My Bucket-list ‘Weekend’ Getaways In India
A long weekend is always a hint at planning a quick road trip around your city. Does an idea of a ‘long weekend’ escape enrapture you? Well, I have some great ideas for you!
With OlaOutstation, you can take a road trip anywhere around your city. I used OlaOutstation while I was in Odisha to travel from Bhubaneswar to Raghurajpur, and it was quite comfy.
So, here are some of the awesome weekend getaways across India –
From Mumbai – Kolad
I’d like to visit Kolad (a village in Raigad district, Maharashtra) for its laid-back atmosphere. I have heard it’s a haven of natural wonders, and thus, it’s a favourite with adventure lovers. It’s a perfect place for day-trips and weekend trips. The top activity that you can enjoy in Kolad is rafting for its gushing white waters. Also, you can encamp near the Kundalika River for a night stay, which would be great fun with the best sleeping bag liner.
From Pune – Kamshet
Kamshet, a place around 50 km from Pune, is a blend of nature and art. Though Kamshet is famous for its adventure activities, such as paragliding and boating, I’d like to just sit lazily and take in its hilly charm. Besides the serenity of forests and lakes, Kamshet has interesting temples and historical sites to amaze you.
From Delhi – Triund
Triund (Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh) is a lovely ‘trekking’ getaway from Delhi. I’m sure it would be a memorable experience to trek in the midst of beautiful surroundings – the divine Dhauladhar Mountains on one side and the scenic Kangra valley on the other. The region has many activities in store for your intrepid spirit. But, make sure you are well equipped for the trip and stuff like keychain multi tool come handy when in need.
From Bangalore – Madikeri
The aroma of coffee at Madikeri can’t wait to rejuvenate you. Madikeri, in Karnataka, is a nature retreat mingled with some British nuances. I’d like to be there just to sip coffee straight from the farm, gaze the craggy landscapes and wander through its forests and peculiar villages.
From Kolkata – Bishnupur
Bishnupur, in West Bengal, is a fascinating town near Kolkata ideal for travellers looking for art and culture. It’s renowned for its unique terracotta temples and Baluchari sari. I’m really keen on capturing the artistic beauty of Bishnupur through my lens.
From Chennai – Yelagiri
Yelagiri is a great escape from the heat of Chennai for it’s a place of natural treasures – mountain views, lakes and cascading waterfalls. It’s an ideal place for picnickers and nature lovers. But, I’d like to visit it for its villages and tribal folk. It would be interesting to learn about their way of life – customs and culture.
From Ahmedabad – Kumbhalgarh
Kumbhalgarh, in Rajasthan, is one place where I definitely want to go for its obvious mystical grandeur and enchanting history. Besides the regal charm of the Kumbhalgarh Fort, there’s so much more to see and experience in Kumbhalgarh, such as 360 temples and palaces within the fort, the view of the Thar Desert from atop the fort walls, and Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary in close proximity.
So, WHERE are you planning your next long weekend?
Note: This post is written in collaboration with OlaCabs.
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