Top Wonderful Spots for Your Romantic Getaway
India, owing to its geographical characteristics, has on offer a plethora of destinations that can be considered as romantic getaways for those looking to spend some quality time with their new found love or those wanting to rekindle romance with their partners through some exhilarating getaways, ranging from hidden waterfalls, mesmerising beach holidays, strolling along aimlessly at a path laden with wildflowers, retreating to tribal camps to staying on the edge of the cliff, the experience to enliven are many. Mentioned below are some of the best romantic getaways in India:
KASAULI
The beautiful pine and cedar forests of Kasauli, a hilly cantonment town, make it count among the most loved hill stations in Himachal. Couples can indulge in trekking and nature walks, shop for local items and relish delectable Pahari food, once here on the package chosen from the Himachal tour packages. Some of the places worth visiting on a Kasauli trip include Monkey Point, Lover’s Lane, Gilbert Trail, and Mall Road.
JIBHI, TIRTHAN VALLEY
Often referred to as a mesmerising “hamlet” situated amidst the lush green forests and surrounded by Kaleidoscopic Mountains, Jibhi is just the right place to relax and spend some peaceful moments with your loved ones, on your honeymoon package selected from the multiple Himachal tour packages. An offbeat place in Himachal Pradesh, Jibhi is untouched by industrialization and surrounded by nature. The dense pine forests, tranquil freshwater lakes and pristine temples make this place worth visiting. The cozy Victorian style cottages available there are an added bonus that would make you feel as if living in the Victorian Period.
POOVAR ISLAND — FLOATING COTTAGES & FRESH MANGROVES
POOVAR IS THE ONLY ESTUARY IN KERALA WHERE LAKE, RIVER, BACKWATERS AND SEA MEET
If you are looking for offbeat places to visit in Kerala, this little island located between the Arabian Sea and the Neyyar River is where you should be heading to! Thus make sure that the package, off the Kerala tour packages selected, is the one that includes a visit to this marvel of a romantic destination. What makes Poovar stand out is that it’s an estuary where the beach, island, river and sea meet. Its golden sands, calm waters, unique flora and fauna make it one of the best tourist places in Kerala
Wake up to the sound of the sea by booking your stay in a floating cottage. Go boating through the dense mangrove forests or simply gaze at the horizon for hours to unwind and de-stress. Many island resorts in Poovar also offer Ayurvedic treatments for your well-being.
Gulmarg
“Heart of Winter Sports in India”
Situated at an altitude of 2730 m above sea level, Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination located in Pir Panjal Range of Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by snow-covered lofty Himalayas, meadows of flowers, deep ravines, evergreen forested valleys, Gulmarg also has the world’s second-highest Gondola ride.
Among one of the top honeymoon destinations for the honeymooners on their India tour package, Gulmarg boasts of being a beautiful town without the crowd like Manali and Shimla. For the adventure buffs on their India Adventure tour package it is worthwhile to know that Gulmarg has also been developed as an adventure hub as Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering is located here. A lot of courses on trekking, mountaineering, skiing, and snowboarding are offered by IISM.
MUSSORIE
The muse of a romantic, a loner’s wonderland and a nature lover’s paradise, the glittering hill station of Mussoorie has always been the favourite of many. Once visited it is difficult to wipe off the memories from your heart as the kaleidoscopic hills will always remind you of this pristine hill station.
It is one of the top hill stations in India, famous for a weekend getaway, and a very popular honeymoon destination, a visit to which is a must include in the Uttarakhand tour package of your related choice.
Located at a distance of 35 kms from Dehradun and 290 km north of New Delhi, at a height of 2005 mts above the sea level, it is also known as the Queen of the Hills. Mussoorie while offering spectacular views of the snow ranges to the north-east, glittering view of the Doon Valley and the Shivalik ranges to the south, an ideal place to visit by honeymooners on their.
MATHERAN
Situated at an altitude of 800 m in the Western Ghats range, Matheran is one of the top monsoon destinations in Maharashtra and among the most popular hill stations near Mumbai & Pune for a weekend or a honeymoon trip, on your India tour package. It is about 94 km from Mumbai, 56 km from Lonavala and 122 km from Pune.
