One of India’s holiest cities, Varanasi offers a truly unique spiritual journey. Seeing the holy river Ganga brought alive with rituals in the morning or evening aarti (prayer ceremony) on its ghats (riverbanks) is an experience that Irish tourists find fascinating. For travelers from Ireland, known for its green hills and beautiful scenery, each region of India has its own unique beauty. The high Himalayas, especially in places like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Ladakh, offer Irish adventure seekers the opportunity to trek, climb mountains, and explore remote, mystical monasteries. Cool and crisp air with hill stations like Shimla, Manali, and Darjeeling dominates. It can provide a safe haven for those who are used to it. The calm and quiet backwaters of Kerala on the southern tip of India offer a very special landscape, a houseboat ride on calm and relaxing palm-fringed waters offers a peaceful relaxing view of village life passing which Irish travelers find strange. And for those looking for a desert experience, the golden sands of Rajasthan's Thar Desert, where camel treks and starry night skies make for a sharp yet different contrast to the greenery landscapes of Ireland.

India’s culinary options is a real cherry on top. Irish travelers who may already be familiar with curry will go beyond what they’ve got back home and discover a wide range of flavors and regional specialties from spicy street food like chaats and kebabs in Delhi to dosa forms taste and seafood from southern India. Every state in India presents their own food culture experience. Irish tourists tend to appreciate the balance of spices, fresh herbs, and flavors used in Indian dishes that vary from region to region. Warm Indian hospitality, often experienced through food, enables travelers to connect deeply with local culture.

India is one of the most affordable places to travel, making it an ideal destination for budget-minded Irish travellers. Whether you stay in luxury hotels or quaint homes, India offers a range of accommodations to suit every budget. Public transport is widely available, especially options such as train travel with sleeper cars offering a cheap and immersive way to see the country. “Atithi Devo Bhava” which means "Guest is our God" is what we Indians believe in and follow, making our Irish tourists welcome beautifully. Contact with locals, whether through market visits, homestays, or cultural excursions, often leaves a lasting impression on travelers. The warm Indians make Irish tourists feel at home despite the geographical distance.

India’s vibrant festivals offer Irish travelers an immersive cultural experience. The colorful festival of Holi, the shimmering lightful festival of Diwali, the glory of Durga Puja, and the spirituality of Kumbh Mela are just a few of the many festivals that highlight the rich traditions of India. Also the, traditional dance forms like Kathak Kali in Kerala or folk dances in Rajasthan provide a window into India’s artistic heritage. With their own rich traditions of song and dance, Irish travelers are often very entertaining.

Major airlines effectively connect India and Ireland, and the ease of issuing e-visas for Irish citizens has never made travel arrangements easier Irish tourists will find that travel within India is also becoming increasingly convenient thanks to expanded domestic flights of the and for well-connected railways.