It’s not always possible to escape your routine life & take that long vacation, which is when road trips become a saviour! With Diwali long weekend just around the corner, a road trip is a must!
Think empty roads, wind in your hair, your favourite music blasting from the stereo and your friends to give you company! Daydreaming already? We have found the best places to go by road from Delhi. Read on:
Agra
Thanks to the Yamuna Expressway, Agra is just 2-3 hours away from Delhi! The best part of this road trip is that this road is a pleasure to drive on. It’s newly built & offers a smooth ride. This 232 kilometre long road makes for the best road trips! If you go in the monsoons or winters, even better! A Taj Mahal trip is inevitable once you’re in Agra. One of the seven Wonders of the World, the Taj is a beauty!
Distance from Delhi: 232 kilometres
Time take to reach: 3 hours
Neemrana Fort Palace
This grand palace is a must visit for everyone, specially the ones living in Delhi. This property is spread over a large area & one can spend a long time just exploring the exquisite property. There’s a feel of royalty to all the rooms here. Even though it might be a little on the expensive side, it’s worth it!
Distance from Delhi: 120 kilometres
Time taken to reach: 2.5 hours by NH-8
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The adventurous kind will love a road trip to the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. The best time to visit is August to November when the birds are breeding or October to February, when a lot of migratory birds come here. Don’t forget your camera when going here to capture some amazing shots of birds. A short vacation here will leave you refreshed!
Distance from Delhi: 182 kilometres.
Time taken to reach: 3 hours & 40 minutes
Damdama Lake
Are you aching to see rivers? There’s a beautiful lake just 60 kilometres from Delhi! Damdama lake has a lot to do if you take a one day trip to this place. From para sailing, rock climbing to trekking; you can take your pick!
Distance from Delhi: 60 kilometres
Time taken to reach: 1 hours & 30 minutes
So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets on Paytm, at the cheapest price, and get packing for your trip!
