Best Road Trip Destinations from Chandigarh

A road trip is a great way to beat the stress induced by work. Chandigarh by way of its proximity to several hill stations is the perfect starting point for a road trip. While driving or biking you may need make pitstops for a night along the way. There are myriad exotic luxury resorts near Chandigarh that you can consider. Here are some destinations from Chandigarh that you can stop overnight or spend a few days during your trip to the beautiful hills up North.

• Manali

This is a beautiful drive as the area is picturesque. Manali is a popular vacation spot. If you feel tired during the drive to hills and wish to take a break, eat some desi food, you can stop at the numerous dhabas.  The temperature is cool right throughout the year. The best time to go is in October before the winter starts.


• Chail

Such is the beauty of this place that even the word picturesque would not do justice to it. One of the wonders of Himachal Pradesh the lush greenery and the hills are a treat to the eyes.  The journey, a popular one, takes roughly two hours.


• Auli

A long journey, but completely worth it. This scenic town is located in Chamouli in Uttarakhand.  While going to the place you see apple plantations and oak and deodar trees.  Brace yourself for a long drive of roughly eight hours though the winding mountain roads.


• Lansdowne

This is yet another hill station which is extremely captivating and compels you to stay there for a couple of days. You would be driving on the road flanked by oak and pine trees. If you travel in the winter, the snow-clad peaks are wonderful.


• Dharamshala

Located in the Kangra valley, this is another beautiful drive. The scene of a sparkling clear river flowing along the road and in midst of greenery of Himalayan ranges, it is a beautiful place to seek solace while you visit monastery and monks.  About 247 kilometres from Chandigarh it is a journey of 5 to 6 hours.  Dharamshala sees tourists all year over.




A road trip from Chandigarh to any of the hill stations near is to pleasure, so hit the road and on the way stop at a luxury eco resort and spa near Chandigarh.
Location: Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India

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