Matheran, which means ‘forest on the forehead’, is an eco-sensitive region declared by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India. It is Asia’s only automobile-free hill station, and ideally suited for honeymooners. It is famous for its 38 viewpoints, which provide panoramic views of the Western Ghats. Porcupine Point, Panorama Point, Echo Point, Charlott Lake, King George Point, Louisa Point, Monkey Point, Paymaster Park, Panthers’ Caves, Rambaug Point
Bogmalo Beach — Truly Picture-Perfect
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Bogmalo Beach is known for its buzzing shores and also its charming tranquility during the evenings. It is one of the most romantic places to visit in Goa for couples, planning to visit here while availing a honeymoon package off the Goa tour packages. It is preferred by those planning to explore the lively beach shacks with their partners, or indulge in water sports together. It is also for the couples who wish to soak in eternal romance admiring the natural splendour.
TSO MORIRI LAKE
A remote lake, compared to the other lakes in Leh-Ladakh, Tso Moriri Lake is the largest alpine lake in India. Fewer tourists visit this lake due to its remote location, harsh climate prevailing here, and rough roads.
The lake is a beauty to behold, with its blue waters, surrounding mountainous landscape, and open sky, making it an ideal location for a couple on a honeymoon trip on the Leh-Ladakh tour packages. Camping here, and sleeping under the starry night sky, is a must-do activity near the lake.
GANGTOK
Gangtok is one of the most popular tourist places in Northeast India that is visited by honeymooners and adventure lovers alike, on availing the Northeast tour packages. Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is a base to number of Himalayan treks. There are a number of must visit attractions in Gangtok that should be included in your itinerary like Baba Mandir, Nathu La, Gurudongmar Lake, etc
NONGRIAT VILLAGE
Nongriat Village is famous for the Double Decker living Roots Bridge, it is one of the most amazing places to visit in Northeast of India. You will be amazed to see the natural entanglement of the roots with man-made enhancements, while on your Northeast tour packages. There is no other place like Double Decker living Roots Bridge.
PARO
“Home to the Tiger’s Nest of Bhutan”
Paro is a small town situated in the Paro Valley of Bhutan. Other than being one of the most fertile as well as historic valley of Bhutan it is also the widest in the Kingdom. A home to 155 temples and monasteries dating back to the 14th century it houses Bhutan’s sole international airport, the Paro Airport, the largest International Airport of Bhutan, which has catered to numerous tourists who visit this region, incidentally it is also known to be the most challenging airport to land on.
With a mesmerising landscape, and dotted with traditionally built houses as well as paddy fields, which you will need to see to believe, when travelling on a suitable package off the Bhutan tour Packages. It is also the home to one of the iconic monasteries of Bhutan — The Tiger’s nest or the Taktsang, which is situated over a cliff in Paro. Apart from this, there are numerous sites that are worth visiting, from Monasteries to Museums like the Rinpung Dzong, National Museum of Bhutan and the Paro weekend Market for the shopaholics.
THIMPHU
“Third Highest Capital of the World”
Thimphu is known as the heart of Bhutan nestled in its central-western part. Replaced by Bhutan’s ancient capital — Punakha, Thimphu was declared the capital city of the Himalayan Kingdom in the year 1961. Originally pronounced as ‘Thimbu’, the city is known as the most modernized place in Bhutan with internet cafes, restaurants and pubs.
The Nightlife in Thimphu is also one of its highlights. However, Thimphu still holds on to the Bhutanese Traditions as it houses various architectural structures like the Buddha Dordenma, which marks your entry to Thimphu. The Motithang district of Thimphu also preserves the national animal of Bhutan — The Takin. An hours drive from Paro International Airport, having availed the Bhutan tour packages, the city of Thimphu, you will see, is a blend of both tradition and modernity. It is also known as the only capital that doesn’t have any traffic lights installed.
The above are only some of the places for an exhilarating experiences that will leave you with a hunger form more.
