Take a good vacation exploring your dream destination this summer!

It is always nice to take a little bit of time for your family and close ones once in a while and being away from
tiring work. India is blessed with mountains, hills, beaches, exotic forest, and much more places to escape from
a scorching heat wave.

In India, summer starts in the month of April and continues till the end of June.

There are amazing cold places in India for the people those who are looking for a break to enjoy with friends
and family this summer. And of course travelling is the best option to regain energy for work and getting rid of
stress and monotony.

Manali

Manali is one of the most popular hill stations in the country. With jaw-dropping views, lush green forests,
sprawling meadows carpeted with flowers, gushing blue streams, a perpetual fairy-tale like mist lingering in
the air, and a persistent fragrance of pines and freshness - Manali has been blessed with extraordinary scenic
beauty.Clean roads, swaying eucalyptus trees, endearing little eateries, small kitschy local market places, and
cafes which serve delicious local food at unbelievable prices.

Main attractions

Hadimba Temple, Buddhist Monastery, Vashisth Hot Sulphur Spring, Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Club House,
Van Vihar, Manu temple, Mall Road, Nehru Kund, Kothai, Gulaba, Rahala Fall, Marhi, Rani Nala, Manikaran
Sahib

Things to do

River Rafting, Skiing, Paragliding,Trekking, Hiking, Mountaineering, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, River crossing,
Jeep Safari, Motor Cycling, Rock Climbing

Ideal no of days required to Explore Manali : 4 Days

Shimla

Set amidst beautiful hills and mystical woods, Shimla has been a very popular hill-station among Indian families
and honeymooners.The weather is pleasant for most of the months with tourists flocking especially
during the summer months.

Main Attractions

The Ridge, Jakhoo Hill., Mall Road, Kalka – Shimla railway, Christ church, Indian Institute of Advanced Study,
Summer Hill, Kufri, Annandale, The Shimla State Museum, Chail, Solan, Darangati Sanctuary, Naldehra And
Shaily Peak, Akri Fort.

Things to do

Camping, Trekking, Paragliding, Mountain biking, Heli Skiing, Ice Skating, River Rafting, Rock Climbing, Golfing.

Ideal no of days required to Explore Shimla : 2 Days

Ladakh

Ladakh is a magnificent and an unexplored wonderland of the Himalayas. It is one place that is considered as a
heaven by everyone who love adventure. Besides trekking in Ladakh, you can indulge in a series of adventure
sports such as biking, water rafting, safaris, etc. Also known as the ‘Land of Passes, Ladakh forms an alluring
part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in India.Ladakh is the center of Tibetan Buddhist culture. It is dotted
with a number of colorful monasteries.
Main Attractions

Nubra Valley, Diskit Village, Pangong Tso, Tsomoriri, Leh City, Kargil, Drass, Khardung La and a number of
Buddhist Monasteries like Hemis and Thiksey along with unsurpassed trekking trails.

Things to do

Trekking,Mountain biking, wildlife in Ladakh, Lakes in Ladakh, Pilgrimage, Mountain climbing, Jeep safari,
Camping, River rafting, Horse riding, camel safari, Bird watching, Photography.

Ideal no of days required to Explore Ladakh : 7 to 8 Days

Munnar

Munnar rises as three mountain streams merge  - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala.One of the
most sought after honeymoon destinations in Kerala, Munnar is replete with resorts and logding
facilities that fit a wide rage of budgets. Sprawling tea plantations, picturesque towns, winding lanes and
holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and
grasslands here is the Neelakurinji. This flower which bathes the hills in blue once in every twelve years,
will bloom next in 2030. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi, which towers over
2,695 m. 

Main Attractions

Mattupety dam, Kundala lake, Top Station, Mattupety dairy farm, Echo point, Eravikulam national park,
Tea Museum, Attukad Waterfalls, Lakkom Waterfalls, Blossom international park, Pothamedu view
point, Marayoor Dolmens, Anamudi, Lockhart Gap, Cheeyapara Waterfalls, Life of Pi Church,
Meesapulimala.

Things to do

Camping at Top Station, Jeep Safari from Munnar to Vattavada, Camping Amidst Tea Plantation, Dark
forest tour in Munnar, Tiger Trail Trekking in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting, Tea Farm Walk,
ATV bike rides and Zipline activity in Munnar, Rock climbing, Enjoy stay at tree house, Explore bird
Species, Thrilling mountain biking adventure and much more.

