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India’s Top 10 Most Beautiful Road Trips

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Best road trips in India

Our lives are becoming tougher and tougher every passing day. It doesn’t matter in what profession you are, or, how old you are. To relieve from the day-to-day hustle ‘fresh air’ is something that everyone deserves from time to time. And what’s better than a road trip to go worry-free and give ourselves a new lease of life, de-stress and weave some warmhearted memories along the way. What is more, it is an established fact that if you really want to explore India you have to hit the road, in a car/SUV or on your cruiser bike.

Out of many, here we have handpicked a list of top 10 most beautiful road trips you can plan. And we bet you will not be disappointed.

1. Road Trip From Visakhapatnam To Araku Valley:

Visakhapatnam To Araku Valley

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The graceful meeting point of the Bay of Bengal and the Eastern Ghats in Visakhapatnam (Vizag) is a view worth watching. If you will be visiting this city for the first time you will definitely go ga-ga by its pristine beauty of this merger in the city. Moreover, if you take a trip to Araku Valley, you will fall in love with the beauty of the road. The wavy roads with mild elevation surrounded by the sweet serenity of the hills ensure an incredible road trip in the southern part of the country.

Road trip Araku Valley Visakhapatnam

The road distance is about 114 km. October and March are the best suited time to trip this region. On the way, the other remarkable places to visit are Borra caves and Tatipudi Reservoir.

2. Road Trip From Mumbai To Pune:

Mumbai To Pune

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This is something nearly all local residents of Mumbai and Pune thoroughly enjoy and rate it as an ultimate destination. The amazing Mumbai to Pune expressway is 93 km long. This route is considered as one of the superb road trips in the country. Not disappointing the motorcyclists/bikers, there is an entry of the two-wheelers on old Mumbai-Pune Highway, which is still in fine condition. Moreover, cabs and buses frequently ply on the expressway.

Road trip mumbai pune highway

On the way to Mumbai – Pune, do not forget to feast upon the famous ‘chikki’ of Lonavala hill station. You will without doubt fall in love with the picturesque surroundings and lush green flora and fauna. Likewise, for lip smacking delicacies you can halt at The Kinara Village Dhaba and Sunny Da Dhaba on the Pune-Lonavala stretch.

3. Road Trip From Manali To Leh Highway:

Road trip Manali To Leh Highway

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Starting from Manali the road stretches a length of 473 km to Leh. The road remains open during summers and mid-October for about five months. It takes two days by car with one stop for rest/refreshment and acclimatisation. The fascinating beauty of Manali-Leh road trip is something one should give it a go at least once in his/her lifetime.

Leh ladakh road trip

The magnificence of it cannot be expressed in words. Due to its magnificence, there has been countless film shoots till date (for instance: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Jab We Met) in this area. And one would swear to cruise along the snow surrounded road in an open Gypsy or a cruiser bike. It is just too electrifying!

4. Road Trip From Shimla to Manali:

Road trip Shimla to Manali

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One of the most evergreen favourites of the young and the old is the road trip between Shimla and Manali. It is a 247 km run that requires more than average time to complete the journey due to hilly terrain. The adventurous yet exciting terrain part is something that makes it one of the best road trips in the country.

Road trip india shimla manali

Shimla-Manali via Mandi road trip is an undisputed travel destination for one and all. Moreover, the serenity of River Beas marching alongside provides you with ultimate soothing. At any time you can take a break from driving and play in the ice-cold water of the river. A tour in the lap of Himachal Pradesh without playing in the water during the Shimla-Manali ride will be considered as an offence; wink!

5. Road Trip From Puri to Konark on the NH-203:

Road trip Puri to Konark on the NH-203

At some points, the scenic beauty of Orissa puts many of the East Indian states to shame. The road trip from Puri to Konark via highway is the most mesmerising one and we swear you will drain all battery of your camera or the phone if you undertake photography, as every view seems better than the previous one.

Road trip india puri konark

Be it the implausible canopy created by the trees on both sides of the road, or, the tranquil and soft misty breeze touching your face leaving you awestruck forever. The distance of this memorable trip is pretty short, only of 35.5 km, and can be covered in an hour.

