41 days in New Delhi & Mumbai Itinerary

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Attractions like Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb make great kid-friendly stops. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around New Delhi: Noida (Shree Jagannath Temple Noida, KidZania Delhi NCR, &more), Faridabad (Hanuman Mandir, WildHawk Adventures, &more) and Gurugram (Gurgaon) (Sheetla Mata Mandir, Oysters Beach Water Park, &more). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Akshardham, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jama Masjid, steep yourself in history at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and make a trip to India Gate.

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our New Delhi itinerary planning app.

Charlotte, USA to New Delhi is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Charlotte to New Delhi. Traveling from Charlotte in June, expect New Delhi to be a bit warmer, temps between 102°F and 81°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

Bring the kids along to Gateway of India and Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mumbai: Imagicaa (in Khopoli), Shooting Point (in Khandala) and Della Adventure Park (in Lonavala). Pack the 27th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Vishnubaaug Environment Theme Park. There's still lots to do: make a trip to Marine Drive, explore the fascinating underground world of Kanheri Caves, tour the pleasant surroundings at Chowpatty Beach, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Siddhivinayak.

To find more things to do, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Mumbai trip planner.

You can fly from New Delhi to Mumbai in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from New Delhi in July: highs in Mumbai hover around 86°F, while lows dip to 77°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight back home.