32 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.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, see the interesting displays at Gandhi Smriti, step into the grandiose world of Red Fort, and steep yourself in history at India Gate.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the New Delhi itinerary planner.

The Route module shows you travel options from your home to New Delhi. In August, plan for daily highs up to 40°C, and evening lows to 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Agra is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Taj Mahal, don't miss a visit to Diwan E Aam, examine the collection at Imperial Wax Museum, and view the masterpieces at Taj Gallery.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Agra trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by car from New Delhi to Agra takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Agra are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Leh is known for nature, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Thiksey Monastery, see the interesting displays at Stok Palace Museum, look for gifts at De Pashmina Emporium, and pause for some photo ops at Shey Monastery.

To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Leh holiday planning website.

You can do a combination of train and flight from Agra to Leh in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to travel to Thekkady.

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: tour the pleasant surroundings at Periyar Tiger Reserve, stroll around Thekkady Rose Park, relax in the rural setting at Spice Cloud, and look for gifts at Green Land Spice Garden.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Thekkady journey maker.

Do a combination of flight and taxi from Leh to Thekkady in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum).

Situated among a collection of low hills that lead up to the coastline, state capital Thiruvananthapuram acts as a base for exploration of the southern tip of the country.

Explore Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)'s surroundings by going to Kovalam (Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam Beach, &more). Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, make a trip to Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple, examine the collection at Napier Museum, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) trip itinerary builder tool.

You can drive from Thekkady to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and flight; or take a bus. In August in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to fly 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.

Kochi (Cochin) is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and classes. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, admire the striking features of Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Saint Francis, and learn something new at Kerala Kathakali Centre.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Kochi (Cochin) trip planner.

You can fly from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) to Kochi (Cochin) in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Kochi (Cochin) can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, then appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, and then look for gifts at Bungalow Eight. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Dhobi Ghat, cruise along Marine Drive, admire the striking features of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, then get engrossed in the history at Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, and finally snap pictures at Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

To find ratings and tourist information, you can read our Mumbai trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by flight from Kochi (Cochin) to Mumbai takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. September in Mumbai sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can catch the flight 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 7th (Mon), explore the world behind art at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, then look for gifts at Mohanlal Verhomal Spices (MV SPICES), then steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and finally don't miss a visit to Ghanta Ghar.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Jodhpur trip planner.

You can fly from Mumbai to Jodhpur in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Mumbai in September, expect nights in Jodhpur to be about the same, around 30°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 41°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to 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 8th (Tue): take in the exciting artwork at Gothwal Art, take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Udaipur, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jagdish Temple. On the next day, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shri Ekling Ji Temple, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then explore the activities along Lake Pichola, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Shahastrabahu Temple.

For maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Udaipur trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by car from Jodhpur to Udaipur takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Jodhpur in September: high temperatures in Udaipur hover around 38°C and lows are around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Jaipur is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Amber Palace, look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and stroll through Elefriend.

To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Jaipur trip itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Udaipur to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 41°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can fly 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 14th (Mon): take an exotic tour of a safari tour. On your second day here, admire the striking features of Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli and then steep yourself in history at Jaisalmer Fort.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Jaisalmer trip planner.

You can fly from Jaipur to Jaisalmer in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.