Delhi

Here are some amazing places to getaway during the Delhi winters:

• Jaipur – Popularly known as the Pink City, Jaipur experiences a heavy flow of tourism during the winter months given its dry winters.
• Agra – The city that hosts the elegant Taj Mahal enjoys a pleasant weather during the winter and is also peak season time.

There are various adventure activities that kids can enjoy in Delhi. Some popular places for adventure are:

• Lock N Load – This is an indoor paintball arena put up at the pacific mall. This place also has laser tag to play.
• Power paragliding – Sohna, Gurgaon.
• Adventure Island – Entertainment zone and amusement park.
• Botanix Nature resort – This resort has so many challenging activities that will have the kids physically active like Swinging bridge, pottery making, tug of war, Burma Bridge, etc.

The lists of Himalayan treks are never ending. Here is a list of the most convenient treks from Delhi with different difficulty levels:

• Chadar Trek –lasts for 9 days and is very challenging
• Nag Tibba trek – easy trek at the highest peak of the lesser Himalayan region.
• Roopkund trek – moderate level of difficulty and takes about a week.
• Hampta pass – easy trek level for 4-5 days.

Some of the best places to visit for couples in Delhi are:

• Fio and Magique – This garden of 5 senses provides a romantic date setting with striking lightning and delicious dining options.
• Parthasarathy rocks – Nothing could get as romantic as sitting atop the rocks of this place and witnessing the sunset among lush greenery.

The top two restaurants for a romantic candlelight dinner in the city would be:

• Cherie – This opulent restaurant serves French and Italian cuisine and is located at Mehrauli.
• Lodi, The Garden – This tranquil modern European restaurant is located at Mausam Bhavan and serves delicious gourmet dishes made from seasonal and organic produce.

The adventure activities within 100 km from Delhi are:

• Power paragliding – Sohna, Gurgaon (42 km)
• F9 Go Karting – Gurgaon (42 km)
• Flyboy Air safari – Gurgaon (42 km)
• Rock climbing session – near Qutub Minar
• Activities at the bank of Damdama Lake – Gurgaon (42 km)

Delhi has a diverse range of population and there are many places that fit them all. Some of them are:

• Worlds of wonder- It is an amusement and water park with exciting rides for all age groups in Noida.
• Lodi Garden – It is a city park where you can see some popular monuments or just have a family picnic in the garden.

Be it adrenaline rushing activities or peaceful rejuvenating getaways, the suburbs and small towns that offer these are not too far from Delhi. Here is a small list of places you could visit during your weekend from Delhi:

• Rishikesh – 242 km away, popular for rafting.
• Mussoorie – 275 km away, adventure park in Mussoorie has various activities to try.
• Nainital – 296 km away, famous for wildlife tours
• Kasol – 528 km away, Camping & Trek.
• Manali – 537 km away, skiing and paragliding in this region is very popular.

Manali is a popular hill station not only for its picturesque views but also the list of adventure activities in this Himalayan town is never ending. Given its snowy mountain caps and beautiful hilltops, Manali offers a range of activities like:

• Zorbing
• Paragliding
• Trekking
• Rafting
• Take a dip in the hot springs amidst the chilly hills – Not very adventurous, but definitely relaxing.

Some points of interest for kids in Delhi are:

• National Zoological Park – chief wildlife attraction in Delhi with various species of birds and animals
• Kingdom of Dreams – Live entertainment with theatrical performances.
• Adventure Island – Entertainment zone and amusement park.

Himachal with many valleys and peaks has so many treks to try. Generally these treks are best taken between May to October. Some of the popular treks in Himachal are:

• Indrahar Pass trek – it is not very challenging and lasts for over 5 days.
• Beas Kund Trek – easy trek level and takes over a week
• Chandratal Baralacha Trek – Moderate level of difficulty, takes about 11-12 days to complete the trek.
• Hampta Pass trek - Moderate level of difficulty, takes about 12-15 days to complete the trek.

• Botanix Nature resort – Swinging bridge, pottery making, tug of war are some activities that you can play here.
• Heritage Village resort and spa – Karaoke Sessions, Horse and camel ride, DJ night are some fun activities at this resort.
• Ashok Country Resort – Located in Rajokri, it is a perfect place to unwind from the stressful workload. It is not too far from the city centre and provides exceptionally soothing Ayurvedic spa treatments.

