South India Travel Information

With South India Tours, travel to south India and visit the beautiful attractions of South India. South India tour packages also provides Indian tour packages on south Indian beaches, Kerala backwaters, south India Ayurveda tour packages, temple tours in south India. Visit these magnificent tourist attraction on your south India vacation tours in south India.

Travel Tips
When in India for travelling, there is nothing to worry. The infrastructure in India is well established to provide complete comfort to the travellers from all around. What you need is, a little extra patience and consideration to have a wonderful experience. The transportation and accommodation are well placed to cater to all the travel needs of the travellers.

What to Take
Don't carry too many things, as you can find almost everything here. Probably the only area in which buying in India is neither cheaper nor easily available is technical equipment, which are only found in the camping/trekking shops.

What to Wear (Clothes)
Light weight cotton are the most comfortable one throughout the year. But in the winter months you might need to wear heavy woolens, while travelling the extreme north and the high altitude zones of India. Avoid revealing clothes and for or foot wear - comfortable sandals are the best for you.

Email/Internet
This is huge in number. You will find Internet cafes almost at all the big and small market areas. This could be very useful for checking your mails and other travel informations.

Train Journey
The image of the Indian Railways is rated poor with common complaints being making reservations is difficult or that the signage is only in Hindi. The railway stations are too dirty for comfort. They generally too crowded. Avoid traveling in the Second Class, But if you really prefer travelling by railways, then Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express and other luxury train are the most ideal one.

Health Tips
There are some areas in India where malaria is still prevalent. Prior to your departure, get a prescription from your doctor for some anti malarial tablets.

Medical shops or chemists are available at all the places and you can buy medication. In case you need to see a doctor for a specific condition, ask for help from your hotel (most have doctors on call) or your tour operator.

Do remember to bring some insect repellent, mosquito coils or even an electronic repellent. Mosquitoes in India can be fierce. Avoid uncovered foods, avoid sweets and candies from local markets. Wash fruits before eating them. Do carry sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat, when out.

Respect The Culture
Always respect the religious shrines and pilgrimage destinations. Some places require visitors to observe a decent dress code. Take care not to violate the rules and regulations in the places of worship - temples, mosques, gurudwaras, etc.

Currency Change
Change currency only from official moneychangers. Remember to retain the currency Exchange receipts after each transaction. You will need them for re-exchange on departure.

Tipping
Tipping is a matter of personal discretion. Although bills normally include a service charge, it is customary to tip in restaurants and other places that cater to tourists.

Photography
Photography is prohibited in places of military importance, railway stations, bridges, airports and military installations.

General Visitors Tips
Voltage Used
The voltage used is 220 volts (the U.S. uses 120 volts). You can purchase a converter at most hardware stores for appliances that do not switch to 220V.

In Trouble
If ever you land in trouble, contact your Embassy and the nearest Police Station. In a Indian Police Station always speak with the Senior Inspector in Charge even if you have to wait couple of hours.

Credit Cards
American Express, Master Charge, Visa and Diners Club credit cards are generally accepted by large establishments including hotels, shops, and airlines.

Time
GMT + 5 1/2 hours. The standard time for India is calculated from Allahabad and is common to all cities ie only one time zone for India.