7 places around the world where the Rupee will make you feel rich

1. Cambodia 

Has watching a sunrise at the Angkor Wat always been at the top of your bucket list? Your dream can easily come true, given that Cambodian Riel equals about 0.015 INR! Hire a bicycle and spend a few days taking the time to explore the glorious Khmer ruins at the Angkor Wat. Visit Siem Reap and party it up in this vibrant city. The Siem Reap night market is a great place for a good bargain. Unwind on the sandy beaches of Sihanoukville, a 4 – 5 hour bus ride from Phnom Penh.

Read more: Visa-friendly South East Asian countries for Indian travellers

These ancient ruins will delight the history buff in you

2. Zimbabwe 

While Zimbabwe’s official currency is the USD, the crazy inflation rates in the country have made things like food and local sightseeing very inexpensive for the tourist. So take advantage of this, and plan a trip to see the thundering Victoria Falls. Harare, the capital city has a vibrant culture, and is teeming with activities for you to try out. The shopping and nightlife are great too. You’re in Africa, and you cannot miss out on its amazing wildlife. Take a safari in one of Zimbabwe’s many national parks such as Victoria Falls, Mana Pool or Hwange, and get up, close and personal with the lions, leopards, elephants and hyenas! Getting to Zimbabwe may be a tad bit expensive but once you are there, boarding, eating and getting around is considerably cheap.

Read more: Best places to meet cute animals

Explore the wilderness and wildlife at one of Zimbabwe's many nature parks

3. Paraguay 

The Paraguayan Guarani is about 0.013 INR, which means immersing yourself in Guarani culture, soccer and yummy South American food is quite inexpensive. The capital city of Asuncion is a mix of old world charm, historical buildings and modern restaurants and bars. Visit the Palacio de los Lopez at dusk when the lights come on, and catch a show at the Teatro Municipal. Take a trip to Encarnacion, Paraguay’s “Capital de Carnaval”, 370 km from Asuncion. The attractive city’s river beach is a huge draw, making it a perfect getaway to unwind. Encarnacion is also the base for visiting the famous Jesuit reducciones of Trinidad and Jesus, a UNESCO world heritage site. Flights to Paraguay from India are upwards of Rs.100000 but you may be able to land a cheaper deal if you book well in advance.

Read more: Top 10 things to do in Brazil

If a culture shot is what you are looking for, head straight to Paraguay

4. Laos 

As soon as you step into Vientiane, the country’s capital city, it is very hard to miss the warmth and friendliness that the place exudes. Laos has all the amazing Buddhist temples, lush countryside and lip-smacking food, with half the crowd as Thailand. Visit former capital city, Luang Prabang, a UNESCO heritage site, full of colours and vibrant culture.

The Bokeo Nature Reserve at Huay Xai is a draw for a lot of visitors, thanks to its Gibbon Experience. The area is home to diverse wildlife including clouded leopards, the black-crested gibbon and tigers. And the best part is the Lao Kip is just 0.0076 INR, which means all this is super- affordable!

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Food, culture, history, wildlife - there's so much to see and do in Laos

5. Colombia 

The Colombian Peso equals about 0.024 INR. With quaint cobblestoned towns preserving the colonial charm, the mighty Andes standing tall, virgin Caribbean coasts, the mysterious Amazonian jungles and cryptic ruins, all rolled into one, Colombia is a treasure trove for a passionate traveller. Perched amidst the Andes, Bogota, the capital city has an easy-going and chic vibe, with the La Candelaria being its cultural center. Make sure you try some of the aromatic, fresh Colombian coffee at one of the city’s many cafes. Visit a coffee plantation in Fusagasuga, 1.5 hours away, as a day trip from the city.

Read more: 11 beautiful cathedrals across the world

With its many attractions, Colombia makes for an exotic vacation on a budget

6. Sri Lanka 

The exchange rate of 1 Sri Lankan Rupee being equal to 0.46 INR makes India’s charming neighbour a very attractive option while planning your next trip. Colombo is no longer just a stop over before venturing into the charming hill country or the cultural triangle. Take a few days to explore the capital city’s treasures. Walk around the quaint Dutch Hospital precinct with its chic cafes and bars, shop at Barefoot, and bargain at Pettah market. Head to Nuwara Eliya in the hill country to unwind amidst the endless tea plantations with a piping cuppa. If you have enough time, make sure to visit the as-yet unexplored East – Uppuveli and Nilaveli, little coastal towns that are nothing like the booming resorts in the western coast, but have a charm that is unmatched.

