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Lonely Planet Experience India

Build a Trip to Remember | Local Insights | Maps & Planning Tools | Covers Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Kolkata, Kerala, Mumbai, Goa and more
By Jenny Walker and Lonely Planet and Joe Bindloss and Margot Bigg and Christabel Lobo and Joanna Lobo and Paul Stafford and Puneetinder Kaur Sidhu and Charukesi Ramadurai
Series: Travel Guide
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This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience India travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from scanning for snow leopards in the barren mountains of the... Read More
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Lonely Planet's Experience India travel guide shares new and exciting ways to explore this iconic country. Featuring insider tips and recommendations from our on-the-ground experts, you could soon dive coral reefs off Havelock Island, stay on an apple orchard in Kotkhai and learn the art of ajrakh block printing as part of your dream itinerary.

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This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience India travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip.

Discover amazing local experiences from scanning for snow leopards in the barren mountains of the Stok Range in Ladakh; to rumbling into the Himalaya on the toy train from New Jalpaiguri, Gum or Kurseong to Darjeeling; and drifting through the basilicas of Old Goa near Panaji, once one of the biggest cities in Asia.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience India travel guide:

  • Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure.
  • Easy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interests.
  • Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views.
  • Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of India.
  • Connect with local traditions and trends through fun insights.
  • Practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to pack.
  • QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secrets.

Covers: Delhi; Rajasthan; Punjab & Haryana; Ladakh; Kashmir Valley & Beyond; Himachal Pradesh; Agra; Uttar Pradesh; Uttarakhand; Kolkata; West Bengal; Bihar & Jharkhand; Sikkim; Northeast States; Odisha; Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh; Gujarat & Diu; Mumbai (Bombay); Maharashtra; Goa; Karnataka; Telangana & Andhra Pradesh; Kerala; Tamil Nadu; Andaman Islands.

Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience India.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837588282

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2026

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 258

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