FAQ of North India Tours
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Firstly we suggest you to visit "North India Tours" page on the website, which include various tours of North India. Then select one of the tour. If you intend to make any changes like having a day more or less then in that case you need to inform us so that we make your itinerary accordingly. You can use our online tour booking form or send us an e mail at: info@indovacations.net

If you don’t want those tours which are mentioned on the website then in such a case you need to fill up the “Enquiry Form” mentioned on our website. In this form you have to specify the places you want to visit, date of arrival and departure, number of people who are traveling, the hotel category and any other special choice. After having these details from your end we will plan a tour for you and contact you very next day with all the details.

For the general information please visit the page “Information about North India”. You may also put up your questions to us regarding any matter if you do not find the answers on our website. Apart from that we suggest you to do some background reading before visiting North India, so that your visit becomes a great experience. During your tour we will also provide you a tourist Guide at the different cities in the language of your choice who will let you know anything you want to know about North India.

Your travel bookings should be made 8 months well in advance, especially if you are traveling between December to June and October to March (high tourist season). As Travel infrastructure in North India has its limitation in comparison to the high season demand therefore we highly recommend to book your tour in advance.

While planning your trip we suggest you to consider the festivals which would be taking place in North India during your trip. Upon receiving the information from you we will combine your trip with the Festivals in North India which will make your trip a great experience. For any further information on Festivals please visit our "Festivals of North India" page. On this page you will find the dates of the festivals taking place in North India. Our guides will also tell you about the cultural activities that would be taking place during the festivals.

Yes, you can buy an Air Ticket through us but to be fair we advice you to book your air ticket in your country as air tickets are normally expensive if booked in North India in North India to be sent to your country. However even if Air tickets are cheaper here and you happen to change you schedule in that case it is better to have to tickets issued at the port of departure. After having booked your Air tickets you can inform us the arrival time and the flight Number to enable us to pick you up from the airport to start with the tour.

You will be picked up from the airport or railway station in North India wherever you arrive by North India Tours representative. Our representative will be holding a name board with your name written on it at the arrival hall of the airport or railway station. If you are coming as a group then the name of the group will be mentioned on the name board. On that name board the arrival date, time, place and flight or train number will also be mentioned. You are requested not to leave the airport or railway station until you meet our representative. If by chance you were not able to find each other then you would also be provided the mobile and telephone number of the representative so that you can find each other at the particular location at the airport.

Yes, North India Tours is having special rates with many hotels all over the North India. We are sure that we will be able to offer you the hotels for your budget in the destination wanted by you. As far as the hotels are concerned we have hotels of every category in North India. Do inform us what kind of hotels you are looking for. We also make arrangements for big conferences and incentive spa and Ayurveda Packages. For more information on the hotels you can visit the page "North India Hotels" on our website. This page provides information about various categories of hotels available in North India. All the hotels that we use in the tour itinerary are mentioned there. If you want to book a particular hotel then a booking form is supplied with the hotel details. You can fill up that particular booking form and send to us or email us at info@indovacations.net

It is advisable to reserve well in advance for the hotels in North India. All the hotels have air-conditioning and private baths and offer all the modern amenities like phone, computer, and fax machines. Pay your hotel bill either in cash (rupees) or with a credit card. If you are paying in cash, have with you the receipt of your foreign money into rupees. The hotel clerk may ask to see this to make sure that you haven’t changed money on the black market. North India Tours is specialized in hotel bookings which are very good value for your money. Contact us with dates, destinations and wished categories and our Team would be glad to help you.

If you want to make arrangements only for the transport then we provide any type of vehicle you require for your tour. For more information on the Car Rental you can visit the page "Car Rental in North India" on our website. This page provides information about various types of vehicles which are available for you to hire in North India. With the vehicle you would be provided one experienced and reliable English speaking driver. The car would be at your disposal throughout the tour. The cost of the vehicle includes all the expenses, fuel, driver’s fees, toll taxes and parking.

Before visiting North India in North India, the Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is required if a tourist is coming from the Yellow Fever endemic countries. This certificate conforms to the International Health Regulation. The citizens and travelers coming from the United States, Canada or United Kingdom, do not require any vaccination certificate or inoculations. It is highly recommended to get a precautionary measure vaccination against Hepatitis B, if you plan to stay longer in North India. To avoid Malaria and Dengue, carry mosquito repellents, nets or take a course of anti Malaria tablets.

