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Backpacking In India

Discussion in 'Travel advice' started by Tabitha, Dec 30, 2015.

  1. Tabitha

    Tabitha New Member

    Are there any good places to backpack through India? My partner and I did that in Europe and stayed at some hostels while we journeyed through England, France and Spain. We really enjoyed the experience.
     


  2. Karan

    Karan Member

    There are many backpacking places in India, and in fact, India gets a lot of backpackers. Some of the popular backpacking places in India are listed below with information on when the best time to visit as well.

    Leh Ladakh
    This is one of the popular backpacking places in India. There are many mountain passes in Leh Ladakh which backpackers go through. The only months when you should visit are from June to September.

    Parvati Valley
    This is a popular place where you go through some beautiful destinations like Manali, Kasol, and Kheerganga. Best time to visit is from March to July.

    Spiti
    Spiti is a place for the ones who want some extra adventure and a challenge as the Spiti terrain is quite tough. The ideal time to visit is from May to October.

    Gokarna
    If you like being on your own with lots of peace then Gokarna is the best place for backpackers. The ideal time to visit is from October to March.

    Rishikesh
    A popular destination for backpackers as well as the religious as it is a major Hindu pilgrimage destination. The ideal time to visit is from September to May.

    Hampi
    Hampi is a place where you will find many backpackers. It is a beautiful place with great scenery. The best time to visit is from November to February.

    Munnar
    Munnar is where you will find many tea estates and again is a popular place for backpackers. The best time to visit Munnar is from August to May.