1. Goa
Located on the shores of Arabian Sea Coast, Goa is definitely one of the best places to watch for. It is definitely one of the best destinations for Honeymoon due to its exotic beaches. Whatever may be your budget, Goa has unlimited options of hotels and resorts to look for regardless of the budget. Sandy beaches, warm sunsets, atmosphere full of joy, night life – name it and Goa has everything.
Holidaying in Goa sounds amazing as well as thrilling as it has bountiful top things to do including water sports activities like parasailing, casual snorkelling, scuba diving, dolphin sighting.
Top beaches in Goa include Arjuna beach, Vagator beach, Sinquerim beach etc.
2. Andaman & Nicobar Islands :
Andaman & Nicobar Islands – a union territory of republic of India, are among the most sought after destinations in India especially for honeymoon goers. These islands are famous for its serene, white sandy beaches.
Best Places to visit in Andaman & Nicobar Islands include :
PortBlair : It is capital of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The Cellular jail here is a National Memorial. It reminds us of the India’s struggle for independence.
Panchvati Waterfalls : Is a beautiful location.
Havelock Islands : RadhaNagar beach on the Havelock Islands is one of the most popular beaches in India and also awarded the best beach in Asia by Time Magazine in 2004. Various water sports are enjoyed here by enthusiasts like scuba diving, snorkeling, boating etc. The other places to visit here include Elephant Beach, Kalapathar Beach & VijayNagar Beach.
Baratang Islands : A must visit place. Famous for Limestone caves and Mud Volcanoes.Due to erosion the limestone caves have formed some unique shapes making it interesting to watch.
Neil Island : This island is famous for its coral reef and white shores. Places to visit include Bharatpur beach, Sitapur Beach and Lakshmanpur Beach.
Diglipur : Famous attractions include Ramanagar beach, Alfred caves, Saddle Peak – the highest point of islands.
3. Kerala
Kerala is a place where nature is at its best. Being “Spice Capital of India” this state has lot to offer whether it is backwaters, panchkarma massages and many more. Here are some of the worthseeing places to visit in Kerala:
Allepey: Also known as “Alappuzha” it’s the Backwater capital of India.It is also called as Venice of the East. It is located on the banks of Vembanad Lake. There are many Ayurvedic therapic centers are active here. One can experience traditional house boat stay here and explore the fascinating beauty of backwaters. Also famous here is the Alappuzha beach.
Thekkady: This beautiful place is the most famous destination of Kerala. It’s a place with full of Green Nature. Its also the “The Spice Capital” of Kerala. Nature and Wild life are its main attraction. Periyar Tiger Reserve is a very famous place which is home to one of the most famous tiger.
Waynad: This hill station which is idyllic honeymoon destination due to lush green tea estates spread all over. There are huge no of Honeymoon resorts in Wayanad . Places of tourist interest in Waynad include Banasura Sagar Dam, Chembra Peak, Kuruva Island, Pookode Lake, Glass house of Kottanuda, Soochipara Waterfalls etc.
Cochin: It is also known as “Queen of Arabian Sea”. There are so many cultures associated with this city including Dutch establishments, British history, Chinese nets and also its the most famous spice markets.
Munnar: This a very famous hill station of Kerala.Any season be it summer, winter monsoon or summer, Munnar attracts you in any season. Places of visit include Mattupetty, Eco point , Tea Museum, Pothamedu etc. Eravikullam National Park , Nymakad Gap are some of the places of adventure for youngsters.
Kumarkom: This place has a lot to offer apart from backwaters. Houseboat stay here is a great option.
Kovalam: It is located some 16km from Thiruvananthapuram (Capital city of Kerala). If you love beaches then this place is Goa of South India. Almost all beach activities are there in different beaches may be its Kovalam beach, Lighthouse beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach.
4. Coorg
Coorg is one of the beautiful destinations in India often sought after by honeymooners due to its extremely picturesque beauty all covered with misty mountains, great waterfalls, sprawling green slopes, dense forests and a lot of tea and spice plantations spreading aroma all over the place. This captivating place is called as ‘Scotland of India’. This place will definitely rekindle your love while rejoining with nature. There are a great number of superb honeymoon resorts in Coorg.