Read More: Top 10 things to do in Colombo

Prepare to be mesmerised by stunning beaches, plantations and temples

7. Indonesia 

Where else will you find a perfect mix of sandy beaches, lush paddy fields, mysterious temples with scintillating architecture, rejuvenating massages that make you forget all your worries, the Komodo dragon, active volcanoes that you can climb and world-class water sports facilities, all in one country? Indonesia really takes the cake for a value for money vacation that literally has everything you’ve ever dreamt of. And of course, some of that dark, rich Kopi Luwak! Bali, Yogyakarta, Gili Islands, Flores – plan your trip without a worry, the Indonesian Rupiah is about 0.0048 INR.

Read more: Best beaches close to India

Closer home, Indonesia offers a power-packed vacation for ardent travellers

So quit worrying about the money and plan your vacation to one of these superb destinations. You can also book your flights and hotels via our mobile apps.

Tell-Tale Signs You Deserve A Vacation

11 Tell-Tale Signs You Deserve A Vacation

A vacation is what you take when you can no longer take what you have been taking. 

- Earl Wilson

Life is busy. Our everyday life gets into a routine which is very hard to escape. Between the constant repetition of work, it's easy to get caught up in the vortex of the 'I-must-always-be-productive' mindset which means working more to earn more.  But there comes a critical point when doing more doesn't lead to more happiness, success or productivity. That's when it's time for a break.

If you show any of these signs, you totally deserve a vacation:

1. The first thing you say to yourself as soon as you wake up is FML because another day is starting, and you will go to work and eventually you will die.

2. You're always tired and sleepy. You stare blankly at your system as you just can't concentrate. 

3. Life has started to feel like a prison. Everything and everybody gets to your nerves now. 

4. You keep looking at your watch at work, to calculate how long ago you'd taken your last break and how long will you have to wait for another.

5. You find yourself Google-ing 'places you must visit once in a lifetime' every now and then. 

6. Whenever you're online, you go through the pictures of your previous trips. And you curse out loud when you see others' vacation pictures with captions like 'I HAD THE TIME OF MY LIFE <3 <3'.

7. People have started pointing out how you whine a lot about your life these days. 

8. Your procrastination skills are at an all-time high. You take twice the time it took you to complete tasks usually.

9. Come weekends and you feel like you are headed to the gallows because you know what's coming. Monday.

10. You're often found lurking around the coffee/tea machine at work.

11. You've started wishing you would get sick, just so you can take a day off.

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Hangout Places 

Pack your bags and get relax  A clear schedule, a celebration, an empty to-do list, a jobless weekend or a month off- deserve a change of scenery which is as lazy, chilled out and idle as your plans- in its climate, ambiance and culture.

These are the 17 destinations for when there is nothing on your mind and you want to keep it that way.

1. Varkala, Kerala- A lesser known side of Kerala

Varkala: Chill by the cliff near the beach Source

Varkala is relaxing in its every sphere, from glittering beaches, adjoining forts to a mild yet distinct hint of spirituality. But what standouts here is a sparkling market with hints of hippie culture surrounding it, making it a one of kind place in the state. While your  time off here, volunteer at Ayurveda center, for an unwinding experience in the truest sense of the word.

Varkala

2. Pondicherry, Puducherry – Once a French colony and they have been chilling since

Pondicherry, Chill in the French Cafes: Source)

History just doesn’t leave this town called Pondicherry, where time stopped a bit when its streets, shops, food, styles, architecture borrowed inspiration from the French. There are more than one ways to relax here from its beaches, ashrams to yoga and meditation.