The Valley of flowers trek is like no other situated in the region of Uttarakhand. It is a moderate difficulty trek and you need to be careful of slippery sections of the trail.

You will be trekking between valleys of wild flowers and species of flowers that is hard to see elsewhere. It is an absolute treat to nature lovers. It takes about 6 days to complete this trek!

The Damdama Lake resort is the perfect place if you are looking for a quick adventurous getaway. It is located on the edge of the Damdama lake with a backdrop of the Aravalli hills.

The adventure activities that they offer are in plenty. Some of which are:

• Artificial Rock climbing
• Target jumping
• Zip lining
• Boating
• Commando net
• Valley crossing
• Jumaring
• Air walking
• Suspension bridge

The purpose of a corporate outing is to bring together the people of a workplace, to allow them to bond and have fun together.

Here are some resorts that are great for a corporate one day team outing near Delhi  and the reason why:

• Blue Pine Resort, Lansdowne – great for corporate groups due to the team games available like tug of war, etc. and bonfire facility.
• Aravali Resorts – indoor and outdoor games, sports arena.
• Neemrana Fort – two exotic pools to chill at, zip lining, ayurvedic spa, a great place to dismiss all your stress.

Although the Himalayas go hand in hand with trekking, there are several other adventures that you can try at these great hilly regions. Some very popular ones are:

• Paragliding in Ladakh – jumping from as high as 13, 000 ft above sea level, it is an enthralling experience where you can enjoy the view of the whole of Ladakh.
• Heli-Skiing in Himachal Pradesh – Ski over powdery spread snow in this region, post a short helicopter ride.
• Yak Safaris in Ladakh – Explore this cold desserts various terrains.
• Mountain Biking from Leh to Manali – Enjoy a beautiful view en route your ride.

With various resorts to choose from the suburbs of Delhi, couples specifically look for privacy. Here are some resorts perfect to visit with your loved one:

• Surjivan Resort – Only 29 km from Delhi, this resort has a village setting with enough space in between each villa making it apt for couples.
• Heritage village resort and spa – perfect for couples looking to rejuvenate together, this resort offers splendid Ayurvedic spa treatments that will help you relax among the quietude of the place.
• The tree house resort – This vibrant resort offers a unique experience by offering tree top rooms making your stay adventurous and romantic.
• Botanix Nature Resort – this resort is for nature lovers. You will be nestled among greenery and take nice romantic walks with your loved one.

 Treks in this region will take your breath away, thus, the name “land of the Gods”. Some of the famous treks in Uttarakhand are:

• Gangotri Glacier Trek – Most popular trek of about 5 days, largest in Indian Himalayan ranges and the Ganga river.
• Deorital and Chandrashila Trek – short 4 day trek with fantastic views.
• Valley of flowers trek – 4 to 5 days, you will experience a plethora of different flowers on your way.
• 
  

Apart from trekking, some other adventure activities that you can do in Uttarakhand are:

• Alaknanda river rafting in Haridwar
• Bungee jumping in Rishikesh at Mohan Chutti
• Flying Fox in Rishikesh
• Skiing in Badrinath at Auli

There are several tour organizers that can book your camping expeditions. Some of the top spots for camping near Delhi are:

• Camp Mustang – Sohna Road, 50 km from Delhi.
• Camp Tikkling – Gurgaon, 60 km from Delhi
• Camp Wild Dhauj – 61.5 km from Delhi
• Damdama Lake – Gurgaon, 62.5 km from Delhi

Be it adrenaline rushing activities or peaceful rejuvenating getaways, the suburbs and small towns that offer these are not too far from Delhi. Here is a small list of places you could visit during your weekend from Delhi:

• Rishikesh – 242 km away
• Jaipur – 268 km away
• Mussoorie – 275 km away
• Nainital – 296 km away
• Shimla – 340 km away
• Dharamshala – 474 km away
• Kasol – 528 km away
• Manali – 537 km away

Delhi is surrounded by various low-key but beautiful spots that you can ride to. Here are some riding routes where you can also enjoy the view while on your trip:

• Agra – 2 hours duration via Yamuna Expressway
• Mussoorie – longer ride of about 7 hours. Delhi to Dehradun to hilltop Mussoorie.
• Shimla – via Chandigarh, around 2-3 hours from there.
• Jaipur – the pink city is a 7 hour bike ride from Delhi
• Nainital – You will be stopping at quite a few places on this ride. Delhi – Hapur-Moradabad – Rampur – Nainital. Entire journey takes only 6 hours.