The must watch destinations in Coorg include :
Abbey WaterFalls : This Waterfalls run eternally throughout the year. It gives a spectacular view. The path to the waterfalls is surrounded by coffee plantations and spice estates.
Rajas Seat : This is the Sunset point of Coorg. The view from here cannot be matched – it is beyond words.
Mandalpatti : This is the highest point near Coorg and you have to climb it to enjoy the serene beauty.
Dubare Elephants Camp : It is a worth visiting place, an actual elephant training camp on the banks of River Kaveri. There are various activities going on related to Elephants and you can engage through these activities and be close to them.
5. Kashmir
Kashmir is truly called ‘The Heaven on Earth’ as it is loaded with snow clad mountain ranges, alpine peaks, alluring lakes, valley of flowers – all of these make it so scenic and picturesque. This place often called India’s Switzerland is worth a visit. The must visit places in Kashmir include :
Srinagar : Srinagar is famous for Shikara ride on the lovely Dal Lake. It lies in Kashmir Valley on the banks of river Jhelum. Srinagar represents nature, beauty, harmony, love , peace and romance. One must definitely enjoy a house boat stay when here.
Gulmarg : Gulmarg is a ski destination. It is surrounded by snow clad mountains, lush green meadows, hills and valleys.
Pahalgam : This is a place where you will get allured by picturesque views. It is popular tourist destination for trekking and adventure. It is called Betaab Valley due to shooting of Betaab film.
Sonamarg : As the name suggests, it is called ‘The Land of Gold’. This places gets you enchanted by the views here covered by flower-laden fields.
Patnitop : Patnitop is nature at its ultimate covered with pine trees all over – it definitely is worth a watch.
6. Shimla – Manali
Shimla: It is popularly known as “Queen of Hills”. It is also the Capital of Himachal Pradesh. If you are looking for a romantic and serene climate will definitely be a perfect destination. It’s famous for hill stations, view points and british colonial architecture. Some of the worth seeing places are kufri also called as Switzerland of East, Chail , Mall road etc
Manali : It is located at an altitude of 6726 feet. It is the most sorted hill station of Himachal. It offers some best views of snow capped mountains. The serene mountains appearing over Manali with snow covered tops will definitely calm your senses and rejuvenate you.The major worth seeing places are Hadimba Devi Temple, Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley,Tibetian Monestaries, Manu Temple and many more..
7. Nainital – Mussoorie
Mussoorie : Mussoorie is commonly known as ‘Queen of Hills’ is a very picturesque location. It has beautiful views of the snow coverd Himalayan peaks. It is naturally mesmerizingly beautiful with excellent climate conditions making it a favourite destination for tourists and specially honeymooners.
Places worth visiting while on a trip to Mussoorie include Kempty Falls – Gigantic breathtaking Waterfalls, Camel Back Road – calm and quite place good for a walk with beautiful walk, Laal Tibba – a lovely lookout point from where you can view Laal Tibba peak, The Mall – major attraction of mussoorie, Mussoorie Lake – perfect spot loved by couples for a stroll around.
Nainital – Nainital is a pleasant and endearing hill station in Uttarakhand known for its beautiful lakes.This picturesque town has pleasant climate all throughout the year making it a perfect getaway destination. The Naini Lake is called ‘City of Lakes’.
Must Visit places in Nainital include – Nainital Lake where Naina Devi Temple is situated, Naina Peak – known for its lovely location and a favourite spot for photo lovers, The Mall Road and Tibetian Market – shopping , Snow View Point – loved spot by all.
8. Ooty-Kodaikanal
Ooty : Ooty is one of the most popular hill stations in South India and has fascinating meadows, pleasant and cool weather and is rightly called as ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ – The Nilgiris.
There are various sightseeing places each of which give you a unique experience. These places include :
- Avalanche & Ooty Lake – Stunning & sparkling lakes
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway – toy train
- Ooty Botanical Garden – popular tourist destination where a lot of films have been shot.
