Wednesday, 7 September 2016

5 Best Road Trips to take this Fall



Everyone loves to go on road trips, especially in autumn. Feeling the cool breeze and viewing the beautifully coloured leaves are the best part of these road trips. Whether you go in a car or on a bike, road trips are an amazing way of travelling long distances. Let’s have a look at some of the best road trips that you can take during the fall.


1. Dehradun to Nainital


One of the most famous routes among all travellers is the 273km long route from Dehradun to Nainital. The most exciting part of this route is the greenery and mountains all along the ride. It will take you almost 7 hours from Dehradun to reach Nainital. You will have to start your journey from the Jhanda Mohalla, passing by the Gauri Shankar Temple on your way. During this journey, you will have to pass through the Dhampur Bypass and finally end your journey at Sherwani in Nainital. You will love riding on this route especially with your friends as the roads are smooth and go zigzag.

2. Srinagar to Leh


If you want to capture the beauty of Kashmir and Leh, then the best way would be a road trip. You will have to take the NH1, starting from Kashmir, passing through the Zoji La Pass and end your journey at Leh. Now you must be thinking that why should you go through this pass. Well, the answer is simple; this 9 km long pass will give you the most breath taking view of the Himalayan Ranges. Unlike other routes, this one has rugged roads, so you shouldn’t expect a smooth ride. Autumn is usually considered the best time for this road trip as it won’t be too cold and you can have a comfortable ride. Also, it is advisable that you opt for a car instead of a bike as it would be safer that way.

3. Guwahati to Tawang


When it comes riding through dangerous roads from Guwahati to Tawang, it’s better to opt for a car instead of a bike. The road on this route is quite bumpy and weathered but the scenic beauty that you get to see is quite thrilling. When you start your journey, you will get to see the frozen Sela Pass and the Lake. The 553 km long route will not only let you explore the beauty of North East, but also show you some of the most beautiful monasteries in India. Make sure that the car (or bike) that you are riding in has strong tyres as this route is infamous for tyre punctures due to its rough roads.

4. Bangalore to Munnar


The ride from Bangalore to Munnar can be full of exquisite surprises. Once you start your journey, you will witness some magnificent waterfalls, tea gardens and windmills. Start your journey from Bangalore, passing through Hosur, Salem, Chinar and finally end it at Munnar. You will be surprised to see the well-maintained highways during your journey with the coconut trees on the sides. The best part of taking this road trip in the fall is that you will be able to explore the most awe-inspiring scenic beauty ever. Do not forget to stop on your way, to relish the most unbelievable South Indian cuisines of all time.

5. Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh


If you want to take a break from the hustle-bustle of the city life, you must take a road trip from Delhi to Rishikesh, covering Haridwar. You can visit the Chandi Devi Temple at Haridwar and take a ride in the Udan Khatola too. Do not forget to take a bath at the Har ki Pauri in Haridwar. After the bath, continue your road trip to Rishikesh, which will only take you half an hour. Also, at Rishikesh, you can visit the Parmarth Ashram and enjoy watching the sunset on the banks of River Ganga.

Whether you want to travel solo on a bike or have an adventurous road trip with your buddies, these given routes can guarantee a great time for you. Autumn leaves, you know they are out there and now you know where!