Stay young, healthy and energetic with an exciting idea of small excursion during your weekend break and kick away entire stress of your public, professional or personal life.

2. 5 PERFECT WEEKEND BREAKS AND HOLIDAYS5 PERFECT WEEKEND BREAKS AND HOLIDAYS
GETAWAYS OF INDIAGETAWAYS OF INDIA
After a long schedule of complete busy week, a short break or weekend holiday is a necessity
of healthy body and mind. This small excursion of one or two days is an exciting idea to stay
young, healthy and energetic away from the stress of routine life. Even the condition is well
suitable for the metropolitan citizens from where, you can select a possible getaway to explore
the amazing sites.

3. For such recreational trips, you don't need long planning or packing.
You've to just simply make your mind to treat yourself from a long
list of interesting options where you can perform thrilling
adventures, exploration of natural attractions, taste the mouth-
watering delicacies and shopping of unique specialties.

4. IF YOU ARE IN BANGALORE:
Make a perfect utilization of your weekend time with the tour of some exciting
weekend getaways. It is a time when you can re-energizes yourself and rejoins your
childhood memories. For spending a perfect weekend break in Bangalore, the twin
capital city has a wide range of options. You can beautifully appreciate the nature's
beauty and historical allures away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

5. Type: Hill Station & Wildlife
Not to miss: Wildlife, Rivers & Lakes, Hills & Valleys
Perfect for: Family, Friends & Honeymooners
Best Time: Throughout the year
Wayanad (6.5 hours, 273 kms)

6. Wayanad is one of the
prettiest options for your
weekend breakouts from
Bangalore. On the border of
Karnataka and Tamil Nadu,
Wayanad offers you a
beautiful green
surroundings, hilly ranges,
spice plantations, trekking
options, wildlife and
numerous beautiful sceneries
to refresh your senses. In
the midst of Western Ghats
mountains, this popular
place is famous for the
yield of cash crops.

7. Coorg (5.5 hours, 267 kms)
For lush greenery, peace, solitude and best options of adventure
activities, Coorg ('Scotland of India') is a perfect destination. The
stunning landscapes, fascinating waterfalls, misty mountains and
amazing wildlife are perfect to plan a weekend holiday whether you
are looking for a visit with your friends or with family. It will be your
wonderful weekend idea due to pleasant climatic conditions
throughout the year. This nature's blessed location with heavenly
beauty is best suitable to forget the entire worries of life.
Type: Hill Station & Wildlife
Not to miss: Wildlife, Rivers &
Lakes, Hills & Valleys
Perfect for: Family, Friends &
Honeymooners
Best Time: Throughout the year

8. Ooty (6 hours, 265 kms)
Ooty is one of the famous
destinations among
popular honeymoon spots
of India. At a high altitude
of 2242 m, this marvelous
hill station is highly
preferable for enjoying the

9. Type: Hill Station
Not to miss: Hills & Valley,
Rivers & Lakes, Trekking
Perfect for: Family,
Friends & Honeymooners
Best Time: Throughout the
year
OotyOoty

10. The beautiful coffee land of Karnataka is
one of the perfect weekend destinations
from Bangalore. At the foothills of
Mullayanagiri hills, the green valleys of
Chikmagalur surely attract you along the
pleasant weather conditions of the place.
The beautiful city ranks at top popular
among the searches of trekkers, travellers
and tourists. The city has several examples
of Dravidian style architecture including,
temples, Mosque and Cathedrals. In the
serene environment, you'll feel a re-
energizing sense with the pleasing treat of
natural beauty and relaxing ambiance.

11. Type: Hill Station
Not to miss: Hills & Valley,
Rivers & Lakes, Trekking
Perfect for: Family, Friends
& Honeymooners
Best Time: Throughout the
year
Chikmagalur

12. Mysore (3.5 hours, 145 kms)
The royal city, Mysore has the wonderful blend of traditional and modern
attractions. At the foothills of Chamundi Hills, it is one of the popular
South Indian holiday spots. Mysuru or Mysore is popular due to its rich
past, palaces, ornate temples, cultural attractions, gardens, Zoo, galleries,
silk, Ayurveda, bustling markets and local delicacies. With the range of
multiple attractions, the place has exceptional weather conditions
throughout the year.

13. Type: Historical
Not to miss: Heritage
Perfect for: Family & Friends
Best Time: Throughout the year

14. IF YOU ARE IN
CHENNAI:

15. Chennai is one of the most lovable
tourist spots where you'll get the huge
options about to pick a favorable one for
your weekend fun. If you want to escape
from your world, then this city offers you
numerous options from its tranquil
natural attractions, adventure sports
and heritage sites. Surely, it will be your
one of the best holidays ever, no matter
whether it is for a small span of time.

