Winter is coming! Here we bring you 7 amazing and gorgeous destinations in India that will turn all white in this winter season.
1.Mashobra “The Quieter Shimla”
Mashobra is only 10 kms away from Shimla. It takes 1 to 1.5 hours to reach Mashobra from Shimla. You can witness views of Shivalik range from Mashobra. You can choose to travel by a wide variety of ways to get here but the best way to reach Mashobra comfortably is by train.
To begin your journey from Delhi first take a train from Delhi to kalka (Distance between Delhi Kalka is 4.5 hours) then take a cab from Kalka train station to Mashobra.
NOTE: You can even book your cab for your entire trip from Kalka that will cost you Rs 2000 a day.
Activities to do in Mashobra
- Paragliding
- Rappelling
- Skiing
- Quad biking
- River rafting
- Biking
2. Dharamkot “Mini Israel”
Dharamkot is a small hippie village near Mcleodganj. Since 1917, Israel’s are living in this village. You can choose to travel by a wide variety of ways to get here but the best way to reach Dharamkot comfortably is by bus.
The distance from Delhi to Dharamkot is 480 kms. You can take a bus From Delhi which will take 11 hours to reach Dharamkot. You can then take a cab from the bus station and even book it for your entire trip.
Activities to do in Dharamkot
- Trek to Triund
- Café- hopping
- Hike to Naddi
- Pottery class
- Lear Yoga and meditation
3. Auli
Auli also known as “Auli Bugyal” is in Uttarakhand, India. Auli is 517 km away from Delhi. It is a hiking and ski destination in Uttarakhand. It is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests and enchanting views of the Himalayas.
The best way to each Auli is that you first take a train from Delhi to Haridwar (distance-229 km) then take a bus from Haridwar to Joshimath (280 km). Now to reach Auli from Joshimath you have two options. You can either go by ropeway or by taxi.
Activities to do in Auli
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Kuari Pass Trek
- Helicopter ride to Nanda Devi National Park
- Ropeway ride
- Auli Gorson Trek
- Visit Trishul peak
- Hike to Kwani Bugyal
Read more: Tourist Places To Visit In Mechuka (2022) (tripcrafters.com)
4. Mechuka
Mechuka is a small town in Arunachal Pradesh. It has a pollution of just 4000 people. This place was earlier a part of Tibet till 1959 but after that it became a part of India. The nearest airport to Mechuka is Lilbari or Mohanbari and the nearest railway station is in Murkongselek.
You can also travel to Mechuka by road. After reaching Itanagar there will be two routes to access. One leads through Pasighat and the other leads through Silapathar. It is recommended to take the Pasighat route.
Activities to do in Mechuka
- Crossing the hanging bamboo bridges
- Hiking at Menchuka La Hill
- Trekking in Rinjinling
- Enjoy the Adventure Festival
5. Dhanaulti
Dhanaulti is just 329 km (6 hours 40 mins) away from Delhi. The fastest way to reach Dhanaulti is by air in just 3 hours and 7 minutes whereas the second fastest way is by train in just 6 hours 43 minutes.
Both the airplane and the train will take you to Dehradun and from there you can take a taxi or a bus to Dhanaulti.
Activities to do in Dhanaulti
- Zip lining
- Zip swinging
- Paragliding
- Skating
- Quad biking
- Boating
- Rock climbing
- Rappelling
- Mountain biking
6. Manali
It is the most famous hill station of India. As Manali does not have an airport or a railway station of its own it is best to travel to Manali by road. Manali is 551 km from Delhi. You can travel by bus or can also rent a taxi to reach Manali.
Activities to do in Manali
- Paragliding
- Rafting
- Trek to Bhrigu Lake
- Skiing
- Ropeway ride
- Hike to Beas kund
- Hampta Pass Trek
- Chandratal Lake trek
- Trek to Deo Tibba base camp
- Prashar lake trek
- Bijli Mahadev Trek
- Patalsu Peak trek
- Zorbing
- Mountain biking
- Sulphur water bath at Manikaran
- Yak ride
- Chandrakhani pass trek
7. Gulmarg
Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination and a prominent town of Kashmir. It has also been the shooting location of many Bollywood films like “Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani”, “Jab Tak Hai Jaan”, “Highway”,” Haider” and many more. Gulmarg is 848 km away from Delhi.
Due to the prolonged distance, it is recommended to take a flight from Delhi to Srinagar which takes only 1 hour 30 mins. You can take a taxi from Srinagar to Gulmarg which will take approx. 2 hours.
Activities to do in Gulmarg
- Playing Golf
- Gandola ride
- Skiing
- Sledding
- Riding snowmobile
- Zorbing
- Winter festival
- ATV ride
- Pony Ride
- Trek to Alpather lake and Baba Reshi Shrine
“Kashmir has always been more than a mere place. It has the quality of an EXPERIENCE, or a state of mind, or perhaps an ideal.” Jan Morries
Read more: Kashmir Best Place To Visit In Winter – Asiana Times
