Travellers who love to travel out of the ordinary, for them
nothing is more thrilling and relaxing than to travel with windows down and
group of buddies. The best ways to discover and explore the beauty, immensity
and diversity of India are the road trips through the villages, towns and
cities of India. From north to south, east to west, India proffers a number of road trips that you must take once in
your life span.
Here in this article we bring to you 10 most adventurous road trips in India. If you are a
travel freak than one among these will definitely be your next destination to
explore.
1. 1. Chennai to Pondicherry Road Trip
The route which is very popular among
travellers to cover the Chennai to Pondicherry trip is the ECR (East Coast
Road). This road runs along the coastline of Bay of Bengal and in the whole
time of travel the sea will be alongside and proffers breathtaking views. In
this windy road trip, you will travel via Mahabalipuram (which is a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site), Kalapakkam (which is a nuclear facility center), Idaikkazhinadu
(popular for Alamparai Fort), Marakkanam (having salt pans of big size) and
Mudaliarkuppam (having boat house & facilities of water sports). Keep a good quality
camera with you to capture some beautiful photos of these locations.
Travel
time: It takes 3 to 4 hours to cover the trip.
Travel
Distance & Road: Via ECR the distance is 155 kms
Via
NH32 the distance is 167 kms
Best
Time: Though you can take this trip all through the year, yet the perfect
time will be from October to February. During this time, the weather &
temperature both remains pleasant.
2. 2. Bangalore to Ooty Road Trip
This is among the best road trips for the nature lovers. The entire trip from
Bangalore to Ooty offers you blossoming greenery and picturesque landscapes of
the Nilgiri Ranges that change with every mile you cross. In this route you
will come across the verdant forests of Bandipur and the ancient spots of
Mysore. The splendid waterfalls, lucid lakes, acres of tea plantation and
mystical weather make this trip worth experiencing. You will get many food
joints like Café coffee day on your way.
Travel
Time: It takes 6 to 7 hours to get to Ooty from Bangalore.
Travel
Distance & Route: The distance covered is 280 kms via Mysore Road.
3. 3. Gangtok to Nathula Pass via Tsomgo
Lake Road Trip
This is the road trip in the north-eastern part of India and is among the most
enthralling trips which you should take without a second thought. In this trip
you can witness the pure and unexplored beauty of the northeast. The adventure
of this high altitude road trip is matchless. On the way from Gangtok to Nathula Pass you
can stop at Tsomgo Lake also recognized as Changu Lake. Here you can click some
memories of the trip and also have some tea (made of Yak milk) and snacks.
Travel
Time: It takes 2 to 3 hours to reach Nathula Pass.
Travel
Distance & Route: The total distance covered is 60 kms via Jawaharlal
Nehru road.
Best
Time: The best times are from February to April and from September to
November.
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Gangtok to Nathula Pass |
4. Shillong to Cherrapunji Road Trip
This route has become a recently popular
road trip which is off-the-chart picturesque. This journey via the breezy curvy
roads, verdant forests and serene Khasi Hills will leave you speechless. On
your way from Shillong to Cherrapunji you can see the majestic waterfalls, unharmed caves of
Meghalaya and the drizzles of the wettest place in India, Cherrapunji. Small food joints are available to keep your
belly calm.
Travel
Time: It is a small trip of 1 to 2 hours.
Travel
Distance & Route: The total distance covered is 56 kms via SH 5.
Best
Time: The pleasant time to experience this short yet worthy trip is from
October to May.
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Shillong to Cherrapunji |
5. 5. Guwahati to Tawang Road Trip
This thrilling hilly terrain road trip from
the capital city of Assam, Guwahati to Tawang, a town in Arunachal Pradeshcannot be expressed in words. This is a lengthy and high altitude trip of
nearly 2700 meters above sea level. Though the roads are rough yet the view of
the snow covered Himalayas make this trip worth experiencing. Make a stopover
at Tezpur (which is small town in Assam) to witness the culture and history of
Assam or you can halt in the Dirang village and visit the 500 years archaic
Ngingmapa and Kalchakra Gompas to see the Budhism Cultures. Do try the
mouth-watering momos at the food stalls on the way.
