15 Hidden Places to Visit In India

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Like me, are you still at home and waiting for the right opportunity to travel? Looking to plan your next trip when the world opens its doors? Look no further than India. So here we have taken one foot forward to give you 15 Hidden Places to visit in India before it gets crowded. This is an ultimate guide you will not find anywhere else, taking you off the beaten track! Just follow the footprints and make your holiday blissful with your friends and family. Get ahead of the game while people are still thinking to book their dream vacation and you are already traveling!

15 Hidden Places to visit in India

Without wasting any further time, lets dive into the country full of surprises India.

1.Mcleodganj

Are you a nature and trek lover? So tie your shoelaces and pack your tiffin, this place will serenade your mind in seconds. Never-ending journey to Mcleodganj will hold you for some time here. A perfect place to sleep under the billions of stars.

How to Reach Mcleodganj from India: Gaggal Airport is the nearest one. It receives limited flights, so you have to fly from Delhi.

Tourist Attractions: Namgyal Monastery, Bhagsunag Waterfall, Dal lake, St John Church in the wilderness, Dalai Lama Temple.

Budget:

USD 62 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 34 (Per Day): For Indians

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2.Bir Billing

The most famous paragliding site in India, where every tourist should visit during their life. Bir Billing has taken its place in the top 10 paragliding sites in India. This is among the most visited places in India.

How to Reach Bir Billing from India: You may fly from Delhi to Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh. From here you can take a cab.

Tourist Attractions: Gad Mata Mandir, Swami Vishudhanad Saraswati Ji ashram, Palpung Sherabling Monastery, Bir Tea Factory, Bangoru Waterfall, Bhattu Monastery.

Budget:

USD 34 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 21 (Per Day): For Indians

3.Tirthan Valley

Are you searching for a peaceful place to stay and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Then tirthan Valley is a picture perfect place where untouched beauty will seduce you.

How to Reach Tirthan Valley from India: You can land on Bhuntar Airport which is 48 km from Valley. After that hire a cab from outside the airport and reach the hotel.

Tourist Attractions: Great Himalayan National Park, Serloskar lake, Jalhori Pass, Jibhe

Budget:

USD 67 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 36 (Per Day): For Indians

4.Kasol

Kasol a small pueblo positioned in the mid of Kullu and Manikaran of Himachal Pradesh. It is a hive for backpackers and adventure lovers. Also known as “Mini Israel” because of the high portion of Israeli Tourists here. If you are coming to this place in January, then the snow will surprise you.

How to Reach Kasol from India: Either you take a bus from Delhi or Chandigarh to Manali. After hire a cab to kasol.

Tourist Attractions: Kheerganga, Choj Bridge, Chalal Trek trail, Tosh

Budget:

USD 67 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 37(Per Day): For Indians

5.Assam

Are you a tea lover? Assam is a place where people come from various states to taste their incredible traditional Indian tea. Here you can also see one horn rhinoceros, wild water buffalo, and various species of Asiatic birds. Perfect for nature and adventure enthusiasts. A real must-visit place to explore the diversity of India.

How to Reach Assam from India: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport or Guwahati Airport is located 25km from city center.

Tourist Attractions: Kaziranga National Park, Guwahati, Manas National Park, Majuli

Budget:

USD 75(Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 48 (Per Day): For Indians

6.Rishikesh

Rishikesh is the insane adventure capital adrenaline junkies like myself can try all kinds of activities such as bungee jumping, white water rafting, cliff jumping, rappelling and so much more. Young or old it does not matter here. Your power and energy will feel limitless.

How to Reach Rishikesh from India: The easiest way to reach is by flight to Jolly Grant Airport which is 35km from Rishikesh. After you can hire a taxi and reach the hotel.

Tourist Attractions: Neer Ghar Waterfall, Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Beatless Ashram, Patanjali Yog Peth.

Budget:

USD 36 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 21 (Per Day): For Indians

7.Valley of Flowers

Have you ever truly interacted with untouched nature? No? Then Valley of Flowers will mess with your mind. Its charming beauty will leave you speechless. Located in the Uttrakhand which is known for its endemic mountainous flowers and a family of verdure.

How to Reach Valley of Flower from India: The easiest way to take a bus from Delhi to Haridwar. After you can take a bus or cab from Hardiwar to Valley of Flower.