It is advised that you bring your own medicines. Most of the medications in North India are available but you may not find it under the same brand name as in your own country. If necessarily of consulting a doctor be assure that we will assist you in this matter. Private hospitals with high standard and qualified doctors are available in North India.

North Indians are hospitable and friendly people. Do not consider staring at you as unfriendly. Most of the North Indians have not been abroad and therefore foreign tourists are for them a subject of curiosity. Most of the people to whom you will talk will be friendly. Always speak to the people you feel like talking too. Avoid people who are too eager to help you or want you to buy something from them. If you want to enrich your visit to North India by visiting the Indian Family or want to stay with the family, ask the team of North India Tours. We will be happy to make these arrangements for you.

The best time to visit North India is from October to March.

All foreign nationals, including children, require a visa and passport before visiting North India. For visiting North India, please consult the concerned embassies in your area. For clarifications, please contact the Indian High Commission.

The units of Indian currency are the Rupee and Paisa (100 Paisa equal 1 Rupee). Paper money is in denominations of Rupees 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000. Coins are in denominations of Rupees 1, 2 and 5. There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency or travelers’ checks that can be brought by the tourists in North India. However a Declaration form need to be filled (only for the amount which is more than USD 10,000) on the arrival at the North Indian airport. By filling up this form you can also get your money exchanged back in the original currency without any problem. The Money should be exchanged only through authorized money changers. You may ask our guides and they will tell you the right center or place to get the money exchanged. Please note that no North Indian currency can be imported or exported, except for travelers checks. Travelers checks can be changed into rupees at any bank in North India. Be aware that it can take several hours to cash travelers checks in small towns. Try to deal with large banks in large cities. Don’t accept large denomination notes, because they will be difficult to change, and don’t accept damaged or torn notes, because merchants will refuse them, especially in small towns. Keep a supply of small change. Very often taxi drivers and vendors will say that they don’t have change.

All the major currencies including Euro, US Dollars and Pounds are accepted in North India. All the major credit cards like Visa, Master Card and American Express are also accepted in the main hotels, restaurants and shopping centres in North India.

The post offices and banks are open from 1000 to 1630 hrs from Monday to Friday and from 0930 to 1230 hrs on Saturdays. The administrative offices are open from Monday to Friday from 0930 to 1700 hrs and 0930 to 1230 hrs on Saturdays. All the offices and banks are closed on holidays.

Do remember to remove your shoes and sandals while visiting temple, mosques and churches. Also some temples do not allow leather shoes, belts or handbags in their premises. When visiting temples, women should cover their body with short or long sleeves tops and a long skirt or pants. Women should not wear sleeveless dresses or blouses. They need not cover their face or head. Men should wear long pants and a short-sleeved shirt. The people go to the temple to worship, doing offerings on the statues of the gods and receiving a blessing – sometimes a mark on the forehead. It is customary to leave a small amount of money for the priest after receiving a blessing. Hindu custom dictates that women should not go into temples if they are menstruating. Also be alert for signs indicating that non-Hindus may not visit the inner sanctum of the temple and may see only its outer precincts. If there is no sign, ask a priest. If you are visiting a temple and are offered a portion of sweet or fresh coconut or banana, it’s prasad or sacred food, offered to the gods. Since it’s a great honor to be offered, never refuse it, rather accept it and eat it. If you don’t want it, take it and give it to someone else. In Muslim mosques, do remember that men and women sit in separate areas. You need to cover your head while visiting the main chamber in the mosque. It is compulsory for both men and women to cover their head when visiting Sikh Gurudwaras. Before photographing the inner chamber of sacred temples, be sure to get permission. It is not permitted to have the picture of main deity in some temples. North India Tours Guides will assist you more on about the behaviour and general customs within the temple premises.

As a Westerner, feel free to wear anything, as long it is not very revealing like extremely tight jeans, low-cut blouses. It is extremely important for women to keep their legs covered as much as possible by wearing long skirts or pants. Shorts are never acceptable, except at beach resorts. Be sure to wear a hat. It is essential protection against the sun. Men should not, however, wear turbans. Cotton outfits, hats, sun glasses and sun screen lotion should be carried while on your tour to North India.

