Looking for that much-needed weekend break away from your regular 9 to 5 routine to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul? Well, we have come up with a list of top 10 weekend spots in India, where you walk the beaten path or get connected with your inner self.

Weekend Getaways around Delhi

Delhi itself is blessed with a plethora of unique historic landmarks; however, if you are interested to travel outside the capital city of India on a weekend holiday, you have plenty of options.

• Rishikesh, Uttaranchal: 227 kilometers from Delhi

If you are in Delhi and seek a scenic destination with panoramic surroundings, head straight for Rishikesh in the lap of Himalayas in Uttaranchal. An ultimate weekend getaway India, Rishikesh is waiting to charm you with scenic landscape, taking your week’s stress away with its range of adventurous activities, including trekking, rafting, camping, bungee jumping, and cycling. A weekend stay in an ashram here will leave you pampered.

• Jaipur, Rajasthan -258 km from Delhi

You may wish to spend a weekend holiday in the charming Pink city of Jaipur. With a range of architectural splendors, including City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amer Fort, and Chokhi Dhani, Jaipur offers you an ultimate retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Show your kids why the royal city is known as the Pink city.

• Alwar, Rajasthan – 153 km from Delhi

The gateway to Rajasthan, Alwar is one of the top 10 spots for weekend holiday in India, especially if you are in Delhi. Surrounded by the Aravali mountains, Alwar boasts unique architectural splendors, including Bala Quila Fort, PanduPol, City Palace Complex, BhartariHari, and Government Museum.

• Bhimtal , Uttaranchal -298 km from Delhi

A tiny paradise in the scenic district of Nanital, Bhimtal is a small hill resort town that makes a perfect weekend destination in India. Bhimtal Lake, with an island at its center and an ancient temple along its coast, is the top attraction here. Bhimeshwara Mahadev Temple flanking the lake is a favorite with Shiva devotees.

• Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal -235 km from Delhi

With kids with you, the best weekend getaway from Delhi will be Jim Corbett National Park. One of the best preserved wildlife sanctuaries in the country, Corbett National Park is home to numerous species of flora, fauna, birds, and reptiles. The park is a secure area for the Royal Bengal Tiger, wild boar, and leopard. If you are lucky, you may spot a leopard in the hilly areas of the park.

• Naukuchiatal, Uttaranchal – 317 kms from Delhi

The lake of nine corners, Naukuchiatal is a quaint little hill town, with a fascinating backdrop. The 175-feet-deep lake is surrounded by hills and a verdant landscape. Deepest of the lakes in the region, Naukuchiatal is 4 km from Bhimtal and fed by a perennial spring.

• Haridwar, Uttaranchal: 210 km from Delhi

One of the most visited weekend spots in India, Haridwar has spiritual and religious significance, with numerous temples in and around the city. Lakhs of pilgrims visit haridwar every day to take a dip into the Holy Ganges. A weekend trip to Haridwar will give you the peace, relaxation, and rejuvenation you seek.

• Lansdowne,  Uttaranchal- 236 km from Delhi

Located on a hillock, Lansdowne is an exotic weekend hill spot, blessed with pleasant summers and soothing climate. A romantic getaway, Lansdowne is a perfect spot for eco-tourism, enjoying placid, serene, and tranquil scenic beauty and surrounded by lush Oak woods and blue Pine forests on all sides.

• Dehradun, Uttaranchal: 245 km from Delhi

Another tourist hotspot, the scenic city of Dehradun is fast becoming one of the top 10 weekend spots in India. Nestled in the Himalayan ranges, Dehradun is decorated with natural and manmade attractions. While the sulfur spring is a big attraction in Dehradun, the architectural splendor of historic landmarks attracts hordes of tourists.

• Dhanaulti, Uttaranchal – 219 km from Delhi

An all-weather favorite getaway from Delhi, Dhanaulti is blessed with a breathtaking landscape. An exquisite mountain retreat in Garhwal Hills, the blissfully secluded yet pristine hill station of Dhanaulti is your dream destination for a weekend getaway in India.