Travel Tips

India Travel Tips – Prepare Like a Pro

Six practical guides written by our India experts: seasons, transport, packing, health, food and etiquette.

Guides

Our Travel Guides for India

Each guide takes 3–5 minutes to read and answers the questions our travellers ask most often.

India has three main seasons and huge regional differences. Learn when to visit Rajasthan, Kerala, Goa or Ladakh – month by month.

Trains, domestic flights, private cars or rickshaws? How to travel between and within Indian cities – comfortably and safely.

Light layers, modest clothes and a few smart gadgets. Our practical packing checklist for every season and region in India.

Stay healthy and safe on your trip: food and water hygiene, vaccinations, money, scams and emergency numbers.

From butter chicken to masala dosa: discover regional dishes, how to order, spice levels and table manners in India.

Namaste! Learn greetings, temple rules, photography etiquette and useful Hindi phrases to connect with local people.

India in a nutshell

Keep these basics in mind when planning your holiday. Our team will brief you again on arrival and help with SIM cards, cash and local customs.

Topic	What to know
Currency	Indian Rupee (INR). Cards are accepted in hotels and malls; carry cash for markets.
Language	Hindi and English are official; 22 languages are recognised.
Time zone	IST, UTC +5:30 (no daylight saving time).
Electricity	230 V, 50 Hz – plug types C, D and M.
Emergency	112 (all services), tourist helpline 1363.
Internet	Fast 4G/5G; buy a local SIM or eSIM with your passport.

Golden rules