44 days in Dubai & India Itinerary

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Family-friendly places like Food Tours and Burj Khalifa will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Abu Dhabi (Qasr Al Hosn, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, &more), Sharjah (Sharjah Heritage Museum, Souk Al Arsah, &more) and Al Ain (Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain Oasis, &more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 30th (Fri) at Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark. There's much more to do: browse the different shops at The Dubai Mall, get to know the fascinating history of Bastakia Quarter, get engrossed in the history at Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, and cool off at Wild Wadi Waterpark.

To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Dubai journey planner.

Newark, USA to Dubai is an approximately 22-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Newark to Dubai. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Newark in December, with highs in Dubai at 80°F and lows at 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Kovalam.

Famous for the groves of coconut trees from which it takes its name, Kovalam offers a long, white sandy beach on the Arabian Sea.

On the 6th (Fri), examine the collection at Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lighthouse Beach, and then kick back and relax at Kovalam Beach.

For ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Kovalam trip maker app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Dubai to Kovalam. The time zone difference when traveling from Dubai to Kovalam is 1.5 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Dubai in January, with highs in Kovalam at 88°F and lows at 74°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Thekkady.

Centered on an artificial lake, Thekkady provides a sanctuary to a diverse set of animals and plant species.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Periyar Tiger Reserve and Green Land Spice Garden. There's lots more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Green Park Spices Thekkady, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mangala Devi Temple, walk around Thekkady Rose Park, and see Off-Road Tours.

To see reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Thekkady online vacation planner.

You can drive from Kovalam to Thekkady in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and taxi; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Mysuru (Mysore).

A historic and culturally distinctive city, Mysuru (Mysore) has all the stories, artworks, and architecture you'd hope to find in the former capital city of a rich kingdom.

On the 12th (Thu), explore the historical opulence of Mysuru Palace, get to know the resident critters at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, and then view the masterpieces at The Hobby Place. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the local landmark of Brindavan Garden and then examine the collection at Sea Shell Museum.

To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Mysuru (Mysore) day trip website.

You can drive from Thekkady to Mysuru (Mysore) in 7 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi, flight, and bus; or do a combination of taxi, flight, and train. In January in Mysuru (Mysore), expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Goa.

On India's western coastline, the former Portuguese colony of Goa tells a visibly different story than the rest of India.

Family-friendly places like Agonda Beach and Patnem-Colomb Beach will thrill your kids. There's much more to do: stroll through Arambol Beach, kick back and relax at Palolem Beach, relax and rejuvenate at Krishna Ayurveda Massage Centre, and look for gifts at Lucky Arts.

To see ratings, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Goa trip itinerary builder tool.

Getting from Mysuru (Mysore) to Goa by combination of flight and taxi takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In January, Goa is a bit warmer than Mysuru (Mysore) - with highs of 84°F and lows of 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow 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 Marine Drive. There's still lots to do: stroll through Chowpatty Beach, get in on the family fun at Snow Kingdom, get engrossed in the history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, and contemplate the long history of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Mumbai itinerary planner.

You can fly from Goa to Mumbai in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and train; or drive. Traveling from Goa in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Mumbai, with lows of 62°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Aurangabad.

A place of history, culture, and spiritualism, Aurangabad appeals to a growing number of pilgrims and tourists looking to get more out of their vacation in India.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): explore the ancient world of Daulatabad Fort and then explore the fascinating underground world of Ellora Caves.

For ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Aurangabad trip itinerary builder app.

You can fly from Mumbai to Aurangabad in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Mumbai in January, expect little chillier with lows of 56°F in Aurangabad. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to fly to New Delhi.

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.

Kids will enjoy Humayun's Tomb and Food Tours. There's still lots to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Qutub Minar, contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, admire the landmark architecture of Jama Masjid, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan).

Before you visit New Delhi, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can fly from Aurangabad to New Delhi in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Aurangabad in January; daily highs in New Delhi reach 68°F and lows reach 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Take a break from Agra with a short trip to Keoladeo National Park in Bharatpur, about 1h 20 min away. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, stroll through Wildlife SoS Bear Sanctuary, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and admire the architecture and history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Agra visit planner.

You can drive from New Delhi to Agra in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. January in Agra sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 45°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can fly to Jaipur.

Known as the "Pink City" because of the color of the stone used for many of its notable structures, Jaipur draws visitors with its chaotic street life and a slew of colorful bazaars selling everything from handmade pottery to tie-dye scarves.

Family-friendly places like Amber Palace and Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind will thrill your kids. Spend the 1st (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Jaipur, look for gifts at Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Centre, and admire the landmark architecture of Jal Mahal.

To see where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Jaipur trip planner.

You can fly from Agra to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. While traveling from Agra, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Jaipur, ranging from highs of 73°F to lows of 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Udaipur.

Tourism in Udaipur, a picturesque city known for its lake system, thrives due to the area's numerous historic and cultural relics.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): admire the striking features of City Palace of Udaipur and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Pichola.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Udaipur attractions planner.

Fly from Jaipur to Udaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 82°F in February, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Jodhpur.

The blue-walled buildings in the old quarter of Jodhpur have a calming, quaint aesthetic when viewed from up high, but down on the streets the city bustles with a lively atmosphere that belies its toy-town color.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): explore the world behind art at Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, steep yourself in history at Mehrangarh Fort, and then browse the exhibits of Ganesh Handicrafts. On your second day here, see Off-Road Tours.

To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Jodhpur online trip maker.

Traveling by car from Udaipur to Jodhpur takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Jodhpur can reach 83°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.