21 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.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, parks, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Humayun's Tomb, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and don't miss a visit to India Gate.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our New Delhi trip maker website.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to New Delhi. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in November, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can travel to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Likir Gompa and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Thiksey Monastery. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basgo gompa, thencontemplate in the serene atmosphere at Phyang Monastery, and then examine the collection at Hall of Fame.

To find ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Leh day trip planner.

You can fly from New Delhi to Leh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, taxi, and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Thekkady.

Centered on an artificial lake, Thekkady provides a sanctuary to a diverse set of animals and plant species.

Thekkady is known for wildlife, nature, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: look for all kinds of wild species at Periyar Tiger Reserve, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Our Lady of Lourde's Roman Catholic Latin Church, stop by Green Land Spice Garden, and explore the activities along Periyar Lake.

To find other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Thekkady online travel route planner.

Traveling by flight from Leh to Thekkady takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to drive 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.

Step out of Kochi (Cochin) to go to Mararikulam and see Marari Beach, which is approximately 1h 20 min away. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Saint Francis.

To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Kochi (Cochin) trip planner.

Drive from Thekkady to Kochi (Cochin) in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) early enough to travel to Mumbai.

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

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sun): ponder the world of politics at Raj Bhavan and then pause for some photo ops at Gateway of India. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Dhobi Ghat, steep yourself in history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, take a memorable drive along Marine Drive, thentake in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Siddhivinayak, and finally take in the views from Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

For other places to visit, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Mumbai trip builder app.

Traveling by flight from Kochi (Cochin) to Mumbai takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Mumbai when traveling from Kochi (Cochin) in November, with lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can travel 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.

On the 3rd (Tue), admire the masterpieces at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, thensteep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and then pause for some photo ops at Jaswant Thada.

To see maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read Jodhpur vacation planner.

Getting from Mumbai to Jodhpur by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Mumbai in December, expect Jodhpur to be slightly colder, temps between 32°C and 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) 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.

On the 4th (Wed), contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola, thenget engrossed in the history at City Palace of Udaipur, thenbrowse the exhibits of Gothwal Art, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ekling Ji Temple.

To find where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Udaipur online holiday planner.

Drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. December in Udaipur sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can 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.

Jaipur is known for historic sites, museums, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Amber Palace, view the masterpieces at Jitesh Arts, make a trip to Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, and look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur.

To see photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Jaipur road trip app.

You can fly from Udaipur to Jaipur in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In December in Jaipur, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) 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: admire the striking features of Taj Mahal, stroll through Wildlife SoS Bear Sanctuary, stop by Rajrani Souvenirs, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bageshwarnath Temple.

To find photos and other tourist information, read Agra trip planner.

Getting from Jaipur to Agra by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Agra can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can drive back home.