With monsoons leaving behind cooler winds and clearer skies and the snow waiting to cover many parts of the earth in a white blanket, November and December are certainly most favourable months for travelling. This is the time of the year when you can enjoy that perfect tan, cooler sands, playful winds, and some grandest of festivals.
Jaisalmer
Located in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer means the ‘Hill Fort of Jaisal’. All thanks to the yellow sandstones that brighten up the “Golden City”, this beautiful destination is a perfect place to visit this winter.
Temperature: 16° to 25°C
Train Connectivity: Jaisalmer is well-connected to all the major Indian cities like Delhi and Jaipur through a wide network of trains.
Train Name: Delhi Jaisalmer Express and Hwh Jsm Exp
Goa
Goa, a kaleidoscopic blend of Indian and Portuguese cultures, is one of the most loved tourist destinations in the country. It’s golden sand beaches, shimmering coastlines, rich cuisine and vibrant nightlife brings it on the top of every travellers list.
Temperature: 27 to 33°C
Train Connectivity: There are around 10 direct trains from New Delhi to Goa.
Train Name: Goa Smprk K Exp, Mngla Lksdp Exp, Goa Express and Ddn Kcvl Sup Ex
Kohima, Nagaland
Bored of going to those conventional holiday destinations? Plan a trip to the North East this winter vacation. Kohima in Nagaland hosts the famous Hornbill Festival and witnesses a huge influx of tourists from across the globe.
Temperature: 23° to 30°C
Train Connectivity: Nearest railway station is at Dimapur, which is just 47 km away from Kohima.
Train Name: Dbrt Rajdhani
Diu
Famous for its unrivaled serenity and pristine natural beauty, Diu is one the most popular weekend getaways for nature lovers. The white, secluded beaches are quite inviting and offer a plethora of opportunities for the adventure enthusiasts. You can indulge in many fun activities when in Diu.
Temperature: 23° to 30°C
Train Connectivity: To reach Diu, you can take a train till Porbandar, Ahmedabad, Rajkot or Bhavnagar
Train Name: Porbandar express, Delhi S Rohilla Porbandar Express, Jat Hapa Exp and Dehradun Uttaranchal Express
White Desert (Rann of Kutch)
As the summers in Kutch are hot and humid, the best time to visit the place is during the winter months when the entire region transforms into a centre of festivity and celebrations. Rann Mahotsav is organised here every year and offers the experience of a lifetime. So, book your tickets now and run to Rann.
Temperature: 18° to 23°C
Train Connectivity: The Bhuj railway station is the nearest station to Kutch, and this distance can be covered in 1 hour 20 minutes via road.
Train Name: Ala Hazrat Express and the Be Bhuj Express
Auli
Always dreamt of travelling to a destination with snow-covered mountains and peaceful environs with a dash of adventure? If yes, then Auli should definitely be on the top of the list. It also offers opportunities for a number of winter sports and is the most famous skiing destination of the country.
Temperature: 5° to 17°C
Train Connectivity: Haridwar railway station is the nearest railhead situated at a distance of 273 km from Auli.
Train Name: Dehradun Express, Utkal Express and Uttaranchal Express.
So what are you waiting for? Add these amazing places in your winter travel bucket list and embark on a pleasant journey this winter! Happy travels!