16. Bharatpur (4 hours, 198 kms)
Type: Wildlife
Not to miss: Heritage,
Wildlife
Perfect for: Family
Best Time: Nov-Feb

17. (5 hours, 229 kms)
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Hills & Valley,
Rivers & Lakes, Trekking
Perfect for: Family & Friends
Best Time: Nov-Feb

18. Yelagiri
Feel yourself lost in the charming
neighbourhood of the magical Yelagiri. In
Vellore district, this hill station has a range
of landmarks which offers the relaxing treat
along the beauty of tranquility and solitude.
In this dreamlike location, you can enjoy
boating, walking, sightseeing, thrilling
activities and several picturesque
attractions.

19. (4 hours, 169 kms)
Type: RomanticNot to miss: Beaches & Heritage
Perfect for: Family, Friends & Honeymooners
Best Time: Oct-Jan & Apr-Jun

20. Pondicherry is a quiet and clean city, popular due to the past
French colony and peaceful sea attractions. Till the date, the
city provides you an international vibe of French culture.
This popular weekend getaway has famous Sri Aurobindo
Ashram, multitude of Ayurvedic healthcare centres, religious
attractions (Notre Dame des Anges, Sacred Heart Basilica,
Our Lady of Immaculate Conception) and well known
ancient architecture.
Pondicherry

21. Kanchipuram (3 hours, 74 kms)
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Beaches & Heritage
Perfect for: Family, Friends &
Honeymooners
Best Time: Oct-Jan & Apr-Jun

22. Kanchipuram is one of the glorious
weekend breakouts which provides a
wonderful display of religious and historical
sites along with a combination of
entertaining activities. This popular silk city
is famous for culture and civilization along a
large number of ancient temples. This old
city along its ancient architecture provides
you sightseeing and bird watching like
options.

23. Mahabalipuram (3 hours, 56 kms)

24. World Heritage Listed, Mahabalipuram
has a major importance among
worldwide tourists. The people come
here to closely observe the ancient
archaeological wonders. The place has
several treasures for you. One can
beautifully catch the attractions of
religious sights, Sculpture Museum,
Cave Temple, Windswept Shore Temple
and neighbouring villages for water
sports and rejuvenating spa treatments.
Type: Religious
Not to miss:
Heritage, Religious,
Beaches
Perfect for: Family &
Friends
Best Time: Nov-Mar

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2 hours
60 kms
Type: Natural attraction
Not to miss: Beach activities,
Flamingos
Perfect for: Family & Friends
Best Time: Oct-Mar

26. In the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, Pulicat
is a gorgeous place with Bird Sanctuary,
Beach, Fort and Church like attractions. The
tourists visit this small seashore town to enjoy
the beach activities, water sports and bird
watching like prominent activities. The scenic
Pulicat lake is considered as a second biggest
brackish water lake of India.

28. From the pace of this highly populatedFrom the pace of this highly populated
metropolitan capital city, you surely wants ametropolitan capital city, you surely wants a
relaxing break. From this vibrant cultural melting-relaxing break. From this vibrant cultural melting-
pot, you can discover the range of popular touristpot, you can discover the range of popular tourist
attractions to enjoy a different taste away fromattractions to enjoy a different taste away from
the routine schedule.the routine schedule.

29. Lansdowne (6 hours, 254 kms)Lansdowne (6 hours, 254 kms)
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Hills & Valleys
Perfect for: Family,
Honeymooners, Friends
Best Time: Throughout the year

30. If you totally fed-up from the busy
life schedule of Delhi then get ready
on the route to beautiful hill station
Lansdowne. This pristine hill station
provides the mystical and breathtaking
views under the perfect setup of
Indian Army. The selection of
Lansdowne for your weekend
refreshing break means a step closer
to eco-friendly tourism where you can
enjoy mountaineering, walk, jungle
safaris and trekking. At a high
altitude of 1706 m, this unspoiled
Himalayan beauty is surrounded by the
snow covered peaks, pine and oak
trees, away from the human
activities.

31. Jaipur (5 hours, 268 kms)
Type: Historic
Not to miss: Heritage
Perfect for: Family
Best Time: Oct­Mar

32. Jaipur is a popular attraction for
worldwide tourists. This beautiful
city has unique shades from hills,
lakes, magnificent forts, royal
palaces and attractive monuments.
With these architectural marvels,
the 'Pink City' has the great
factors which provides you a proud
feel. With Agra and Delhi, Jaipur
completes the Golden Triangle of
Indian Tourism. During your weekend
break, you can explore the rich
heritage and culture of Jaipur
along the attractive charm of the
local sightseeing.