Saree is considered as most elegant North Indian dress for women. In North India, most of the women wear a saree. It is a six feet long piece of material of fine white cotton edged with golden zari, tucked into a slip, pleated, and worn over a very short blouse. The saree tends to pull out of the slip, and the shawl part tends to fall. This saree lends an extraordinary elegance to the person wearing it. Each masterpiece is specially woven on a traditional handloom. The western women should feel free to wear saree, but be aware that they are difficult to put on. If you want to try wearing a saree, ask for the help of an woman, an acquaintance, a hotel chambermaid, or even a shopkeeper. They are usually happy to help for arranging sarees.

The various wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in North India are the Kanha National Park and Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh, Corbett National Park, dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh, etc. The best time to visit the wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in North India are from October to March. The best time to watch the wildlife is in the early morning and evening. For more information on the wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in North India, please visit the "Wildlife Sanctuaries in North India" page on our website.

North India offers you great photographing options and it is a great fun while photographing in North India as you will have enough sunlight most of the time. We suggest you to bring enough films with you to catch the endless beauty of North India. In some of the monuments and wildlife sanctuaries you have to pay the fees for the photography. Our guide will suggest you where it is worth to photograph and where not. At some of the locations photography is not allowed. Do not photograph these objects otherwise your film can be confiscated. Always take permission before photographing people. Lower class people are especially sensitive and suspicious as to why they are being photographed. Never photograph airports, railways, railway stations, big bridges, or a military area. It’s good not to photograph Muslim women, women bathing, cremations, slums, or beggars.

North India is comparatively a safe state to travel. Crime rate against foreigners remain low. However specially to our female guests we recommend not be alone on the road after late evening just to be on the safer side. In case you need any help you can call the police at 100 and Ambulance at 102.

India is a shoppers paradise. There are various shopping places in North India. However, we recommend you to shop from the government approved emporiums. You can bargain everywhere except in government craft emporiums, government textile shops, pharmacies, bookstores, or Western-style grocery stores. Even if a price is written on an object, ask the price and bargain from there. Decide what you are willing to spend for an item. Make this your last offer in a bargaining session. If the shop owner is willing to sell at your price, he will sell you the item without much argument. It is better to buy large and expensive items, such as rugs or jewellery, only from reputable dealers recommended by North Indian acquaintances, hotels or your guide and driver. Most of the large stores also ship your purchase. Although, for convenience and to avoid postal delays, it is advisable to carry your purchased items with you or book it as baggage.

Shopping in India is an experience as India being the one of the most reasonable market in the south Asia. Import from India are increasing to all over the world. Jewellery of India, Carpets of India and Marble work of Agra in India is getting popularity by the tourist who are visiting India for travel purpose. Kashmiri carpet makers of India enjoy their reputation all over the world. Carpets of Indian Pure wool and Indian silk are made superbly in North India. Tibetan rugs, Indian Jewellery, Indian Gems, Rajasthani silverwork, Indian diamonds, Indian lapis lazuli, Indian moonstones, Indian aquamarine and Indian pearls are some of the stones for which the capital of Rajasthan (Jaipur) has made its name all over the world as most of the stones are cut and polished in this city of India. If you need any help and information about the products in India we will be happy to provide you the needed information. For more information on the Shopping in North India, please visit the "Shopping in North India" page on our website.

Tipping is expected by most of the people involved in the tourism in North India. In big hotels service charges are included in the bills so tipping is not necessary otherwise 10% of the amount of the billing is normally provided as tipping. If you are traveling with a group the tipping can be reduced to 5% of the total bill. For the porters in the hotels Rs.20 for a single baggage and in the case of a group Rs.10 per baggage is customary. For tour guides and escorts we recommend 1 to 2 USD per day per person and same is also for the driver accompanying you during your North India tour. However the mentioned amounts are just to give travelers an idea. There is no “must” or “compulsion” of tipping in North India. We advice you to measure the quality of services of particular person or establishment before thinking of tipping !

The Government has put restrictions on the export of the wild animals from the country. It has also put ban on the export of the articles made from the wild animals like skins, belts, furs, ivory, rhino horns, trophies, etc. Except peacock feathers and handicrafts made from them and various items and shavings of Antler, Cheetals and Sambars are not banned, subject to conditions. Export of exotic birds is also not allowed. However, the items made exclusively out of imported timber are exempted subject to conditions. Also, export of sandalwood in any form like logs, timber, roots bark, chip, powder, dust flakes, pulp and charcoal, excluding finished handicrafts and machine-finished products is prohibited. Export of furs of domestic animals, hides and skins is also prohibited except the Lamb fur. Antiques which include sculpture, painting or other works of art and craft, illustrative works of science and religion and of historical interest which are more than hundred years old may not be exported from North India. Manuscripts or other documents of scientific, historical, literary or aesthetic older than seventy five years also can not be exported out of India. Recently Airport taxes are being collected at the time of issuing the tickets to India. Please always confirm with your Airline if the taxes are to paid at the airport at the time of departure from India.

