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Delhi

Delhi is the gateway to India's famous Golden Triangle with Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, and Jaipur, the Pink City. Rajasthan's desert cities of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Udaipur are full of forts and palaces, and Ranthambore offers tiger safaris. Further north, Leh in Ladakh is a high-altitude Himalayan wonder.

Region: India

Trip types on sale: Tours, Festival, Adventure.

Places

Best time to go

October to March for most of northern India; June to September for Ladakh.

Who it suits

Culture lovers, first-time India visitors on tours, wildlife lovers and photographers.

Getting there

Non-stop flights from London Heathrow and Birmingham to Delhi (DEL) take about 8 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours.

Practical

  • Time: 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in winter and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead in summer.
  • Currency: Indian rupee
  • Language: Hindi and English, with many regional languages.

Typical daytime highs

  • Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 20 to 25°C in winter (December to February).
  • Spring (March to April). Typical daytime highs around 29 to 36°C in spring (March to April).
  • Summer (May to June). Typical daytime highs around 39 to 41°C in summer (May to June).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • See the Taj Mahal at sunrise
  • Visit the Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Explore Old Delhi's bazaars
  • Look for tigers in Ranthambore
  • See Udaipur's lake palaces
  • Stay in a desert camp near Jaisalmer

Questions

How long is the flight to Delhi?

About 9 hours non-stop from London.

What is the Golden Triangle?

A classic circuit of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

When can I visit Ladakh?

Mainly from June to September.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.