Backpacking India is the ultimate experience. The flavours, the culture, the people, the colors, the history, the sites, the beaches, the wonder and the chaos all combine and explode in the face of visitors to the sub-continent. There is just something about India. It’s so wonderfully different that you will have all of your travel and adventure dreams answered in just one visit. Every time you turn a corner in the streets, you will see something new. There is no better definition of “culture shock” than landing in Delhi and stepping into the mayhem of India’s capital city. This is India ladies and gentlemen. Put on your seatbelt, throw your worries aside and get ready… you’re in for one hell of a ride!
Whether you’re hurtling along in a rickshaw, eating fantastic curries, kicking back on the backwaters or hiking in the mountains, Backpacking India will always be an adventure. You’ll need your wits about you, and preparation is key – here are our top picks to make your journey as smooth as possible.