Pondicherry, Chill in the French Cafes Source

Pondicherry

3. Kasol, Himachal Pradesh- Himachal’s well-kept secret

Kasol: Chill by the river-side: Source

This hushed and pristine village is an ideal place to just be and let go, walk through and chill around, with sceneries and landscapes borrowed from paradise and a distinct culture from its frequent Israeli visitors. With its glittering markets and breathtaking views, this is a magic spell in Hebrew, which will leave you asking for more. One of the most popular places to chill in India, Kasol has been infamous for its prevalent cannabis culture.

Kasol: Chill with the Israelis Source

Kasol

4. Rishikesh, Uttarakhand- A vacation where you will never run out of options

Rishikesh: Chill in the Ashrams Source

Rishikesh becomes what you want it to be. It could be your spiritual nirvana, wisp of adventure, chilled out break in cafes or relaxed time off in yoga ashrams. With its so many faces, you choose which one you want to lose yourself in while you time in Rishikesh.

Rishikesh

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5. Pushkar, Rajasthan – Sleepy glittering sands

Pushkar: Chill with the local villagers Source

A legend to its origin, a unique temple, a camel festival, a holy lake and fairs and festivity-and yet this modest town, Pushkar will give you the laid back and lazy ambiance, that might just be the thing you need, in its many cafes and an idle and relaxed culture.

Pushkar: Chill with the camels Source)

Pushkar

6. Anjuna, Goa – A little less quiet beach

Chill at the Flea Market at Anjuna Beach – Credits

Anjuna beach in Goa is about idle walks on the beach, lazy hours under the sun and refreshing swims into the sea. Along the beach will be local markets vibrant with haggling and the everyday sparkle, that you just can’t miss. Between your lazy encounters with the beach,  you can also volunteer at an eco-village.

Chill by the beach side in Anjuna: Source

Goa

7. Mokokchung, Nagaland- Your  time off tinted in tribal hues

Mokokchung, chill with the tribes Source

This can be your break closer to the nature- both in geography and culture. With hilly landscapes dotted with tribal villages, untouched in their colors, cultures, perspectives and livelihoods, it can be a unique vacation where you share lives with the tribal clans and find asecond home in their villages.

Chill with the tribes in Nagaland: Source

Mokokchung

8. Kalimpong, West Bengal- A simpler paradise

Chill with the monks, Kalimpong Source

A modest hill-station for a relaxed break into tea plantations and scenery filled with old churches and monasteries. The area, with little ambition, gives you full freedom to choose the way you want to unwind yourself on your vacation.

Chill in the monastery looking at the Tibetan Flags: Source

Kalimpong

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9. Hampi, Karnataka- A lazy bit of history

Chill while watching the ruins of Vijayanagar Empire Source

Hampi, a UNESCO world heritage site, is a place where history stores much of  its grandeur and architectural marvels. Add to it a mystical and laid back ambiance with ancient markets and you get the relaxing, simple and idle destination you always wanted. 

Chill, read a book in the ruins of Hampi  Source

Hampi

10. Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh – An untouched  hangout with a dreamy backdrop

Chill by the Ziro Valley: Source

A fish farm, hills with a view, pine trees and paddy fields all over and a pristine scenery. This place in Arunachal Pradesh comes with absolutely nothing on its list of ‘must -do’ things and makes up an ideal place to chill, in an almost picture perfect way.

Chill with the Apatani Tribe in Ziro: Source

Ziro

11. Gokarna, Karnataka- For a relaxed and sleepy beach holiday

Chill along the Om Beach: Source

There are many shades to this simple beach town and all equally refreshing, chilled out and pristine. There is an untouched beach, a young dash of hippie culture and a wave of spirituality and religion, for an ideal holiday brimming with sunshine and glittering sands in this simple place called Gokarna

Gokarna

12. Sarahan, Himachal Pradesh- Your escape into a mountain village

Chill overlooking the mountains: Source

Sarahan has countless views, sceneries and landscapes and no matter for how long you stay at this place, a walk through its endless forests and valleys will let you leave behind all you want to and let go.

13. Orchha, Madhya Pradesh- Of a picture perfect grandeur

Relax by the Betwa River Source

This is a historical paradise and a perfect place for a simple and lazy break off the everyday and into the richness of  its forts, palaces and temples with the most detailed art work, murals and paintings. This little other parallel world is a bit stuck in it glorious past and aperfect opportunity to unwind.

