Trekking

Spiritual

Beaches

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Additional Notes and Advice

CLIMATE Packing List

Varkala, Gokarna, Plaolem, Tarkarli, Agonda, Arambol, Ashvem, Baga, Kovalam, Radhanagar Beach, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Singalila Kanchenjunga Trek- 20 daysZanskar Frozen River Trek- 13 daysThe Sources of Ganges “Gomukh Tapovan Trek”- 12 daysClassical Markha Valley Trek- 12 daysTrans Zanskar “Darcha to Lamayuru Trek”- 25 daysThe Lord Curzon Trail “Kuari Pass Trek”- 10 daysPin Parvati Pass Trek- 18 daysNanda Devi East BC and Milam Glacier Trek- 18 days Dzongri – Goecha La Trek- 12 daysThe Shepherd Trail Trek- 18 days

Haridwar, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, AmritsarRishikesh, Tiruvannamalai

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Women should wear long skirts and scarves when visiting holy places.

Women should be aware of their surroundings at all times.

Prepare yourself for less than luxury experiences.

Be open to experiencing culture.

Be mindful of the food you eat.

HAVE FUN!

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2 WEEKs Days 1-3: New DelhiRed Fort, Jama Masid, Chandi Chowk, Humayun’s Tomb, Lodi Gardens, Qutab Minar, Ghandi Smriti, India Gate, Bahai (Lotus) Temple

Day 4: AgraTaj Mahal. Agra Fort, Fatehput Sikri, Sikandra

Days 5: JaipurAmber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Markets

Day 6: UdaipurCity (Lake) Palace

Days 7-8: MumbaiGateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Victoria Terminus Railway Station, Khotachiwadi village, Colaba Causeway, Chor Bazaar Thieves Market, Linking Road (market), Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, Bollywood, Elephanta Island, Sanjay Gandhi National Park

Days 9-10: GoaBaga Beach, Historical Churches, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Markets

Days 11-13: KeralaVisit the Temple Elephants, Cruise Backwaters on a Houseboat (full service), Kathakali Performance, Temple Festivals, Snake Boats Races, Theyyam Performances

Day 14: New DelhiFly to New Delhi for your return flight home.

Plan your trip from the USa to INDIA WITH THE HELP OF THIS GUIDE.

TRAVEL TO

INDIACITIES TO VISIT:

visit with the temple elephants in Kerala

Light T-shirts (short and long sleeved) Knee Length Shorts

Ankle Pants

Ankle Length Skirt

Undergarments

Socks

Light Scarf

Sun Hat or Visor

Walking Shoes

Backpack

Camera and Accessories

Cell Phone

All Travel Documents(Official)

All Travel Accommodations (Flight, Hotel)

First Aid Kit Bandaids anti-itch cream benadryl pepto bismal immodium a.d. asprin

2 Weeks – 1 week

4 months to 1 month-Book where you will be staying.

-Arrange tours and activities.

-Set your itinerary.

-Buy guidebooks to study the country and its rich history.

-Decide on whether you will purchase tickets for travel within the country over the Internet or when you arrive in India.

-Print all reservation confirmations and organize them in a folder or binder.

-Carefully read over your itinerary and reservations to make sure they are cohesive.

-Begin packing for your adventure to India!

1 year - 6 months-Decide on where you want to go and do.

-Outline an itinerary.-Set a budget.

-Research travel blogs to find out more about the experience you can have or want to avoid.

-Research hotel accomodations

1 Week

1 month to 2 weeks-Purchase any items you will need such a toiletries, appropriate clothing and shoes, travel packs, cameras and accessories.

-Start a blog if you want to share India with those who were not able to make the trip.

-Apply for a travel visa online at IndianEmbassy.org.

-Make a photocopy of your passport and other important documents, just in case you lose it on the trip; upload these items to a cloud for easy access.

-Get all vaccinations needed to have a safe trip.

-Let your bank know you will be out of the country to avoid any freezes to your account.

-Have your mail held or ask a friend to pick it up for you.

-Obtain cash and traveler’s checks.

-Make a list of everything you packed to be sure that you keep up with it all on your trip.

6 months to 4 months-Obtain a passport, if you don’t have one or yours is expired.

-Be sure to know the type of visa you need to apply for, if you are going for more than 30 days you will need to apply for a visa in this time.

-Obtain an international credit card for any emergencies.

-Book your flight to and from India

-Decide on how you will travel while in India, train, buses, and planes are all options.

-Begin checking travel warnings and alerts to be sure you are aware of danger happening in the country, such as conflict or illness.

-Visit CDC website to obtain information on vaccination requirements.