4. Delhi, India

Why you should go: From larger-than-life temples to a dizzying array of street food delicacies, India’s capital is always pulsating with life. Take a tuk-tuk to Chandni Chowk for street shopping before marveling at the colossal Swaminarayan Akshardham — Delhi is a city that slows down for no one.
Flight time: 3 hours
Where to stay: The Metropolitan Hotel & Spa New Delhi | from AED 303/night
insydo tip: It’s possible to visit the Taj Mahal in a day from Delhi. The fastest morning train from Delhi to Agra is the non-stop 12050 Gatimaan Express.