Lonely Planet India

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to India. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from marvelling at the carving-covered Sun Temple in Konark, to drifting through the basilicas of Old Goa near Panaji, and grazing the streets after dark at the Sarafa Bazar food market in Indore.

Why Choose Lonely Planet's India Travel Guide?

• Comprehensive Information for Multi-Week Trips
  Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most detailed level of information to help you plan extended journeys.

• New Structure and Design
  Navigate India and connect experiences together with ease, thanks to an updated layout.

• Exciting Itineraries
  Build your perfect trip with itineraries for extended journeys, as well as suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities tailored to your passions.

Must-Visit Sights and Special Features

• Top Sights
  Get fresh takes on must-visit destinations, including the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar, Amber Fort, Gwalior Fort, and more.

• Special Features

  • Choosing your best yoga retreat
  • Train booking guide
  • Mumbai walking tour

Expert Local Recommendations

• When to Go, Eating, Drinking, and More
  Expert advice on nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.

• Essential Travel Toolkit
  Includes tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.

Cultural Insights

Connect with Indian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.

Visual Inspiration

Enjoy inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Delhi.

Coverage Includes:

• Regions:
  Delhi; Rajasthan; Punjab & Haryana; Ladakh; Kashmir Valley & Beyond; Himachal Pradesh; Agra; Uttar Pradesh; Uttarakhand; Kolkata; West Bengal; Bihar & Jharkhand; Sikkim; Northeast States; Odisha; Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh; Gujarat & Diu; Mumbai (Bombay); Maharashtra; Goa; Karnataka; Telangana & Andhra Pradesh; Kerala; Tamil Nadu; Andaman Islands.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's India.