 14. Kasar Devi, Uttarakhand- A temple with a view

Kasar Devi – perfect place to relax (source)

This destination which is more often than not a getaway from popular spots around it, is surprisingly relaxing and with little to do is perfect for some idle time off. Add a bit of meaning to this break by working with projects here, for a more organic and sustainable range of mountains. With the names like hippie hill and Baba Cake as the popular hangout place here, you can only imagine what kind of place would it be.

Kasar Devi – Baba Cake Shop near Hippie Hill

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15. Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu- of white beaches and colorful markets

Relax in the cafes at Mahabalipuram Credits

Known for intricate temples, glowing beaches and markets quite exotic, this town makes it straight to the list of ideal hangouts. Top it up with crocodile farms and fishing villages and get a complete experience where you can enjoy a vibrant culture and unwind.

16.Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh- For a vacation that makes you look inside

Relax at the ghats watching Ganga Aarti in Varanasi: Credits

Varanasi, more popular as a religious center, only made more holy by the Ganges neighbouring it is where relaxation, meditation and spirituality is found in all forms, so that you can find yourself in a way that appeals to you.

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Varanasi

17. Old Manali, Himachal Pradeash -Manali’s elder cousin

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For your time off, skip the conventional attractions and spend a month in the guest houses that foster the old world charm. Walk through orchards and find a home right out of your early morning dreams with typical, yet refreshing hill station scenery.

Chil overlooking the graffiti in Old Manali Source

Manali

You need a place to relax.

You need a place to go and do nothing.

You need a place to go and just lie down and stare at the stars.

You need a sea-facing cafe and read a book.

You need a place to go and hang out with hippies.

You need a place to go for introspection.

You need a place where you can spend your sabbatical period.

You need a place to chill.  

You need to unwind

You need a second home.

Road Surf Trip

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1. Manali to Leh Highway:
The beauty of road trip from Manali to Leh cannot be captured in words. Remember Kareena Kapoor dancing to “Yeh Ishq Hai” from Jab We Met? Wouldn’t it be fun to cruise along that road in all its snowy glory on an open jeep or a Bullet? Ah! So Pretty!

Road Trip Condition:  It spans a length of 479 km with a mean altitude in between 3 to 4 km above sea level. The road is open for about 5 months a year mostly during summers and mid-October. The journey takes about 2 days with one stopover for rest and acclimatization.

2. Mumbai to Pune Expressway:
An easy weekend getaway from Pune/Mumbai, a road trip to Lonavala is something that almost all local residents will swear by. Dont forget to savor ‘chikki’ in Lonavala. The picturesque surroundings and lush green foliage are great at calming those jittery nerves. So if you are in the region and planning to take a road trip look no further. Put the medal on the pedal, and get cracking!

Road Trip Condition: The expressway is 93 km long and considered one of the best road trips in India.  Two-wheelers are allowed on old Mumbai-Pune Highway (which is in really good shape) while  cabs and buses ply on the Mumbai-Pune expressway. Sunny Da Dhaba and The Kinara Village Dhaba are good eating options on the Pune-Lonavala stretch.
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3. Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley:
The graceful marriage of the Bay of Bengal and the Eastern Ghats in Visakhapatnam are a sight to behold. Any first time visitor to the city is taken away by the pristine beauty of this union in the city. When the same traveller takes a trip to Araku, he’s completely mystified by the beauty of the road. The curly roads, the gentle elevation and the sweet serenity of the hills makes it an amazing road trip in south India and will etch a permanent place in your heart for an eternity.

Road Trip Condition:  The road spans about 116 km. There are interesting places like Borra caves and Tatipudi Reservoir on the way. The best time to visit the region is between October and March.

4. Shimla to Manali via Mandi:
Clichés, when it comes to choosing a travel destination, should never be steered clear of! The Shimla-Manali road trip, with the River Beas trudging alongside, is a beautiful road trip to relax and unwind in India. Take a break from and play in the ice-cold water of the river. Nothing says Himachal vacation like playing in the water during the ride between Shimla and Manali!

