To beat the stress of your corporate life, there’s no better therapy than going on a trip! But of course, who can manage a full-blown long vacation? But you can always make use of the weekends to explore the weekend getaways from Delhi that does not demand a lot from your pocket and also gives you a teeny tiny break from the hustle-bustle of city life. 

Whether you are a nature lover, adventure-seeker or a history buff, there’s something for everyone which is situated within a short distance from Delhi. 

So, if you are looking for a quick sneak peek and manageable travel bills, here are top 7 hand-picked places near the national capital 

1. Bir and Billing, Himachal Pradesh

Distance from Delhi –  466 km

A small town situated in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, Bir and Billing is known to be the centre of ecotourism, meditation and spiritual studies. To experience that adrenaline rush, you can also try the famous paragliding. 

2. Lansdowne, Uttarakhand

Distance from Delhi – 297 km

Lansdowne, a cantonment town, with its pristine beauty and calm environment, offers a promising weekend gateway to relax and recharge your mind. It has a lot of sight-seeing options including Bhulla Tal lake, St John’s Church and Darwan Singh Regimental Museum. 

3. Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand

Distance from Delhi – 363 km

This hill station which is quite yet a popular choice for everyone as it is a cheap weekend getaways from Delhi and also offers a beautiful view of the snow-capped mountains. You can enjoy a relaxing weekend here while soaking up the sun and gazing at the mountains. 

4. Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh

Distance from Delhi – 288 km

If you are a fan of British architecture, you must visit Kasauli which is surrounded by tall pine trees and old-fashioned colonial buildings. You can take a morning walk at the Gilbert Trail, learn about Kasauli brewery, and gaze at the beautiful Himalayan range from the monkey point. 

5. Jaipur, Rajasthan

Distance from Delhi – 315 km

If at all, mountains are not your vibe and you are more of a shopaholic and city-life person, Jaipur is the best weekend getaways from Delhi for you! The pink city is a treasure of royal architecture and culture heritage of India. You can explore magnificent forts like Amer fort, Nahargarh fort, and shop at the popular Babu Bazaar. 

6. Binsar, Uttarakhand

Distance from Delhi – 407 km

Situated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, Binsar is famous for the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. You can even spot a leopard or a barking deer, if you are lucky enough. If you want the trip to be really light on your pocket, straight away head to Binsar. 

7. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Distance from Delhi – 873 km 

Situated on the banks of holy river Ganga, Varanasi is home to the one of the jyotirlinga, Kashi Vishwanath Mandir. If you really want to go on a spiritual tour, visit Varanasi and go for a boat ride in the Ganges and spend time in various ghats of Banaras.

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