Is it safe for solo travelers?

Yes, but exercise caution. Stick to main tourist routes, avoid traveling alone at night, and keep your valuables locked in your bag.

How do I deal with the 'India belly'?

Drink only bottled, filtered, or boiled water. Eat at places with high turnover where food is cooked fresh in front of you.

Solo-Reisen durch Indien mit 30 Dollar am Tag

To travel India solo for $30 a day, prioritize sleeper trains for long distances and stick to 'thali' meals or street food. Stay in highly-rated hostels that offer free filtered water and Wi-Fi to keep your daily overhead costs to a minimum.

Master the transport. Book 'Sleeper Class' on Indian Railways via the IRCTC website or the ixigo app. It costs about $5 for a 12-hour journey, saving you a night of accommodation costs.
Eat locally. Avoid 'tourist' restaurants. Stick to busy, local eateries serving Thali (unlimited refills of lentils, vegetables, rice, and bread) for $1.50 to $2.50 per meal.
Choose your stay. Book hostel dorm beds in advance on platforms like Hostelworld. Aim for the $5–$8 range. Always check recent reviews to ensure the location is near a metro or bus line.
Manage your water. Never buy plastic bottles daily. Carry a reusable bottle and use hostel water filters or the 'Water ATM' kiosks found in railway stations to fill up for pennies.

Is it safe for solo travelers?: Yes, but exercise caution. Stick to main tourist routes, avoid traveling alone at night, and keep your valuables locked in your bag.
How do I deal with the 'India belly'?: Drink only bottled, filtered, or boiled water. Eat at places with high turnover where food is cooked fresh in front of you.