India from the United Kingdom
Planning a trip to India as a British traveller
Flights, visa route, the months that suit British holiday patterns, and budgets quoted in GBP alongside rupees.
Flights
Non-stops from London Heathrow and Gatwick to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Amritsar and Goa; roughly 8–10 hours.
Visa
British passport holders are generally eligible for the Indian e-Visa; confirm current rules on the official portal.
Best months
October to March; the Himalaya from May to September.
What British travellers should know
- The time difference is 4.5–5.5 hours, so jetlag is mild — you can start sightseeing on day two.
- Direct flights to Goa and Amritsar open up itineraries that skip Delhi entirely.
- Mid-range ground costs typically £56–105 per person per day.
- Half-term and Christmas are the busiest windows; book early for Rajasthan and Kerala.
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 the United Kingdom
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
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Quoted in GBP and INR
Every quote shows the GBP estimate alongside the rupee price it is based on, with the conversion date stated. Rupee amounts are what you actually pay.
Written cancellation policy
Your itinerary carries the cancellation and amendment terms in writing before you pay anything. Nothing is charged until you approve the plan.
Real people on the ground
Trips are run with our own drivers, guides and partners in India, with a named contact reachable on WhatsApp for the whole journey.
India FAQs for British travellers
Is India a good two-week trip from the UK?
Very — the short flight and mild jetlag mean almost all of the two weeks is usable travel time.
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