India Travel Stories

Aug 26, 2023 • 14 min read

India's overwhelming size and diversity can be a lot for first-time visitors. Make it easier with our tips on what you need to know before you go.

Aug 24, 2023 • 11 min read

The incredible sights, sounds and smells in India mean your little ones will never be bored for long. Here's how best to visit India with tots in tow.

Aug 20, 2023 • 22 min read

The scale of India is staggering – where to begin in this magical country? Don't worry, we've done the planning for you with our list of top things to do.

Aug 9, 2023 • 7 min read

India is so vast that seasons mean different things from region to region. Here's all you need to know to plan your perfect trip.

Aug 2, 2023 • 7 min read

India is an incredible country with so much to offer travelers. Ensure you breeze across the order with our guide to its visa requirements.

Aug 1, 2023 • 13 min read

Explore India by road with these top driving routes.

Jul 31, 2023 • 12 min read

The sheer scale of India can be overwhelming but our tips for navigating it are all you need to get around this magical country.

Jul 31, 2023 • 11 min read

India is one of the most affordable countries in the world to visit. Make your money go even further with these budget-friendly tips.

Jul 31, 2023 • 8 min read

Trains pass through jade-green forests, misty mountains and gorgeous coastal stretches in lush South India. Here are eight of the best routes to consider.

Oct 8, 2022 • 12 min read

Spice-loving India serves up some of the world’s richest flavors. To get you started, here are the top things to eat and drink in India.

Mar 25, 2022 • 11 min read

India has more than 100 national parks so we'll help you decide which to visit. Want to see Asian elephants or a snow leopard in the wild? Read on.

Mar 21, 2022 • 7 min read

From soulful surfing hubs to sunny relax-away sands and party-loving strands, these are the best beaches in India.

Mar 11, 2022 • 8 min read

No trip to India would be complete without a railway journey. Trains are a fast-track to India's soul, so start out with these thrilling train journeys.

Mar 9, 2022 • 17 min read

From mighty Himalayan peaks to the steamy Western Ghats, India takes in a remarkable variety of landscapes. Here's our guide to the best hikes in India.

Mar 2, 2022 • 11 min read

From history and legends, to how to plan the perfect day trip, here's everything you need to know about visiting India's iconic Taj Mahal.

Dec 3, 2021 • 7 min read

Led by India-based Planet Abled, people with various disabilities and those without disabilities travel side by side.

Nov 3, 2021 • 3 min read

If there’s one place that knows how to celebrate a festival, it’s India. From grand city events to simple village melas (fairs), India’s jam-packed…

Apr 19, 2021 • 2 min read

Rama Navami is a spring festival that celebrates the birth of the Prince of Ayodhya of the epic Ramayana.  Lord Rama is the seventh avatar of the Hindu…

Jan 28, 2021 • 5 min read

With suggested itineraries and ideas for alternative destinations, here's everything you need to plan your dream trip to the Himalayan region.

Dec 2, 2020 • 4 min read

To celebrate Lonely Planet’s new book The Perfect Shot, we caught up with photographer Philip Lee Harvey to find out what his most memorable images are.

Sep 30, 2020 • 6 min read

Companies committed to the conservation of wildlife are utilizing AI to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of a growing number of sustainable programs…

Jun 30, 2020 • 5 min read

As people increasingly opt for holistic approaches to health, Ayurvedic wellness programs have become popular throughout India