25 days in India Itinerary

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

When in Agra, make a side trip to see Keoladeo National Park in Bharatpur, approximately Bharatpur away. There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, stroll through Wildlife SoS Bear Sanctuary, don't miss a visit to Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, and view the masterpieces at Taj Gallery.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Agra trip maker site.

Stockholm, Sweden to Agra is an approximately 12.5-hour combination of flight and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to India Standard Time (IST) is 4.5 hours. Traveling from Stockholm in January, expect Agra to be much hotter, temps between 22°C and 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough 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.

Spend the 2nd (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: admire the striking features of Amber Palace, see the sky in a new way at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and stop by Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Centre.

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Fly from Agra to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Agra in January, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Jaipur: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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 4th (Sat): 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 5th (Sun): take an exotic tour of a safari tour.

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You can fly from Jaipur to Jaisalmer in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough 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 6th (Mon): examine the collection at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and then browse for treasures at Ganesh Handicrafts.

For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Jodhpur attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Jodhpur can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can go by car to Udaipur.

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

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jagdish Temple, then get engrossed in the history at City Palace of Udaipur, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola. Keep things going the next day: take an in-depth tour of Bagore Ki Haveli Museum, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shri Ekling Ji Temple.

To find ratings, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Udaipur online holiday planner.

You can drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In February, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow 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 in the views from Bandra-Worli Sea Link, take in the spiritual surroundings of Banganga Tank, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Crawford Market.

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You can fly from Udaipur to Mumbai in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Udaipur in February, expect Mumbai to be somewhat warmer, temps between 37°C and 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Kovalam.

Famous for the groves of coconut trees from which it takes its name, Kovalam offers a long, white sandy beach on the Arabian Sea.

On the 12th (Sun), see the interesting displays at Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace, stroll through Lighthouse Beach, and then kick back and relax at Kovalam Beach.

For more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Kovalam online sightseeing planner.

Getting from Mumbai to Kovalam by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Mumbai in February, Kovalam is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) 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.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): relax and rejuvenate at Ayur Sparsh, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Periyar Tiger Reserve, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Green Park Spices Thekkady, and finally see the interesting displays at Angadipetty -Kerala Ayurveda Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Periyar Lake, then see the interesting displays at The Periyar Interpretation Centre, and then relax in the rural setting at Philip's Natural Honey And Bee Farm.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Thekkady trip planner.

Drive from Kovalam to Thekkady in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and taxi; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) 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.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Paradesi Synagogue, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then admire the landmark architecture of Jeevamatha Church, and finally make a trip to Chinese Fishing Nets. Here are some ideas for day two: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Kochi (Cochin) travel route planner.

Drive from Thekkady to Kochi (Cochin) in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in February, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Humayun's Tomb, don't miss a visit to Qutub Minar, contemplate the long history of India Gate, and take in nature's colorful creations at Lodhi Garden.

To see maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the New Delhi day trip planner.

You can fly from Kochi (Cochin) to New Delhi in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Kochi (Cochin) in February: highs in New Delhi hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.