Road  Trip Condition: This 250 km stretch requires a little longer than usual due to hilly terrain. All the more reason to be one of the best road trips in India.

5. Chennai to Pondicherry along the East Coast Road:
This is one of the most beautiful roads for travelling on a cruiser motorbike. Chetan Bhagat wrote about it, and rightfully so. The Sea on one side of the road is a sight to behold as the day grows. The changing reflections of the Sun on the water as the day advances makes it most beautiful road around Chennai and probably India will leave you feeling thoroughly satisfied. Be prepared for a lot of Photography sessions while on the road!

Road Trip Condition: This stretch of 160 km takes about 3 hours. This route passes through Mahabalipuram (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kalpakkam (nuclear facility), Idaikkazhinadu (Alamparai Fort aka Alambara Fort), Mudaliarkuppam (with a cool boat house and water sport facility), Marakkanam (famous for large salt pans) etc.

6. Guwahati to Tawang
Two absolute essentials from Northeast and a trip just like its two ends- challenging, yet spread across an extremely beautiful terrain. A few stops in between, and you should be able to pull it off more conveniently.

Road Trip Information : The distance is about 520 km and should take you about 10 hours plus your stops.

Guwahati to Tawang, best road trip in India
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7. Puri to Konark on the NH-203:
While scenic roads in Orissa would very well put most of the Eastern states of India to shame, the Puri-Konark highway is one of those beautiful roads to do Photography that when undertaken, will force you to drain the battery on your camera. The canopy formed by the trees on either side of the road, the soft misty breeze and the obvious idyllic beauty will leave you mesmerized, now and forever!

Road Trip Condition: This short stretch of 36 km can be covered in about an hour and makes for a memorable road trip.

8. Gangtok to Lake Tsomgo and Nathu-La Pass:
The North-East, largely unexplored is home to some of the best destinations for road travel in India. This is one of those road trips of North-East that you should undertake at once without thinking much. The hilly terrain might make it a challenging ride, but the beauty of the road lies in the uncertainty of the terrain. The awesome sight along the roads on mountain ranges will totally make up for everything else! Take a road trip in winters to Lake Tsomgo (also known as Changu Lake) from Gangtok and know happiness like never before!

Road Trip Guide: This stretch is about 55 km long, with the Lake Tsomgo falling on the route at around 39 km from Gangtok.  It leaves you with  an unmatched road trip experience

gangtok lake bike trip, road trips India

9. Bangalore to Bandipur Forest:
One cannot put forward a list of awesome road trips without accounting for one that is taken along a forest. The Bandipur Forest route to Bangalore is one of the most beautiful trips through forests in India, that you’ll ever take.  One can take the same road to Ooty from Mysore passing though Bandipur National Park. Have a road trip with friends in a car with a sunroof, singing all the way. You might spot deer nonchalantly crossing the road. There’s no better manner of paying your respects to this charming highway!

Road Trip Guide: Taking around 5 hours, this stretch is 235 km long. There are various places for stopover and eating options along the route including McDonalds and Cafe Coffee

10. Shimla to Manali via Kinnaur and Spiti :
A more recommended route to Shimla than the Mandi one above, this is the road trip you should take instead if you are looking forward to the road trip being the highlight of your trip. Cover Kalpa, Sangla valley and even higher bits of the valley like Nako, Chango, Ropa if you wish

Shimal to Manali via Kinnaur and Spiti best road trip
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Road trip Guide : The stretch is longish and you can cover it in 3-4 days time (unlike shown in Google Maps). You can stopover at Rampur as the first stop. Shimla to Rampur is around 130 km and the roads are decent till this point. Rampur to Nako is around 180km and it almost takes an entire day to cover this part. The road is very bad, but equally scenic. Nako to Kaza is another 110 km and it is really beautiful as it is completely in Spiti region, but the roads are still bad.  The stretch from Nako to Kaza could take more than half a day and you can stopover at Kaza. The last part of the trip is from Kaza to Manali via Kunzum La and Rohtang La and this stretch is better than the previous two parts, but still quite bad. This will also take an entire enjoyment

11. Pamban Bridge (Rameshwaram):
Ever pictured driving on a road with vast expanses of water everywhere you look? Precisely why Pamban made it to our list! Sometimes, the infinite ocean under your feet and the moist breeze in your hair is all the therapy you need. Makes for a memorable road trip.