Travel
Time: This trip takes 14 to 15 hours to reach Tawang.
Travel
Distance & Route: It covers 500 kms via Chauriduar-Tawang road
And covers 450 kms via NH 13
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6. 6. Delhi to Shimla Road Trip
The road from Delhi to Shimla, nestled amid
the snow clad Himalayan ranges is among those adventure trips which every
travel freak should take once in their lifetime. You can go for this small
weekend trip to the Queen of Hills from the hustle and bustle of the Delhi city
and enjoy to the fullest. The journey through the curved roads, clear blue
skies and the spectacularly majestic mountains make this trip unforgettable.
Travel
Time: In a small time of 7 to 8 hours you can reach Shimla from Delhi.
Travel
Distance & Route: Via NH 44 and NH 5 the distance is 350 kms.
7. 7. Manali to Leh Road Trip
The travellers who are passionate about
photography will definitely love this apparently eternal road trip. The sublime
locations of this road are captured in a large number of Bollywood movies. Though
driving in the turns and twists of the Manali-Leh highway is little difficult
and need experienced hands yet you will love this thrill and adventure. You
need to acclimate yourself before reaching Leh, which is at an elevation of
3500 meters above sea level, so, halt for sometime at Keylong or at Sarchu to
relax in this nature’s paradise.
Travel
Time: This lengthy road trip takes 14 to 15 hours to reach Leh.
Travel
Distance & Route: the distance is nearly 480 kms through Leh-Manali
Highway.
Best
Time: The best period to take this audacious trip is from June to September.
Remaining time the roads remain closed by snow.
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Manali to Leh |
8. Delhi to Jaipur Road Trip
This road is the busiest and well
maintained roads in India. While
driving amid the Aravalli Ranges and the colorful Rajasthani cultures, you can
witness the beauty of diversity in India. This trip from the Indian Capital to
the pink city of Rajasthan will undoubtedly make you spellbound. Both small and
big food joints are available throughout the journey to enjoy some lip-smacking
Rajasthani cuisines and to capture the views.
Travel
Time: 5 to 6 hours travel time is needed to reach Jaipur.
Travel Distance & Route: you have to cover about 280 kms through NH 48.
Best Time:
This road trip can be experienced all through the year but it better to
skip the summer time from May to September as the temperature remains very hot
and dry in this time.
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Delhi to Jaipur |
9. 9. Ahmedabad to Kutch Road Trip
A trip from Ahmedabad to the desert of
white salt, Kutch will give you enough opportunities to enjoy the rich culture
and art of the people of Gujarat. For travel lovers and Bike riders this road
trip is a very unique experience unlike other trips in India. The roads are
very well-maintained and busy as well. To avoid the traffic and enjoy a
hassle-free journey you need to start early for this trip. Make stopovers at WildAss Sanctuary (shelter to approx 3000 asses), Chari Dhand (a paradise for the
bird watchers) and Hodko village to shop some exclusive handicrafts made by the
local Gujaratis.
Travel
Time: It takes approximately 7 to 8 hours.
Travel
Distance & Route: The distance to get to Kutch is 400 kms approx via NH
947.
10. 10. Mumbai to Goa Road Trip
One of the favourite and legendary road trips among the travellers is the
Mumbai to Goa Road trip. This is the best weekend gateway trip for the
Mumbaikars. This is a trip from the busy roads of the metro city towards sand,
sun and scenery. The drive via paddy fields and coconut trees & the
splendid view of the sea changing its colour with the movement of sun is really
awe-inspiring. This route comprises ample delectable options to satisfy your
tummy. Keep your camera ready to capture every beautiful moment which will come
along.
Travel
Time: 10 to 12 hours time is needed to get to Goa from Mumbai.
Travel
Distance & Route: This route covers about 580 kms distance via NH 4.
Best
Time: The pleasant time for this road trip is from September to March.
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Mumbai to Goa |
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