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arrow_back Back to main guideAirport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 165km from city
Moradabad Junction (MB)
Main railway station, well-connected to major cities
Booking: IRCTC or 12Go.asia
Note: Trains more comfortable
₹50-150 depending on distance
Best for: Short distances within the city
Bargain for the price before starting your journey. Agree on a fare beforehand.
₹200-500 depending on distance
Best for: Longer distances and comfort
Book through the app or negotiate the price with the driver.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
Avoid Indian national holidays - monuments become extremely crowded
timingVisit monuments at opening time (usually 6-7 AM) to avoid tour groups
timingHampi is relatively empty April-June due to extreme heat
seasonWalk 15 minutes beyond main monuments to find empty viewpoints
alternativesSunset visits are less crowded than sunrise at most attractions
timingChoose Ajanta over Ellora Caves - slightly less tourist traffic
alternativesVisit Northeast India - spectacular and chronically under-touristed
alternativesMonsoon season (July-September) offers empty attractions in most regions
seasonAvoid: Weekends, Indian holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Diwali), school vacations (May-June, Dec-Jan).
Best: Weekday mornings, monsoon season for most destinations, opposite shoulder seasons.
State tourism websites offer deals - Each state's tourism portal has packages locals don't advertise. Check before booking accommodations.
Keep the Tourist Helpline number handy: 1-800-111363
Take probiotics before arriving to prep your digestive system
Bring your own toiletries - Familiar brands can be expensive or unavailable. Pack enough shampoo, deodorant, and personal care items.
Build trust slowly - start with walls up
Keep receipts from currency exchange - You'll need these to reconvert rupees when leaving, and they're required for certain transactions.
Purchase SIM at the airport when you arrive
This is mainly an Indian/Pakistani phenomenon
ATMs frequently run out of cash - Especially on weekends and holidays, ATMs can be empty. Withdraw money during weekday mornings and always keep backup cash.
Lalbagh in Bangalore offers peaceful respite
Visit emerald tea plantations in the mountains
Morning safaris offer better wildlife viewing - Animals are most active at dawn. Book the first safari slot when possible.
Use indianrail.gov.in to find routes and prices
Shared auto-rickshaws follow fixed routes - These are incredibly cheap but only go along predetermined paths. Ask locals about the routes.
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