Delhi is surrounded by various low-key but beautiful spots that you can ride to. Here are some ride ways where you can also enjoy the view on your way:

• Agra – 2 hours duration via Yamuna Expressway
• Mussoorie – long ride of about 7 hours. Delhi to Dehradun to hilltop of Mussoorie.
• Shimla – via Chandigarh, around 2-3 hours from there.
• Jaipur – the pink city is a 7 hour bike ride from Delhi
• Nainital – You will be stopping at quite a few places on this ride. Delhi – Hapur-Moradabad – Rampur – Nainital. The entire journey takes only 6 hours.

Manali is 535 km from Delhi and takes about 11 hours to reach by road. Winter season is the peak season in Manali, from the months October to February and is the best time to visit. You can experience beautiful snowfall during the month of Jan.

Some famous places for Rafting near Delhi are:

• Indus Lake, Ladakh – INR 1500, covers about 25 km
• Beas River, Kullu & Manali – INR 400 – INR 600, covers around 14 km.
• Ganga River, Rishikesh – INR 600, covers from 16 to 30 km.
• Spiti River, Himachal – cost varies on distance
• Bhagirathi river, Uttarakhand - varies on distance

Rishikesh is 240 km away from Delhi and takes approximately 5 hours to get there by road. There are several activities that the place has to offer.

 You could pre- arrange for the activities through tour packages. Some of the daring adventure activities in Rishikesh are:

• River Rafting – Most popular in the region.
• Cliff jumping
• Rappelling
• Bungee jumping
• Swing
• Flying fox
• Waterfall trekking

Manali is a popular hill station not only for its picturesque views but also the list of adventure activities in this Himalayan town is never ending. Given its snowy mountain caps and beautiful hilltops, Manali offers a range of activities like:

• Zorbing
• Paragliding
• Trekking
• Rafting
• Take a dip in the hot springs amidst the chilly hills

There are quite a few places offering Laser Tag sessions in Delhi. However, some of the top most and well equipped ones are:

• Lock N Load – Costs around INR 300 per head
• Speedy Singh’s – Cost around INR 200 per head

Although being a small town, few places of attraction in Manali not to be missed are: 

• Rohtang Valley
• Solang Valley – famous for paragliding
• Hidimba Devi Temple
• Bhrigu Lake

Delhi being nestled among beautiful small towns, forests and hills, also has some waterfalls not too far away that can be enjoyed. Some of the most popular ones are:

• Corbett Falls – This scenic waterfall surrounded by dense teak forests is only 5 hours and 30 min from Delhi.
• Kempty Falls – One of the best waterfalls in Uttarakhand, Kempty Falls is 7 hours from Delhi.
• Bhatta Falls – This beautiful fall that falls into a naturally encircled pool is a major attraction in Mussoorie, only 7 hours from Delhi.
• Tiger Falls – Located amidst hilly terrain, this waterfall near Dehradun is 8 hours and 15 min from Delhi.
• Patna waterfalls – Popular for the limestone caves located near the falls, Patna Waterfalls is 7 hours from Delhi.
• Neer Garh waterfalls – This waterfall that has an adventurous trek to get through to reach is also a great place to take a dip at. It is 6 hours and 30 min from Delhi.

There are several tours organized by companies for rappelling in Delhi. Some of the popular places where this activity takes place are:

• Adventure Park
• Fins camp
• Youreka campouts
• Jogini waterfall – near Manali . Unique experience of waterfall rappelling.

Here are a few places where you can enjoy paintballing:

• The Paintball and Co. – This is by far the most convenient paintball company as they can set up an arena for you anywhere in the city provided you give them the necessary facilities. Nevertheless, they prefer having you over at their well set up place located in Gurgaon. The place is always booked, so it is suggested that you make an online booking to avoid last minute disappointments.
• Lock N Load – this is an indoor paintball arena put up at the pacific mall. This place also has laser tag to play.

