India from Germany
Planning a trip to India as a German traveller
Flights, visa route, the months that suit German holiday patterns, and budgets quoted in EUR alongside rupees.
Flights
Non-stops from Frankfurt and Munich to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai; about 8–9 hours.
Visa
German passport holders are generally e-Visa eligible; confirm on the official portal.
Best months
October to March; the Himalaya from June to September.
What German travellers should know
- Mild jetlag at 3.5–4.5 hours difference.
- Mid-range ground costs typically €65–120 per person per day.
- Long summer holidays fit Ladakh, Spiti and Kashmir better than the plains.
Entry rules and safety guidance change. Check the official Indian e-Visa portal and UK FCDO — India travel advice before booking.
Suggested routes
Itineraries that suit trips from Germany
7 days
Golden Triangle in 7 days
Delhi, Agra and Jaipur at a pace that leaves room for bazaars and workshops rather than a monument conveyor belt.
10 days
India in 10 days: north plus a Himalayan finish
The classic monuments first, then a change of altitude and air in the Himalayan foothills before flying home.
10 days
Kerala in 10 days: hills, backwaters and coast
Fort Kochi, the cardamom hills, a night on the backwaters and time by the sea — the gentlest introduction to India there is.
Where to go
Choose a region first
India FAQs for German travellers
Is English enough in India?
Yes, in tourism, hotels and cities. Our guides can be arranged in German in the main destinations with notice.
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