This practical travel guide to India includes detailed information on travel, attractions, and structured lists of all the iconic sights as well as some hidden gems off the beaten path. Our suggested itineraries and expert recommendations will make it the perfect companion, both before and during your trip. This guide is packed with details on how to arrive and navigate India, with pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of must-see items. Our color maps make navigating India easier. The guide has been fully updated after COVID-19 and comes with a free eBook.

The Rough Guide to India covers: New Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana, Gujarat, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Kolkata and West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand, Sikkim, Northeast India, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Andaman Islands, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.

Within this travel guide, you will find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip in India, from off-the-beaten-path adventures in Jaipur to family-friendly activities in kid-friendly places like Kanha National Park.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION FOR TRAVELERS
Essential pre-departure information, including entry requirements for India, how to navigate, health information, traveling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, and more.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARIES
Carefully designed itineraries covering the best of India, providing a taste of the destination's richness and diversity, created for different time frames or trip types.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
A clear structure within each chapter of the guide includes regional overviews, brief history, detailed sights and places, recommended restaurants, hotels, and entertainment centers.

TIPS TO EXPLORE LIKE A LOCAL
Advice on how to avoid crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots.

MUST-SEE SPOTS
A list of cities such as New Delhi, Gokarna, Udaipur, and Madurai that offer the best experiences.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by experts with humor, honesty, and know-how, this guide will help you find the best places.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A comprehensive "Context" section with interesting information about India, including its history, religions, ethnic groups, and wildlife.

USEFUL IMAGES
Inspirational color photographs, including the stunning Lotus Temple and the magnificent Pichola Lake.

COLOR MAPS WITH LOCATIONAL KEYS
Practical color maps with numbered, color-coded keys for quick orientation.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons and organized by neighborhood, it helps you choose the best spots.

FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of the guide.