Top 7 Winter Holiday Destinations in India

Winter is one of the best seasons in India for traveling and vacationing. As winter holidays are coming nearer, most of the people would be planning for a trip. There are many things where one can enjoy traveling in winter like frozen lakes, winter festivals, snow-capped Himalayan mountains, ample snowfall, bonfire, adventure activities & many more. Basically, there are two types of vacation preferences in winter: places that have a warm climate and places which have a cold climate along with a good snowfall. Fortunately, India offers both places at the same time. There is a long list of winter holiday destinations in India for vacationing and enjoying the snow.

To make your task easier, we have listed out Top 7 Winter Holiday Destinations.

Auli, Uttarakhand 

Auli is considered one of the best skiing destinations in India. Located in the Chamoli district of Garhwal region standing at an elevation from 2500 to 3050 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the beautiful Himalayan range. It also has Asia’s longest 4 km cable car (Gondola) and offers interesting activities like Chair Lift & Ski Lift. Apart from Skiing, it offers an interesting trek route also.

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Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

If you are in love with the historic heritage then Jaisalmer is the place for you. Jaisalmer is known as the “Golden City”, located in Rajasthan. The place is 575 km away from the state capital Jaipur. It is one of the favorite tourist spots in winters. It lies in the heart of the Thar Desert (Great Indian Desert). The city offers various historical monuments, palaces, and several ornamented Jain temples. A Camel or Jeep safari in the sand dunes of Jaisalmer is an unforgettable experience.

Goa

Goa always remains one of the favorite tourist destinations for millions across the globe. The unique feature of the geography of Goa is that it is a mixture of Mountainous, Plateau Regions, and coastal plains. It is flooded with various historical monuments and beautiful sights. Goa is visited by large numbers of tourists every year for its beaches and world heritage architecture. Loud night parties, crazy crowd, and delicious dishes, everything that defines an amazing atmosphere is available in Goa. The atmosphere is electric especially during the time of New Year and Christmas.

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Manali, Himachal Pradesh

Manali is a popular hill station situated in the mountains of the Himachal Pradesh, standing at an altitude of 2,050 m. It is a popular tourist spot for travelers in summer as well as in winter and is also a starting point for a number of treks (Beas Kund, Hampta Pass, Chandrakhani Pass). It offers various adventure activities like white water rafting, zorbing, paragliding, snow scootering, skiing, etc. Some nearby attractions in Manali are Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Kufri, Manikaran (where hot water springs are found).

Delhi

Delhi is considered as one of the best tourist spots for winter vacations. During winters, the climate of Delhi is quite good. As it is the capital of India, it has several places to offer to tourists such as historical places, fine architectured temples, amusement parks, etc. One can enjoy its famous street food during the winter months. It tastes that extra bit delicious when there is a chill in the air.

Jim Corbett National Park

If you are a wildlife lover then there is no such place better than Jim Corbett. Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It houses around 110 tree species, 50 species of mammals, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species. There one can enjoy night camping with a bonfire. However, wintertime is particularly special. Foggy mornings and a greater probability of spotting wild animals make the experience better.

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Kerala

For people who don’t like chilling temperatures of winters, Kerala works ideal in place of Winter Holiday Destinations for people who want to enjoy winter at a warm place. Kerala has earned the title of “God’s Own Country”. The climate always remains moderate throughout the year. It has loads of places for tourists such as Munnar, Alleppey (Venice of the east), Thekkady, etc. During a Kerala trip, you can relax on serene beaches, stay in a treehouse, take a backwater ride, and do so much more.