North India Tours is a recognized tour operator and holiday planner in North India. We not only organize tours in North India, but also in other parts of North India, Nepal and Bhutan. We not only organize the tours as they are printed in the itinerary but also work out any special tailor made itinerary in any area of the North Indian subcontinent. We also organize special Ayurveda rejuvenation packages, Yoga training camps in North India. We also organize special interest tours for women only. North India Tours is associated with a team of Tour Escorts and Guides who are fluent in different languages having long experience and are highly qualified and have also spent many years abroad. To know more about North India Tours and its team please refer to "About Us" or email us at info@indovacations.net

North India Tours provide you a guarantee in the form of certificate which means that your traveling is safe with us. The certificate is attested by the Notary Public. In that certificate it is specified that North India Tours undertakes the guarantee that it would provide all the services as decided according to the mutual agreement between you and them.

The central office of North India Tours is located in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur is located about 270 kms from Delhi. The office is located in the Raja Park area of Jaipur, which is the famous shopping area in Jaipur.

No, our company does not provide any sort of medical insurance. It is advisable that you get the insurance from your country only.

We need 10% of the total tour cost as an advance at the time of the confirmation of the tour. This is to be sure that your booking is genuine and we can go ahead with the reservations. The rest of the due amount can be paid before your arrival in North India. On special request you can also make the payment after your arrival. This can be agreed upon as per the type of tour and the amount we have to pay in advance to the hotels and our other associate offices for making the reservations.

There are various payment options by which you can make payment to North India Tours. You can make payment by cash, bank transfer, online credit card payment, Paypal, Cheque, Travelers checks and demand draft. If you have booked the tour through our associate offices then you can make the payment to them and get the confirmation from us. If you wish to use another option of payment suitable to you, then we would assist you. Please send us your queries and specify the country of your residence.

In order to confirm the booking with us we require some of the information like
A. > Passport no.
B. > Date of passport issue
C. > Validity of passport
D. > Passport issued at
E. > Date of Birth
F. > Your complete name as in the passport
G. > Complete address
H. > Your Nationality
I. > Your Visa Number, if you already have the visa
J. > Your telephone Number
K. > Your mobile number if any
L. > Your arrival Date, Airline number and time
M. > Your departure date, Airline number and time

You can fill up all these information and send it to us so that we will confirm your hotel booking. At the time of check in at the hotel, you need to please handover a copy of such details at the hotel reception so that you do not have to fill up the information forms of the hotel and it also saves the time.

The main languages which are spoken in North India are Hindi, Punjabi. If you want to learn Hindi and Punjabi which is the native language of North India then we offer some special Hindi and Punjabi language courses in North India with the help of experienced teachers. The courses are of different time duration that can be designed as per your interest and availability of the teacher. The offered Language lessons are given by private teachers thus making the course an individual course for you. Our teachers have experiences in teaching foreign students whose native language is not Hindi. If you want to learn Hindi or any other languages and want to have any further more information then please visit the page "Languages in North India" on our website or email us at info@indovacations.net 

English is widely spoken and understood at almost all tourist centers. But we highly recommend you to take qualified and government recognized guides during your sightseeing in North India. We are associated with Guides in North India who also speak German, French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian or Russian. Tour guides will help you not only in your sightseeing, but also help you understand North India better and give you useful tips for your Journey to North India !

Though it is permissible to drive in North India but we strongly recommend you not to drive as the condition of roads and traffic rules do not match with Western countries. Driving here is on the left, as in Japan, Hong Kong, and Britain. There are cyclists, buses, trucks, rickshaws, camels, cows, goats, pigs, countless pedestrians on roads. Chances are more to meet with an accident if you drive on your own. It is always advisable to hire a driver as they are trained and familiar with local traffic sense. For more information on hiring a driver contact our team of North India Tours.