- Dolphins Nose – naturally occurred place looking like dolphin’s nose
- Dodabetta Peak – highest peak in Nilgiris
- Madhumalai National Park – A beautiful reserve for nature lovers
- Ooty Rose Garden – innumerable rose varieties
- Pykara Waterfall – scenic waterfall
- Ooty Tea estate.
The various places in Coonoor to visit include :
- Droog Fort – Fort used by Tipu Sultan as an outpost
- Lambs Rock – perfect place for sunrise & sunset viewing
- Sim’s Park – park cum botanical garden
- Catherine falls – Two step waterfall having beautiful views.
Various Bollywood famous movies shot in Ooty include Raja Hindustani, Maine Pyar Kiya – Kabootar Ja song sequence was shot in Botanical Gardens here, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak , Raaz, Dil Se, Roja, Hum Aapke Hai Kaun, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar – marathon cycle race and Pehla Nasha song and the latest Kapoor and Sons was majorly shot in Coonoor.
Kodaikanal : Kodaikanal is rightly known as ‘Princess of Hill Stations’ and is located in the in the Dindigul district of TamilNadu. In Tamil Kodaikanal means ‘The Gift of Forest’. It has innumerable lovable spots thereby becoming a frequently visited tourist spot and a honeymoon destination for sure.
Best Places to Visit in Kodaikanal Include :
- Berijam Lake – this lake is surrounded by lush green greenery
- KodaiKanal Lake – star shaped lake which is manmade and has various eatery points and shopping points around. You can enjoy various activities like cycling, boating, horse riding near the lake,
- Coakers Walk – a scenic place where you can stroll
- Bryant Park – Lovely Garden worth a visit
- Pine Forest – a lovely timber forest and a very popular tourist spot
- Guna Caves – Caves famous after Kamal Hasan movie Guna
- Pillar Rocks – 400 meters long boulders naturally positioned becoming a great place to be.
- Silver Cascade Falls – most famous waterfalls.
- Dolphins Nose – Nose Shaped Location have breathtaking views of the surroundings
- Green Valley View – Scenic point covered with greenery all over giving a view of Vaigai Dam.
9. Darjeeling-Gangtok
Darjeeling : It is one of the most popular hill station of India. It is largely known for its tea industry. Right from fascinating snow cladded Himalayan ranges to beautiful lush green valleys to monasteries to tea plantations – you will love them all. The toy train here is a major attraction and the aroma of the tea plantations captivates you for sure. You will definitely enjoy this scenic beauty. It has various parks, gardens, scenic places, waterfalls , monasteries and temples and a lot more.
The best beautiful places to visit in Darjeeling include :
- Toy Train : This is a joy ride not only for kids but also for people of all ages. This train moves at a slow pace making it possible to enjoy the natural surrounding. The whole experience is worth trying.
- Tiger Hill : It is the highest point in Darjeeling area which is famous as a sunrise viewing point. You can have a captivating view of both Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga from here. This place is definitely a photographers delight. You cannot just describe the first rays of sun falling on the twin peaks – it is just unparrallel.
- Darjeeling RopeWay : This is an experience of its own kind having the lovely view of the valleys and sprawling lush green tea gardens, forests, streams, mountains.
- Batasia Loop : This is a nicely decorated garden having a railway looped track, streams, falls all nicely designed and is a must visit place. You can get a wide view range of Darjeelings landscape here.
- Rock Garden : Rock garden is terraced garden at different levels infused and cut through the rocks having small strams and waterfalls.
- Tea Estates : You can enjoy the vast tea gardens here.
- Himalayan Zoological Park : This park is famous for Red Panda and snow leopard breeding program. You can also see some of the endangered species of animals in India here.
Gangtok : Gangtok is a bliss for all types of travelers. Right from the charismatic Snow cladded mountains to captivating lush green forests to alluring valleys and serene lakes, Gangtok has it all. If you are visiting Gangtok, you will definitely find peacefulness, purity and calmness all over.
