22 days in India Itinerary

On India's western coastline, the former Portuguese colony of Goa tells a visibly different story than the rest of India.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Baga Beach and then delve into the distant past with BLive Electric Bike Tours. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at Himalayan Therapeutic Studio (Mogu School) and then kick back and relax at Palolem Beach.

For more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Goa trip itinerary builder app.

Melbourne, Australia to Goa is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 4.5 hours traveling from Melbourne to Goa. Traveling from Melbourne in September, expect Goa to be much warmer, temps between 34°C and 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

On the 6th (Mon), hunt for treasures at Crawford Market, don't miss a visit to Dhobi Ghat, take an in-depth tour of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, then appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, and finally look for gifts at Kulture Shop. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Tue): take in the views from Bandra-Worli Sea Link, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Siddhivinayak, cruise along Marine Drive, then steep yourself in history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and finally pause for some photo ops at Hutatma Chowk.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Mumbai trip maker website.

You can fly from Goa to Mumbai in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or drive. In September, daytime highs in Mumbai are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Jodhpur.

The blue-walled buildings in the old quarter of Jodhpur have a calming, quaint aesthetic when viewed from up high, but down on the streets the city bustles with a lively atmosphere that belies its toy-town color.

On the 8th (Wed), pause for some photo ops at Jaswant Thada, explore the ancient world of Toorji Ka Jhalra (Toorji’s Step Well), then steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and finally stop by Mohanlal Verhomal Spices (MV SPICES). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: delve into the distant past at Walk to blueCity heritagetour, admire the masterpieces at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Jodhpur attractions planner.

You can fly from Mumbai to Jodhpur in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Mumbai in September, expect nights in Jodhpur to be about the same, around 30°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 41°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Udaipur.

Tourism in Udaipur, a picturesque city known for its lake system, thrives due to the area's numerous historic and cultural relics.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Fri): take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Udaipur, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Jagdish Temple.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Udaipur trip itinerary planning website.

You can drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Jodhpur in September, expect Udaipur to be little chillier, temps between 38°C and 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Jaipur.

Known as the "Pink City" because of the color of the stone used for many of its notable structures, Jaipur draws visitors with its chaotic street life and a slew of colorful bazaars selling everything from handmade pottery to tie-dye scarves.

Spend the 14th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's much more to do: explore the historical opulence of Amber Palace, stroll through Elefriend, admire the striking features of Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), and contemplate the long history of Jal Mahal.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Jaipur online visit planner.

Fly from Udaipur to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 41°C in September, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Khajuraho.

Most visitors come to Khajuraho to see the 1,000-year-old erotic rock carvings at a cluster of World Heritage-listed Hindu and Jain temples.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): get engrossed in the history at Khajuraho Temples, admire the striking features of Kandariya Mahadev Temple, and then admire the striking features of Lakshmana Temple.

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Fly from Jaipur to Khajuraho in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Thu): take in the exciting artwork at Taj Gallery, make a trip to Taj Mahal, then admire the natural beauty at Anguri Bagh, and finally admire the striking features of Tomb of Akbar the Great. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Fri): admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal, then explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort, and then admire the landmark architecture of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Agra road trip planner.

Fly from Khajuraho to Agra in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In September in Agra, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to drive to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in panoramic vistas at Qutub Minar, take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb.

To see maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our New Delhi sightseeing planning website.

Traveling by car from Agra to New Delhi takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 41°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to fly to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Leh is known for nature, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, don't miss a visit to Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers, appreciate the history behind Shey Monastery, and examine the collection at Stok Palace Museum.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Leh itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from New Delhi to Leh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, taxi, and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.