North India is a land of diversity thus you will notice that different people use different greetings. Like, Hindus say “Namasthe”, Muslims say, “Salaam al-eikum” (Sah-lahm ah-lay-kuhm) and the Sikhs say “Sat Sri Akal” (Saht shree ah-kahl).

The general greeting is “Namasthe” (nah-mahs-tay)”. You can do this for “Good morning”, “Good afternoon” or “Good evening”. While saying Namasthe hold your palms together at chin level and nod (never bow) your head. In major cities, men usually shake hands, while women use the more traditional greeting. In general, you can shake hands with men and can say Namaste to women. Ji is used following a name as a sign of respect, e.g., Gandhi-ji. Note that a Hindu may greet a man by adding “sahib” (“sir” or “master”) to the name (Mr.Jones-sahib) and woman by adding “ji” (Miss Jones-ji) as a sign of respect. Don’t use first names unless you know someone very well. Use “Mr.”, “Mrs.,” or “Miss". Use titles such as “Professor” and “Doctor,” and use “Sir” or “Madam” with a superior/elders. Only people of the same sex can hug one another.

North Indians follow very traditional style to welcome their honored guests. The garlands of flowers are used in formal occasions, such as in the inauguration of building or company, in the receptions of a distinguished visitor, or at the end of a concert. The garlands are draped around the neck of the honored person. If you are a receiver of a garland, wear the flowers for a few minutes, then remove the garland and give it to someone else or else hold on to it. Never leave it behind, except at the foot of a statue in a temple.

North India has people from varied religions it is sometimes difficult to tell Hindus from Muslims from Sikhs - with so many people in Western dress. You can identify them by their names like; Muslims have as part of their name “Muham-med”, “Ali”, “Khan” or “Hussein” Muslim women have “Jan” or “Begum” at the end of their name. Common Hindu names are “Krishna”, “Gopal”, “Vijay”, “Rajendra” and “Prakash”. Religious Sikhs can be identified by the turbans that they wear and their first name is usually followed by “Singh” if man and “Kaur” if woman.

The public facilities are rarely good, including all the major cities. You will find Western style toilets in all the standard hotels and restaurants. Be prepared to find them not so clean as you are used to in your country. North Indian trains usually have both North Indian and Western-style toilets. You will find public bathrooms and toilets in hotels, restaurants, railway stations, bus stations and some shops in big cities. There is usually a picture on the door to indicate which bathroom is for which sex. In some places, there may be a row of stalls with North Indian-style “squat” toilets and one that is Western – style. But in small cities or towns where the tourist flow is less facilities are rather poor. Keep toilet paper or tissues, paper soaps or liquid soaps with you for convenience.

Don’t bring guns or pornography into North India. Be prepared to declare radios, cameras, and other electronic equipment on a special form. Customs will check to make sure that you take those items out with you when you leave the country. Be aware that the police can be very arbitrary. In case of a small theft, it’s better to forget it than to go to the police. Report any significant theft to the police so that you can have a statement for your insurance company. It’s very unlikely that you will recover the stolen goods. To minimize the possible loss of money, never carry a large amount in cash wish you. ATM's, are meanwhile available in all big and small cities at the bank premises.

Always take some toilet paper rolls with you since toilet paper may be difficult to obtain outside large cities. Soap, toothpaste, and toiletries are readily available. Tampons are more difficult to find than sanitary napkins, so women who use tampons should bring a supply. Wash you hand as often as you can, avoid eating uncooked and cold food, especially from the street vendors, drink only mineral water. One should take care that the bottles are sealed. Never buy ice cream from a street vendor as stomach may not like the water or milk used in making the ice cream. At the initial start of your tour for first few days avoid spicy food. You can always tell the waiters at the restaurants that you would like to have less spicy food. Avoid mild made drinks unless for first few days at least ! In case of any emergency ask your guide or driver to take you to a doctor. North Indian doctors are well experienced and medicines are easily available.

The general meal plan in North India consist of three main meals in a day with one or two added tea-coffee breaks. The main meals are breakfast, lunch and dinner. All standard restaurants and hotels in North India offer a variety of cuisines including Continental, Chinese, and typical North Indian cuisine. Though the meal pattern is same, the food served in the meals varies in different regions of North India.

