New Delhi in £660s-£790s rtn from the UK

Feeling a little let down by the British summer? We think it's time to let India show you how it's done. 

If hot is what you want, hot is what you're gonna get. In fact, you may even come back with a newfound appreciation for rain, after you feel the relief of those summer monsoons.

But just in case the thought of 30°C+ already has you melting like a popsicle, you can always follow in the footsteps of many locals and escape to the mountainous north. 

Our top pick has to be the lush Tirthan Valley in the Great Himalayan National Park. While you could take a flight from Delhi, we'd recommend the day-long train ride—nothing beats gazing out over the evolving landscapes from densely packed cities to vast grassy plains.