2017
has arrived and so has the holidays and weekends that means more fun and
wonderful times exploring whole new destinations. Home to numerous enticing
destinations and wonderful weekend escapes, India tourism offers a whole lot of
opportunities to travelers. Have a look at some of the topmost destinations you
can explore with holiday packages in India for family.
1. All Roads end here: Lachung-
Yumthang and the Zero point, Sikkim:
Nearest
Airport: Bagdogra Airport
The
abode of unmatched beauty and serenity, the Lachung- Yumthang and Zero point
are some of the most surreal places worthy a visit in India. The snow clad
ranges, gushing Teesta River, and the breathtaking valley-North Sikkim is here
to entice you in every possible manner. The picturesque journey from Lachung to
Yumthang makes the entire escape more worthy. Moreover, you can also enjoy a
visit to the last outpost of civilization- Zero Point and take a dip at Yumthang’s
hot water springs.
2. Reminisces of past: Hampi,
Karnataka:
Nearest
Airport: Bengaluru and Bellary
The
capital of the legendary Vijayanagar Empire and a famous UNESCO world heritage
site, Hampi is one of the most magnificent destinations in the state of
Karnataka with an appealing history. Home
to more than 500 heritage monuments and the famous Virupaksha temple-believed
to be the place where Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati got married, Hampi is simply
amazing. Don’t miss to take a ride on the bowl shaped boat named Dongri on the Tungabhadra
River.
3. Adventurous vacation: Kolad,
Maharashtra:
Nearest
Airport: Mumbai
Want
to add some adventure to your escape? Well! Kolad is here with its amazing rafting
opportunity. The 14 kilometre long river
stretch is full of rapids offering some of the most amazing water rafting
opportunities. Moreover, you can also enjoy some amazing activities like river
zip line crossing, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, paragliding, mountain
biking, rappelling, and waterfall rappelling. And, if you wish to stretch some
muscles, then take up a trekking trip.
4. Time Travel: Sanchi, Madhya
Pradesh:
Nearest
airport: Bhopal
A
small hamlet in Madhya Pradesh, Sanchi is an archeologist’s muse featuring Buddhist
monasteries & stupas dating back to the reign of the Ashoka the great. The
rich carvings and amazing structures tells the century old story behind their
existence. The oldest structure here is The Great Stupa (a UNESCO world
heritage site)-constructed around the 3rd century BC by Ashoka the Great.
5. In the clouds: Auli, Uttarakhand:
Nearest
Airport: Dehradun
One
of the best locations for skiing, Auli played host to the First SAF winter
games in 2011 and is one of the most frequented destinations for winter sports.
Located in the district of Chamoli in the region of Garhwal, the wonderful destination
with the most magical surroundings is a great place to consider for your winter
vacations and the most amazing views of the Himalayan region.
6. Beauty and the Birds:
Bharatpur-Rajasthan:
Nearest
Airport: Delhi and Agra
Home
to the famous Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, massive palaces, impressive forts, and magnificent
monuments, Bharatpur is another great destination for a perfection vacation. A
paradise for bird watchers, the Bharatpur bird sanctuary is a perfect
destination for a weekend plan with your buddies.
7. Largest Water Lagoon: Chilika Lake,
Orissa:
Nearest
airport: Bhubaneswar
Located
in the state of Orissa, the Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lagoon
in the Asia. A part of coastal Orissa, the islands of Sanakida, Kalijai,
Tampara, Parikud, Phulbari, Honeymoon, Nuapara, and others offers a great
experience via boat trips. Home to more than 160 species including sea eagles,
golden plovers, ospreys, sand pipers, pelicans, flamingos, shovellers and
gulls, the Chilika is a heaven for bird lovers. During winters many migratory
birds from as far as Siberia, Iran, and Central Asia migrate here.
8. Gods own Country: Kovalam, Kerala:
Nearest
Airport: Trivandrum
Kerala,
the God’s Own country is home to some of the most amazingly breathtaking
destinations for a vacation. The lovely backwaters, quaint hill stations, magnificent
beaches, and amazing wildlife highlights makes Kerala a one stop destination
for travelers. Also, the destination offers century old Ayurvedic treatments
and yoga therapies to help you rejuvenate your senses.
So,
where are you heading to this long weekend?? How about these aforementioned
destinations? Let us know your favorite place in the comment section below.
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