India
Cricket Travel Redefined

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Capacity approximately 33,000. Home of Mumbai Indians. Hosted the 2011 Cricket World Cup final where India lifted the trophy on home soil. The Arabian Sea breeze drifts across the ground on evening matches. Electric atmosphere for IPL games — one of the great cricket experiences.

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Capacity approximately 68,000. India's largest cricket stadium and the cathedral of Indian cricket. The atmosphere here is extraordinary — a full Eden Gardens under floodlights for a day-night match is genuinely one of the most intense sporting experiences on earth.

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Capacity approximately 40,000. Home of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Known as a high-scoring ground with excellent sightlines from every stand. The Bengaluru climate makes evening matches here particularly pleasant.

Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Capacity approximately 132,000 — the world's largest cricket stadium. Hosted the 2023 Cricket World Cup final. A modern colosseum that has to be seen to be believed. The sheer scale is breathtaking.

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Capacity approximately 50,000. Known as "Chepauk". Home of Chennai Super Kings and their legendary fanbase. A passionate crowd and spin-friendly surface make this one of India's most distinctive venues.

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

Capacity approximately 41,000. Hosts Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Central Delhi location makes it one of the most accessible international grounds. A regular fixture on India's international calendar.

Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad

Capacity approximately 55,000. A modern, well-equipped stadium on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Home of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. Excellent facilities and comfortable viewing.

Mumbai

Delhi

Kolkata

Bengaluru

Jaipur

Goa

The Golden Triangle

• Taj Mahal sunrise — arrive at dawn for the most magical light on the world's most famous building
• Red Fort, Delhi — Mughal imperial palace and UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Amber Fort, Jaipur — hilltop fortress with mirror-work halls and panoramic views
• Chandni Chowk food walk — Old Delhi's legendary street food market, best explored with a local guide
• Hawa Mahal — Jaipur's iconic Palace of Winds with its honeycomb facade

Rajasthan

• Lake Palace, Udaipur — the floating white marble palace on Lake Pichola
• Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur — one of India's most imposing forts towering over the Blue City
• Desert camping, Jaisalmer — overnight in luxury tents under the stars in the Thar Desert
• Palace hotel stays — sleep in former royal residences across Rajasthan

Kerala

• Backwater houseboat cruise — drift through Kerala's network of lagoons and canals on a traditional kettuvallam
• Periyar Tiger Reserve — guided walks and boat safaris in one of India's finest wildlife sanctuaries
• Spice plantations — tour the cardamom, pepper, and tea estates of Munnar and Thekkady
• Ayurvedic spa treatments — Kerala is the home of Ayurveda, with world-class spa resorts
• Cochin historic quarter — Fort Kochi's Chinese fishing nets, spice markets, and colonial architecture

Goa

• Beach days — from the lively north coast to the tranquil south, Goa has a beach for every mood
• Portuguese heritage churches — the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral in Old Goa
• Dudhsagar Falls — spectacular four-tiered waterfall on the Goa-Karnataka border
• Spice plantations — guided tours with lunch cooked using freshly picked spices

Wildlife

• Ranthambore tiger safari — India's most famous tiger reserve, set among ancient fort ruins
• Bandhavgarh — highest density of Bengal tigers in India, excellent sighting record
• Kanha — the inspiration for Kipling's Jungle Book, with tigers, leopards, and barasingha deer
• Kaziranga — UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to two-thirds of the world's one-horned rhinoceros population

Food

• Street food tours — Delhi's Chandni Chowk, Mumbai's Chowpatty Beach, Kolkata's Park Street
• Cooking classes — learn regional recipes from local chefs in their homes or professional kitchens
• Regional cuisine — every state has its own culinary tradition, from Rajasthani thali to Kerala fish curry

Entry Requirements

An ETA e-Visa is required for UK nationals, applied for online at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. You must also complete an e-arrival card up to 72 hours before arrival. Both are required. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date with a minimum of two blank pages.

Currency

The Indian Rupee (INR) cannot be purchased outside India. Exchange currency at the airport on arrival or withdraw from ATMs, which are widely available in all cities. Credit and debit cards are accepted at hotels, restaurants, and larger establishments. Carry cash for smaller shops, street food, and tips.

Weather

The best time to visit is October to March when temperatures are a comfortable 20–30°C. Mumbai and Chennai are humid year-round. North India (Delhi, Rajasthan) can be cold on December and January evenings — pack a warm layer. The monsoon runs from June to September and should be avoided for most travel. The IPL season (March to May) is hot but manageable, particularly for evening matches.

Getting Around

We recommend private car and driver for all ground transport — it is the safest, most comfortable, and most practical way to travel in India. Domestic flights connect all major cities (1–3 hours). Trains are an option for scenic journeys, particularly the Rajasthan routes. We arrange all transfers and internal transport as part of your itinerary.

Time Zone

India Standard Time (IST) is GMT+5.5. There is no daylight saving time, so the time difference from the UK is 5.5 hours ahead in winter and 4.5 hours ahead in summer.

Health

Drink only bottled water — this is essential. Consult your GP or a travel health clinic at least 6 weeks before departure. Hepatitis A and typhoid vaccinations are recommended. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential and should cover medical evacuation.

Tipping

Tip 10–15% in restaurants where a service charge is not included. Small tips are appreciated for hotel porters, drivers, and guides. Your driver will be with you throughout — a tip at the end of your trip is customary.