Ideal no of days required to Explore Munnar : 3 Days

Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal is one of the most famous honeymoon destinations in India. Wonderful climate, cliffs
covered in mist, cloud-capped mountains and beautiful lakes and valleys, and once you visit this hill
station, you will find that every bit of what you have imagined it to be is true. Kodaikanal is a place you
can go to take a break from the rigours of daily city life, and this hill station lets you sit back and connect
with nature as you head out on biking or trekking trails or take a stroll through the huge forests
surrounding the town.

Main Attractions

Green valley view, Kodailake, Bear shola falls, Pillar Rocks, Devil’s Kitchen, Coakers walk, Berijam lake,
Dolphin’s nose, Bryant Park, Silver Cascade falls, Silent valley view, Kurinji temple, Shembaganur
Museum, Subramanya temple, Pine Forest, Poombarai.

Things to do

Camping, Organic farm camping, Forest tour, Trekking, Village tour, Cycling, Motor biking.

Ideal no of days required to Explore Kodaikanal: 2 to 3 Days

Ooty
For anyone looking for a respite from the mind-boggling humidity and the scorching Indian sun, Ooty is
the place to be. Once regarded as the summer headquarters of the East India Company (and for a very good
reason), Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a hill station in Tamil Nadu which serves as a very popular
tourist destination for anyone looking for a picturesque place to relax and unwind. With magnificent sights of
the awe-inspiring Nilgiri hills, tea gardens, and serene waterfalls, Ooty is a very popular destination for
couples and honeymooners.

Main Attractions

Avalanche lake, Ooty lake, Emerald lake, Botonical Garden, Deer park, Doddabetta peak, Kamraj sagar dam,
Mudumalai national park, Rose garden, Ooty Toy train, Payakara Waterfalls, Wenlock downs, Wax world,
Stone house.

Things to do

Mountain Biking, Trekking, Angling, Hang gliding, Horse Riding, Boating.

Ideal no of days required to Explore : 2 – 3 Days

Coorg

Located amidst imposing mountains in Karnataka with a perpetually misty landscape, Coorg is the place
to be for all nature lovers.  This popular coffee producing hill station is not only popular for its beautiful
green hills and the streams cutting right through them. It also stands as a popular destination because of
its culture and people. The Kodavas, a local clan specialising in martial arts, are especially notable for
their keen hospitality. 

Main Attractions

Abbey falls, Talacauvery, Golden temple, Raja’s seat, White river rafting in Barapole River, Nagarhole
national park, Iruppu falls, Dubare elephant camp,Harangi dam, Madikeri fort, Mallali falls.

Things to do

Adventure camping, Trekking, Cycling, Coffee plantation tour, Jeep safari, River rafting, Go fishing,
Hiking, Bathe Elephant.

Ideal no of days required to Explore : 2 – 3 Days

Srinagar

Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on
the banks of river Jhelum. As picturesque as the most stunning painting to ever be painted, Srinagar is
known for the stationary houseboats and colourful Shikararas on Dal Lake.

The gondola-type rowboats, Shikaras are used by the tourists to see attractions like the Floating
Vegetable Market, and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself

Main Attractions

Dal Lake, Mughal Garden, Nishat Bagh, Shikara ride, Hazratbal Shrine, Char chinar, Shankaracharya
temple, Wular lake, Baramulla, Yusmag, Nehru Garden, Dachigam National park, Sinthan top, Apple
Orchad,Tulip garden, Visit famous Jamia Masjid.

Things to do

Golf, Shikara ride, Bird watching, Aero Balloon, Nature walk, Trekking to famous points, Go Skiing,
Rafting at Sonmarg, Paragliding.

Ideal no of days required to Explore : 1 Week

Darjeeling

Mesmerising sunrises, the untouched beauty of the hills and the welcoming smiles of the local people all
add up to make Darjeeling one of the most beautiful hill stations in Eastern part of India and a must visit
tourist place for people who want to escape from the scorching sun. Providing a heady mixture of
splendid tea gardens on rolling mountain slopes, meandering toy train rides through the picturesque
city, and delectable traditional Tibetan cuisine, Darjeeling works wonders to cater to the gorgeous
panorama of the Himalayas.

Main Attractions

Darjeeling Himalayan railway, Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Darjeeling Ropeway, Nightingale park, Rock
garden, Singalila National park, Peace Pagoda, Sandakpu Trek, Tea Plantation, River Rafting in Teesta,
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tinchuley, Happy Valley Tea Estate, Monastries.

Things to do

River Rafting, Trekking, Toy Train, Explore Wildlife, Cottage Camping, Explore War Memorial.

Ideal no of days required to Explore : 3 - 4 Days