Weddings in India are a massive affair. The need for social distancing might have saved some of you from celebrating with your mausi ke phuppi ki mummy. If you did have a big fat wedding but didn't have at least three types of starters and four types of desserts, you sir, have failed in accomplishing the only goal your parents had for you.
Alas, all of this extravagance costs money. Money that most of you had hidden away for a honeymoon in an exotic location with your partner. What if I told you, you could still have the honeymoon of your dreams under 10K in India? Scroll below and bookmark these 10 locations, who unlike your wedding won’t cost a bomb!
Please note, the expenditure in the list below does not include flight costs.
Who needs the Maldives when you can fly off to the equally gorgeous island of Andamans? The shimmering turquoise blue waters are here to make your honeymoon charming, enchanting and thrilling. In Andaman, you can take a romantic walk on white sand beaches and then go scuba diving with your partner. From romance to adventure, all in the budget is the calling card for Andamans.
How to reach: Fly to Port Blair or go by ship via Kolkata or Chennai.
Places to stay: Blue Lagoon Resort, Kanchan’s nest, Hotel Shreesh have rooms starting from INR 1200 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2000 - 2500, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Romantic sunset stroll at Radhanagar beach, snorkelling in Red Skin or Jolly Buoy Island; touring the heritage gem of Ross Island, Scuba at Havelock.
Experience Rajasthan while you are being treated like royalty. From history seeping through every brick of the city, to the streets that are filled with the heavenly aroma of flavoursome local food, Udaipur is one of the best budget getaways.
How to reach: Maharana Pratap is the closest airport, located 23 km from the city.
Places to stay: The Hosteller Udaipur has private rooms starting at INR 1000 a night and Zostel Udaipur from INR 2200 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2500 - 3000, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: An amorous boat ride from Lake Pichola to Jag Mandir Palace; an exciting hilly drive to Summer fort and Kumbhalgarh; a private dinner of authentic Rajasthani Thali
From tea plantations to rolling hills that are always engulfed in misty clouds, Ooty has been attracting tourists for decades. This quaint little hill station is known for having pleasant weather all-round the year and chocolates that melt in your mouth.
How to reach: Take a train to Mettupalayam and drive uphill to reach Ooty. Meter gauge trains are also available from Mettupalayam. Coimbatore is the nearest airport.
Places to stay: Guesthouses that start at INR 1000 a night
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2000, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: A stroll through the Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake and Tea estates. Drive to the sunset point to experience the breathtaking view of Doddabetta.
Who doesn’t want to have a memorable trip with the backdrop of snowy peaks, tea gardens, monasteries, and unknown hilly trails? Sitting on the lap of the Eastern Himalayas, Darjeeling is one of the best honeymoon destinations in India.
How to reach: Bagdogra in Siliguri is the nearest airport. Darjeeling is 5 hours uphill drive from there. One can also experience the fascinating toy train ride from New Jalpaiguri.
Places to stay: Dekeling Hotel, Ramber’s Nesting Homestay have rooms starting from INR 1500
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2000-2500, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Spot Khangchendzonga and watch the sunrise at Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, Mall Road and Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park.
Kashmir, known as heaven on Earth, should be the idyllic destination for a romantic getaway. A perfect or even better replacement of Switzerland, Srinagar is surrounded by colourful flowers, glistening Dal Lake and snow-capped mountains. You can escape finding tranquillity and peace in the lakes of Srinagar.
How to reach: Srinagar has an airport (named Sheikh ul Alam Airport) and railway station.
Places to stay: Houseboats of Srinagar start from INR 1500 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2500, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: A romantic shikara ride in the Dal Lake, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashme Shahi, Hazratbal Shrine and Pari Mahal.
Get ready to recreate Bollywood music videos in the charming hill station of Munnar. Hold your loved one’s hand as you stroll through the verdant tea gardens in the misty hill station of Kerala. The three rivers namely Mattupetti, Periavaru, and Nallathanni, add beauty to the allure of Munnar. Nestled between the hills of Munnar, tumbling down the mountains is the is a pristine waterfall named Atukkad Waterfall, where a romantic escapade is a must.
How to reach: Cochin is the nearest airport and Aluva is the closest railhead.
Places to stay: Treebo Trend Wanderlust Residency Munnar, Shamrock Holiday Home, have rooms starting from INR 2200 a night.
Duration of stay: 2-3 days
Total price range: INR 3000, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Relax in peace as you stroll through the tea plantations, bending roads of Ghats and Anamudi hills, Attukad waterfall.
The backwaters of Alleppey have a rare romantic touch to it, and hence should be on your list of destinations. Skip the canals of Venice and hop into a Kettuvalam (houseboat) and cruise and embrace nature’s unperturbed beauty along the banks. To tie the whole trip up, take a couple’s spa and find your connection.
How to Reach: Cochin International Airport (approx 80 km) is the nearest airport to Alleppey. If you’re travelling by train, Alleppey has its railway station.
Places to stay: Time Square Boutique Hotel and Malayalam Lake Resort have rooms starting at INR 1600 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2500, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Marari Beach, Backwaters of Kuttanad, Pathiramanal, Alleppey Beach and Krishnapuram Palace.
A perfect blend of old charm and fresh essence, Shillong offers a huge list of experiences to its travellers. The location is bliss of solitude, set amongst the flurry clouds where the pine trees flutter in the vast hills. The gorgeous scenery, that looks like a painting hung in your room is the perfect location for a romantic hideout. Chase those multiple waterfalls of Shillong with your spouse on a budget!
How to reach: Nearest airport and railway station is in Guwahati.
Places to stay: Rockski Boutique Bed & Breakfast and Hotel Indiana have rooms starting from INR 2200 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 3000, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Elephant Falls, Umiam Lake, Shillong Peak & View Point, Don Bosco Museum, David Scott Trail, Sweet Falls, Laitlum Canyons, Police Bazar, Ward’s Lake, Phan Nonglait Park, Nohkalikai Falls.
The lush green and misty hills of Coorg are often compared to those of Scotland. Located in the western ghats of Karnataka, Coorg is famous for its scintillating beauty and rich culture. The undulating hills of Coorg are dotted with the coffee plantation, tea gardens, orange groves, and streams running around them. The fresh crisp air of Coorg will engulf your senses and the flora and fauna are a feast for your eyes.
How to reach: Mangalore Airport, located about 160 km away, is the nearest airport to Coorg. Mysore Railway Station is the nearest railway head from Coorg.
Places to stay: The Coorg Heaven and The Coorg Anekad Jungle resort have rooms starting from INR 2000 a night.
Duration of stay: 3-4 days
Total price range: INR 2600-2800, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Golden Temple, Abbey Falls, Coffee Plantation Tour, Kaveri River, Iruppu Falls.
Binsar is a quiet hamlet hidden away in the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand. If you are looking for some quiet and peaceful time away from the city, Binsar is your answer. Enjoy a weekend amidst the hills of Binsar.
How to reach: Pantnagar airport is the nearest airport to Binsar, and Kathgodam Railway station is the nearest railhead to Binsar.
Places to stay: Stars & Pines and Savoy Hotel have rooms starting from INR 1300 a night.
Duration: 2-3 days
Total price range: INR 2000, per day including accommodation, food and activities.
Key attractions: Binsar Hill, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Khali Estate
With the list in your hand, now all you need to do is have the wedding and the honeymoon of your dreams without compromising on anything. Thank me later :-)
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