many dynastic rulers making the town central to their regional plans in the centuries before the British Raj.Kids will appreciate attractions like Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple and ISKCON NVCC Temple. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Chaturshrungi Temple. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Darshan Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kasba Peth Ganpati Temple, step into the grandiose world of Aga Khan Palace, and admire the landmark architecture of Shaniwar Wada.
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Traveling by car from Mahabaleshwar to Pune takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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India travel guide
It may very well be fair to call India "incredible," given its mind-boggling diversity of landscapes, climates, cultures, and languages. The world's largest democracy, and second only to China in terms of population, India contains majestic peaks dusted with glistening snow, sun-drenched beaches, ancient hand-carved temples, and sprawling cities jam-packed with people, vehicles, and animals. Many tour India during the country's devotional festivals, which range from immense parades that convert cities into giant performance stages, to simple farming fairs dedicated to relatively obscure local deities. Whenever you choose to vacation in India, make sure you see some of the country's World Heritage Sites, which include the legendary Taj Mahal and Chilika Lake, the planet's second-largest lagoon.
Maharashtra travel guide
Packed with some of India's top attractions, Maharashtra stretches from the country's western coast to its central section, encompassing equally varied landscapes and climates. Home to the most industrialized region in India, this sprawling state also boasts thriving agricultural and tourism sectors. Begin your tour of Maharashtra in Mumbai, India's commercial capital and hub of the successful Bollywood film and TV industries. Beyond this immense, cosmopolitan city, you can explore Buddhist caves, ancient temple complexes, modern beach resorts, national parks, and pleasant hill stations that the European colonists used as summer retreats.
