Places to Visit

27 Best Places to Visit in India by Road

Riding through the long roads is a dream of every person whether they drive a car or ride a bike.  You can get a taste of the thrill in India, where numerous destinations can be reached through road. If you are all set to start your journey for those never ending road trips, choose from these preferred destinations for a road trip of a lifetime:

27 Top Destinations to Visit in India in 2021

Places to Visit in the Far East India

1. Tawang Monastery

Tawang is one of the most beautiful places to visit in April in East India, where you will be surrounded by natural beauty. As you drive through the roads from Guwahati to Tawang, the spectacular beauty of snow-capped mountains will certainly amaze and entice you. The Tawang monastery houses over 450 monks and is a spectacular tourist destination.

Location: Cona, Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

2. Kaziranga National Park

Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO Heritage Site, which is highly popular for housing one-horned rhinoceros. Apart from spotting rhinos in their natural habitat, you can also find many other animals at this national park including tigers. Kaziranga boasts of the highest density of tigers in the world.

Location: Kanchanjuri, Assam

3. Ziro Valley

You can visit the Ziro Valley to witness the untouched natural beauty, which is truly one of a kind. If you can manage your days in September, you can also attend the three day and night rock concert held annually. It is one of the best places to visit in India for 4 days towards the end of September.

Location: Lower Subansiri, ‎Arunachal Pradesh

4. Nathu La Pass

Your trip to Nathu La Pass is going to be breathtaking as the place is blessed with some astonishing natural beauty. The snow-capped mountains enhance the beauty of the place. You will find some lakes and verdant greenery on the way to Nathu La Pass.

Location: The border area of India (Sikkim) – China (Tibet Autonomous Region)

5. Cherrapunji

Land yourself up in Cherrapunji to experience the unstoppable rain and visit the very popular living root bridges.  To be close to nature, you can even set up a camp under the root bridges. It is also just 15 km away from Mawsynram, the wettest place in the world with the highest rainfall received in India and the world.

Location: Meghalaya

6. Jaintia Hills

Jaintia hills are famous for the limestone deposits and number of caves. This is a favourite destination of the adventure lovers, as once you arrive; you can take part in the cave exploration tours organized there.

Location: Meghalaya

7. Phodong Monastery

Situated in Pelling, Sikkim at a very secluded location, this monastery dates back to the 18th century. The architecture is captivating and the environment around the monastery is very peaceful. You can drive all the way to Pelling from Siliguri without any problem.

Location: Singtam – Chungthang Road, Pelling, Sikkim

Places to Visit in the Colourful West

8. Jaipur

You can reach Jaipur from Delhi in just five hours by road and that makes for a great weekend getaway for Delhi residents. Jaipur is undoubtedly one of the best places to go in April month in West India. However, you must have some time in your hands to explore the many nooks of the city. You will find reminiscent of royals in all over the city.

Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan

9. Jaisalmer

The golden sands, royal castles and havelis, pristine lakes, there are so much that Jaisalmer offers to its tourists. A road journey to this beautiful city through the desert rode can make your tour experience a memorable one.

Location: Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

10. Matheran

A road trip to Matheran is quite popular among the regular tourists. You can reach this lovely place, enveloped in verdant greenery, in just a few hours from Mumbai as well as Pune. You can trek along the trails in this beautiful hill station.

Location: Matheran, Maharashtra

11. Alibaug

Alibaug is located near Mumbai, and you can start early form the city to reach this destination and witness the gorgeous sunrise. You can bask under the Sun at the beach or take a dip in the sea to spend a lovely day here!

Location: Alibaug Beach, Maharashtra

12. Amboli

Ditch the urban chaos by driving to Amboli. All your stress will vanish as soon as you reach the last hill station of Mahasrashtra before the plains of Goa start. The lush greenery in this place is absolutely soothing to the eyes and weather brings a lot of solace to the mind and soul.

Location: Amboli, Maharashtra

13. Deeg

Located near to Bharatpur, Deeg used to be the summer capital resort of the royal family of Bharatpur. Established in 18th century, this place can give you a regal experience, away from the hustling city. While you visit this place, you can also spend some time for Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

Location: Deeg, Rajasthan

14. Goa

Goa does not need an introduction. A party destination and relaxing sandy beaches make Goa one of the most sought after places to visit in April. If you are okay with long drives, you can take a road trip to one of the most happening places in the country.

