Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to India. Tune into the heart of Hinduism, admire the Taj Mahal, rumble into the Himalaya on the toy train, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to India.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from marvelling at the carving-covered Sun Temple in Konark, to drifting through the basilicas of Old Goa near Panaji, and grazing the streets after dark at the Sarafa Bazar food market in Indore.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's India travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate India and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar; Amber Fort; Gwalior Fort; and more
• Special features on choosing your best yoga retreat; train booking guide; and Mumbai walking tour
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Indian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Delhi
• Covers: Delhi; Rajasthan; Punjab & Haryana; Ladakh; Kashmir Valley & Beyond; Himachal Pradesh; Agra; Uttar Padesh; Uttarakhand; Kolkata; West Bengal; Bihar & Jharkhand; Sikkim; Northeast States; Odisha; Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh; Gujarat & Diu; Mumbai (Bombay); Maharashtra; Goa; Karnataka; Telangana & Andhra Pradesh; Kerala; Tamil Nadu; Andaman Islands

 

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's India.