Manali To Leh
How to go?
Taking a road trip in self-owned car or self-drive rental will be the best way to go.
DISTANCE :
The shortest distance is around 473 kilometres and would need at least two to three days. The Manali to Leh road passes through Rohtang pass. You will need a permit to cross this pass, which is available at Manali SDM or online.
Manali to Leh Route :
Manali – Rohtang – Gramphu – Kokhsar – Keylong – Jispa – Darcha – Zingzingbar – Baralacha La – Bharatpur – Sarchu – Gata Loops – Nakee La – Lachulung La – Pang – Tanglang La – Gya – Upshi – Karu – Leh
You will also have to get yourself registered at Kokhsar checkpos.
KOCHI / COCHIN TO MUNNAR
Cochin to Munnar is a standout amongst the most wonderful and picturesque travels that you will ever be a part of. You will come across breathtaking and you will see the sceneries changing as you head up the hills.
DISTANCE :
Cochin to Munnar total distance is 125.8 kilometers and it will take 3 hours and 45 minutes to reach from Kochi to Munnar in a self-propelled vehicle.
Places that you should not miss :
Explore the beautiful spice gardens as you head from Cochin to Munnar. The entire drive from Cochin to Munnar is set apart with some striking perspectives on the mountains and the valleys in the middle. To such an extent that the adventure will be finished yet you will feel you didn’t have enough of it.
It is somewhat foggy, somewhat shady and generally a consummately romantic climate. The views are stunning here.
Kerala is world acclaimed for its flavours and home grown oils.
There is a guide present at the grounds of the flavour garden. He will help you stroll through the premises, advancing with information about the distinctive therapeutic plants and flavors – an extraordinary experience!!
One can purchase therapeutic oils made of eucalyptus and different plants, hair oils and cleansers, flavor parcels and so on.
As you head from Cochin to Munnar, the climate changes to an ever increasing extent. It is progressively overcast and colder you near the slopes. ( Just One Route Available )
GUWAHATI TO TAWANG ( ARUNACHAL PRADESH )
IMPORTANT TIP-
The Inner Line Permit (ILP) has to be obtained by everyone (Indians and Foreigners) who enter Arunachal Pradesh.
All tourists should have Inner Line Permits (ILP) or Protected Area Permit (PAP) to enter Arunachal Pradesh. Indian travellers should have ILP and foreigners should have PAP.
ILPs are available in the offices of Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Shillong, Tezpur, Dibrugarh, Lakshmipur and Jorhat.
Distance :
The total distance from Guwahati to Tawang is around 510km and can’t be covered at a stretch. So, you have to make one or two night halts before reaching the final place.
How To GO ? :
Begin your long journey from the largest city of Assam, Guwahati. Hire a taxi or car to carry on this trip.
Guwahati to tezpur – 185km
The first destination of this exciting road trip from Guwahati to Tawang is Tezpur!
Tezpur to bhalukpong – 60km
It will take around 2 hours to reach here. Bhalukpong is a small town where they check ILP (Inner Line Permit). The scenic vistas of Arunachal begins from here.
Bhalukpong – Bomdila : 97km
Bomdila is a picturesque place with a number tourist attractions. Try to visit the Monastery or Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary (cover both if time permits). Halt in Bomdila and the next day go to Dirang!
Bomdilla – Dirang: 43 km
The sight of lofty hills and valleys will make you keep engaged along the trip. This route from Bomdila to Dirang and Dirang to Tawang is a tedious drive.
And finally Tawang
The beauty of Tawang has made it one of the emerging destinations. The colourful Tawang Monastery, Gorichen Peak and Nuranang Waterfalls are some of the tourist places in Tawang.
SPITI VALLEY VIA KINNAUR
🎈Spiti Valley via Kinnaur ( Route )
Shimla route, or you can take the route to Spiti from Manali side.
Distance
The road to Spiti Valley, commonly known as Hindustan Tibet Highway, is a destination in itself and the distance to Spiti valley through Kinnaur is 164 KMS
Best Time :
If you want to travel to Spiti and do the full circuit of exiting Kaza via Manali side, you will have to travel in the months of June to September – October.
TIP– September, in general, is one of the best times to visit Spiti Valley from Kinnaur – Shimla side because roads are pretty much dry and landslides of monsoon settle in Kinnaur Valley.
How to Go?
