29 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.

Spend the 28th (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, make a trip to India Gate, examine the collection at Gandhi Smriti, and contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, use the New Delhi itinerary planner.

Lahore, Pakistan to New Delhi is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Lahore to New Delhi due to the time zone difference. November in New Delhi sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Agra is known for historic sites, parks, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Taj Mahal, step into the grandiose world of Agra Fort, don't miss a visit to Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, and admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read Agra day trip site.

Traveling by car from New Delhi to Agra takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough 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.

Spend the 6th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Amber Palace, browse the exhibits of Nahargarh Fort, make a trip to Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, and get engrossed in the history at City Palace of Jaipur.

To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Jaipur online holiday planner.

Getting from Agra to Jaipur by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In December in Jaipur, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel 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 9th (Wed) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Spend the 10th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Jaisalmer Fort and see Off-Road Tours.

To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Jaisalmer trip planner.

Getting from Jaipur to Jaisalmer by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can drive 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): look for gifts at Mohanlal Verhomal Spices (MV SPICES), steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and then examine the collection at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum.

To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Jodhpur online tour planner.

Getting from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Jodhpur are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive to Udaipur.

Tourism in Udaipur, a picturesque city known for its lake system, thrives due to the area's numerous historic and cultural relics.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Ekling Ji Temple, then take an in-depth tour of Bagore Ki Haveli Museum, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Jagdish Temple. On your second day here, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then explore the activities along Lake Pichola, then take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Udaipur, and finally stop by Gothwal Art.

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Udaipur trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can travel to Mumbai.

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

Mumbai is known for historic sites, scenic drive, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, snap pictures at Bandra-Worli Sea Link, stroll through Chowpatty Beach, and cruise along Marine Drive.

To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Mumbai trip planning website.

Traveling by flight from Udaipur to Mumbai takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December, Mumbai is a bit warmer than Udaipur - with highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can travel 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 historic sites, shopping, and beaches. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, admire the striking features of Mattancherry Palace, and gain insight at Kerala Kathakali Centre.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Kochi (Cochin) trip builder.

Getting from Mumbai to Kochi (Cochin) by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Mumbai in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Kochi (Cochin), with lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Mon): deepen your knowledge of military history at Daulatabad Fort, then explore the ancient world of Ellora Caves, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. On the 22nd (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the landmark architecture of Bibi Ka Maqbara, then sample some tasty brews at Aurangabad by Local, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Aurangabad road trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Kochi (Cochin) to Aurangabad takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kochi (Cochin) in December, plan for a bit cooler nights in Aurangabad, with lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to travel 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.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): admire the natural beauty at Jallianwala Bagh, take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Amritsar online tour itinerary maker.

You can fly from Aurangabad to Amritsar in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Aurangabad in December; daily highs in Amritsar reach 24°C and lows reach 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.