February 15, 2024
A Business trip to Delhi could enrich and enhance your overall experience if you plan and manage it really well. As the capital of India, Delhi is one of the largest business hubs in the country. It is also home to many diversified cultures and traditions from all parts of the country. To get the most out of your business trip, it is recommended to create a perfect balance of work and exploration in the itinerary.
Here are a few important things to consider while planning a business trip to Delhi:
Apart from your passport, this would be the most important document for your trip. You must apply for India's eVisa online and submit all the required documents with photographs. After paying the eVisa fee, you will get an electronic copy that you need to show to the immigration department at IGI airport, New Delhi. Remember, it might take up-to 5 business days to process your eVisa application.
In order to get more choices of seat preferences at cheaper prices, you should book your flight tickets well in advance. Depending on your country of residence, you can select either a direct flight or a connecting flight. Try to book a flight that lands in Delhi early morning around 06:00 AM to utilize the daytime in scheduling your meetings and conferences. This will also allow you to take some rest in your hotel room before a busy schedule ahead.
Delhi is a very busy and populated city in India, traffic issues are very common. Thus, you should book a hotel near the location you will be visiting. If you will be visiting Gurugram, you can book a hotel in “Aerocity”. Alternatively, areas in central Delhi such as Connaught Plance would be a better choice. If you have meetings in Noida, it is advisable to book your hotel here itself to save lot of travel time.
It is advisable to book a hotel room with breakfast and dinner included. For lunch, you can visit some prominent restaurants. You should avoid eating street food under all circumstances. And, always drink packaged mineral water only to take good care of your health.
Services of Ola and Uber are readily available in all areas of Delhi & NCR. But this way you might need to wait for some time before your cab arrives. It will be better to book a taxi for the entire duration of your business trip. You can contact some reputed travel agents and book the car as per your personal preferences. Choice of the vehicle is also important; a sedan car is good for small distances but consider an SUV if your trip involves a lot of travelling.
Apart from the cash, UPI is the most used payment method in India. Depending on your country of residence, if you cannot use UPI, credit and debit cards are also widely accepted at all major outlets in Delhi. It would be a good idea to carry some Indian currency with you always to avoid any last-minute issues. A money exchange facility is available at the IGI airport or you can visit "Mahipalpur" area to find many money exchange vendors.
Although India has great wi-fi connectivity everywhere such as airports, railway stations and hotels. Still, purchasing a local sim will be a very cost-effective way to communicate. You will get a reliable data connection and better speed over 5G networks. Also, your international SIM card might not work in India or it will be very expensive due to high roaming charges. Local SIM cards are readily available in India at many authorised stores near the airport.
You should also take good care of your health on your business trip to Delhi to be productive and feel good. To keep yourself hydrated, always carry a bottle of packaged drinking water with you. During winter, the air quality index goes very low in Delhi. Thus, wearing a N95 or similar mask would be better. Delhi is also the food capital of India but street food could create stomach issues if not prepared under hygienic conditions, you should only eat at reputed restaurants and hotels. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing during summer to avoid sunburn. A lot of travelling for business meetings and conferences could disrupt your sleep at night, so try to get a minimum of 8 hours of sleep each night under comfortable conditions.
Sometimes, business trips can be hectic and who wants to miss the timeless beauty of the magnificent Taj Mahal if there is time in hand? A trip to this iconic monument could add a bit of leisure and relaxation and this way your business trip to Delhi would be more balanced. Here are a few Taj Mahal Tour Packages that you should consider to add a Taj Mahal visit to your travel itinerary.
This short-duration trip from Delhi is a perfect blend of history, art and culture. During this tour, you can explore the marvellous "Taj Mahal", massive "Agra Fort" in just 12 hours. Depending on the availability of time, you can also visit the charming "Baby Taj" and explore local markets. By the evening, you will be back in Delhi to catch a flight back to your homeland.
Perfect choice for a weekend excursion. This two-day tour allows a traveller to visit the Taj Mahal during sunrise, sunset and under moonlight as well. The night view is available for only 5 days in a month and limited number for visitors are allowed in eight batches each day. Thus, kindly check the availability of slots from the official website.
