30 days in India Itinerary

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: stroll through Periyar Tiger Reserve, stop by Green Land Spice Garden, explore the activities along Periyar Lake, and pause for some serene contemplation at Our Lady of Lourde's Roman Catholic Latin Church.

For more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Thekkady itinerary maker app.

London, UK to Thekkady is an approximately 17.5-hour combination of flight and taxi. Traveling from London to Thekkady, you'll lose 5.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): step into the grandiose world of Mysuru Palace, get to know the resident critters at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, and then view the masterpieces at The Hobby Place. On the 6th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: ponder the design of Brindavan Garden.

For other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Mysuru (Mysore) trip builder website.

Getting from Thekkady to Mysuru (Mysore) by car takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, flight, and bus; or do a combination of taxi, flight, and train. In December, daytime highs in Mysuru (Mysore) are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Tue) to allow time for the flight to Aurangabad.

A place of history, culture, and spiritualism, Aurangabad appeals to a growing number of pilgrims and tourists looking to get more out of their vacation in India.

On the 7th (Wed), delve into the distant past at Daulatabad Fort and then Head underground at Ellora Caves.

To see maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Aurangabad trip itinerary maker site.

Fly from Mysuru (Mysore) to Aurangabad in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Mysuru (Mysore) in December, plan for a bit warmer days and slightly colder nights in Aurangabad: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (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 an in-depth tour of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, cruise along Marine Drive, and snap pictures at Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

For where to stay, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Mumbai trip maker site.

Getting from Aurangabad to Mumbai by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Aurangabad in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Mumbai, with lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to 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.

On the 11th (Sun), take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Ekling Ji Temple, take an in-depth tour of Bagore Ki Haveli Museum, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola, then admire the landmark architecture of City Palace of Udaipur, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jagdish Temple.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Udaipur trip planner.

You can fly from Mumbai to Udaipur in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Mumbai in December, expect Udaipur to be a bit cooler, temps between 29°C and 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) so you can go by car 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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Jaswant Thada, examine the collection at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Ghanta Ghar, steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and then take in the exciting artwork at Ganesh Handicrafts.

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Jodhpur visit planner.

Traveling by car from Udaipur to Jodhpur takes 4 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. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to drive 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 17th (Sat) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Spend the 18th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Jaisalmer Fort, see Off-Road Tours, admire the striking features of Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli, and pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Desert Art Gallery.

To see ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Jaisalmer trip planner.

Getting from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) 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 21st (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Amber Palace, admire the striking features of Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, take some stellar pictures from Nahargarh Fort, and see the sky in a new way at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur.

To find photos, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Jaipur trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Jaisalmer to Jaipur in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): explore the galleries of Agra Art Gallery, admire the striking features of Taj Mahal, and then stop by Mughal Carpet. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity, admire the landmark architecture of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, then explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort, and finally admire the striking features of Jahangir Mahal.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, read Agra trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Jaipur to Agra takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Agra can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough 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: enjoy breathtaking views from Qutub Minar, steep yourself in history at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, admire the natural beauty at Lodhi Garden, and admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb.

To find maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our New Delhi tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Agra to New Delhi in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In December in New Delhi, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) to allow time to fly 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.

On the 30th (Fri), admire the natural beauty at Jallianwala Bagh, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Amritsar visit site.

Getting from New Delhi to Amritsar by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from New Delhi in December, plan for a bit cooler nights in Amritsar, with lows around 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can fly back home.