India Travel Guide
Let’s Visit India – India Travel Guide
Planning your first trip to India? You’re in the right place.
India is vibrant, intense and unforgettable – a country filled with colour, contrasts, and incredible diversity. From the palaces of Rajasthan and the ghats of Varanasi to the beaches of Goa and the backwaters of Kerala, every region offers a completely different experience.
Whether you’re dreaming of sampling street food, visiting ancient temples, riding on iconic trains or witnessing the chaos and beauty of everyday life, this page is your starting point.
We’ve gathered all our India travel tips, cultural insights, planning advice and practical resources to help you prepare. With more guides on the way, we’re here to help you make your first trip to India enriching, exciting and easier to navigate.
India Travel Cheatsheet
India Travel Guide
12 Essential India Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors
In this article, we share 12 essential India travel tips based on our own experiences exploring the country.
From understanding how to stay healthy and what to wear, to navigating local transport, safety, and cultural etiquette, these are the things we wish we’d known before our first visit.
It’s a helpful guide to prepare you for the adventure, beauty and occasional chaos that make India such a memorable destination.
The Ultimate Guide to 10 of the Best Train Journeys in India
India’s rail network is one of the most iconic in the world, and travelling by train is an experience in itself.
In this guide, we share some of the best train journeys across the country – from scenic mountain routes to cultural cross-country adventures.
Whether you’re after a luxury experience or a local sleeper train, this post will help you choose routes that add something special to your itinerary.
India Travel on the Global Travel Planning Podcast
Episode 64 – Essential Tips for Your First Journey to India with Travel Expert Mariellen Ward
Thinking about visiting India for the first time? This episode is packed with expert insight.
In Episode 64, Tracy speaks with India travel expert Mariellen Ward about how to prepare for your first trip to India.
They discuss common misconceptions, how to plan your itinerary, what to pack, where to go, and how to travel safely and respectfully, especially as a woman.
Mariellen also shares why homestays, cultural awareness, and a flexible mindset can make all the difference on your journey.
