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The chants of wedding bells have reverberated and two lives have joined each other on a journey of togetherness. The journey obviously starts from that exotic honeymoon which translates all the hustles of marriage into a tranquil escape. In these perennial months of the year in India, the tormenting temperatures and harassing humidity of summers are passé as the winters have struck. Amidst all the craze for foreign honeymoon destinations, at times, the diverse beauty and glory of Indian treasures gets neglected.
We; therefore, have compiled a list of 10 winter honeymoon destinations in India that guarantee a honeylicious romance among the hazy winter hues. Scroll down until you find your best.

10. Daman and Diu

Daman and Diu – a winter honeymoon destination in India
Daman and Diu are small islands in the southern tip of Gujarat. A honeymoon in this sparsely populated union territory is always a blissful blend of the sun, sea and sand which makes it the best among the winter honeymoon destinations in India.
Best honeymoon experiences: Stroll along the cliffs with your partner; cycle around the island; explore the town and its maze of alleys; walk along the beaches of Nagao; go caving; make a wish in the churches; explore the Diu fort and left overs of Portuguese culture and people.
To get here: Fly to Diu Airport, nearest railway station is Vapi
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 10 to 15 days
Best time to visit for a winter honeymoon: November to February
Land Packages: Start from INR 15,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: The Deltin Hotel & Casino; Sugati Beach Resort; Radhika Resort; The Gold Beach Resort; Hotel Kohinoor, Kostamar Beach Resort

9. Jaisalmer

Camel safari in Jaisalmer
A fairytale rising from the mirage of a long lost royalty, Jaisalmer is for those who wish to celebrate their love amidst art and culture. Royal forts to sand dunes – everything is equally enriching.
Best honeymoon experiences: Go for a desert safari, camping and bonfire among the sand dunes; feel the warmth of royal love in the quaint havelis, forts and palaces; celebrate your love amidst the festivals, folk music, dance, arts and craft of this mesmerizing winter honeymoon destinations in India.
To get here: Jodhpur is the closest domestic airport. The city is well connected by trains from almost every part of India, including the glorious Palace on Wheels—a special luxury train run by The Indian Railways.
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 6 to 7 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: October to March
Land packages: Starting from INR 7,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: Hotel Fifu; Hotel Pleasant Haveli; The Desert Resort; Hotel Victoria; Khuri Desert Resort; Suryagarh

8. Udaipur

A warm honeymoon in the winter honeymoon destinations of India
Luxury, love and life–Udaipur has it all in its fairs, festivals and culture. Arrest your selves in the royalties of the forts surrounded by pristine lakes of this royal gem—one of the best winter honeymoon destinations in India.
Best honeymoon experiences: Roam around with your soulmate in the palaces and havelis; explore the city; go for trekking and hiking; sail together on a boat ride in Lake Pichola.
To get here: Fly to Maharana Pratap Airport of Udaipur; Udaipur railway station lies on a vast network connecting it to all major cities in the country.
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 5 to 7 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: October to March
Land Packages: Starting INR 7,000
Hotels for a romantic stay:  Jaiwana Haveli; Trident Udaipur; The Oberoi Udaivilas; Taj Lake Palace; Radisson Blu Udaipur; Boheda Palace

7. Goa

A couple having a candlelit dinner during their winter honeymoon in India
Beach beauty, ain’t it? When everything looks beautiful around you, Goa is the most ideal destination for a classy honeymoon in Indian winters.
Best honeymoon experiences: Camp around and go for a bonfire at the secluded beaches; go for a night out in Goa on a cruise or a floating tent; shop till you drop at the Saturday night market on Anjuna road, indulge in the thrilling watersports in Goa and gamble at some floating casinos with your new found lucky charm.
To get here: Fly to Dabolim Airport near Panjim; major railheads in Goa are Madgaon and Thivim.
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 5 to 10 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: October to January
Land Packages: Starting from INR 15,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: Panchavatti Guest House Retreat; Taj Exotica; Pousada Tauma; Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel; Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa

6. Munnar and Alleppey

Spend a winter honeymoon on a houseboat in Alleppey
Tea plantations, misty mountains and luxurious resorts. These two gems in the God’s own country–Kerala, boast of some of the most ideal winter honeymoon experiences, amidst their ayurvedic ambience.
Best honeymoon experiences: Explore the serenity of Tea plantations, enjoy a romantic walk on the sands of the Western Ghats; go for a safari to Eravikulam National Park and hike along the exotic wildlife in the hills; go for backwater cruises in Kerala on a houseboat in Alleppey.
To get here: Cochin is the nearest airport; the closest railway station–Aluva, is 110 kms away.
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 5 to 6 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: October to March
Land Packages: Starting from INR 8,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: Wild Elephant Resort, KTDC Tea County, Windermere Estate, Blackberry Hills Retreat and Spa, Tea Valley Resort, Deshadan Mountain Resort are some of the best options in Munnar; and in  Alleppey, Kayaloram Lake Resort, Prince Hotel and Coir Village Lake Resort are the ideal ones.
Must Read: Link “16 resorts in Kerala where you’ll yearn to be with your sweetheart” here.

5. Andaman and Nicobar

Dinner in the warmth of sand on the beaches of one of the best winter honeymoon destinations - Andaman
Enough of lands! Splash some waters and rejoice the advent of newfound love in your lives. Go underwater and discover the wonders of seaworld in Andaman.
Best honeymoon experiences: Laze around in the luxurious resorts and hotels in Andaman; pamper your love in the seclusion of quiet beaches; heritage museums and historical places to explore around; test your adventure quotient in scuba diving, snorkeling and watersports.
To get here: Airport in Port Blair gets direct flights from Chennai, Kolkata and New Delhi, Ships sail regularly from harbors of West Bengal.
Ideal honeymoon stay: 6 to 15 days
Best time to visit for honeymoon: October to March
Packages for honeymoon: Start from INR 16,999
Best hotels to stay for honeymoon: Fortune Resort Bay Island, Hotel Driftwood, Sinclairs Bayview, Wild Orchid, Barefoot at Havelock, Silver Sand Havelock
Must Read: Link “3 Legit tips for honeymoon in Andaman” here.

