17 days in India Itinerary

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.

On the 5th (Sun), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurudwara Shri Manji Sahib, admire the natural beauty at Jallianwala Bagh, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, and finally get engrossed in the history at The Partition Museum.

For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Amritsar driving holiday planner.

New Delhi to Amritsar is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. In March, Amritsar is a bit cooler than New Delhi - with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight 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: let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, make a trip to Gateway of India, get engrossed in the history at Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, and snap pictures at Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

To find other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Mumbai online attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Amritsar to Mumbai takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, Mumbai is somewhat warmer than Amritsar - with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can fly 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 9th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Ekling Ji Temple, then take an in-depth tour of Bagore Ki Haveli Museum, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas. Keep things going the next day: explore the activities along Lake Pichola, get engrossed in the history at City Palace of Udaipur, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jagdish Temple.

To find photos, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Udaipur online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Mumbai to Udaipur takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Mumbai in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Udaipur, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough 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.

On the 11th (Sat), admire the masterpieces at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, then contemplate the long history of Mehrangarh Fort, and then browse for treasures at Ganesh Handicrafts.

To see photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Jodhpur attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Udaipur to Jodhpur takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can go by car to Jaisalmer.

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

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): see Off-Road Tours, then look for gifts at Shayama Cashmere Store, and then contemplate the long history of Jaisalmer Fort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Mon): see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

For photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read our Jaisalmer tour planner.

Traveling by car from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can 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.

Spend the 16th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Amber Palace, admire the striking features of Jal Mahal, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and make a trip to Jagat Shiromani Ji Temple.

To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Jaipur holiday tool.

You can fly from Jaisalmer to Jaipur in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, make a trip to Agra Fort, then admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal, and finally explore the world behind art at Marble Handicrafts Agra. On the 18th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the architecture and history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity, take in nature's colorful creations at Anguri Bagh, then admire the striking features of Taj Mahal, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Bageshwarnath Temple.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Agra trip planner.

You can fly from Jaipur to Agra in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Agra can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to drive to New Delhi.

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.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, stroll through Akshardham, contemplate the long history of Red Fort, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan).

For traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the New Delhi trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Agra to New Delhi by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train; or take a bus. March in New Delhi sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can travel back home.