Vibrant cities packed with people, smells, spices and the mighty Taj Mahal.
A country rich in history, culture, architecture and cuisine, India offers so many unique experiences that travellers tend to visit year after year to explore it all. Home to over 1 billion people and six major religions, India is one of the oldest civilisations on earth and a melting pot of the world. The country offers so much contrast in both scenery and cuisine, that Wayfairer’s Taste of India Culinary Tour circles India’s vast perimeter to taste the difference between the regions. The majestic Taj Mahal is one of the great buildings in India, and the sunrise over the ivory-coloured palace is unforgettable. The colourful cities of Rajasthan stand out on the dusty plains of the region. Visit the blue city of Jodhpur and explore the vibrant markets, or wander down the pink alleys of Rajasthan’s capital Jaipur, with your local guide pointing out the city palace, the impressive Royal Gaitor Tumbas and the Jaigarh Fort. India can be a hectic place, but there are many tranquil national parks to escape the crowded cities. Our Wild India Itinerary offers the chance to explore areas home to wild tigers, leopards, jackals and deer. Kerala’s pristine backwater canals and tea plantations are an area of southern India to relax and unwind in before heading to the long, empty beaches of Marari.
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When to go to India
India is home to over a billion people, and so accordingly, there are numerous festivals to experience. Falling around October/November is the Hindu festival of Diwali, a festival of lights and fireworks under the darkest new moon of the year. Holi, the festival of colours, occurs in March and involves bonfires and dry paint in every colour being thrown around to decorate the streets and pedestrians. Every August/September in Kerala state, the Onam festival brightens the towns, with people wearing traditional costumes and artistic processions dancing through the streets.The best time to visit India is between October and March, when temperatures are warm, and there is little chance of rain. In the north of the country, especially in the national parks, chilly, misty mornings are commonplace, while in the southern states, expect perfect blue skies and corresponding crowds of tourists looking for sunshine. From May until September, there is a chance of experiencing the incredible monsoon rains that sweep across the country, and while beautiful to experience indoors, it may require a more flexible trip to avoid getting caught in the downpours.
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