33. Agra (4 hours, 210 kms)Agra (4 hours, 210 kms)

34. The prideful symbol of 'Taj
Mahal' in Agra makes it a
popular site. Along with such
wonder, Agra includes a list of
three UNESCO World Heritage
Sites including, Agra Fort &
Fatehpur Sikri. With the Mughal
art, history, culture and
architecture there is a unique
romance in the air of Agra. On
the bank of the River Yamuna,
this Mughal City becomes your
perfect weekend getaway. This
international holiday
destination has amazing progress
along with the combination of a
glorious past.
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Heritage
Perfect for: Family & Friends
Best Time: Oct-Mar

35. Bharatpur (4 hours, 198 kms)
Type: Wildlife
Not to miss: Heritage,
Wildlife
Perfect for: Family
Best Time: Nov-Feb

36. Bharatpur is a Royal land of Indian Maharajas in
Rajasthan state. This famous getaway has its own
significance with the heroic tales of bravery and ancient
architectures of forts and palaces. With the wide
attractions of Mughal and Rajput architecture, the place
has a unique charm of Bharatpur National Park or
Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Under UNESCO World
Heritage Listed, this Bird Sanctuary is a home of different
species of birds, reptiles and amphibians. It will be like a
dream location if you are birds or nature lover. Overall,
the city has a complete entertainment zone for family and
friends.

37. Mathura & Vrindavan (3 hours, 161 kms)

38. In the attractive ambience of Mathura &
Vrindavan, there is a unique charm of bhagti
and devotion. On the bank of River Yamuna, both
the holy cities have a long list of big and
small Lord Krishna & Radha temples, shrines,
kunds and ghats. Along with the major sites of
pilgrim attractions, the worldwide people visit
here on the special occasions of Holi and
Janmashtmi (Lord Krishna's birthday). In the
vibrant surroundings of Mathura & Vrindavan,
you self feels some magical charm away from the
hustle and bustle of the city.

39. IF YOU ARE IN KOLKATA:

40. The appealing attractions of KolkataThe appealing attractions of Kolkata
and its neighbourhood have anand its neighbourhood have an
intriguing number of sites to offer aintriguing number of sites to offer a
relaxing weekend. With the variousrelaxing weekend. With the various
blends of cultural and artistic view,blends of cultural and artistic view,
you'll feel a poetic sense in the mysticalyou'll feel a poetic sense in the mystical
breeze. The place offers you everybreeze. The place offers you every
beautiful shade of natural colors withbeautiful shade of natural colors with
the combination of sun, sea, sand,the combination of sun, sea, sand,
historic, cultural and related attractions. historic, cultural and related attractions.

41. Digha (5 hours, 181 kms) Digha (5 hours, 181 kms)

42. Digha is a wonderful family spot
to enjoy a pleasant weekend. The
place has varied tourist
attractions with a magnificent
range of beaches, temples,
museums, sea resorts and
research centers. Digha's
beautiful scenery is best
suitable for all age group
members, where you can witness
the vast area within a form of
pristine or untouched beauty.
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Beaches,
Water activities
Perfect for: Family,
Friends
Best Time: Jun-Mar

43. Talasari Beach (5 hours, 170 kms)Talasari Beach (5 hours, 170 kms)
The pristine, serene and spectacular
panorama of Talasari Beach is perfect to get
the refreshing senses during a weekend
getaway. This virgin beach in Odisha district
has a range of options within the
surroundings of palm, coconut and cashew
trees. Here, you can capture the rhythmic
mood of nature with the melodic touch of
golden sands, greenery and sea. At this
fisherman's paradise, you can enjoy leisure
walks, boating and relaxing moments while
watching the beautiful scenery of nature.
Type: Romantic
Not to miss: Beaches,
Rivers & Lakes
Perfect for: Family,
honeymooners
Best Time: Oct-Dec, Feb

44. Bakkhali (4 hours, 139 kms)Bakkhali (4 hours, 139 kms)
Type: Romantic | Not to miss: Beaches, Rivers & Lakes | Perfect for: Family, honeymooners | Best Time: Oct-Dec, Feb

45. BBakkhali is a small beach town onakkhali is a small beach town on
the West Bengal coast, which hasthe West Bengal coast, which has
the perfect setup for weekend joy.the perfect setup for weekend joy.
This popular getaway provides youThis popular getaway provides you
the opportunity to enjoy the beachthe opportunity to enjoy the beach
walk, boat ride, cycling andwalk, boat ride, cycling and
nature attractions. In Bakkhali,nature attractions. In Bakkhali,
you can experience the beach havenyou can experience the beach haven
on foot within a company of youron foot within a company of your
friends or beloved one and get thefriends or beloved one and get the
wonderful collection of lifelongwonderful collection of lifelong
memories.memories.

