India is known for its amicable people and warm hospitality. It is home to one of the 7 wonders of the world – Taj Mahal. India is also one of the top 15 most affordable destinations to visit in the world. There is something for everyone in India – trekking in Himalayas, the backwaters of Kerala, shopping in Delhi or the hawelis in Rajasthan, India awaits you with open arms, colors and festivities. Let Explore India Travel take care of your journey.

Yes, a valid passport and visa is required to visit India. India offers an electronic tourist visa on arrival (TVoA). Applicants can apply online a minimum of four days in advance of the date of arrival with a window of 30 days. For example if you applying on 1st October, then you can select the arrival date from 5th October to 4th November. The application fee is 60$. TVoA is valid for entry at 9 designated ports which include – Trivandrum, Kolkata, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Goa, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Mumbai. The process is valid for single entry and the visa will be valid till 30 days from the date of arrival in India. For more information, please visit the India Electronic Travel Authorization. If your trip exceeds beyond 30 days or if you plan to re-enter India after visiting other destinations, you will need to complete an application.

It all depends on your chosen destination and the time of visit. A large part of India has warm and tropical climate which means hot during the day and pleasant in the evenings. If you are visiting hills stations or during winter months November to February, we suggest you pack woolens. Don’t forget to carry comfortable walking shoes and sandals. You must also pack a few scarves because you’ll need them at places of worship and other religious sites.

Depending upon your destination, the time to visit should be decides. If you are visiting north and central India, the most preferred time is from October to March. And if you are planning to visit south India or eastern, north east India ask our experts about monsoons in India. Our destination experts would provide complete assistance and chalk out a suitable plan for your visit as per your preferences.

Immunizations are not required to visit India. (Exception: You must carry a certificate if you are traveling from an area infected with Yellow Fever, you must have a certificate.) You can talk to your doctor and get preventive vaccines depending upon the destination and season you are travelling in. it is recommended that you get Tetanus and Hepatitis A vaccine and carry your medicines with you.

From mountains to beaches India has everything. You can either choose the destination as per your liking and preference, or rely upon our experts. The world famous Taj Mahal is a must visit when you are in India. The easiest way to incorporate a visit to Taj Mahal in by taking the Golden Triangle Tour. It covers Delhi, Jaipur ad Agra.

It is safe to visit India. But you must always be aware about your belongings and luggage. Always keep an eye on surroundings. In markets and crowded areas like tourist attractions, public transport etc. beware of pick pockets and scammers.

English is most commonly spoken in all parts of India. It is the second most spoken language after Hindi, which is the national language of the country. Apart from these there are 21 official languages like Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu etc. and many dialects spoken in different regions.