Hi, I was wondering if anyone could advise me on what sort of clothes I need to take for India next March. Would it be okay to wear jeans or would they be too hot? Would you have to have your arms covered all lthe time? I understand they dress more modestly over there than we do but would it be okay to wear long shorts or cropped trousers? Also what sort of clothes for the evening? Sorry about all the questions but I'm trying to plan ahead! Thanks, Jan :)

Hi Jan, jeans would definitely be too hot! Most of us wore linen or light cotton and if we were visiting a temple etc, where arms or legs needed to be covered, we were either told beforehand or given a shawl/sarong etc to put on. We were also given disposable slippers to cover our feet. I wore shorts most of the time and was fine. Bring something bright to wear at the Taj, so you stand out in photos! For the evenings some folks dressed up a bit, nothing very flashy or glamorous, but the key is to be comfortable!

Best wishes,

Bob

Hi, I was wondering if anyone could advise me on what sort of clothes I need to take for India next March. Would it be okay to wear jeans or would they be too hot? Would you have to have your arms covered all lthe time? I understand they dress more modestly over there than we do but would it be okay to wear long shorts or cropped trousers? Also what sort of clothes for the evening? Sorry about all the questions but I'm trying to plan ahead! Thanks, Jan :)

Hi Jan,

I went to India this Feb/March and wore light cropped trousers most of the time. If you take clothes that can be washed and dried overnight that would be best - Craghoppers/Rohan etc. It is very cold first thing in the morning for the game drives and the Taj, so suggest you take a fleece or equivalent. For the evening, it is smart casual. Hope this helps. Enjoy, you will have a fantastic time! See my comments on staying healthy in India too.

Cheers, Hils

In big Cities people dress like Westeners. March is towards the end of the winter season in India so it will still be a bit chilly in the mornings and evenings. Just take what you feel comfortable in, obviously not 'heavy' clothing. Have a great time.

Jaya

To Shopper21, yes I am planning to watch the Marigold Hotel DVD, I have already bought it and just waiting till I have a spare couple of hours! I have also bought Slum Dog Millionnaire and the DVD of Caroline Quentin in India. Can't get enough at the moment!

I also took your advice and downloaded the Discover magazine and saw you guys in front of the Taj - fab photo! Can't wait to book up now!

Thanks again,

Jan

Bright colours are a great idea at the Taj Mahal.

Not sure how much walking we have to do when visiting temples etc( obviously when on safari I need trainers )

I did purchase a pair of "walking sandals" which I tested out of a 4 day trip round Rome, but they made my feet SO hot they ached. (

Alex

I wore a pair of "fit flops" when I did this tour. Also had a pair of trainers for tiger reserve visit and for climbing up to temples in Khajuraho.

Hope this helps.

Lesley

Can any one advise is good flip flops would be suitable foot wear?

Not sure how much walking we have to do when visiting temples etc( obviously when on safari I need trainers )

I did purchase a pair of "walking sandals" which I tested out of a 4 day trip round Rome, but they made my feet SO hot they ached. (

Alex

Hi Alex,

I wore "trekking sandals" which are open but supportive (Merrell) or the protective toe ones (Keen). I too have to decide which I'm taking for Burma and Borneo!

Hope this helps!

Have a fantastic time - it is my all time favourite JY trip!

Cheers,

Hils

Can any one advise is good flip flops would be suitable foot wear?

Not sure how much walking we have to do when visiting temples etc( obviously when on safari I need trainers )

I did purchase a pair of "walking sandals" which I tested out of a 4 day trip round Rome, but they made my feet SO hot they ached. (

Alex

Hi Alex,

I wore "trekking sandals" which are open but supportive (Merrell) or the protective toe ones (Keen). I too have to decide which I'm taking for Burma and Borneo!

Hope this helps!

Have a fantastic time - it is my all time favourite JY trip!

Cheers,

Hils

HI Hils,

Its was Keen open sandals that I bought, and closed toe ones (untested) and tried the open Sandal out on my trip to Rome in Sept, which made the soles of my feet SO hot,

I got a blister on my sole, so put one of those silver blister plasters on the next day- Which disintegrated from the heat of my foot? (blister did not hurt mind you), I thought to myself "oooh heck these wont do for India, that's £70 I cant get back"

Other than taking shoes off whilst on the coach, I thought I'd check with you seasoned travels if sturdy flip flops would work, my rational of thinking was in the temples you have to take your shoes off anyway.

When I'm on Tiger Safari I need to be able to run, I will have the fastest running shoes on. 🙂 Just in case- I need to chase a shy tiger for a cuddle (joking)

Its only 27 Sleep 4 hour & 28Mins to go...... but who's counting.

Hi Alex

I wore a pair of "fit flops" when I did this tour. Also had a pair of trainers for tiger reserve visit and for climbing up to temples in Khajuraho.

Hope this helps.

Lesley

Lesley

I knew I could rely on you & Hils to help me

Flit Flops was just the type of thing I had in mind...

They go with shirts, trousers & shorts(not sure I'll frighten the locals with me wearing shorts.....)

And my good only trainers for Khajuraho- Which I guess i can put on last min in the coach.

Sorry but another question has sprung up- Does the hand luggage get put in the coach hold whilst off visiting a sights? Not sure how all this touring stuff works?

From memory, I only ever had a handbag with me when out and about. If you wanted to take hand luggage, this could be left on the coach as driver remained on board.

Hope you have a great holiday.

Lesley

Have a great tour!

Bob

Hi Alex

I wore a pair of "fit flops" when I did this tour. Also had a pair of trainers for tiger reserve visit and for climbing up to temples in Khajuraho.

Hope this helps.

Lesley

Lesley

I knew I could rely on you & Hils to help me

Flit Flops was just the type of thing I had in mind...

They go with shirts, trousers & shorts(not sure I'll frighten the locals with me wearing shorts.....)

And my good only trainers for Khajuraho- Which I guess i can put on last min in the coach.

Sorry but another question has sprung up- Does the hand luggage get put in the coach hold whilst off visiting a sights? Not sure how all this touring stuff works?

Hi,

Your hand luggage will normally be in your hotel, along with your case. You need to take a small rucksack or daybag with you when you visit the sights (this may well be your handluggage!) - you will need camera/spare batteries/water/suntan cream etc. etc. If you are going to sights on the way to another hotel, then your main luggage will be in the coach, and you can probably leave anything on the coach you don't want to cart around with you.

Re shorts - remember you can't wear them in temples etc - you have to have your knees covered, and probably your shoulders too, and it is always worth taking a scarf/shawl/pashmina with you, to be on the safe side.!

Cheers,

Hils

Are you still going a day early, if so, see you in the bar for a birthday drink

I would welcome any advice from JY members on what to wear clothes wise on tiger hunt. Is it very cold in the morning or will a fleece suffice? Don't want my chattering teeth to scare them of.

Jean

Seeing a tiger in the wild was one of the best experiences of my life - I hope you are as lucky as we were!

Best wishes,

Bob

I took a Iight weight pashmina with me and used it in the early mornings and evenings when it was cooler. However, I went to India in September and temperatures may be different when you go in February.

Lesley

You guys are the best.

Jean, yes I'm flying out on the 7th, so a day a head of you guys. I'll raise a glass to you all whilst your in the air,

What tipple shall I have waiting for you on arrival?

Lesley, Hils & Bob why don't you hijack someones booking and come on this trip. 🙂 ...... Joking to everyone else booked...

Alex and I will raise a glass or two to you over the holiday, especially if we see a tiger. I think that would make Alex's birthday.

Alex - thanks for the offer of a drink - look forward to meeting you soon.

Happy travelling!

Jean