India is a home to beautiful travel destinations, promising travel lovers best of adventure and fun. Do you love to ride a bike with your favourite music on, while witnessing serene countrysides that India offers? Then you should definitely check out this list which presents the best road trips in India!
1.Bollywood’s favourite ‘Manali to Leh Highway’
Total distance : 479 km
Total travel time : 2 days
National Highways : Leh Manali Higway
Road tripping from Manali to Leh has always been Bollywood’s favourite! Whether it is the hero singing songs for his heroine while riding his bullet, or heroine flying her dupatta in the air enjoying every beat of the song! Bollywood never fails to describe the beauty of Manali to Leh highway drive. Driving on dark grey moist road while crossing the snowy hills, this road trip is like a dream come true.
The total distance is 479 km and the road lies at an average altitude of 3 to 4 km above the sea level. The road condition enables safe driving. The roads remains accessible from summers until mid October. The journey requires two days. There is also one stop over to take rest and relax.
2. Picture perfect ‘Vizag to Araku Valley’
Total distance : 116 km
Total travel time : 3 hrs
The view of giant seas of the Bay of Bengal, mixing with majestic Eastern Ghats is just breath taking. The weekend perfect road trip under the grey sky, offers a wonderful experience. The charm of Vizag along with curvy roads of Araku Valley and the fragrance of flora makes your drive even more exciting.
October to March make a favourable time for this trip. The distance is 116 km and one can also enjoy Borra Caves and Tatipudi Reservoir on the go.
3. Weekend favourite ‘Mumbai To Pune Expressway’
Total distance : 93 km
Total travel time : 2 hours
National Highway : Mumbai Pune Expressway
Lonavala is Mumbaikars favourite road trip destination. Well, who would not like to go to a place, full of mountains, cool breeze and lush greenery? One should not miss the local favourite chikki fruit during the trip.
The route is 93 km long and is accessible to cabs, buses and private cars. Two wheeler are however, allowed on the old Mumbai Highway. The road is in safe condition. But, driving on new expressway is more preferable.
One can also enjoy popular eateries on the way such as Sunny Da Dhaba and The Kinara Village Dhaba and lot more.
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4. Relaxing road trip ‘Manali to Shimla’
Total distance : 250 km
Total travel time : 4 hours
Amidst the hills along the curving roads, this trip offers once in a lifetime experience. Enjoying the sound of river Beas while witnessing lush greenery, the road is picture perfect. Don’t forget to put your feet in the icy cold water and take selfies. The road offers safe and comfortable ride.
5. Challenging trip Guwahati to Tawang
Total distance : 520 km
Total Travel time : 10 hours
The drive is challenging yet worthy for those who love travelling long distances. The total distance is 520 km and time required is 10 hours. However, there are several nice places to stop and relax. Visiting the beautiful mountainous terrain gives us sheer pleasure.
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