The Indian Sub-Continent has long been a favorite with those backpacking. A handful of the reasons to backpack to India include: to have fun; to learn about different cultures; to feel a sense of independence.
You can travel in India for the full six months that most tourist visas allow, yet still feel like you only saw a small part of what’s there. As a matter of fact, India is so huge that you could pass a number of years in the country and still not see half of it. You’ll find Hindu temples, Rajasthani palaces, holy cities, breathtaking mountain views and beautiful Himalayan valleys.
Though prices have risen slightly in recent years and the tourism trade there is aimed more and more in favor of the domestic middle class, it’s possible to find a nice beach side bamboo hut for 100 Rupees per night (that’s about $2). It’s also possible to eat out whilst in India for a few US Dollars per day However, food is more expensive at restaurants that specifically cater for foreigners and non-Indian food is nearly always more expensive than Indian food.
India is accomodating to travelers and, though journeys can take longer than expected, it is simple enough to explore for even first time backpackers. It’s regarded as a safe country too, so long as you use some sense and show respect for the locals. The majority of backpackers in India travel along routes that have been travelled by thousands of other travelers before them, and as a result you’ll come across lots of services geared especially towards backpackers.
Local travel agents are readily available on popular routes and are useful for arranging flights, visas and day trips. Sleeper trains and overnight buses are perfect for budget conscious travelers and provide a cheap method of covering medium distances. Further distances can be overcome with domestic flights; they’re mostly low-cost, safe and are bookable on the day.
Travelling there brings the unexpected and you’ll constantly have something to phone to your friends and family about, particularly if you venture away from the backpacker hotspots and explore India outside the tourist centres.
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