Cavelossim

Cavelossim is a beach town situated at a distance of 17 km from Margao in South Goa. The town of Cavelossim hosts a magnificent sea beach which is the prime attraction of the place. The peaceful environment and natural beauty of the place is mesmerizing. Dolphins are also sighted at Cavelossim. Other attractions near Cavelossim include Old Goa, Calangute Sea Beach, Dudhsagar Waterfalls, Panaji, Naval Aviation Museum, Terekhol Fort and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary. The Cavelossim Beach is not much frequented by Indian tourists but its popularity among foreign tourists is increasing day by day.

How to Reach from Mumbai

Trains are running from Mumbai to Margao. Buses and hired cars are available from Margao to reach Cavelossim.

Accommodation at Cavelossim

The Bike Old Anchor Resort
Tariff - Rs. 3000-6000/-
Tel: (0832) 2871180
Gaffino's Beach Resort
Tariff - Rs. 1500-2000/-
Tel: (0832) 2871441

Bhaithiri

Bhaithiri is an offbeat destination situated in Wayanad district in Kerala. Situated at a height of 700 m, the place is blessed with unending natural beauty. The serenity, light breeze, undulating hills and chirping of birds make Bhaithiri amazing and awe inspiring. Apart from coffee and tea plantations, Bhaithiri is surrounded by various types of trees and forests. You can visit Pookot Lake, Edakkal Cave and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. The best time to visit Bhaithiri is during the monsoon. One can also go for adventure sports like rock climbing, boating and trekking.

How to Reach from Chennai

Trains are running from Chennai to Kozhikode. Buses and cars are available from Kozhikode to reach Bhaithiri. Distance is 62 km.

Accommodation at Bhaithiri

Bhaithiri Resort
Tariff - Rs. 9000-13000/-
Tel: (04936) 256800
Hotel Green Paradise
Tariff - Rs. 2500-4000/-
Tel: (04936) 320137
Mishti Heights
Tariff - Rs. 2500-3500/-
Tel: (04936) 256644

Devbagh

Devbagh is a small island adjoining the town of Karwar in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is an offbeat destination ideal for those who love to spend their vacation in peace and tranquility. The prime attraction of Devbagh is the pristine and serene sea beach. Facilities for water sports like para-sailing and snorkeling are available. You can also visit the nearby fishing village or just watch the coming and going of the fishing boats. The point where the River Kali meets the sea is another attraction.

Devbagh Beach

How to Reach from Bangalore

Devbagh is 395 km from Bangalore. Trains are running from Bangalore to Karwar. Hired cars are available from Karwar to reach Devbagh.

Accommodation at Devbagh

Devbagh Beach Resort
Tariff - Rs. 4800/-
Tel: 8025597021

Junagadh

Junagadh is a historical town in the Indian state of Gujarat. The city lies at the foot of the Girnar hills at a distance of 376 km from Ahmedabad. The main attraction of the place is the Junagadh Fort which was originally built in 319 BC. The ancient Buddhist caves and the huge, fifteen feet cannon is really worth seeing. Another place of tourist interest is the Girnar Hill. One has to climb around 10,000 steps in order to reach the top of the hill. Various Jain temples are situated atop the hill. Damodar Kund, built in 500 AD, is a sacred bathing tank which lies a km away from the foot of the Girnar hill. Other attractions in Junagadh include Sakkarbaug Zoological Garden, Science Museum, Willingdon Dam and Damodarji Temple.

Damodar Kund

How to Reach from Ahmedabad

Junagadh is 376 km from Ahmedabad. Buses and trains are available from Ahmedabad to reach Junagadh.

Accommodation at Junagadh

Hotel Girnar
Tel: 9727723944

Kunzum

Kunzum Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Eastern Kunzum Range of the Himalayas. The Kunzum Pass lies at an altitude of 4551 m above sea level and connects the Lahaul Valley with the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh. The sky blue backdrop with the mesmerizing view of the Bara-Sigri and Chota-Sigri Glaciers makes Kunzum a heaven for tourists. There is a temple dedicated to Kunzum Mata which is a must see. A 8 km trek from the Kunzum Pass leads one to the Chandratal Lake which is situated at a height of 14,100 ft. The best time to visit Kunzum Pass is during the months of June to September.

Kunzum Pass

How to Reach from Delhi

Trains and buses are available from Delhi to reach Kalka. Toy trains, buses and cars are plying from Kalka to Shimla. Hired cars are available from Shimla to reach Kaza. Kunzum is 78 km from Kaza.

Accommodation at Keylong

Hotel Valley View
Tariff - Rs. 1000/-
Tel: (01900) 222666
Hotel Snow Land
Tariff - Rs. 650-850/-
Tel: (01900) 222219

Bhalukpong

Bhalukpong is a small town located in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. The town is 52 km from Tezpur and serves as an entry point to Arunachal Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of 7000 ft above sea level, Bhalukpong is blessed with scenic natural beauty. The prime attraction of Bhalukpung is the Tipi Orchidarium which hosts an amazing collection of 300 species of orchids. Kameng river flows by the side of the town. Opportunities for various adventure sports such as trekking, hitch hiking, angling and river rafting make the destination more popular among tourists. The banks of the picturesque Kameng river is a great picnic spot too. You may also visit the Sesa Orchidarium, 24 km from Tipi Orchidarium which hosts a mind blowing collection of around 80 species of orchids.

Bhalukpong

How to Reach from Guwahati

Bhalukpong is 230 km from Guwahati. Cars and buses are available from Guwahati to reach Tezpur. Bhalukpong is located at a distance of 52 km from Tezpur.

Accommodation at Bhalukpong

Arunachal Tourism Forest Guest House
Tel: (03782) 234424

Biharinath

Biharinath is a beautiful hill spot in Bankura District of West Bengal. It is also known as Araku Valley of West Bengal. The beauty of the place increases during winter and spring time. Biharinath Dham is located at the foot of this hill. There are temples of Lord Shiva, Goddess Durga and Kali temple. You can also walk through the Sal forests to the nearby tribal villages.

Biharinath Hill

How to Reach from Kolkata

You can reach Durgapur or Raniganj from Howrah by train. From there you have to reach Biharinath hill via Damodar Bridge, Mejia and Saltora. Biharinath is 25 km from Raniganj.

Accommodation at Biharinath

Zilla Parishad Atithi Bhavan
Tariff - Double Bed Rs. 400/-
Tel: 9647902125
Biharinath Tourist Point
Tel: 8017202499