Three Day Trip on Hindustan – Tibet Highway
- Day 1: Delhi – Narkanda
- Day 2: Narkanda – Reckong Peo or Kalpa or Sangla
- Day 3: Reckong Peo or Kalpa or Sangla – Nako – Tabo (Spiti)
Delhi – Narkanda
Delhi and reach Narkanda by evening where you can relax for the rest of the evening and take overnight rest. After the opening of Panchkula to Parwanoo Toll road, also called Himalayan Expressway, it is quite an easy drive except for jams around Shimla town.
Narkanda – Reckong Peo or Kalpa or Sangla
you can start towards the adventurous journey by first getting down all the way to Rampur where you can halt for the lunch at either of HPTDC Satluj Cafe or HPTDC Bhushahar Regency.
Food is OK and acceptable though not very good.
Once you cross over Bhawanagar then you will start to experience the bad roads throughout Kinnaur Valley.
You can plan to stay at Kalpa which is a bit off from the main highway ahead of Reckong Peo but has many comfortable options of stay available. Or else, you can either plan to stay at Sangla Valley too but it will increase the distance to Tabo on the next day. If you are interested in budget accommodation then you can also opt for a stay at Reckong Peo OR Shongtong Village.
Reckong Peo or Kalpa or Sangla – Nako – Tabo (Spiti)
You can start towards Spiti Valley to either stay at Tabo or Kaza. I always like to stay at Tabo so that I am least bothered by AMS and spend at least three nights at a lower altitude before venturing to the high altitude of Kaza. Another advantage of staying at Tabo is that you can cover Pin Valley or Dhankar Monastery on the next day (Day 4) while traveling from Tabo to Kaza.
BANGLORE TO KODAIKANAL
Kodaikanal is a popular hill station in Tamil Nadu. It is often referred to as the ‘Princess of hill stations’.
Lying on the southern crest of upper Palani Hills near Madurai, Kodaikanal is absolutely charming with its scenic beauty.
While there are many reasons to visit this hill station near Bangalore, but, one of the most compelling reasons is its weather. Once you reach Kodaikanal, you will instantly fall in love with the beauty of the place and the weather that will take away all your stress.
Distance :
The distance between Kodaikanal and Bangalore is about 465 km making it a comfortable travel by car or bus.
It takes roughly about 8 – 11 hours to travel by road.
It is one of the places to go for 2 days trip around Bangalore.
Best Time :
The Best time is June to September
AHMEDABAD TO RANN OF KUTCH
The Rann of Kutch is only white or salt dessert in India, which is located in the Kutch district of Gujarat state.
The Rann of Kutch is famous for its uniqueness and Rann Utsav. Rann Utsav holds each year during three months of the winter season. People all around the world visit Rann of Kutch and enjoy the Rann Utsav.
Distance :
The distance between Rann Utsav to Ahmedabad is 326 km, and if you pick the road as a mode of transportation, then the distance is 413.3 km.
Best Time :
The best time to visit the Rann of Kutch is during the winter season from November to February
GANGTOK TO LACHUNG
Nestled artistically in the lap of the eastern mountain range of the Himalaya, the small city of Lachung is a much sought after tourist destination in the North Sikkim.
How to Go ?
Gangtok – Lachung (118 kms / 6 hrs) ( Total Distance )
Drive to Lachung by surface in a comfortable vehicle. Enroute checkout seven sister waterfall, Singhik view point, Naga waterfall and reach Lachung.
Check-in at the hotel and enjoy overnight stay in Lachung.
Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion (21 kms each side) – Gangtok (118 kms/6 hrs)
Yumthang valley which is known as valley of flowers. This ultimate journey to Yumthang valley is beautiful which takes you to the different world with ice spilling on roads. On the way back visit Rhododendron flower sanctuary and hot springs. Come back to hotel and leave for Gangtok.
MUMBAI TO GOA
Mumbai to Goa road trip can be considered as one of the best road trips in the country where you can experience immense scenic beauty.
Goa is just a 12 hours drive from Mumbai
Route 1:Mumbai to Goa via NH 4
Probably the best route
Total Distance: 590 kms
Total Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (Non stop)
- Mumbai to Pune by the Mumbai-Pune Expressway
- Pune to Satara to Kolhapur to Belgaum (NH4)
- Belgaum to Goa
Route 2: The Bombay Goa Highway via NH 66
Total Distance: 577 km
Total Duration: 12 hours (Non Stop)
Route: Mumbai- Panvel- Pen- Kolad- Khed- Chiplun- Pali- Sawantwadi- Goa