India Nepal Travel Guide

What Makes the India–Nepal Travel Guide Stand Out

Whether you're planning a spiritual journey, an overland loop, or a spontaneous road trip through India and Nepal, this guide makes travel easier and richer. It’s built for slow travelers, backpackers, vanlifers, and overlanders who want reliable pins and flexible offline access.

Key Features of the India–Nepal Travel Guide

• Over 1900 carefully curated pins covering India and Nepal, including cultural sites, natural wonders, food hotspots, and camping options.

• Fully integrated with Google Maps and usable offline, ideal for remote regions and long stretches without signal.

• Includes wild camping spots, budget-friendly guesthouses, scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, temples, hikes, and ferry crossings.

• Locations are categorized by theme and region, helping you explore at your own pace with minimal planning.

• Supports multiple travel styles, solo, couple, senior, budget, spiritual, or adventure-driven.

Use this guide before or during your trip. It’s your shortcut to the most inspiring and practical places across India and Nepal.

India-Nepal Top Regions to Explore

This guide covers nearly every corner of India and Nepal, organized by region to help you plan better and explore deeper. Whether you're heading to the high Himalayas, the remote deserts of Rajasthan, or the spiritual towns of the Ganges, you'll find tailored insights, scenic routes, and wild camping suggestions mapped for every area.

Northern India

Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand

A haven for trekkers, campers, and spiritual seekers. These Himalayan states offer high-altitude passes, apple orchard valleys, and quiet temple towns. Popular loops include Rishikesh to Badrinath and the Kullu–Spiti route. Wild camping is widely possible and Google Maps offline works well in most valleys.

Ladakh & Kashmir

Known for its stark desert landscapes and remote mountain roads, Ladakh is ideal for overlanders and off-grid travelers. Highlights include Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, and Buddhist monasteries perched on cliffs. Kashmir adds lushness and local culture, especially around Srinagar.

Delhi & Varanasi

This cultural axis offers history, chaos, and deep spiritual energy. Delhi is your launchpad for northern routes; Varanasi offers immersive street life and riverside rituals. Between them are fort towns, national parks, and road routes through Uttar Pradesh's rural heartland.

Western India

Rajasthan

One of India’s most iconic regions for road trippers. Expect desert forts, camel caravans, and atmospheric cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur. Wild camping and off-grid parking are easy in rural areas, and the roads between historic towns make for scenic and cultural drives.

Gujarat

Often overlooked, Gujarat is packed with wildlife sanctuaries, stepwells, salt flats, and sacred temples. You can wild camp near the Little Rann of Kutch and explore the coast between Bhuj and Dwarka. The region blends culture, pilgrimage routes, and desert terrain.

Maharashtra

A diverse region stretching from the Ghats to the coast. Visit the Ajanta & Ellora caves, drive the Western Ghats, or explore Mumbai’s street food. The Konkan coast is perfect for slow road trips with beach camping and scenic hillside villages.

Southern India

Goa & Karnataka

This duo offers palm-fringed beaches, hidden jungle routes, and coastal heritage towns. Karnataka’s interior features coffee plantations and waterfall treks, while Goa is ideal for vanlife and relaxed camping with sea views.

Kerala

Lush, peaceful, and ideal for slow travel. Backwater canals, eco-campsites, and cultural towns like Fort Kochi offer a calm contrast to India’s intensity. The coastal highways are some of the most scenic in South India.

Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry

This region blends spirituality, colonial charm, and coastal culture. From ancient temples in Madurai to café-lined streets in Pondicherry, there’s a rich mix of food, history, and offbeat routes perfect for curious travelers.

Eastern India

Odisha & Chhattisgarh

For travelers seeking raw and untouched India, this region delivers sacred tribal land, wild forests, and UNESCO temples. Routes are more remote and best suited to experienced overlanders or those craving solitude.

West Bengal & Sikkim

Kolkata is a cultural anchor, while Sikkim delivers Buddhist serenity and mountain treks. Expect tea plantations, hill stations, and winding roads with incredible views of the Eastern Himalayas.

Northeast States

Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland offer jungle terrain, living root bridges, waterfalls, and tribal culture. A dream for those looking to get off the grid with some of India’s most scenic and least-touristed roads.

