India travel guides
The practical side of an India trip
Entry rules, seasons, money and everyday etiquette — written for travellers arriving from abroad, reviewed each season, with official sources linked for anything that changes.
First trip · 12 min read
India for first-time visitors
What actually surprises people on a first trip to India — and the twelve decisions that make the difference between an exhausting fortnight and a great one.
Travel basics · 10 min read
India travel basics: visas, money, SIMs and transport
The administrative layer of an India trip — entry rules, currency, connectivity, trains and domestic flights — with links to the official sources for anything that changes.
When to go · 9 min read
Best time to visit India: a month-by-month calendar
India runs several climates at once. This calendar tells you which regions are at their best each month, and which to avoid.
Money · 8 min read
How much does a trip to India cost?
Realistic daily budgets across four travel tiers, plus what a two-week trip typically adds up to. All figures are approximate ranges, reviewed against recent trips.