11 must do road trips in North India

In the middle of the pandemic with travel bans and travelling restrictions, road tripping is what comes to one’s mind. Travelling from road gives ones many advantages as compared to other modes of travelling. Some include, independence of when to leave and when to arrive, choice of selecting the pick up and drop spot and most importantly it is affordable. When one travels by road, he or she has the ability to choose their own path and choose where to stop and when to stop. These are some of the many reasons proving why a road trip is better than a airplane or train trip. 

Taking a road trip means scenic views and taking a road trip in North India means scenic views and an escape from the hustle to peace. North India has many hidden gems which are only best visited and enjoyed on a road trip. Some of these are 3 hours away from the capital Delhi and some are 10 hours away but at the end of your journey, the destination will be worth every kilometer you have travelled. 

At Travel Art, we provide luxurious buses from Delhi and NCR to help you reach your destination safely and soundly while providing you a first class luxurious experience. Our buses are regularly maintained and go through several level of checks and tests before starting a journey for you. Our staff members are experienced, well trained and fully vaccinated to serve you better. 

Here are our suggestions for the top 11 must do road trips in North India: 

  1. DELHI- NEEMRANA: One of many feathers in Rajasthan’s hat, Neemrana is a beautiful historic town. Here, old abandoned forts are turned into hotels to give guests a royal and unmatchable experience. A fusion of old forts with modern hotels makes this place a must go for anyone wanting to relax in a balcony facing beautiful hills. Supporting its location, there are many adventure activities tourists can do. Its proximity to Delhi makes it a perfect weekend getaway. It is a 3 hour drive from Delhi via NH 48 covering 128 km. 
  2. DELHI- JAIPUR: The pink city is another beauty of Rajasthan. With its beautiful forts and historic buildings it is perfect for anyone who likes history. Sunrise from Nahargarh Fort is a must see, followed by some regional breakfast and a dive into the city exploring Albert Hall and Hawa Mahal followed by dinner and activities in Haveli. Jaipur is an epitome of charm and royalty. It is a 5 hour drive from Delhi via NH 48 covering 280 km.
  3. DELHI- JAISALMER: The golden city known for its sand dunes, camel rides and long ridges of deserts, Jaisalmer is the golden city literally. Famous for its mirrorwork on clothing, carpets, shawls and so much more, oil lamps and silver jewelry, Jaisalmer is a must visit. The best time to visit is in winter to enjoy fully without sweating like crazy. It is a 13 hour drive via NH 11 from Delhi covering 830 km.
  4. DELHI- GWALIOR: Situated in Madhya Pradesh, Gwalior is famous for its historic importance and culture. Birthplace of the great musician Tansen, the heritage is unmatchable. Famous for its artists with fabulous skills, temples and forts, dal bafla, imarti and poha, Gwalior is a must visit. The architecture is inspired from the various dynasties that have ruled here till the 18th century. It is a 7 hour drive from Delhi via NH 44, covering 350 km. 
  5. DELHI- VARANASI: Located in Uttar Pradesh on the bans of river Ganga, an evening in Varanasi is filled with lights from diyas and sound from the bells. The evening aarti is grand and spectacular. Every evening thousands of people gather on the ghats to pray. People visit Varanasi to pray for a healthy and wealthy life and also for forgiveness. A boat ride early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise is a must do. It is a 13 hour drive from Delhi via NH 19, covering a distance of 820 km. 
  6. DELHI-MATHURA AND VRINDAVAN: These twin historic and spiritually significant towns are paradise for the worshippers of Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna was born in Mathura and brought up in Vrindavan, making both towns important and highly visited by people from all over the world to pray and get a glimpse of temples. It is a 3 hour drive from Delhi via Yamuna Expressway covering 183 km. 
  7. DELHI- LANSDOWNE: A hill station in Uttrakhand which is a literal hidden gem. With less tourists yet a picturesque environment makes it beautiful and must visit. Since it is a less visited place, its natural beauty is intact and wildlife and flora is unaltered. Lansdowne is blessed with pleasant weather throughout the year and scenic beauty. With its proximity to Delhi and totally different weather, it is a must visit. It is a 5 hour drive from Delhi via NH534 covering 250 km. 
  8. DELHI- NAINITAL: A beautiful city built around a famous lake is everything one needs to know about Nainital. The Naini Lake is the main attraction. In winter, when there is snow everywhere and the lake is frozen, it looks like a scene from wonderland. Nainital is a beautiful hill station which is on the go to list of probably every North Indian in summer vacations. It is a 7 hour drive from Delhi via NH9 covering 345 km. 
  9. DELHI-AULI: Known for its skiing supported snow and mountains, making it the ‘Skiing Capital of India’ is a beloved place for people interested in skiing from all over the world. The best time to visit Auli is in the winters. Covered by thick forests covered with a sheet of snow is what Auli is all about. One can enjoy the magical view on the Auli ropeway. Emerging to be one romantic destination, it is great for couples looking for a romantic getaway or honeymoon. It is a 8 hour drive from Delhi via Upper Ganga Canal Road, covering 400 km. 
  10. DELHI-RISHIKESH- Rishikesh is known for the adventure it offers which includes bungee jumping, camping, river rafting and cliff jumping. An adventurous day in Rishikesh will include camping overnight followed by early morning trek, breakfast and river rafting which will be concluded by cliff jumping and a hot bowl of maggi. Apart from these, Rishikesh is also famous for Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula and Triveni Ghat. Situated just some kilometers away from the famous town of Haridwar, Rishikesh is a religious town too. Temples and ashrams are spread throughout the town making it famous for spiritual purposes as well. It is a 5 hour drive from Delhi via NH334 covering 250km. 
  11. DELHI- MANALI: One of the most popular and crowded hill stations is Manali yet its beauty is irresistible. Manali offers so many adventures like mountain biking, paragliding, trekking, skiing, camping and so much more. Mall road is a famous place for all the needs rather it be shopping souvenirs or shawls. Rohtang Pass is one famous tourist attraction, covered with snow all through the year with occasional snowfall makes it special and largely visited. It is a 9 hour drive from Delhi via NH44 covering 540 km. 

