Getting around & eSIM · land ready.

Works in all major cities. Your international card works fine. Set up both apps before you land. ₹50–300/ride.

Best for intercity trips and family travel. ₹1,500–3,000/day all-in. Ask your hotel to arrange — usually cheapest.

Cheapest city-to-city. Book under tourist quota on IRCTC. Vande Bharat or AC2 for comfort. Delhi–Agra in 2 hours flat.

For short city hops. Rapido (bike taxis) faster in traffic than cabs. Fare ₹30–150 typical. Both cash and UPI accepted.

Install before you fly — activates on arrival. Best for trips under 3 weeks. 1GB from $4.50, 10GB from $19. No SIM card queue at the airport.

For stays over 3 weeks. ₹200–500/month unlimited data. Go to an official store with your passport and OCI card.

Most NRIs can't use Indian UPI without a domestic bank account, but international UPI is rolling out via NRE accounts. PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm — install one in advance if you have NRE.

Movies, theatre and concerts across India. Popular shows sell out — book before you land.