The Golden Triangle
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Taj Mahal | A white marble mausoleum built by Shah Jahan, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. | ₹1,300, plus ₹200 for the main mausoleum; closed on Fridays |
| Agra Fort | A red sandstone Mughal fort with a view of the Taj Mahal. | Agra |
| Jama Masjid, Delhi | One of India's largest mosques, built by Shah Jahan, with a courtyard for thousands of worshippers. | Old Delhi |
| Qutub Minar | A towering 13th-century stone minaret on the World Heritage list. | South Delhi |
| Hawa Mahal, Jaipur | A pink façade with hundreds of small windows, the symbol of the Pink City. | Jaipur |
| Amber Fort | A hilltop fort with mirrored halls and courtyards. | Near Jaipur |
Nature
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala's backwaters | Green canals and lakes among palm trees, where you stay overnight on a houseboat. | Alleppey, south India |
| Manali | A Himalayan town with green valleys and snow in winter. | North India |
Mumbai
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Gateway of India | A huge stone arch on the harbour, the city's symbol. | South Mumbai |
| Haji Ali Dargah | A white mosque on a small island, reached by a causeway at low tide. | Mumbai |
| Marine Drive | A curving seafront on the Arabian Sea that lights up at night. | South Mumbai |
Tips before you go
- Saudis get an e-visa, applied for online a few days before arrival.
- The best months are October to March; summer is hot and the monsoon runs June to September.
- Distances are long, so pick one or two regions per trip.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in India?
The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jama Masjid in Delhi, Qutub Minar, Hawa Mahal and Amber Fort in Jaipur, Kerala's backwaters and the Gateway of India in Mumbai.
When is the Taj Mahal closed?
Every Friday.
Do Saudis need a visa for India?
Yes, an e-visa applied for online.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.