Road Trip Guide: The stretch is 13.5 km long and can be easily covered in about 20 minutes.

12. Chennai to Munnar
If you’ve got a weekend and Chennai’s weather just doesn’t cut it, Munnar is your escape. Even better, is that it can come with a though longish but refreshing road trip that might just be what you need to kick start your stay at Munnar.

Road Trip Information : The 600 km between you and your holiday would take about 10 hours plus the stops you make.

Chennai to Munnar, best road trips in India

13. Delhi to Agra via Mathura on Yamuna Expressway
The Yamuna expressway is probably the best road in the country at present, and an absolute must-do for all road trip enthusiasts in Delhi. If you have enough driving stamina, you can visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and come back to Delhi by late night.

Road Trip Guide and driving directions : You can cover the 165 kms stretch of Yamuna Expressway in less than 2 hours – the road is just amazing. However, getting to Yamuna Expressway from Delhi itself is around 60km, so add another hour to the total journey. Take care of the air pressure in your tires – too much heat driving at a fast speed have caused tires of some vehicles to burst, so remember to maintain a lower than normal air pressure.

Dhabas : Unfortunately, the expressway has no dhabas at the side, so if you want to stop and eat on the drive, you might prefer the old highway (via Palwal), although the driving wouldn’t be as much fun or fast. There are a few eateries on the side of expressway right after each toll. These eateries are good enough to quench your hunger and thirst, but don’t expect delicious dhabas here.

Yamuna Expressway: Delhi to Agra via Yamuna expressway
Yamuna Expressway

14. Jaipur to Jaisalmer:
The Desert of Jaisalmer! Drive to Jaisalmer from the Pink City via Jodhpur and enjoy as the colours of Rajasthan flash by.

Road Trip Guide: The roads are in top notch condition and a pleasure to drive on! Go along the RJ SH 19 which is the best option as far as routes are concerned. Make a refuel stop at Jodhpur, both for your car and your tummy. However, if you’re looking for authentic Rajasthani cuisine, you may find it anywhere along this route in India.

15. Shillong to Cherrapunjee
For a 53 km stretch, this one has a lot to offer from drizzles, waterfalls, caves, villages and a beautiful view from your window. You will find stops for food along the way.

Road trip information : The trip will take you about 1-2 hours without any traffic or stops. This is a popular stretch, often covered by car only.

Shillong to Cherrapunjee, best road trips in India

16. Mumbai to Goa:
This can probably be called the Father of Indian road trips. Drive towards the sun, the sea and the sand on a gorgeous road that will inspire and gear you up for the upcoming fun.

Road Trip Guide: The road from Mumbai to Goa along the NH 17 is as smooth as creamed butter and utilizes about 10 hours of travel time. Leave Mumbai early in the morning and reach Goa before the parties begin! There are several food joints along the drive to keep your heart and stomach full.

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Mumbai – Goa (Credit)

17. Delhi to Jaipur:
Watch the Aravallis bounce off as you drive along one of the most well-maintained highways of India into one of the most colourful cultures of our land.

Road Trip Information: The roads were in excellent condition until the last few years, but it has deteriorated in the recent past and the course is marked by many restaurants along the way. Take a pit stop at any one of them, refuel and move!

road trip from delhi to jaipur
Delhi – Jaipur Road Trip (Credit)

18. Mumbai to Mount Abu:
Is the metropolitan life sucking the life force out of you? Do you want some peace and quiet, if even for a day? Perhaps, my dear Mumbaikars, its time to seek that solace in Mount Abu. Unwind!

Road Trip Information: Take the NH 8 from Mumbai to Mount Abu via Vadodara and Ahmedabad. Its stretches on for 745 kilometers and requires 12 hours to cover. If you’re in for a longer holiday, explore the two towns for their authentic culture and Gandhian history respectively.  The road is kissed all over with plenty of dhabas, so eat away!

road trip from mumbai to mount abu
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19. Kolkata to Digha:
Kolkata to Digha- Bellisimo! Any Kolkatan will swear by this road journey, Most of them have taken it atleast 4 times during their lifetime. There’s reason to, too! The road is basic and pleasing, great for revving up your vehicles, lined with green patches all throughout. Digha is a favorite weekend trip option for many East Indians for its short and sweet appeal. Walk along the beach or ride a pony in the shallow waters, two days here will take your mind off things and let you relax.