Nepal

Kathmandu Valley

The cultural and spiritual heart of Nepal. Explore ancient temples, artisan villages, and buzzing markets. This is the best base for trip planning and day trips to nearby heritage zones.

Central Nepal

Home to Pokhara and Chitwan, this region blends mountain views with jungle safaris. Trekking trails, lake camping, and 4x4 routes into the hills are all easily accessible.

Western & Remote Nepal

Ideal for off-grid travelers. Mustang, the Far West, and Terai regions offer wild camping, cultural remoteness, and epic highland roads. Few tourists venture here, perfect for explorers who want space and silence.

India–Nepal Top Attractions for Road Trips & Cultural Adventure

India and Nepal are packed with natural beauty, spiritual depth, and unforgettable cultural experiences, many far from the tourist trail. From desert fort towns to Himalayan lakes and jungle roads, this travel guide brings you closer to the soul of South Asia with every pin.

Ladakh & Spiti Valley: Wild Camping Routes

The high-altitude deserts of Ladakh and Spiti are ideal for wild camping, 4x4 travel, and off-grid solitude. Drive dramatic mountain passes, sleep beneath star-filled skies, and visit remote monasteries surrounded by silence. These routes offer some of the most awe-inspiring overland experiences in the world.

Varanasi & Kathmandu: Spiritual Highlights

These two ancient cities hold the spiritual heartbeats of India and Nepal. Witness sunrise rituals on the Ganges in Varanasi or wander through Kathmandu’s temple-lined streets and stupa courtyards. Both destinations offer deep immersion into culture, faith, and everyday life.

Rajasthan: Desert Forts & Cultural Drives

Rajasthan is built for self-drive adventures. Explore sandstone cities like Jaisalmer and Jodhpur, camp on the edges of the Thar Desert, and follow scenic roads past palaces, temples, and hidden villages. It's a perfect blend of history, hospitality, and desert road freedom.

Central Nepal: Jungle Roads & Waterfalls

Between Pokhara and Chitwan lies a lesser-known stretch of jungles, rivers, and forest trails. Discover campsites near hidden waterfalls, take safari detours in national parks, and enjoy cooler hill roads that lead you into remote and wildlife-rich terrain.

Goa & Karnataka: Coastal Temples & Forest Trails

This western coast offers a slower rhythm, perfect for vanlife and offbeat travel. Visit ancient coastal temples, drive through rainforest corridors in the Western Ghats, and unwind in seaside towns with hidden beaches and peaceful camping spots.

Western Ghats: Hidden Natural Wonders

From misty hill stations to dramatic cliffs and wild swimming spots, the Western Ghats in southern India hide endless natural beauty. Scenic drives here pass coffee estates, spice farms, and forest preserves, making it a must for nature-focused travelers.

Your Trusted Travel Companion for India & Nepal

This guide isn’t just about places, it’s about travel freedom. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned overlander, our India–Nepal guide gives you the tools to plan with confidence and explore with ease. Every pin is handpicked, every detail built for real travelers on the road.

Built for Self-Drive and Slow Travel

Designed specifically for road trippers, overlanders, and backpackers, our guide helps you move freely across both countries. Whether you’re camping in Ladakh or navigating the backroads of rural Nepal, the map is made for your pace, not the tour bus.

Google Maps Integration That Works Anywhere

No signal? No problem. The entire guide works offline with Google Maps across all your devices. It’s fully downloadable and usable in remote villages, mountain regions, and border areas where other apps fail.

Curated for Real-World Use, Not Clicks

No generic recommendations. Each of the 1900+ pins has been vetted for usefulness, safety, and experience. You’ll find wild camping spots, natural swimming holes, temples, ferry points, and roadside food stalls, all mapped, categorized, and field-tested.

Experience it for yourself: Watch Demo Video

How to Use India & Nepal Travel Guide

Step-by-Step Guide to Access Your Interactive Map

1. Download the Google Maps app on your device and sign in.

2. After purchase, open the downloaded file.

3. Click on the destination guide link.

4. You’ll be redirected straight to the map and can start exploring!

Tips for Maximizing Your Travel Experience

1. Use the toggle feature to focus on your interests, whether it’s beaches, cafés, or nature spots.

2. Plan efficient day trips by grouping nearby destinations.

3. Access your interactive travel guide even without internet. Just download it for offline use, easy and reliable.