10 Best Road Trips in India
What else would be more exciting than hitting the roads with a group of friends in tow, the windows down and loud music. Planning a road trip in countries like India, so colossal and diverse amps up your excitement to the next level. What I like most about the road trips is that you don’t need to go for any advance booking of ticket and you simply have to pack your bags and start the engine and you are all set to go for the holiday.
Those who are looking for an enthralling road trip anytime soon shall keep on scrolling down the pages to check out some of the best suggestions on the best road trips in India.
Manali- Leh Highway
Manali to Leh is the most popular road trip in India, the road is open for all whether you travel by car or by bike, the ride is spectacular. This Ride through the stunning snow-clad hills and mountains, tough terrains, and through some of the high altitude passes. Outdo of Barlacha La, Rohtang Pass, the rivers Beas and Chandra, and stunning scenery will welcome you. Throughout the route, popular stops are Sarchu and Keylong.
- Distance: 478 km
- Time taken: 2 days
- Easy tip– The road welcomes all for about 5 months a year mostly during summers and mid-October. The elevation increases to 3 to 4 km above sea level after Sarcha and the road situation also get worsens so make sure you have all the prerequisites required with you.
Also Check Out: Manali to Leh Ladakh Bike Trip
Mumbai to Goa
Undoubtedly, a road trip from Mumbai to Goa is an absolute Goa especially for bike enthusiasts. Explore the winding roads, narrow curves, and the irresistible sites falling en-route and get to know about innumerable cultures and traditions. Set your sunblock and flip-flops and take a trip to the land of sun and sand from Mumbai.
- Distance– 610 km
- Time taken– 10 hours approx
- Easy tip– The road alongside the NH-17 is very smooth. Depart from Mumbai early in the morning and arrive at Goa before the parties begin! There are a number of food joints and the scenic beauties to stay your heart and stomach full.
Chennai to Munnar
Let the wheels spin all the way through smooth roads around Munnar the ‘Green Capital’ of the country, and you will never be mistaken! The mountainous terrains, passes from side to side the lush tea-gardens, picturesque landscapes and the difficult turns and twists in this road trip will keep your impulse living.
- Distance– 600 km
- Time taken– 10 hours.
- Easy tip – For Chennai to Munnar- avoid going in the rainy season and beware of the rock falls during this time.
Delhi to Agra
Explore the eternal saga of love, royalty, and the rural allure of rustic life in Agra with this road trip. If you have sufficient driving stamina, you can visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and approach back to Delhi by late night.
- Distance– 165 KM
- Time taken– 2 hours plus one hour from Delhi to Yamuna expressway.
- Easy tip—unluckily, there are no eating points on the expressway. So, make sure you are in full stock.
Jaipur to Jaisalmer
Stopover at the ‘Golden City’ that lies at the centre of the great Thar Desert and observe its flawless beauty like never before with a road journey to Jaisalmer. The path from Jaipur to Jaisalmer is spread with small villages and towns that will greet you with open arms, lively colours and delicious food.
- Distance– 570 km
- Time taken – 9 hours.
- Easy tip– Do make a visit at Kumbhalgarh to stopover the Kumbhalgarh Fort and the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary.
Ahmedabad to Kutch
To the land, which is desolate and whitely adorned by vibrant people, Kutch is a ground of contrasts. An unforgettable drive from Ahmedabad to the town will give you an opportunity to discover the Rann of Kutch and precious local handicrafts. In this trip; you can stop at the much-admired Sabarmati Ashram that was documented by Mahatma Gandhi and finally land up in the middle of nowhere. Yes! That’s the great Runn of Kutch.
- Distance -400 km
- Time taken– 7 hours.
- Easy tip– Have a break at Hodko village in Kutch to shop for some local handicrafts.
Delhi to Dehradun
This beguiling road trip from the capital of the nation is one of the finest trips to discover the paranormal beauty of the Garhwal district. A combination of fun, adventure and appeal, this trip is also one of the chief undertaken trips in India.
- Distance– 250 km
- Time taken– 5 hours.
- Easy tip– This route is prone to traffic jams at several places. Have patience.
Jaipur to Ranthambore
With mustard grasslands and unlock spaces spotting the highway, the drive from Jaipur to Ranthambore is beautiful. If the assurance Ranthambore offers – a date with the tiger – isn’t thrilling enough, the drive all the way through small villages and roadside dhabas that present tasty Rajasthani cuisine should be worth the trip.
- Distance– 180 kms.
- Time taken– 4 hours.
- Easy tip– Do try some ‘Dal bati’ at a roadside Dhaba near Tonk.
Also Check Out: Rajasthan Tour Packages
Bangalore to Ooty
One of the most astonishing and exhilarating road trips in all of South India where you can enjoy capturing the eye-catching views of the undulating hills, glimmering lakes, and lush green valleys. The unravelled natural exquisiteness of Ooty allures thousands of nature lovers and the adventure enthusiasts.
- Distance– 266 kms.
- Time taken– 5 hours
- Easy tip– To add more fun and flavor to this road trip , you should binge on the delicacies at the restaurants near Channapatna. You should also have prior knowledge about the history of the places so that when you visit them you enhance your learning.
Delhi to Manali
The great stretch of the Himalayas and the smooth cottony clouds merge in the most appealing route and the chilly winds in your hair make for the most inspiring of experiences. A bike ride maybe even superior, sometimes. For all the road runners, try these thrilling and amazing road trips in India towards the legendary destinations to enjoy more with additional comfort.
- Distance– 538 kms
- Time taken– 10 hours.
- Easy tip– Pay out some time appreciating the beauty of waste at Rock Garden in Chandigarh.