How to Have an Inexpensive Vacation in India

The reason why Agra is such a popular tourist destination is because of the white monument known as the Taj Mahal - one of the seven wonders of the world! Of course, there are other sites that you can also visit but the first thing you have to do is book a flight.

Airfare

Most of the major carriers fly to India. Some examples of these are Cathay Pacific, Northwest, Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa. You may also try it own national carrier namely Air India. The rates are different for each one but you can find out how much it will cost then picking the most affordable one.

One thing you should consider before planning a trip is checking on the weather conditions. It is rainy during the months of April to October because it is the monsoon season. This means you will need to bring along some rain gear. The rest of the year is warm except for selections regions in the North because of the snow that comes from December until the end of February.

Accommodations

One way you can save money for your vacation in India is to look for an affordable hotel. One example is the Hotel Kant nestled in the city center. The room rates are from $20 to $38 USD per night. It has a good view of the Taj Mahal and is nearby the airport, train station and bus terminal if you want to explore the city.

If you are done backpacking in Europe, chances are you stayed in a hostel. There are YWCA and YMCA establishments in Agra so once you are through seeing the sights, you can move on to the nearby cities as well.

Food

The city of Agra or even the others parts offer a variety of cuisines. You can save money by eating in food stalls instead of dining in a fancy restaurant. It is best to bring bottled water at all times since the one coming out of the faucet is not always clean. If the food is too spicy or you are not fond of it, try something else.

Tours

Aside from the Taj Mahal, you may see the Agra fort, mosques and some tombs. You can join a tour group to save on cash since a larger group will pay less to the guide.

Transportation