Please check online in advance if you need a visa for india prior to traveling. Note : All american citizens will be required to obtain an e-visa ( cost $25 ) To get a visa please check out the following link https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/Registration
We encourage you to buy flight tickets to India no later than 5 months prior to traveling.
India is a third world country, please make sure to arrange a tour guide/ driver who speaks your language to help you get around. Please take a look at our “things to do “ page for an itinerary with a trusted tour guide we recommend.
Amazon / Etsy have a really good selection of Indian clothes if you want to buy online. If you prefer to buy in person you can plan to arrive in India earlier to buy pre made attires from the markets.
The currency in India is the Indian Rupee. Its best to exchange your money prior to landing in india ( at the airport or an exchange union ) Note : we primarily use cash everywhere in India
We recommend getting an international plan on your current phone line activated prior to leaving. You can also buy a sim card when you land in India. Vodafone is a reliable company to buy a sim card from. You should see booths for them at the airport.
When traveling to India please remember to only drink sealed bottle water. Avoid ice in all drinks or cocktails and do not eat any kind of street food even if its packaged well. Theft is common so please make sure to keep track of your belongings.