A typical North Indian meal consists of Chappatis, parantha or pooris (unleavened flat breads), dals, curries that are mild and made in ghee, vegetables seasoned with yogurt or pomegranate powder, green vegetables like spinach and green mustard cooked with paneer, north Indian pickles, fresh tomato, mint, cilantro chutneys and yogurt raitas. North Indian desserts and sweets are made of milk, paneer, lentil flour and wheat flour combined with dried nuts and garnished with a thin sheet of pure silver. Nimbu Pani (lemon drink), Lassi (iced buttermilk) are popular drinks of the North. Hot and sweet cardamom milk is very common before going to bed. North Indian Cuisine can be further divided into different categories according to states and tastes. These categories are Kashmiri, Punjabi, Rajasthani, Garhwal, Pahari, Uttar Pradesh, Awadh and Lucknow. For more information on the North India Cuisine, please visit the page "Cuisine of North India" on the website.

We advice our guests to drink bottled water, bottled drinks. The water in the hotels can be used for cleaning the tooth and body but avoid drinking this water. The mineral water is available in sealed bottles which is purified and quite safe to drink. It is not advisable to drink water from slow moving streams, lakes or dams. Avoid eating spicy food. It is suggested to stick to only cooked foods and to eat fresh fruits after removing their skin. After taking the above precautions you will realize that North India has a wonderful cuisine and rarely any other place meet such varieties.

Various means of local transport in North India ranges from cycle-rickshaws to auto-rickshaws, taxis and buses. Local buses are usually over crowded and should be avoided. Auto-rickshaw and taxis are easily available and can be used if necessary. You can ask at information desks at the airport or in hotels to get an idea of the fare. At major airports, there are prepaid booths, where you can pay and then you will be given a receipt to be given to the driver. In small towns, you can look for a cycle-rickshaw, a three-wheel bicycle with seats for two passengers behind the driver. On a pleasant evening, traverse the scenic mud roads of North India at the unhurried pace of a bullock cart. The tinkling bells and roll-over-from-side-to-side motion of the cart will place you into a lazy environment.

A train journey is considered as an interesting way if you want to explore the natural beauty and village life in North India. From trains you can watch the landscape unfold like pages of a colourful picture book, or acquaint yourself with your fellow travelers who make interesting profiles. Rail journey in North India can be a memorable experience for you if you reserve your seat well in advance, to avoid any inconvenience later on. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance. Before getting in line to arrange for your sleeper, fill out a sleeper reservation form, which you will find in the counters around the reservation hall. Your ticket will indicate your compartment and berth seat number. Allow plenty of time before departing to find your seat. Sleeper and seat numbers are displayed on lists posted on the platform and outside each carriage, along with passenger's name. For further Information and booking contact the Team of North India Tours.

India with its vast land and diverse culture, heritage, language and people is also showered with the natural beauty. The Himalayas, the world's largest mountain chain, stretches for about 2560 kms. in an arc across the top of the Indian subcontinent. It is in these ranges that some of the most popular hill stations of North India like Almora, Mussoorie, Nainital are located. Some of the famous hill stations in North India are Almora, Mussoorie, Nainital, Dhanaulti, Pachmarhi. For more information on the North India Hill Stations, please visit the page "Hill Stations of North India" on the website.

The classical dance is performed by the dancers as the highest form of worship. They dedicated themselves to Shiva, the dancing Nataraja and the supreme symbol of cosmic energy. There is also a myth that when Lord Shiva shook his hand drum, the world heard its first rhythm. As he moved his body with its beat, the universe came into being. Dance forms an intrinsic part of worship in the temples where the dancers offer the God the dance and music, being the most beautiful expression of the human spirit. The Indian classical dance subscribes to a rigorous code and depends upon the convenience of the body. But the origin of Indian dance has been lost in times. The major Indian Classical dance is Kathak. For more information on Dances in North India, please visit the "Dances of North India" page on the website.

North India provides a fascinating and unforgettable experience that attracts lots of tourists throughout the year. In the recent years, North India has been changing its image from purely a cultural destination to a composite destination for various outdoor activities. North India is rapidly emerging as the adventure tourism destination of the world; and scuba diving and other water sports have now become an integral part of it. There are various opportunities for any adventurous sports person in North India. A diverse varied terrain, snow covered mountains, green Alpine meadows, mountains, lakes and rapids and beaches provides an exciting environment for any sports man. Some of the adventurous sports are river rafting or river running, mountain climbing, skiing, hang-gliding, ballooning, motor crossing, heli-skiing, scuba diving and camel safari. For more information on Adventure Sports in North India, please visit the "Adventure Sports in North India" page on the website.