Flights from France to India

Discover India

Discover India

Why visit India?

India offers a rich tapestry of ancient cities, layered history, and vivid everyday life, from bustling metropolises to quiet hill stations and coastal towns.

What to expect

You will find modern hubs like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru alongside heritage centres such as Kolkata, Chennai, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad, each with distinct languages, architecture, and arts.

Plan your trip

Use India as both a destination and a gateway, combining major cities with nearby regions, from the northern plains to the southern coasts, on a single itinerary.

Top experiences in India

Explore the forts and bazaars of Delhi

Walk through Old Delhi's lanes, admire grand Mughal forts, and browse vibrant markets filled with textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts.

Experience the energy of Mumbai's waterfront

Stroll along Marine Drive, see the Gateway of India, and discover art deco buildings and galleries around South Mumbai.

Discover temples and seaside charm in Chennai

Visit ornate Dravidian temple complexes, colonial-era neighbourhoods, and long sandy beaches along the Bay of Bengal.

Unwind in Kochi's historic quarters

Wander through Fort Kochi's heritage streets, see the iconic Chinese fishing nets, and explore art spaces housed in old warehouses.

Walk the cultural avenues of Kolkata

Explore grand colonial architecture, leafy boulevards, bookshops, and riverside ghats along the Hooghly River.

Soak in Bengaluru's parks and tech buzz

Balance time between lush gardens, heritage sites, and lively districts filled with cafes, music venues, and start-up spaces.

Discover old and new Hyderabad

See the Charminar and historic palaces, then explore the modern business districts and lakeside promenades.

Step into the old city of Ahmedabad

Walk through pols with carved facades, riverfront promenades, and serene ashram spaces along the Sabarmati River.

Experience India’s way of life

Getting around

India's major cities are well connected by domestic flights, extensive rail networks, and intercity road links, making it easy to combine destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad in one trip.

Local life & culture

Daily life spills onto the streets, from morning markets and festivals to neighbourhood gatherings, with each region expressing its own language, dress, music, and crafts traditions.

Where to unwind

Relax in city parks and botanical gardens, escape to nearby hill stations and coastal stretches, or choose wellness retreats and heritage stays set amid calm natural surroundings.

A taste of India

National dishes & specialties

Sample rich curries and street snacks in Delhi and Mumbai, coconut-laced dishes in Chennai and Kochi, hearty plates in Kolkata, and fragrant specialities in Hyderabad and Ahmedabad.

Casual & modern dining hubs

India's cities offer everything from family-run eateries and street food stalls to contemporary cafes and bistros, with menus reflecting local flavours and global influences.

Signature & scenic dining

Enjoy heritage restaurants in restored mansions, rooftop venues with skyline views in cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru, and waterfront or lakeside settings in Kochi, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad.

Retail therapy in India

Malls & lifestyle hubs

In Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad, large malls bring together international labels, Indian designers, cinemas, and entertainment zones under one roof.

Markets & local crafts

Browse bazaars in Delhi and Kolkata for textiles and books, pick up jewellery and handicrafts in Mumbai and Jaipur, and look for handloom fabrics and block prints in Ahmedabad and Chennai.

Evening retail scene

After dark, shopping streets in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru stay lively with illuminated storefronts, late-opening markets, and food and entertainment close by.

Best time to visit India

Winter (November to February, peak season) is generally the most comfortable time to visit much of India, with many northern and central cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Kochi seeing average temperatures around 10–25°C (50–77°F). Summer (March to June, shoulder season) can be hot across much of the country, with temperatures often between 25–40°C (77–104°F), especially in inland cities like Delhi and Hyderabad. The monsoon period (June to October, low season) brings higher humidity and regular rainfall, with temperatures in many regions around 23–32°C (73–90°F), and greener landscapes in coastal and rural areas.

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