Famous wildlife sanctuary/safaris near Delhi are:

• Sariska National Park, Rajasthan – 230 km away
• Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand – 220 km away
• Corbett Tiger Reserve, Uttarakhand – 230 km away

Rishikesh is 240 km away from Delhi and takes approximately 5 hours to get there by road. There are several activities that the place has to offer. You could pre- arrange for the activities through tour packages. Some of the daring adventure activities in Rishikesh are:

• River Rafting
• Cliff jumping
• Rappelling
• Bungee jumping
• Swing
• Flying fox
• Waterfall trekking

Famous wildlife sanctuary/safaris near Delhi are:

• Sariska National Park, Rajasthan – 230 km away
• Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand – 220 km away
• Corbett Tiger Reserve, Uttarakhand – 230 km away

There are various tour operators that can arrange for a cycling tour for you around the city. Here are some of them with few of the places that they cover:

• Shah Jahan Bicycle tours – Chawri Bazaar, Red Fort and Jama Masjid.
• Haveli Bicycle tours - Chandni Chowk, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Ballimaran, etc.
• Raj Bicycle tours – Turkman gate and Ajmeri Gate, Paharganj, Presidential palace.
• Yamuna Bicycle tours – Nigambodh Ghat, St.James Church.

Some famous places for Rafting near Delhi are:

• Indus Lake, Ladakh – INR 1500, covers about 25 km
• Beas River, Kullu & Manali – INR 400 – INR 600, covers around 14 km.
• Ganga River, Rishikesh – INR 600, covers from 16 to 30 km.
• Spiti River, Himachal – cost varies with distance
• Bhagirathi river, Uttarakhand - varies with distance

Rishikesh experiences huge demands for its rafting facilities. The best months to go rafting there would be from February to May and October and November. Avoid planning rafting there during the monsoon season.

There are quite a few places for Go-Karting in Delhi. The most preferred ones are:

• Wonder Speedway- great track for karting.
• Speedy singh – offers other activities like laser tag and paintball too.
• F9 Karting – most economical.

Although Delhi has a sultry weather, it is not too far from enjoying the cool chills of hill stations. Here are some popular hill stations around Delhi:

• Dehradun – 243 km
• Nahan – 250.6 km
• Lansdowne – 260 km
• Nainital – 296 km
• Mussoorie -322 km
• Shimla – 342 km
• Dharamshala – 474 km
• Manali – 537.5 km

You can’t find a more pocket-friendly place than Delhi for shopping. With numerous markets to explore, do not worry which ones to go to.

While most sell homogeneous products, only the price may vary which is highly negotiable in the small stalls in the market. Here is a list of some of the major markets that Delhi offers:

• Dilli Haat
• Janpath Market and Palika Bazaar
• Sarojini Nagar
• South extension
• Khan market
• Chandni chowk
• Karol Bagh
• Connaught place
• Paharganj
• Lajpat Nagar
• Greater Kailash

Here is a list of best restaurants with different cuisines in Delhi:

• Shang Palace – located in Connaught place and serves Chinese.
• Sorrento – located in Connaught place and serves Italian.
• Tamra – located in Connaught place and serves Asian (Indian, Chinese and Japanese)
• Oriental Octopus – located on Lodhi road, it is vegetarian friendly and also has gluten free options.
• Tadka – located on Nehru Baazar Ramdwara Road and serves Indian food.

Nightlife is often misunderstood to solely be clubbing. However, there is so much more to it than just that. Here are the best nightclubs in Delhi that will keep your feet tapping:

• Ghungroo – Opens at 10:30 pm, located in ITC Sheraton.
• Agni – Located at the Park hotel and is open until 12:30 PM
• Kitty Su – located in The Lalit, open until 12:30 PM
• Raasta – located in Cyber hub.

              Here is a list of other things you can do at night:

• Hard Rock Cafe – for a musical night by live bands
• Hybrid - for unique music collections
• Yellow brick Road- a 24 hour open restaurant in Taj Vivanta
• JNU Dhaba – amazing street food

Some of the distinct cafes of the city are:

• Kunzum Travel Cafe – perfect for people consumed by wanderlust. It features worldly photography, magazines, brochures, books and music.
• Mocha art house – located in Vasant Kunj, it is an art gallery-cafe that serves delicious organic food and coffees from around the world.
• Rose cafe – stylish interiors cafe with great food in Hauz Khas Village.
• Rumbar- Book cafe serving Mediterranean food in Hauz Khas Village.