Road Trip Information: This route in India is dotted with plenty of Dhabas, so eating along the route isn’t a problem. The road stretches for 180 kilometres and travel time is almost 3 hours. Enjoy the delightful drive, clicking snaps ...

20.  Jaipur to Ranthambore
Take State Highway 24 to check off 3 essentials of your list – Jaipur, Ranthambore and the beautiful stretch in between. There is also a certain Bassi Wildlife sanctuary in between you can make a stop at.

Road Trip Guide : The distance is about 145 km and should take you about 3 hours of an afternoon well spent.

Jaipur to Ranthambore, Road Trips India

21. Bangalore to Ooty via Mysore:
The road from Bangalore to Ooty, nestled in the lap of the Nilgiri hills, is one of those journeys every road fanatic should undertake once in his lifetime. The roads are the perfect combination of green leafy and asphalt, and the drive is a great idea to soothe your jittery nerves!

Road Trip Guide: The road stretches for 266 kilometres along the SH 17, which is in great condition and dotted with plenty of eateries on the route. For a sumptuous dining experience, try Kamath’s near Channapatna. However, if you’re one who doesn’t like too many surprises for your belly, you can find a McDonald’s and Cafe Coffee Day along the way. Stop over at Mysore and enjoy the history of the ancient city before gearing to sit in the lap of the nature.

road trip from bangalore to ooty
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22. Delhi to Shimla:
Somewhere in my heart, behind all the vertigo and nausea, there is a train of thoughts that feel that nothing beats the beauty of a road trip on the hills. The great expanse of the Himalayas and the soft cottony clouds blend in the most endearing route and the chilly winds in your hair make for the most sublime of experiences. A bike ride may be even better, sometimes.

Road Trip Information: Take the Grand Trunk Road from Delhi and trudge along 358 kilometers for a long weekend away from the cacophony of the city. The journey takes about 6 hours and 40 minutes. Eating on the drive is not a problem on this route. Give your stomach a treat at Sukhdev ka Dhaba at Murthal for their sumptuous paranthas!

road trip from Delhi to Shimla
Delh-Shimla (Courtesy)

23. Bangalore to Goa:
Ask students and IT professionals in this part of India about their mantra of chilling in the weekend, and they will swear by the bike road trip between Bangalore and Goa. The road is alluring, calm and serene, with several Punjabi dhabas lining the course serving delicious food. Food for your stomach and for your soul, isn’t it?

Road Trip Information: The road stretches for 566 kilometres, and is in good condition. Many would say that a car is the better option to hit the road between Bangalore and Goa, but you can trust your preferences while deciding. Rent-a-cab facilities are available from Bangalore ranging from Rs. 9 to Rs. 48, in addition to toll taxes. Pack a pair of flip flops, dribble sunscreen all over and have fun!

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Bangalore – Goa (Courtesy)

24. Kolkata to Puri:
The drive between Kolkata and Puri is full of surprises. The green drive and the pretty roads will leave you awed, while the idyllic beauty of both the journey and the destination will calm your soul.

Road Trip Gist: The best way is to go to Kharagpur and march along to Balasore  from there, followed by Pipli, Cuttack and Bhadrak. The distance is close to 580 kilometers and can be completed in about 10 hours of travel time. Hit the road before dawn from Kolkata and you’ll reach in time for Puri’s lovely beach-side sunset and succulent crab fries from local vendors!

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25. Ahmedabad to Kutch:
Go away for a short weekend holiday to Kutch and enjoy it thoroughly. Soak up the culture and the white beauty of the Rann, enjoying yourself completely.

Road Trip Gist: The stretch is 400 kilometers long and takes 11 hours to cover. Some parts of the road are a little untamed, so make sure you start very early in the day from Ahmedabad.