25 days in India, Colombo & Kathmandu Itinerary

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.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): stroll through Cherai Beach, explore the galleries of Kerala Folklore Museum, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Paradesi Synagogue. Here are some ideas for day two: visit Jew Town and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Perth, Australia to Kochi (Cochin) is an approximately 15-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2.5 hours traveling from Perth to Kochi (Cochin). Traveling from Perth in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Kochi (Cochin): highs are around 39°C and lows about 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to travel to Chennai.

Chennai, a city hailed for its vibrant atmosphere and historic attractions, remains one of the most visited places in India.

Get some historical perspective at Fort St. George and Kapaleeshwarar Temple. Mylapore and Parthasarathy Temple are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with these side-trips from Chennai: Covelong Beach (in Covelong) and The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology (in Mahabalipuram). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Marina Beach, identify plant and animal life at Chennai Turtle Walk, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sri Audikesava Perumal Peyalvar Temple, and admire the landmark architecture of San Thome Church.

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Fly from Kochi (Cochin) to Chennai in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Chennai can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Colombo.

The commercial capital of the country, Colombo has added modern touches to its colonial-era core, creating an exciting and eclectic coastal city.

Get outdoors at Bentota Beach and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple and Borella All Saints Church. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colombo: Negombo (St. Anne's Church & Negombo Beach) and Sea Turtle Protection Association (in Bentota). Spend the 20th (Fri) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. And it doesn't end there: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, get engrossed in the history at Colombo National Museum, and stroll around Galle Face Green.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Colombo tour planner.

Getting from Chennai to Colombo by flight takes about 4.5 hours. In March, daytime highs in Colombo are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can travel to Mumbai.

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

Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Siddhivinayak, then enjoy the sand and surf at Chowpatty Beach, then admire the landmark architecture of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and finally cruise along Marine Drive. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahalakshmi Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Banganga Tank, then pause for some photo ops at Gateway of India, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Ayyappa Temple.

To see ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Mumbai trip planner.

Fly from Colombo to Mumbai in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Colombo in March, expect slightly colder with lows of 24°C in Mumbai. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Kathmandu.

Once synonymous with the mysterious and inaccessible Shangri-La, today Kathmandu draws an ever-increasing number of tourists, catering to independent travelers of various budgets.

Get outdoors at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Adrenaline & Extreme Tours. Get some cultural insight at Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Temple. Next up on the itinerary: visit Thamel, contemplate the long history of Kathmandu Durbar Square, and take in the spiritual surroundings of The Crematoria.

To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Kathmandu attractions app.

Getting from Mumbai to Kathmandu by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and car. Traveling from Mumbai to Kathmandu, you'll lose 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Mumbai in March, plan for little chillier days and much colder nights in Kathmandu: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to travel 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.

On the 27th (Fri), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, and then steep yourself in history at Jahanara Begum's Tomb. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Red Fort, then don't miss a visit to India Gate, then steep yourself in history at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan).

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Traveling by flight from Kathmandu to New Delhi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. You'll gain 0.2 hours traveling from Kathmandu to New Delhi due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Kathmandu in March: high temperatures in New Delhi hover around 34°C and lows are around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sun): contemplate the long history of Amber Palace, step into the grandiose world of Jal Mahal, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Mon): get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Getting from New Delhi to Jaipur by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Jaipur can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Tue): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the striking features of Taj Mahal, and then take in the history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Wed): step into the grandiose world of Agra Fort and then admire the striking features of Jahangir Mahal.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Agra visit planner.

You can fly from Jaipur to Agra in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. March in Agra sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can drive to New Delhi.

On the 2nd (Thu), visit Hauz Khas Village, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lotus Temple, and then take an exotic tour of a safari tour.

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Traveling by car from Agra to New Delhi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.