46. The beautiful attraction of silent charm which lies
under UNESCO World Heritage Site will be your
outstanding weekend getaway. A visit to Sundarbans
means, you'll get the interaction of nature's
simplicity and inspiring flora and fauna. With a great
action of ecological balance, this wildlife sanctuary
plays a major role in preserving the species of Royal
Bengal Tigers and spotted deer.
Type: Nature &
Wildlife
Not to miss: Rivers
& lakes, Wildlife
Perfect for:
Family
Best Time: Sep-Mar

47. Chandannagar (2
hours, 45 kms)
Type: Religious
Not to miss: Heritage, Rivers & lakes
Perfect for: Family
Best Time: Oct-Feb

48. IF YOU ARE IN MUMBAI:IF YOU ARE IN MUMBAI:

49. MMumbai, a 'City of Dreams' is popular due to itsumbai, a 'City of Dreams' is popular due to its
vibrant attractions. With the busy schedule,vibrant attractions. With the busy schedule,
Mumbai is a city which never sleeps. So, if youMumbai is a city which never sleeps. So, if you
want to spend a day out of track, means a couplewant to spend a day out of track, means a couple
of hours in the lap of nature then must select aof hours in the lap of nature then must select a
destination from this list of popular weekenddestination from this list of popular weekend
getaways. getaways.

50. Mahabaleshwar (6 hours, 229 kms)
To catch the captivating beauty of Mahabaleshwar, you've to visit Satara district. This
popular hill station is located in the Western Ghats within the surroundings of waterfalls,
dense forests, hills, valleys, serene lakes and ancient temples. Along with such charming view
of nature's beauty, the place is renowned for its beautiful strawberry farms. This highest hill
station of Western India has a balanced fusion of modernity and old world charm. Don't miss
out the enchanting morning and golden sunrise of the place.

51. Kamshet (3 hours, 102 kms)Kamshet (3 hours, 102 kms)
Are you want to play some exciting and
thrilling sports during your weekend break then
Kamshet, in Pune district is actual paradise for
you. Within the surroundings of Western Ghats,
the natural scenery and fresh breeze of Kamshet
welcomes every adventure junky. With the
world-class Paragliding facilities, the place has
endless beauty in a form of sunflower and
paddy fields. Here, you can also explore the
village attractions, muddy huts, temples, caves
and hills.
Type: Adventure
Not to miss: Nature,
Adventure
activities
Perfect for: Friends
Best Time: Oct-Jun

52. Alibagh (4 hours, 92Alibagh (4 hours, 92
kms)kms)
Alibagh is a popular weekend getaway due to its mesmerizing
weather and dense greenery. In the Raigarh district, Alibagh has a
long list of popular spots within the great combination of beaches,
temples, forts and forests. It is a famous romantic getaway for
Mumbai and Puna folks where you'll get an enchanting and relaxing
feel. The sandy beaches, clean water, fresh air and the entire
natural settings of this coastal town surely spellbound you.
Type: Romantic | Not to miss: Beaches, Water activities | Perfect for: Friends, Family | Best Time: Oct-Feb

53. Lonavala / Khandala (3 hours, 84 kms) Lonavala / Khandala (3 hours, 84 kms)
The majestic looks and pleasant ambience of
Lonavala / Khandala makes them popular weekend
getaways. The glittering lakes, waterfalls and
overall bewitching experience must be soulful
for you. These nature's gifted attractions have
dense greenery, caves, lakes, waterfalls, forts
and other charming sites for your memorable
visit. Lonavala / Khandala are highly selected
hill stations due to appealing hiking and
trekking like activities.
Type: Romantic | Not to miss: Hills & Valleys, Trekking,
Rivers & lakes
Perfect for: Family, Friends,
Honeymooners
Best Time:
Throughout the year

54. Matheran (3 hours, 83 kms)
Type:
Romantic
Not to miss: Hills & Valleys,
Trekking
Perfect for: Family, Friends,
Honeymooners
Best Time:
Throughout the year

55. Matheran is a wonderful place to
enjoy the weekend break away from the
hustle and bustle of the city. In the
Raigad district, Matheran's gorgeous
beauty along the pleasant weather is
available throughout the year. In the
Eco sensitive region, you'll feel a
complete tranquility due to the ban
of the automobiles entry inside the
town. This one of the picturesque
location, which offers a relaxing
calm to your soul and eyes. In this
green surroundings, you can explore
the lakes, parks, medicinal herbs and
worship areas.