Some people also complaint of motion or travelling sickness or some allergies due to the weather change and it is always advised to carry a bag with all the regular and common medicines and some bandages so that no one has to suffer in times of need and emergency. While travelling with Travel Art, you won’t even have to worry about this, our buses are equipped with a first aid box to come handy in times of need.    

With Travel Art, you can travel to any if these places and many more without having to worrying much about the journey. All you have to do is book one of our luxurious buses, pack your bags and we will make sure that you reach safe. Some of these road trips are as long as 13 hours and it is very tiring to sit for 13 hours in a car, to avoid such thing, hire a bus and not only any bus, but a luxurious bus to spend these hours comfortably and enjoying every moment of it. 

To conclude, having a comfortable journey is an essential part of a trip and one should not just let it be. If your journey is not good, you will not be able to enjoy the destination fully. A road trip will make sure that you enjoy your journey very much and if you are travelling in a group then a road trip can only be fun when it is in a bus where everyone is together, eating, laughing and playing dumb charades. Travelling amidst a pandemic is tough and requires a lot of safety measures which should not be ignored regardless of the status of your vaccination. Nobody wants to remember a trip which ended badly and made someone or everyone sick.  

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Ridhima Narula

A 20-year-old hotel management student having an immense love for dogs and travelling, is how one can describe me in a line. I am Ridhima Narula, an ordinary teenager who is dreaming about food and sleeping always. Even when I am awake, I am in a dream. I like teasing people I like, to show them I like them. I am a mother to two indie dogs, I rescued when they were puppies and abandoned by their mother. I proudly hate people who believe in buying dogs instead of adopting and rescuing. Also, I run an online thrift store to share my love for clothes combined with sustainability. I am known as the girl who is always smiling. I am a ‘glass half full’ optimistic person trying to see the good in everything even if it is kicking me. I interned in JW Marriott, Aerocity New Delhi and that is the place where I realized that hotels are something I want to be a part of despite everything. Pandemic made my choices seem glim but it is what it is. I aspire to be a professional in the hotel industry. My bucket list includes being able to travel as much as I can and educate people on rescuing dogs and sustainability. That’s all about me!

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