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FAQ.....
How can I reach India, if I am residing outside India?
India is well connected to almost all the countries in the world through air network. Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata (Calcutta), and Thiruvananthapuram are the International gateways for India from where most of the flight take off takes place. Out of these airports, Delhi and Mumbai are the most preferred gateways as they are near to famous tourist destinations like Agra, Rajasthan, and Goa. Major international airlines flying to India are United Airlines, Lufthansa, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss Air, Air France, Emirates, SAS, Austrian Airlines, Al Italia, Air India, Indian Airlines (for neighboring countries and Middle East), Virgin Atlantic etc.
Entry to India by Road
India can be also entered through certain road entry points from Nepal, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. These entry points are beneficial especially when one is moving from India to Nepal and Nepal to India
Q. What important documents do I need for traveling to India?
A. Travelers to India need to have a valid passport and a visa, which can be obtained from the nearest Indian embassy or consulate.
A good precaution is to photocopy all important documents, including, passport, visa and air tickets. Store these copies in your hotel safe or locker to ensure you have copies in case the originals are misplaced.
What are the major tourist circuits of India?
India has several tourist destinations of particular interest to offer to the travelers. But, as the size of India is too big with tourist destinations all around. Tourist circuits have been created keeping in mind the needs choices of the tourists as well as convenience based on distance. Here is a list of most popular tourist circuits of India...
Golden Triangle -Delhi-Agra-Jaipur
North India & Nepal - Delhi-Jaipur-Agra-Khajuraho-Varanasi
Kerala Backwaters - Trivandrum-Kovalam-Cape Camorin-Varkala-Kumarakom- Periyar-Kottayam-Alleppey-Cochin-Calicut
Goa Beaches
Buddhist Circuit - Delhi-Jaipur-Agra-Varanasi-Sarnath-Bodh Gaya-Rajgir-Nalanda- Vaishali-Kushinagar-Lumbini- Kapilvastu-Sravasti-Balrampur-Lucknow-Delhi
Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan-Delhi-Mandawa-Bikaner-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Bundi- Udaipur-Pushkar-Jaipur-Agra-Delhi
Golden Triangle II - Bhubaneswar-Puri-Konark
Golden Triangle III - Chennai/ Kanchipuram/ Mahabalipuram.
What about the climate of India? When can I visit India?
India has a tropical climate. Summers, April to July, are quite hot in the northern India. Monsoon, last week of June to August, brings with it a lot of rain mainly in most parts of the country. Winters, third week of September to end of February is quite cold in entire Northern India, but mild in the Southern Peninsula.
There are large climatic variations in India due to its size and difference in the altitude and nearness to sea of the places. While some parts of Himalayas are quite enjoyable during the summers, North India reels under the blazing sun. In fact, India is a destination for every season. Himalayan ranges in the summers, North India in the winter, and Southern Peninsula throughout the year.
Q. What Medical Precautions should I take before traveling to India?
A. It is recommended that you get a medical check up before traveling to India. Do consult your doctor about any vaccinations you may require. If you are on any regular medication, please bring enough with you to last the trip. While doctors and chemist stores are easily accessible in India, your specific brand of medication may not available here.
Q. Should I get insurance before traveling to India?
A. It is always advisable to get medical insurance before traveling to another country. India has many world-class hospitals and clinics that cater to medical tourists from around the world. Do check that your insurance provider will cover treatment in hospitals or clinics in India.
Q. Are means of communication easily available in India?
A. Yes, you'll find all major hotels have Internet facilities. Cyber cafes and phone booths are present in large numbers in all major cities and towns of India. Mobile telephone services connect all parts of India. An easy way to stay connected is to bring your mobile phone along and buy a phone card in India, for easy communication.
Q. What are the languages commonly spoken in India?
A. English is widely understood across Indian cities and towns. Staff at hotels, restaurants, shops, banks etc, converse in English. Each Indian state has its own language. Hindi is the language commonly spoken across North India.
Q. What are the basic food safety precautions I should follow in India?
A. Food served in hotels and restaurants is safe to eat. Avoid eating street food or food that has been left exposed to flies etc. Water sold in clear plastic bottles by branded companies is safe to drink.
Q. What is a standard tip in India?
A. In hotels and restaurants in India the tip is usually 10% of the bill. In hotels porters can be paid INR 100 for a trolley or INR 50 for 1 or 2 suitcases.
Q. Are Credit Cards accepted in India?
A. Yes, all major credit cards, such as Diners, Amex, Visa and Master Card are accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops in India.
Q. What clothing should I carry on a trip to India?
A. Since the weather can be quite hot in India, bring comfortable cotton clothes. Shirts with long sleeves, a wide-brimmed hat, scarves, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. If you're traveling to a wildlife sanctuary wear neutral earth colors. If you're going mountaineering or hiking, bring waterproof jackets and other specialized sportswear.
Q. Are foreigners allowed to enter places of worship in India?
A. Some temples and mosques may restrict entry. Others allow visitors in the outer courtyard. Observe local customs when you visit a place of worship. Wear modest clothing, and carry a scarf to cover your head. Removing one's footwear and observing silence is often required in places of worship.
Q. Is photography restricted in any areas in India?
A. Yes, photography may be restricted in some areas in India such as military installations, religious places, airports, bridges etc.
