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 9th (Fri): enjoy breathtaking views from Qutub Minar, then admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, and then don't miss a visit to India Gate. On the 10th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the historical opulence of Red Fort (Lal Quila), take in nature's colorful creations at Akshardham, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan).

To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the New Delhi trip planner .

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to New Delhi. In August, daily temperatures in New Delhi can reach 40°C, while at night they dip to 31°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to travel to Bengaluru.

Flourishing development and a bustling IT industry transformed Bangalore into a vibrant metropolis, but the city preserves its numerous historic and cultural sights.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): find something for the whole family at Wonderla Amusement Park.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Bengaluru online sightseeing planner .

Getting from New Delhi to Bengaluru by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from New Delhi in August, expect Bengaluru to be slightly colder, temps between 34°C and 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Mon): explore the historical opulence of Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas), meet the residents at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, and finally see the interesting displays at Sea Shell Museum.

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Traveling by car from Bengaluru to Mysuru (Mysore) takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Bengaluru, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Mysuru (Mysore), ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) so you can go by car to Ooty (Udhagamandalam).

Tea gardens and eucalyptus trees scent the air of the fields surrounding Ooty, a popular summer tourism destination up in the hills.

On the 13th (Tue), take in the awesome beauty at Doddabetta Peak, then admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Ooty Lake.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Ooty (Udhagamandalam) trip planner .

You can drive from Mysuru (Mysore) to Ooty (Udhagamandalam) in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. When traveling from Mysuru (Mysore) in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Ooty (Udhagamandalam), with highs around 37°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Malappuram.

Malappuram is a city in the southern Indian state of Kerala, spread over an area of 33.61sqkm. On the 14th (Wed), see the interesting displays at Nilambur Teak Museum and then stroll through Padinharekara Beach.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Malappuram vacation builder website .

Traveling by car from Ooty (Udhagamandalam) to Malappuram takes 4.5 hours. In August in Malappuram, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Munnar.

Sitting at the point where three mountain rivers meet, the hill station of Munnar has become known as a tea-growing center in the south of the country.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Thu): see human ingenuity at work at Mattupetty Dam, pause for some serene contemplation at C.S.I Christ Church, then admire the natural beauty at Tea Gardens, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Chinnakanel Water Falls.

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Traveling by car from Malappuram to Munnar takes 6.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in August, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) 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.

Attractions like Marari Beach and Chottanikkara Devi Temple make great kid-friendly stops. And it doesn't end there: find something for the whole family at Wonderla Amusement Park, enjoy the sand and surf at Njarackal Arattuvazhi Beach, admire the landmark architecture of Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Shiva Temple.

For maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Kochi (Cochin) tour itinerary planner.

Drive from Munnar to Kochi (Cochin) in 4 hours. In August, daytime highs in Kochi (Cochin) are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can travel back home.