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Best time to be there

From October to March the weather is refreshingly cool with minimal rainfall in most places. India's main festivals also take place during this time, such as the Pushkar Fair in Rajasthan, the Republic Day of India and Holi, the festival of colours.

Fly to

Delhi/Chennai/Mumbai/Bangalore

flying time

8 hours 20 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +5 1/2 hours

Visas

Required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area

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Colourful India - September 2010

This journey will provide stunning photographic opportunities, particularly under the guidance of Jon Nicholson who is at the helm throughout. Jon has travelled India extensively, capturing its character and... Read more...

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Footsteps of the Dalai Lama

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Remote monasteries and temples. Incredible scenery. Read more...

Peacocks and Palaces

Highlights Spirtual River Ganges.'Pink' city of Jaipur. Read more...

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Delhi

Delhi is India's main point of arrival for overseas visitors and the major transport hub for destinations in the states of Rajasthan, the Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh, as well as central north India. Delhi city, the showcase of India, has been the centre of political activity from time immemorial. The ancient fortress, majestic buildings and historic ruins find their modern counterparts in the tall skyscrapers, diplomatic enclaves and well-planned townships of New Delhi. The people here, their lifestyles, traditions and even the climate are a rich and varied mixture of all that is India.