{"id":11669,"date":"2018-02-07T19:38:54","date_gmt":"2018-02-07T18:38:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=11669"},"modified":"2019-04-11T13:06:00","modified_gmt":"2019-04-11T12:06:00","slug":"india-vs-sri-lanka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/india-vs-sri-lanka\/","title":{"rendered":"India Vs Sri Lanka: How to Choose the Right Destination For You"},"content":{"rendered":"

India<\/a> and Sri Lanka<\/a> have both successfully managed to capture the interest of travellers from across the globe in search of unique cultural experiences and delicious local cuisine. If you\u2019re still in planning mode tossing up between India Vs Sri Lanka, we\u2019re here to help you make the right decision. <\/span><\/p>\n

Read on to find out where you should visit this year. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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India<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/td>\nIndia<\/b><\/td>\nSri Lanka<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital<\/b><\/td>\nNew Dehli <\/span><\/td>\nColombo <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Currency<\/b><\/td>\nIndian rupee<\/span><\/td>\nSri Lankan rupee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Population <\/b><\/td>\n1.324 billion (2016) <\/span><\/td>\n21.2 million (2016) <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

What kind of traveller is India suited for? <\/b><\/h2>\n

To describe India in one word would be \u201cincredible,\u201d \u2013 but that doesn\u2019t mean that it is suited for everyone. We\u2019re not going to say that first-time travellers should steer away from India, but we need to mention that some of the experiences can be more intense than those in the more tourist-friendly destinations in nearby Asia including Thailand, Vietnam or Cambodia.<\/span><\/p>\n

With over a billion people living in India, the population density is high, most cities are incredibly busy with people and traffic and it is easy to become overwhelmed. That being said, that experience of being overwhelmed is different for everyone, so as long as you\u2019re prepared to battle the crowds to jump on an overnight train in a small town where almost no one speaks English, then go for it! <\/span><\/p>\n

A trip to India can be completely life-changing (in a good way), and there are many incredible lessons you will learn during your travels that you won\u2019t find elsewhere. <\/span>If you\u2019re ready to take on the incredible adventure of India, we can almost guarantee you won\u2019t regret it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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See Also: <\/em>Choosing Between Northern India vs Southern India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Explore the streets of India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There\u2019s so much to take in when you arrive in India \u2013 the the sights, the sounds, the smells \u2013 but what stood out for us the most was the hospitality at some of the hotels and resorts where we stayed. Indians truly believe that when a guest arrives in your home, he\/she should be treated like GOD! We were blown away by the level of attention to detail, and we left with the impression that the Indian people are a very generous, humble and jovial bunch.<\/p>\n

The most important advice we have for anyone traveling to India is to plan their trip in advance. That\u2019s where O\u2019Harani comes in! Our one-of-a-kind experiences and knowledgeable guides enable us to create the perfect, customized itinerary curated specifically for each traveler, based upon his\/her likes\/dislikes and travel patterns. Having a game plan and a solid itinerary are key to having a phenomenal journey in royal, regal, resplendent India. – Patrick & Jitin, O’Harani<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Should I travel solo in India? <\/b><\/h2>\n

There are some destinations where you can be fairly relaxed about leaving your bag out of reach or walking around late at night without checking over your shoulder. India is not that type of place. There is no doubt that travellers can easily travel through India solo, but you do need to make sure extra precautions are taken. <\/span><\/p>\n

To answer the question, yes, India is safe to travel solo however it depends on your comfort levels when moving through busy cities where your language is not readily available. Small precautions such a taking note of local emergency numbers, carrying a portable charger, buying a local sim-card and avoiding unfamiliar neighbourhoods can help you to stay safe in India. If you\u2019re still set on travelling solo, go for it! Just make sure to keep reading and do your research beforehand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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See Also: <\/em>10 Things You Shouldn\u2019t Do While Travelling Solo in India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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If your travel buddies don\u2019t share the same passion and excitement about visiting India, you might want to think about joining a small group tour. Most group tours will include a tour guide (otherwise known as your walking, talking Wikipedia guidebook of knowledge!) so you can learn more about India and forget about navigating tricky situations solo. Also, meeting like-minded travellers is always a win-win! <\/span><\/p>\n

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How do I get around India?<\/b><\/h2>\n

It goes without saying, that India is a HUGE country. But, you can easily get from A to B via a number of transport modes. If you\u2019re travelling independently, most travellers will find that local transport is fairly easy to navigate, through might not always be time-effective. <\/span><\/p>\n

With the exception of air travel, it\u2019s worth noting that most services operate on \u201cIndia time,\u201d meaning the bus\/train\/taxi\/tuk-tuk will often arrive whenever it wants at whatever time. <\/span><\/p>\n