The best beautiful places to visit in Gangtok include :
- Nathula Pass : The Highest motorable road , apt for trekking, driving , motor riding and biking etc. This pass associates with Tibet region of China.
- Tsomgo Lake : This is the most visited and loved spot in Gangtok. It is a glacial lake . The turquoise water of the lake and scenic background charms you for sure.
- Rumtek Monastery : This is the most sacred and magnificient monasteries of Buddhism where sacred Buddhist rites are performed. It attracts numerous Buddhist devotees and also tourists from all over the world.
- Kanchanjunga Mountain : This place is the third highest mountains of the world is incredible and impressive and attracts tourists for trekking.
- Seven Sisters Waterfalls : As the name suggests, it comprises of seven different waterfalls flowing side by side on a wide cliff and the effect of the waterfall just resembles thunder.
10. Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Jaisalmer : Jaisalmer is a former medieval trading center and princely state in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, in the heart of the Thar Desert. Known as the “Golden City“, it is distinguished by its yellow sandstone architecture.
The best places to visit in Jaisalmer should definitely include :
- Jaisalmer Fort : Dominating the skyline is Jaisalmer Fort, a sprawling hilltop citadel buttressed by 99 bastions. It is also called as ‘Golden Fort’.
- Maharajas Palace : Behind the massive walls of Jaisalmer Fort, stand the ornate Maharaja’s Palace. It is decorated with ancient artifacts and furniture. It is a very fascinating structure.
- Jaisalmer Jain temples : The Jain temples in Jaisalmer are group of beautiful temples intricately carved depicting pictires of sages, animals, holy culture, solitarity of hermits known as Tirthankars
- Gadisar Lake : This lake was constructed by Maharwal Gadsi Singh as a reservoir for conservation of rain water and used to be a major source of water years ago. This is now a famous and beautiful tourist point. You can enjoy boating here to refresh your minds and senses.
- Various Havelis : There are umpteen havelis out of which the most prominent and famous are Patwon Ki Haveli – bunch of five small havelis , Salim Singh Ki Haveli which is also famous for its architecture, Nathmal Ki Haveli – another wondrous architecture in Jaisalmer. This haveli has beautiful carvings of elephants adding to its grandeur. It also has some beautiful paintings made from 1.5 kg of gold leaf which surely captivates you.
- Sam Dunes : These are desert dune sites in the desert area where you can enjoy Desert Safari, Camel Safari , Traditional folk dances and a lot more. Sunsets are enjoyable here. You can opt for a stay at the desert camps around the area and even enjoy the Rajasthani food here.
- Tanota Mata Temple : This temple is located near the site which has disappeared between India and Pakistan in 1971.
- Indo-Pak Border : Indo Pak border is also place to visit giving you a sense of patriotism and pride This is around 350 km from Jaisalmer.
- Jaisalmer War Museum : This war museum has been set up by the Indian Army.
- Sadar Bazar : If you are a shopaholic then this place is a must visit for various handicrafts, clothing, jewellery, footwear, ethnic items etc.
Jodhpur : Jodhpur popularly known as ‘Sun City’ is famous for its elaborate and impressive forts, palaces, temples and havelis.
The best places to visit in Jodhpur should definitely include :
- Mehrangarh Fort : This magnificient fort is one of the largest forts in our country and displays various belongings of the royals.
- Jaswant Thada : Jaswant Thada is adjacent to Mehrangarh Fort is a mausoleum for the kings of Marwar.
- Umaid Bhawan Palace : Umaid Bhavan Palace is among the largest private residencies in the world. It also has a museum and a gallery showcasing royal clocks, royal vintage cars on display. The whole palace is very grand and majestic.
- Mandore Gardens : These gardens attract large no of tourists.
- Osian Temples : Osian, located 65 km north of Jodhpur, is famous for its Hindu and Jain temples and is known as the Khajuraho of Rajasthan due to the erotic sculptures on the temples.
- Clock Tower : Clock Tower also called as Ghanta Ghar is a famous landmark of the city constructed by Maharaja Sardar Singh.
- Balsamand Lake : Balsamand Lake is a must visit place as it is very serene and offers scenic beauty.