6. Road Trip From Chennai to Pondicherry along the East Coast Road:

Road trip Chennai to Pondicherry along the East Coast Road

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This is one of the most pleasing roads to ride on a cruiser bike. With beautiful road on one side and sea on the other it becomes a sight to behold. It becomes more exquisite when the day grows, as the varying reflection of the sun on the water creates a picturesque view. It takes about 3 hours to complete the stretch of 158 km.

Road trip chennai pondicherry

On the way, you get a chance to pass through Mahabalipuram, the UNESCO declared World Heritage Site, Kalpakkam, famous for nuclear facility, Mudaliarkuppam (here you can enjoy a cool boat house and indulge in water sports activities) and Marakkanam, well-known huge salt pans. Named as one of the most beautiful roads across Chennai, you will not be able to keep yourself away from the candid photography sessions.

7. Road Trip From Guwahati to Tawang:

Road trip Guwahati to Tawang

Visiting northeast India’s two absolute gems Guwahati and Tawang is like a dream come true. The journey from Guwahati to Tawang is no less than a challenge filled with adventure, as it is spread across an extremely beautiful terrain.

Road trip guwahati tawang

The distance between the two is about 508 km and due to terrain route, it takes about more than 10 hours to complete your travel, which includes stops as well. Though the journey distance is long, however with some stops in between you can conveniently pull off the journey.

8. Road Trip From Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake and Nathu-La Pass:

Road trip Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake and Nathu-La Pass

This road trip experience From Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake and Nathu-La Pass that stretches merely 56.4 kms will leave you fascinated for sure. It is actually the largely unexplored region of the northeast in India and considered as the best destinations for road travel in the country. This northeastern road trip is something you should plan right away without thinking too much. Though the hilly terrain creates a sort of challenge, but here the splendour of the road lies in the vagueness of the terrain.

Road trip Sikkim Nathu La Pass

Get the feel of real ecstasy while driving along the mountain ranges. The best suited time for the road trip from Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake aka Changu Lake is in winters.

9. Road Trip From Shimla to Manali via Kinnaur and Spiti:

Road trip Shimla to Manali via Kinnaur and Spiti

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This is another route we would suggest you to Shimla besides the Mandi one aforementioned. You can opt for this route, if the road trip is the ultimate focus of your trip. Here if you wish, you can go passing through Kalpa, Sangla valley and even try higher altitudes of the valley such as Nako, Chango and Ropa for more excitement. The stretch is somewhat long here more than 430 km, and can be covered in 3-4 days time. Don’t trust the Google Maps here. Shimla to Rampur is 130 km with the proper road surface; here Rampur can be your first stop.

Road trip manali kinnaur spiti valley

Then you can cover Rampur to Nako, a distance of 180 km. The road condition is really bad here, however incredibly scenic, and it will take the whole day to cover this part. From Nako to Kaza is another 110 km. Though the roads are bad, but on the way, you will completely fall in love with the beauty of Spiti region. Kaza to Manali via Kunzum La and Rohtang La is the third and last piece of the trip. Although this whole stretch is better than the earlier two parts, however, still road conditions aren’t that good. Again, covering this will consume a full day.

10. Road Trip From Bangalore to Bandipur Forest:

Road trip Bangalore to Bandipur Forest

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The list of amazing road trips in India cannot be complete without a trip taken alongside forest. The Bangalore to Bandipur Forest route can be rated as one of the most beautiful forest route trips in the country. You can also opt for the same route to Ooty from Mysore via. Bandipur National Park. This road trip with friends in a car cannot be less than an adventurously memorable trip.

Road trip bangalore bandipur

You can snap the photographs of the deer casually crossing the road or sitting alongside the road. The stretch is 232 km and can be completed in around 5 hours. On the way, there are many eating joints which comprise of Cafe Coffee Day and McDonalds.

Ankit verma

Author: Ankit verma

2 thoughts on “India’s Top 10 Most Beautiful Road Trips”

  • I am planing for a road trip Mumbai to Kanyakumari cover entire south in 30 days back to Mumbai I and my wife are 63 we plan to cover villages also and explore interior of India

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