HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO FLY THERE?
Singapore Airlines fly there with a stopover in
Singapore
and flying time to
Delhi
or Mumbai from
Perth
is about 10 hours and 13 hours from the East Coast.
WILL WE BE MET AND TRANSFERRED?
Yes, where transfers have been included in your arrangements, our operator (Scenic Journeys) will have their representative meet you on arrival and transfer you to your hotel.
TRANSFER TIME
Varies, depending on arrival airport, chosen hotel & traffic conditions. Approximate transfer times :
Delhi
(30 mins), Mumbai (60 mins)
OFFICIAL LANGUAGE / S
Hindi and Urdu are the official language, and each region has its own dialect, which can change subtly from village to village, however English is widely spoken.
SEASONS
Winter: The winter months (November to February) have bright, sunny days and are pleasant throughout
India
Summer: The summer months (April - June) are hot in most parts of
India
Monsoon: (June – September) is very hot and potentially very wet.
FOOD
Everyone is familiar with Indian food in all its many varieties. The flavours differ from region to region and remember that there are many dishes that aren’t too spicy. International meals are available at most hotels and buffet breakfasts provided by all hotels ranging from 3* to 5*.
DRINKING WATER
It is recommended you drink bottled water only. Some hotels provide complimentary bottles each day and they are inexpensive to purchase at local shops. Boiled drinks such as coffee & tea are fine. Ice is usually OK at restaurants, but should be treated with care.
TRANSPORT: HOW TO GET AROUND?
Sightseeing is readily available through our operator. Otherwise, public transport and taxis are available, but the motor-rickshaw is the most common form or transport and is relatively cheap.
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?
Cool and casual clothing. When visiting temples and religious sites, you may need to cover shoulders as a sign of respect. (Avoid wearing shorts or sleeveless tops). Shoes must be removed inside most Buddhist and Islamic temples, but this is not universal so look to see what others do. If shoes are piled up outside the doorway, you should pay heed.
WHAT IS THE CURRENCY?
The local currency is Indian Rupees
WHAT IS THERE TO SHOP FOR?
Be prepared to bargain, but remember to do so in a friendly manner & you will achieve better results.
India
is famous for rugs, semi precious and precious stones, jewellery, wooden artefacts, marble & stone carvings. There is no shortage of things to buy in
India
.
NIGHT LIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT?
Hotels generally provide evening entertainment which might include bands, traditional dancing and music. Some have night clubs. But apart from the bigger cities like
Delhi
and Mumbai, outside of the hotels there is not much in the way of nightlife.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
Over the counter prescription drugs are widely available in major cities, but best to bring frequently used medicines from home. A basic first aid kit would be recommended. A trip to your GP prior to departure is a must to enquire about vaccinations.
POWER SUPPLY
230-240 VOLTS @ AC 50 cycles. Adaptors will be required as plugs are 2 prong & are different from Australian varieties, we recommend a multi socket adaptor.
MONEY EXCHANGE AND CREDIT CARDS
Most credit cards have a ready acceptance at the hotels and we recommend you use one to pay your hotel account.
TIPPING
Take a supply of small denomination US dollar notes ($1 & $5) and plenty of 50 Rupee notes. A tip of USD1.00 or 50 Rupees should suffice for porters, local guides, boat crew etc. It is also considered proper to make a small donation after visiting a temples - most have contribution boxes for this purpose.
TAKE ALONG
Hat, sunscreen, books and insect repellent. Recommended to bring film, however extra supplies can be purchased in major cities.
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