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Watch a world-famous musical at one of the 41 Broadway theatres, most of them in Manhattan's Theater District around Times Square.
The United States of America stretches across North America from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Few countries offer such variety, from the skyscrapers of New York and the monuments of Washington DC to the neon lights of Las Vegas, the beaches of California and Florida, and natural wonders such as the Grand Canyon.
Theme parks, Broadway shows, shopping, scenic road trips and Niagara Falls make it a holiday for every kind of traveller. English is spoken everywhere and many cities have large Indian communities, making the USA an easy and rewarding destination from India.
Explore New York, Washington DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, each with its own famous skyline, landmarks and personality.
See the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone and Sequoia, home to deep canyons, granite cliffs, geysers and the world's largest trees.
Orlando and Southern California are home to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Universal Studios, perfect for families of all ages.
Drive California's coastal Highway 1, the desert roads of Arizona and Utah or the autumn-coloured routes of New England.
Catch a Broadway musical or a Las Vegas show, and shop on Fifth Avenue, Rodeo Drive and at the country's famous outlet malls.
America's most famous city dazzles with the lights of Times Square, the green heart of Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge and sky-high views from the Empire State Building, along with Fifth Avenue shopping, Broadway shows and the ferry to the Statue of Liberty.
*Popular New York experiences such as the Statue of Liberty pedestal and crown, observation decks and Broadway shows are best booked in advance.
Las Vegas lights up the Nevada desert with themed resorts, dancing fountains and dazzling shows along the famous Strip. It is also the gateway to the giant Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon, reached by road, helicopter or small plane.
*Grand Canyon West, home to the glass Skywalk, is about 2.5 hours by road from Las Vegas, while the South Rim in Grand Canyon National Park is about 4.5 hours away.
Ride San Francisco's cable cars and cross the Golden Gate Bridge, then head to Los Angeles for the Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland in Anaheim and the beaches of Santa Monica, with Yosemite and the Big Sur coast as easy add-ons.
*San Francisco and Los Angeles are linked by short flights, or by a scenic drive along the coast that is best spread over two or three days.
Watch a world-famous musical at one of the 41 Broadway theatres, most of them in Manhattan's Theater District around Times Square.
Sail from the US side of Niagara Falls past the American Falls and into the spray of the Horseshoe Falls, usually from spring to autumn.
See the Space Shuttle Atlantis and giant rockets at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, about an hour's drive from Orlando.
Explore the free Smithsonian museums on Washington DC's National Mall, from the National Air and Space Museum to Natural History.
Drive California's Highway 1 through Big Sur, stopping at the Bixby Creek Bridge and clifftop viewpoints over the Pacific.
Admire El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall from Tunnel View and walk among waterfalls and giant sequoias.
Watch the free water, music and light shows of the Fountains of Bellagio, one of the best-loved sights of the Las Vegas Strip.
*From Broadway shows and space shuttles to thundering waterfalls and coastal drives, the USA has something new to discover for families, couples and groups alike.
Experience American life at a Broadway musical or a baseball game, listen to jazz in New Orleans or country music in Nashville, and join the crowds for Fourth of July fireworks or New York's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. In the Southwest, Native American heritage lives on in places such as Monument Valley.
The USA is a year-round destination, though the weather varies across this vast country. Spring (March to May) brings cherry blossoms to Washington DC and pleasant sightseeing weather. Summer (June to August) is the busiest season and the best time for national parks and Niagara Falls. Autumn (September to November) brings autumn colours to New York and New England, while winter is snowy in the north-east but mild in Florida and Southern California.
New York and Washington DC have warm, humid summers with highs of around 28°C to 32°C and cold winters near freezing. The California coast is mild all year, Las Vegas and Phoenix often pass 40°C in summer, though the Grand Canyon's South Rim stays much cooler, and Florida stays warm year-round, with a hurricane season from June to November.
Peak Season: May to August, when summer holidays bring the biggest crowds, and the Christmas and New Year period.
Off-Peak Season: January to early March (outside Florida and the ski resorts) and early November, avoiding Thanksgiving week, when there are fewer crowds and better hotel offers, though some mountain roads in the national parks close in winter.
American food is as varied as the country itself. Grab a New York-style slice of pizza, a juicy burger, a bagel with cream cheese or fluffy pancakes for breakfast, and try Texas barbecue and fresh seafood on both coasts. Vegetarian options are easy to find, and big cities such as New York, Chicago and San Francisco have plenty of Indian restaurants.
Reaching the USA from India means a long-haul flight of 16 hours or more, with direct services from Delhi and Mumbai and easy one-stop connections from most Indian cities. Once there, domestic flights cover the long distances between the coasts, while trains, cars and city transport make shorter journeys simple.
Air India and US carriers fly direct from Delhi and Mumbai to New York-area airports and San Francisco; routes and frequencies change, so we will advise the best current option. One-stop connections via the Gulf, Europe or East Asia reach most US cities from across India.
Indian passport holders need a US visitor (B-1/B-2) visa, which usually involves an in-person interview at the US Embassy or a consulate in India. Appointment waits can be long, so apply early. Check current requirements before you travel; we assist with visa applications.
Domestic flights are the quickest way to cover long distances, and Amtrak trains link New York, Philadelphia and Washington DC. Private transfers, app-based cabs and rental cars make it easy to reach national parks and scenic drives.
April to June and September to October offer pleasant weather for most itineraries, including New York, Washington DC, Niagara Falls and California. Winter suits Florida and Southern California, and December brings festive lights to New York.
Yes. Indian passport holders need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa, which usually involves an in-person interview at the US Embassy or a consulate in India. Appointment waiting times can be long, so apply several months ahead; our team can assist with your application.
Flights from Delhi or Mumbai to New York take around 16 to 18 hours, and current routings can add a stop. Flights to the West Coast and one-stop journeys via the Gulf, Europe or East Asia generally take longer.
Allow 7 to 8 days for the East Coast, covering New York, Washington DC and Niagara Falls. With 12 to 15 days you can add Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon and California, and Orlando's theme parks need another 3 to 4 days.
Yes. Niagara Falls State Park in New York offers close-up views of the American and Bridal Veil Falls, the Maid of the Mist boat ride and the Cave of the Winds walkways. Crossing to the Canadian side for the classic panorama of the Horseshoe Falls requires a Canadian visa for Indian passport holders, and a valid US visa to return.
Yes. Vegetarian dishes are widely available, and Indian restaurants and grocery stores are common in major cities and their suburbs, including New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Houston and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Orlando is home to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, while Southern California has the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim and Universal Studios Hollywood. Plan at least a full day for each park.
The USA uses the US dollar (USD). Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and a tip of around 18 to 20 per cent is customary in restaurants, with smaller tips for taxi drivers, guides and hotel staff.
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