Road Trips From Delhi | 9 Locations Worth a Shot!

The weekend is around the corner and who doesn’t want a change from the busy weekly schedule? Everyone needs a break from their monotonous lives. One-day road trips are a perfect way out to have your bit of enjoyment.

Weekend road trips are extremely beneficial as they don’t need you to plan and pack extensively. Just get your car’s fitness tested, fuel up and get going! These short road trips save an extra amount of energy and those extra bucks that longer trips cost you.

Read on to find out 9 exciting places to choose from to have a memorable road trip this weekend:

1. Murthal:
   Just 43 kms away from Delhi, Murthal is a perfect foodie destination. The lip-smacking paranthas loaded with butter are worth enough to attract a foodie towards this place. There are a few famous dhabas that are there to satisfy your tummy with this extremely delicious food they serve. Enough said for a foodie trip for the weekend!

   

2. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary:
   If you are a road trip enthusiast you would love this one! You get to travel by  The Yamuna Expressway which is the best road in the country till date. Rev your car to the fullest on your way to this beautiful sanctuary and you might spot a Siberian crane if you are the lucky one!
   This is a trip which needs a good highway drive and for a good highway drive, you need perfectly tuned wheels. Get your wheels tuned here for a perfect highway drive.
   

   

3. Mussoorie:
   Mussoorie is a very good option for a road trip giving you a relief from Delhi’s scorching heat. You can experience waterfalls, ropeways, exciting markets but unfortunately, you have to travel through bad road conditions to reach the hill-top. To avoid any kind of uncomfortable ride in these bumpy roads, get your car’s suspension and wheels checked here before you hit the roads!
   

   

4. Rishikesh:
   Rishikesh is a year-round destination perfect for a family trip as it can cater to both spirituality and adventure. We all know that Rishikesh is famous for its adventurous sports like rafting but the evening Ganga aarti is also worth witnessing. The graffiti art museum, the rock-lined hallways, and the meditation hall are a must visit. The roads on the Delhi-Rishikesh route are pretty good in shape which can help you cover the distance in time but make sure your tyres and brakes work well. Get your car inspected before such a trip to avoid any problem that could make your trip troublesome.
   

   

5. Shimla:
   Shimla is the favourite Indian honeymoon destination. Capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is the most visited hill station of India. Plan your weekend at this beautiful destination and enjoy trek, hike, eat and shop all in a single city. With exciting stopover options on your way to Shimla, you can have a good time on the road even before you reach your destination.
   Talking of the roads, you need to be extremely careful with the driving after Pinjore, as roads are narrow. To ensure a safe drive on narrow roads get your wheels aligned and balanced so that your car moves in a straight line path.
   

   

6. Agra needs no introduction after The Taj Mahal topped the list of the 7 wonders of the world. Agra is home to Mughal structures and relics that are totally worth a visit. This city lies in the northern part of Uttar Pradesh and is accessible by traveling through the Yamuna Expressway with a 4-hour speedy journey.
   

   

7. Jaipur:
   Fond of peacocks? You need to take this trip for sure! You can spot peacocks on your way to the pink city (Jaipur). It takes almost 5 hours vis NH-8 to take you to this city which is the capital city of Rajasthan. There are amazing tourist attractions in Jaipur which can help you to make your trip exciting. These include Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh Fort and many more. You may find traffic congestions at some places and considering the weather, your car’s air conditioner must be working perfectly. Get your air-conditioner checked before you set off for this city.

   

8. Sariska Tiger Reserve:
   Witness the royal predator here at Sariska. The rich flora and fauna and of course the tigers attract the tourists to this location in huge numbers. You can further have a stay in the nearby city of Alwar which is one of the oldest known cities belonging to the Rajput dynasty and experience the Rajputana architectural masterpieces. Many more monuments and sightseeing places can make a perfect weekend trip for you.
   

   

9. Dharamshala:
   Dharamshala, the headquarters of his holiness, The Dalai Lama serves a perfect holiday destination. Furthermore, this place located in the Kangra valley has streams, cool and clean air to breathe attractive surroundings and a nearby snowline. Though this place is a little bit far from other locations, it’s a must visit if you want to enjoy the beautiful and silent side of nature.
   

   

   These road trips are worth having experiences that can make your weekends extremely memorable and enjoyable. But particularly for road trips, get your car tested and checked on various parameters according to the place you are visiting. We at GoMechanic provide comprehensive car care. So, while you prepare for your next trip, let us prepare your car for it!