Tourist Attractions: Ghangaria, Hemkund Lake, Hemkund Sahib

Budget:

USD 62 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 34 (Per Day): For Indians

8.Prashar Lake

Are you searching for off beaten track destinations in India? Look no further than Himachal! The Prashar Splendid scenery will astound you. It is located 49 km from North Mandi District. It is definitely an unexplored gem that you have to explore on the next trip.

How to Reach Prashar Lake from India: You have to travel to Mandi from Delhi or Chandigarh. After that hire a cab to Prashar Lake.

Tourist Attractions: Bijli Mahadev Temple, Dechen Choekhor Mahavihara Monastery, Lord Ramchandra Temple, Kulant Pith.

Budget:

USD 34 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 21 (Per Day): For Indians

9.Dhanaulti

This place is for those who want to take a pause from a busy life. So much tension isn’t there? It is a place where you laugh, eat, live, and explore yourself. Who doesn’t need this?

How to Reach Dhanaulti from India: Dehradun Airport is located 76 km away Dhanaulti.

Tourist Attractions: Burans Khanda, Dhanolti Forest Rest House, Surkanda Devi, Top Tibba, Eco Park.

Budget:

USD 55 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 28 (Per Day): For Indians

10.Shillong

Have you ever visited Scotland? Shillong is the Scotland of the east. The most beautiful quaint hill station where beauty speaks. When I visited this city, my eyes opened to the panoramic view of the mountains. So don’t miss this place, it should be in your travel diary.

How to Reach Meghalaya from India: Umroi Airport which is 25km near Barapani from Shillong.

Tourist Attractions: Ward Lake, Elephant Fall, Don Bosco Museum, Umiam Lake.

Budget:

USD 5900 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 40 (Per Day): For Indians

11.Jabalpur

If you are travelling to MP (Madhya Pradesh) and searching for a new place to explore then visit the mesmerizing Jabalpur. It will blow you away. Jabalpur is must be on your travel list in India.

How to Reach Jabalpur from India: Dumna Airport is the nearest one. 25km from city.

Tourist Attractions: Marble Rocks, Dhuandhar Water fall, Madan Mahal Fort, Balancing Rock.

Budget:

USD 34 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 21 (Per Day): For Indians

12.Ooty

Never-ending beauty will shock you every time. Take one step to voluptuousness. Ooty is the most popular hill station located in the Nilgiri District of Tamil Nadu. When you visit Ooty you will be surrounded by the chilly ambiance.

How to Reach Ooty from India: Coimbatore Airport which is the nearest one from Ooty and 88km from it. After you can hire a taxi and reach to Guest House.

Tourist Attractions: Botanical Garden, Ooty Boat House, Tea Factory, Thunder World, St Stephen Church.

Budget:

USD 66 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 33 (Per Day): For Indians

13.Kodaikanal

The most beautiful ‘Gift of the Forest’. If you want to gift a Travel Package to your family then give this one. The perfect getaway with family which will rejuvenate your body and mind. It also has several romantic places which are enjoyed by the newlyweds.

How to Reach Kodaikanal from India: Madurai Airport is the nearest one and 87 km away from Kodaikanal.

Tourist Attractions: Kodaikanal Lake, Silver Cascada Waterfall, Bryant Park, Kurinji Andavar Temple, Bear Shola Fall.

Budget:

USD 71 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 36 (Per Day): For Indians

14.Khajjiar

Unpredictable places you don’t know exist on earth! Khajjiar is where beauty speaks and her journey coming through the mountains, flat land, and forest. Sooooo, why are you chilling on the couch, book the tickets before it gets too crowded?

How to Reach Khajjiar from India: Gaggar Airport is 13km away from Khajjiar.

Tourist Attractions: Khajjiar lake, Mini Switzerland, Khajji Naga Temple, Lord Shiva Statue.

Budget:

USD 77 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 32 (Per Day): For Indians

15.Mount Abu

Now you are entering the solitary hill station located in Rajasthan. Small steps will take you closer to the lakes, waterfalls, rivers, and evergreen forests. It has been popular to retreat from Rajasthan heat.

How to Reach Mount Abu from India: Udaipur Airport is the nearest one. And 211 km away from it.

Tourist Attractions: Dilwara Jain Temple, Achalgarh Village, Wildlife Sanctuary, Guru Shikhar.

Budget:

USD 41 (Per Day): For Foreigners

USD 21 (Per Day): For Indians

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Thanks so much to this months guest author, Abhinav Srivastava from https://www.holidaymakerz.com. This fascinating insight into places to visit in India and some real hidden gems! Enough to get the feet itching to get out in the world and travel once again!