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