The places for great street food in Delhi are never ending. Here is a list of the best ones:

• Dilli Haat – has many food stalls to choose from.
• Paranthe wali Gali – budget friendly locale for great varieties of parathas.
• Lala Babu Chaat Bhandar – Authentic and affordable chaat in Chandni Chowk
• Prince Paan and Chaat corner – popular for its variety of Paan, located in Greater Kailash.

Delhi is nestled amidst many beautiful places that you can simply drive down to. Few of the feasible ones with beautiful views are:

• Morni – nearby hill station with dense forests and scenic views, only 5 hours away by drive.
• Damdama Lake – It takes only 1 hour and 30 min to reach this famous and beautiful lake where you can plan a picnic.
• Murthal – for those seeking gastronomical delights, this drive is for you, only 1 hour and 30 min away from the city.
• Parwanoo – quite a long drive that may last up to 6 hours, this place is at the foothills of Himalayas and is definitely worth the long drive.

Amongst the numerous pubs in the city, some off the best ones are:

• Kitty Su – top-notch discotheque located in The Lalit, serves great drinks and plays good music.
• Privee – a perfect party destination at Hotel Shangrila.
• Agni – located in Connaught places, serves global food that goes great with the music and drinks.

Museums in Delhi are in plenty. Some of the popular ones are:

• National museum – features artifacts of Indian culture.
• National Gallery of Modern Art - brain child of Jawaharlal Nehru, features Indian modern art.
• Crafts Museum – features old crafts of Mithila wall painting, Khadi textile looms, ornate temple carvings, etc.

The best water parks in Delhi with the ticket fee are:

• Worlds of Wonder – Noida, Ticket fee – INR 700-1000 depending on age and day.
• Splash the water park – G.T.Road, INR 600, packages available.
• Aapno Ghar – Gurgaon, INR 750.

Delhi has plenty of temples that are worth visiting. The most popular among them are:

• The Lotus Temple – Bahai house of worship located in Bahapur.
• Akshardham Temple – It is a spiritual cultural campus located in Noida.
• Hanuman Mandir – features a magnificent huge statue of Hanuman which 108 ft.
• Birla Mandir – also known as the Laxmi Narayan Temple, located in Mandir Marg.
• ISKCON temple – institution dedicated to Lord Krishna, Hare Krishna Hill.

By road, it takes almost a whole day to get to Ladakh from Delhi. It is a stretch of about 1011 km and should take a little more than 24 hours considering the number of stops you make take on your trip.

• Indrahar Pass trek – it is not very challenging and lasts for over 5 days.
• Beas Kund Trek – easy trek level and takes over a week
• Chandratal Baralacha Trek – Moderate level of difficulty, takes about 11-12 days to complete the trek.
• Hampta Pass trek - Moderate level of difficulty, takes about 12-15 days to complete the trek.
• Pin Parvati Trek -  The trek is a slightly difficult with a mix of high gradients, gradual ascents, picturesque mountains, and beautiful passes. It takes about 16 days to carry out this trek.

Treks in this region will take your breath away, thus, the name “land of the Gods”. Some of the famous treks in Uttarakhand are:

• Gangotri Glacier Trek – Most popular trek of about 5 days, largest in the Indian Himalayan ranges and the Ganga river.
• Deorital and Chandrashila Trek – short 4 day trek with fantastic views.
• Valley of flowers trek – 4 to 5 days, you will experience a plethora of different flowers on your way.

Himalayas being a massive range of mountains, offers treks for all levels. Some of the most comfortable and advisable treks for beginners are:

• Chopta Chandrashila – Moderate level trek, takes about 4-5 days. It is 3925 ft high.
• Chopta Tungnath – Easy trek that lasts for 4 days. It is as high as 12073 ft.
• Dayara Bugyal – It is 12,500 ft high, this trek lasts for a week and is an easy trek.
• Hampta Pass – easy level of trek, lasts for about 4-5 days.

There are several places to visit in the suburbs of Delhi. Some of the nearby famous places are:

• Gurgaon – this city is only 35 km from Delhi and is often known as the Millennium city.
• Tughlaqabad Fort – Representing the Tughlaq dynasty, this ruined fort is only 20 km away from the city and is great for a one-day trip near Delhi.
• Manesar – this industrial town is 59 km from Delhi.

• Vrindavan – 142 km, famous for temples and pilgrim
• Mathura – 147 km away, famous for palaces and rivers
• Bharatpur – 182 km, famous for wildlife, forts, parks.