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Things to do in India

6 destinations in India, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.

Places to visit in India

Best time to visit India

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Bangalore
Fly between late January and early March (post-New Year lull) or in September for the lowest fares, typically 25-35% cheaper than peak December holiday season. Tuesdays and Wednesdays consistently show the lowest prices on major booking platforms; Bangalore's pleasant year-round climate means there is no true 'bad' time to visit.
Delhi
Flying to Delhi in September through early November or in February hits the sweet spot of pleasant weather and lower fares, typically 20-35% cheaper than the December holiday peak or the summer travel surge in June. Mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently run $50-100 less than weekend flights.
Goa
Flying in May or October (shoulder season, just before or after peak winter season) can save 30-45% versus December-January peak fares, with the added bonus of fewer crowds. Mid-week flights (Tuesday-Wednesday) consistently price $40-80 lower than weekend departures.
Jaipur
Flying to Jaipur is cheapest from mid-July through September (monsoon season) and again in January-February after the New Year spike, with savings of roughly 25-40% versus the peak October-December heritage tourism season. Midweek departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) on the international leg typically shave another 10-15% off fares.
Mumbai
Flying in September through early November (post-monsoon shoulder season) or late January through February typically yields fares 25-35% below December-January peak holiday pricing; mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) add another 10-15% savings on average.
Udaipur
Flying into India in January-February and again in September-October hits Udaipur's sweet spot of pleasant weather and lower fares-expect roughly 20-35% savings versus the December peak holiday window and the March-April festival surge. Mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently undercut weekend fares by 10-15%.

Is India expensive?

A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.

Bangalore
About $18 a day on a shoestring, about $118 comfortably.
Delhi
About $18 a day on a shoestring, about $148 comfortably.
Goa
About $22 a day on a shoestring, about $140 comfortably.
Jaipur
About $16 a day on a shoestring, about $137 comfortably.
Mumbai
About $22 a day on a shoestring, about $171 comfortably.
Udaipur
About $14 a day on a shoestring, about $123 comfortably.

Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.

Free things to do in India

  • Bangalore: Cubbon Park morning walk Stroll among 300 acres of greenery, colonial architecture, and birdlife, a beloved local ritual
  • Delhi: Lodi Garden Beautifully landscaped park dotted with 15th-century Lodi dynasty tombs-perfect for a morning walk among locals.
  • Goa: Palolem Beach Sunrise Walk One of Goa's most beautiful crescent beaches is free to enjoy at dawn before the crowds arrive.
  • Jaipur: Stroll the Old City bazaars Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar are a riot of color, spices, textiles, and street life, pure sensory overload at no cost.
  • Mumbai: Stroll Bandra Bandstand & Promenade Sea breeze, street performers, and views of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link at golden hour
  • Udaipur: Gangaur Ghat stroll Iconic lakeside promenade perfect for people-watching, photography, and soaking up the sunset atmosphere.

Cheap eats in India

  • MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms) in Bangalore, Masala dosa and filter coffee at the legendary 1924 original Plates $1-3
  • Paranthe Wali Gali, Chandni Chowk in Delhi, Stuffed paratha with pickle and yogurt Plates $0.50-1.50
  • Ritz Classic, Panaji in Goa, Goan fish curry with steamed rice and sol kadi Plates $1.50-3
  • Laxmi Misthan Bhandar (LMB) in Jaipur, Dal baati churma and rabri Plates $1-3
  • Britannia & Co. (Ballard Estate) in Mumbai, Berry pulao with chicken, a Parsi institution open since 1923 Plates $2-4
  • Natraj Dining Hall in Udaipur, Unlimited Rajasthani thali with dal baati churma Plates $1-2

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