India Vacation Packages

Best time to take a trip to India

Visiting in the winter is your best bet when it comes to India. The monsoon season starts in June and runs through September, and the season brings days of rain and wind. Summer is also uncomfortably hot with temperatures of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The post-monsoon season starts in November, but the rain tapers off by December. Winter temperatures hover around the 50 to 60 degree mark, which is mild and slightly warm. You don't need to book your trip to India during the monsoon season to save money because Orbitz.com offers low prices on rental cars, hotels, and other travel arrangements year-round.

Insider tips for India travel

Bukhara

A favorite stop for traveling politicians, this restaurant serves authentic Indian dishes and bread baked fresh every day.

China House

With Bollywood celebrities stopping by regularly, this upscale and modern restaurant is the perfect place to people watch.

Blue Frog

With live music and other events held almost every night, this nightclub lets you relax with a few locally produced drinks.

Indigo

Enjoy a selection from this restaurant's extensive wine list as you read through the menu of Euro-Asian fusion dishes.

Diwali

Also known as the Festival of Lights, this festival focuses on the triumphant win of Lord Rama as he battled a demon.

Things to do in India

Mutton Street

When it comes to antiques and collectibles, few areas beat this neighborhood because it has dozens of vendors selling products every day.

Gramam Homestay

A small town, rickshaw rides, and fishing ponds are near this small hotel, which provides free homemade meals for guests.

A Beach Symphony

This small resort has cabins within walking distance of the beach, and one of the cabins even has its own large swimming pool.

Bagha Beach

The relaxed atmosphere, sandy beaches, and clear waters make this beach a favorite local attraction for those living nearby.

Jaipur Elephant Rides

For a true taste of India, rent an elephant from one of the stores in Jaipur. You can ride with a guide, or you can take a shorter ride on your own.

Gangtok Frozen Lake

When the temperature drops in the winter, the Gagtok Lake completely freezes over, creating an impressive and majestic site.

Great Indian Desert

Trek to the Great Indian Desert, and you can arrange for a camel ride through the desert, which gives you a closer look at the area.

Taj Mahal

Though it's one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country, you cannot skip the Taj Mahal, which shows the devotion that one man felt to his love.

Fashion Street

Locals head to Fashion Street when they want to find great clothing at low prices, and you can find big deals on name brand clothing.

Holi

This March festival is also known as the Festival of Colors, and cities across India celebrate the event with parades and celebrations.