Oct 17, 2024
By: Ayush Mehrotra
This journey offers breathtaking views of autumn’s changing hues along winding mountain roads. Passing through, Kaza, and picturesque villages, the trip showcases barren landscapes transitioning into vibrant autumn foliage, ancient monasteries, and clear skies.
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Drive along the Konkan coast with mesmerising ocean views, palm-fringed beaches, and lush greenery post-monsoon. The route offers scenic autumn vistas, perfect for beach lovers and those who enjoy coastal drives.
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This road trip will take you through forested areas with trees shedding golden leaves. Nainital’s lakes and charming autumn atmosphere are ideal for a peaceful retreat, and nearby areas like Bhimtal and Sattal add to the scenic beauty.
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Coorg in autumn presents misty mornings and vibrant coffee plantations. The drive from Bangalore is filled with scenic beauty, rolling hills, and the smell of earth after rain, making it an ideal autumn getaway.
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Passing through the pristine landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh, this trip showcases autumn in the northeast with Buddhist monasteries, rhododendron forests, and snow-capped peaks on the horizon.
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The journey through Khardung La in autumn offers unparalleled beauty. As Ladakh’s landscape transitions from summer greens to autumn’s golden brown, the vistas of rugged terrain, sand dunes in Nubra, and the clear skies are simply unforgettable.
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For a short yet charming autumn road trip, Kasauli offers misty pine forests, pleasant weather, and a serene atmosphere. The road trip from Chandigarh winds through forested hills, perfect for a relaxed weekend drive.
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Autumn is the perfect time to explore Rajasthan’s cultural riches. The drive from Jaipur to Pushkar takes you through the Aravalli hills, culminating in the sacred town of Pushkar, which comes alive with vibrant festivities in autumn, especially during the Pushkar Fair.
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This short yet soulful road trip takes you through the rural Bengal countryside in autumn. Shantiniketan’s serene ambience, artistic heritage, and the cultural richness of Rabindranath Tagore’s legacy make it a beautiful autumn getaway.
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Passing through the semi-arid landscapes of Gujarat into the lush hills of Udaipur, this road trip is perfect for autumn with cooler weather. Udaipur, known for its lakes and palaces, looks particularly enchanting under the soft autumn sun.
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