10 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.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Wed): admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, make a trip to India Gate, then stop by KCS Kashmir Shawl Emporium, and finally explore the historical opulence of Red Fort (Lal Quila).

To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our New Delhi online trip maker .

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to New Delhi. In November, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to travel 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 28th (Thu): explore the activities along Lake Pichola, view the masterpieces at Gothwal Art, then get engrossed in the history at City Palace of Udaipur, and finally view the masterpieces at Fine Art School (Painting House).

For where to stay, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Udaipur online trip itinerary builder .

Traveling by flight from New Delhi to Udaipur takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in November, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) to allow time to travel 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.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Jaipur Rugs Company Pvt. Ltd. and Jewels Lake Palace , Jaipur. City Palace of Jaipur and Jitesh Arts will appeal to museum buffs. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Amber Palace, get some fabulous bargains at Carpet And Textile House, view the masterpieces at Diwan-e-Aam Hall of Public Audience, and pick up a one of a kind souvenir at 925 Silver.

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Fly from Udaipur to Jaipur in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Jaipur can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can travel to Lucknow.

A traditionally cultural city with peculiar architecture and a blend of civilizations, Lucknow offers popular sightseeing of a number of historic monuments.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sri Sri Radha Raman Bihari Ji Mandir, then browse the different shops at Phoenix United Mall, then stop by Ada Chikan, and finally take a stroll through Hazratganj.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Lucknow sightseeing planner.

Traveling by flight from Jaipur to Lucknow takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Jaipur in December: highs in Lucknow hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Kanpur.

Kanpur is the 12th most populous city in India and the second largest city in the state of Uttar Pradesh after Lucknow. On the 3rd (Tue), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dwarkadhish Temple and then stop by Z Square Mall.

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Getting from Lucknow to Kanpur by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Lucknow in December, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Kanpur, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can travel to Varanasi.

A sacred city for Hindus and thought by many to be the place where Buddhism formed as a religion, Varanasi leaves an imprint on the hearts and minds of visitors regardless of their creed, race, or religion.

On the 4th (Wed), admire the landmark architecture of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, view the masterpieces at Ruchika Art Gallery, then look for gifts at Natura India, and finally pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Ashul Sharma.

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You can drive from Kanpur to Varanasi in 6.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Varanasi are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, then view the masterpieces at Taj Gallery, and then explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort. On your second day here, take in the exciting artwork at U.P Handicrafts Development Center, browse the exhibits of Agra Art Gallery, and then explore the galleries of New Nice Marble Art & Handicrafts.

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Getting from Varanasi to Agra by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Varanasi in December, expect little chillier with lows of 9°C in Agra. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to drive back home.