October is a great time to immerse yourself completely in another culture. Head to India and join millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains for Diwali, the five-day ‘Festival of Lights’. Experience the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival with the locals in Myanmar, where revered Buddha images are paraded around Inle Lake in an elaborate barge for over 20 days. Or discover the historical sites in Jordan, where the lifting of the summer heat allows you to explore in comfort the Roman ruins at Jerash, and biblical sites such as Mt Nebo and the desert of Wadi Rum.
Popular countries we recommend in October
South Africa
A safari holiday in South Africa has so much to offer: from safari in places like the Kruger (one of the oldest, largest, and most diverse parks in Africa), to whale watching and visiting legendary battlefields like Rorke’s Drift.
India
Book a trip to India and enjoy tiger-watching holidays in Ranthambhore and Kanha national parks. Visit Delhi and enjoy wonderful architecture, or spend time in the tea plantations of Darjeeling and Sikkim in northeastern India.
Australia
Book a holiday to Australia and experience the natural beauty Ayers Rock (Uluru), the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef and the iconic Sydney skyline. Other attractions include the untouched coastline of Western Australia and self-driving along the Great Ocean Road.
Japan
Book a holiday to Japan and experience a true contrast of new and old. Highlights include immersing yourself in the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Tokyo, viewing traditional Geisha culture in Kyoto and, of course, cherry blossom season.
Selected itinerary ideas in October
