58 days in Chicago & New Delhi Itinerary

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Get out of town with these interesting Chicago side-trips: Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. (in DeKalb), Milwaukee (Ray's The Limit Charters, Harley-Davidson Museum, &more) and South Bend (Grotto of Our Lady Lourdes, Basilica of the Sacred Heart, &more). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, enjoy breathtaking views from 360 Chicago Observation Deck, take a leisurely stroll along Navy Pier, and wander the streets of The Magnificent Mile.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Chicago route website.

Indianapolis to Chicago is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time is minus 1 hour. September in Chicago sees daily highs of 78°F and lows of 61°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough 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.

Spend the 30th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, admire the natural beauty at Akshardham, step into the grandiose world of Red Fort, and admire the landmark architecture of Jama Masjid.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our New Delhi online trip planner.

You can fly from Chicago to New Delhi in 17.5 hours. Traveling from Chicago to New Delhi, you'll lose 11.5 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Chicago in October, plan for warmer days and a bit warmer nights in New Delhi: temperatures range from 93°F by day to 69°F at night. On the 11th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.