9 days in India & Dhaka City Itinerary

One of the most congested and busiest cities in the world, Dhaka has a great deal to offer for everyone's taste.

On the 10th (Tue), get to know the resident critters at Dhaka Zoo, then get engrossed in the history at Bangabandhu Memorial Museum, then take an in-depth tour of Bangladesh National Museum, and finally view the masterpieces at Drik Gallery.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Dhaka City online holiday maker .

If you are flying in from Bangladesh, the closest major airport is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to travel to Kolkata (Calcutta).

Nestled on the banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is a booming metropolis, India's second largest city, and the country's cultural hub, known for being the birthplace of major artistic and literary movements.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Victoria Memorial Hall, get a new perspective on nature at Indian Museum (Jadu Ghar), then see the interesting displays at Raja Rammohun Roy Memorial Museum, and finally stop by Kumortuli. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Park Street and then view the masterpieces at CIMA Gallery.

To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Kolkata (Calcutta) online trip maker .

You can fly from Dhaka City to Kolkata (Calcutta) in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight, car, and train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in December, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to travel to Pushkar.

Immerse yourself in Hindu holy sites in one of the oldest cities in India, Pushkar--where even the camels wear jewels.

On the 13th (Fri), admire the masterpieces at Archaeological Museum, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, and then take in the exciting artwork at Vikas Handicrafts.

For photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Pushkar travel planner.

Traveling by combination of flight and train from Kolkata (Calcutta) to Pushkar takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can go by car to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Spiritual Museum and Agra Art Gallery. For shopping fun, head to Taj Gallery or U.P Handicrafts Development Center. Go for a jaunt from Agra to Bharatpur to see Keoladeo National Park about 1h 20 min away. There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Agra Fort, take in the spiritual surroundings of Dayal Bagh, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal.

To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Agra online trip itinerary maker .

Traveling by car from Pushkar to Agra takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. December in Agra sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to drive 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.

On the 17th (Tue), surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour and then see the interesting displays at Gandhi Smriti. On the 18th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Akshardham, then admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, and then steep yourself in history at India Gate.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the New Delhi day trip tool .

Traveling by car from Agra to New Delhi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in New Delhi can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can travel back home.