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7 Days in India: Itinerary and Top Things to Do A suggested 7 days route through India, shaped for travellers from Dubai

7 Days in India: Itinerary and Top Things to Do

Seven days covers one region of India well from Dubai, such as the Golden Triangle or Kerala. India is vast, so this route focuses on the Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, with Kerala as a southern alternative.

A suggested route

The Golden Triangle, with a Kerala alternative. Treat it as a framework to shape around your own pace and interests.

Days Where Highlights
1 to 2 Delhi Old and New Delhi, the forts and the markets
3 Agra The Taj Mahal at dawn and Agra Fort
4 to 5 Jaipur The Pink City, Amber Fort and the palaces
6 to 7 Return via Delhi, or fly to Kerala Backwaters and beaches in the south

Top experiences not to miss

  • The Taj Mahal at sunrise in Agra.
  • Amber Fort and the palaces of Jaipur.
  • Old Delhi by rickshaw and its street food.
  • A Kerala backwater houseboat, in the south.
  • A spice market and a cooking class.
  • Goa's beaches, as a relaxed add-on.

How many days do you need?

Seven days covers the Golden Triangle or Kerala. Two weeks lets you combine the north and the south.

Plan the timing and the budget. See our best time to visit India and India trip cost from Dubai guides to pick your month and set your budget.

Turn the route into a trip

Once the route is set, the last step is entry. Check which visa applies to your passport as a UAE resident on our India visa from Dubai guide before you book flights.


FAQ's

7 Days covers the highlights comfortably from Dubai. Add a few days if you want to travel at a slower pace or reach more than one region.

The suggested route above covers the essentials. See the full list of standout experiences in the section on things not to miss.

Yes. This route is built to suit first-time visitors, with the main sights in a sensible order and easy connections.

It depends on the season you want. Our best time to visit India guide sets out the ideal months and what each one offers.

It depends on your passport. Check the route for you on our India visa from Dubai guide before you book.