Flora and fauna
Hiking and camping
Tigers and elephants
Royalty and history
Ancient ruins
Rock-cut temples
Sun, sand, and surfing
Stalactites and stalagmites
Seaside skyline
Tiger safaris
Forts and palaces
Mughal magnificence
Erotic carvings
Holy river banks
If you have more time, consider adding a visit to Kerala's backwaters, Ladakh's high-altitude lakes, or the deserts of Jaisalmer. If you have less time, reduce your stay at Hampi or Khajuraho and skip Lonavala and Badami Caves. Carry light jackets or shawls as some hill stations or wilderness areas may get chilly in the evenings. Carry adequate water and snacks for long journeys and treks.