Location: Goa

Places to Visit in the Mountainous North

15. Dharamshala

The charm in the atmosphere of Dharamshala is undeniable. Pleasant weather, stunning hills and greenery in this hill station will definitely make you fall in love with this place. You can have a glance of the Dalai Lama’s residence here and visit attractions such as Naddi Village, Tsuglagkhang Complex, Bhagsunath, and Kangra Fort.

Location: Dharamshala, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh

16. Dalhousie

Himachal Pradesh is no doubt the best state to visit in April in India, and Dalhousie is one of the places that you can drive from Delhi. Apart from the nature in all its glory, this hill station is also known for the colonial structures from British era that can still be seen here. The major attractions in this place include St. Francis Church Chamba, Katalop Wild Reserve, Dainkund Peak and Panchpula.

Location: Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh

17. Haridwar and Rishikesh

The roads to the twin towns of Haridwar and Rishikesh are in good condition, and you can have a smooth drive to reach these places. These are two visiting places in North India in April month which you can head to as the weather remains pleasant throughout the month and there are adventure activities such as river rafting and Bunjee jumping in Rishikesh.

Location: Haridwar and Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

18. Ladakh

Take Manali highway to reach this extraordinarily beautiful place, Ladakh. It’s tough to get over the striking beauty of pristine lakes and the snow-capped mountains here. You can also indulge into various adventurous activities here.

Location: Ladakh

19. Auli

Being surrounded by the breathtaking mountain ranges in Auli makes it one of the best places to visit in India for couples. You can find snow on the mountains even in this month and the weather will make your stay even better. If you are fond of adventure, you can try skiing here.

Location: Auli, Uttarakhand

20. Shimla

The beauty of Shimla needs no introduction which makes it one of the best places to visit in India in April. The stunning Jakhu Hill, the planned Mall, and even the Christ Church, are worth visiting. While you drive to this hill station, you will come across the mesmerizing beauty of green vegetation. You can visit during winters to enjoy the snowfall here.

Location: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

21. Nainital

Nainital can be your weekend getaway in April and a six hours drive from Delhi can take you this beautiful place known for its pristine lake. The other attractions here where you can visit are Tiffin Top, Naina Devi Temple, Jim Corbett National Park, etc.

Location: Nainital, Uttarakhand

Places to Visit Down South

22. Ooty

Ooty has been maintaining its position as one of the top tourist places in the country since a long time. The natural beauty of this place is hypnotizing. Even the roads that take you to this hill station are beautiful and worth appreciating.

Location: Ooty, Tamil Nadu

23. Lakkidi

Lakkidi is one of the places to visit in south India during the summers. The chilly weather will keep you energized all through your tour. You can indulge into various adventure sports, water sports here.

Location: Lakkidi, Kerala

24. Munnar

Munnar is a treat to the eyes. You can never get enough of the beauty of this place. The lush tea estates, striking hills and gorgeous valleys here must be witnessed by everyone at least once in a lifetime. You can also plan your visit to the highest peak in South India, Anamudi Peak. This is one place where you can reach from Chennai and Bangalore in just a few hours.

Location: Kerala

25. Yercaud

Yercaud is the best place to go in April. This is the perfect place for the adventure lovers as they can explore the mystic hills and caves. The weather remains pleasant during the summers, so you can travel keeping your sweat at bay.

Location: Yercaud

26. Alleppey

This relaxing summer holiday destination is a treat to the sore eyes. Here you can relax in the famed backwaters of Kerala and say goodbye to your fatigue and stress. You can also enjoy the mouth watering cuisine of the land through some very authentic eating options.

Location: Alleppey, Kerala

27. Kodaikanal

If you want to experience the natural beauty of Tamil Nadu, you cant find a better place than Kodaikanal. The name Kodaikanal literally means “Gift of the Forests” and you just need to get here to see why. From natural rock formations to lush greenery and beautiful trails welcome you here.

Location: Madurai, Tamil Nadu

India is a place of unmatched beauty with tourist places as diverse as golden sandy beaches to lush green forests and snow capped mountains. Visiting all the places listed above can be quite a task. This can be made simpler by choosing the Revv self drive car rental services. You can choose a car or even an SUV, based on your needs, the terrain and the number of people travelling. You can simply drive and forget the worries of the world.

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