Where to travel in October.

October is Andaman vs Gulf flip month. Phuket/Krabi still wet but Samui/Phangan dry. Diwali weekend (late Oct/early Nov 2026) spikes Indian outbound demand.

Top picks for October

1. 1Thailand (Gulf coast)

   Koh Samui peak, opposite of Andaman wet season.

2. 2Japan

   Autumn leaves (koyo) start. Tokyo Nov peak, but Hokkaido Oct.

3. 3Bhutan

   Best month, clear skies, rhododendron prep, festival season.

4. 4Nepal

   Trekking season peak. Annapurna circuit busiest.

5. 5Egypt

   30°C, perfect for full Egypt itinerary including Luxor.

Avoid in October

• Thailand Andaman (Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi): Final monsoon month, wait till November.
• Maldives: Rainy. Book January-April instead.

Festivals & events

• Diwali weekend (mid-late Oct). Indian outbound demand spike
• Bhutan Thimphu Tshechu festival