4. Darjeeling

Ride the toy train through the winter clouds in Darjeeling
The rustic charm of this hill station can beat the ass of any other romantic destination in the world. Come winters and the hazy days through the lush green panorama will force you to plant that kiss you’ve been longing to.
Best honeymoon experiences: Explore the beautiful lush greens of the tea plantations; trek along with your better half, hike to the mountains, have a bird’s eye view of the Himalayan heights and Khangchendzonga panorama from Mall road; make love in the surreal warmth of the hills. Don’t forget to take a ride on the heritage toy train.
To get here: Land at Bagdogra Airport, located 96 km away from Darjeeling; nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 5 to 7 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: November to February
Land Packages: Starting from INR 8,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: Dekeling Hotel; Elgin Darjeeling; Sinclairs Darjeeling; Glenburn Tea Estate; Mayfair Darjeeling; Windermere Hotel; Cedar Inn,

3. Kullu and Manali

A couple skiing in one of the best honeymoon places in india in winter
These twin sisters in the Himalayas are the most scenic snow princesses up north. The snow clad hills offer some of the most adventurous honeymooner’s escape during winters.
Best honeymoon experiences: Indulge in Heli skiing, snow skiing, ice skating while it snows the best in Manali; trek to the heights of Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges, go for river rafting in the waters of Beas, paraglide with your partner and dare the skies; laze around in the awesome café culture while you go shopping on Mall road.
To get here: Land at Bhuntar airport, drive from nearby cities like Delhi and Chandigarh.
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 3 to 4 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: November to February
Land Packages:  Starting from INR 6,000
Hotels for a romantic stay: Manu Allaya Resort, Quality Inn River Country Resort in Manali; Neeralaya and Himalayan Hamlet in Kullu

2. Shimla

A couple having fun in the snows of Shimla
The queen of hills has her own charms. A kullad chai in the snow clad lanes, shopping in the lakkad bazaar, hiking up the hills to soak in the chills of cold breeze, Shimla offers you every chance to look back at your love and admire each other.
Best honeymoon experiences: Track back your footprints at the snow clad Scandal Point, explore Mall road, Lakkar Bazaar and five benches road while you walk hand in hand with your new found love; go for skiing and ice skating in Kufri; walk to the Summer hills or enjoy a ride on the heritage toy train.
To get here: 23 km away from Shimla, Jubarhati is the nearest airport and Kalka is the nearest railway station
Ideal honeymoon stay in winters: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit for winter honeymoon: November to March
Land Packages: Starts from INR 5000
Hotels for a romantic stay: The Oberoi Cecil, Shilon Resort, East Bourne Resort & Spa, Radisson Hotel Shimla, Woodville Palace

1. Jammu and Kashmir

A couple enjoying the snow in the valleys of Kashmir
A honeymoon in paradise itself! No comparisons, no metaphors. Ladies and gentlemen, we present to you our very own Switzerland—Jammu and Kashmir.
Best honeymoon experiences: Skiing starts at Gulmarg in December; thus, this honeymoon destination in India is a must on your list. Laze around in a houseboat and soak in the panoramic beauty of snow clad Himalayas in Dal Lake, explore the Mughal Gardens and frozen lakes, learn preparing Kashmiri Wazwan, shop around for woolen and pashmina.
To get here: Fly to Srinagar International Airport from any part of India; nearest railway station is at Udhampur in Jammu.
Ideal honeymoon stay during winters: 5 to 8 days
Best time to visit for honeymoon in winters: November to January
Land Packages: Start from INR 10,000
Best hotels to stay for honeymoon: Heevan Resort, Mirani Resorts, Vivanta Dal View Srinagar by Taj, The Lalit Grand Palace Srinagar, Jamal Resorts, Hotel Dar-Es-Salam
Here ends our list of the best honeymoon destinations in India in winters. So, which one is your pick?
Source @ TravelTriangle
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1. Wine Tour Near Nandi Hills

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HolidayIQ Traveller Gyaan shares, “Nandi hills looks extremely beautiful during sunrise.” Adds HolidayIQ Traveller Pamp from Chandigarh, "If you want a One day trip, If you want to experience uphill driving, If you want to feel fresh then NANDI Hills is the best and easy to approach destination. There are no so many points or places to visit at Nandi Hills but I suggest everyone to experience the view from the Skywalk (which is not completely opened). On the way to Nandi Hills, I saw many people were stopping me at different places to buy Grapes from them. There is a Average Restaurant at Nandi Hills where you can have some South Indian snacks but the best thing about this Restaurant is its location. Take a corner seat and enjoy the food and outside view. It is a family place and you can enjoy by playing games and enjoy uphill walk. Also there are some Machaan type Huts but walk there carefully. I suggest people to go there early in the morning and when you feel the climate conditions is better."


2. Trek To Savandurga


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HolidayIQ Traveller Soumyajit Kundu from Bangalore shares, "At 8:30 PM on Saturday night we were planning for the extended weekend of 3rd April, when suddenly it came to our mind how about a night trek to Savandurga. More opinions followed and it was decided that we go right now. Booked Zoom Car, finalized the team members and set out at 11 PM. I had more responsibilities as no other person knew driving :). We reached there by 1:20 AM. Started trek at 1:40 AM. Reached the top of the 2nd hill at 3:30 AM. There was a small shelter there, and wind speed was more than 20 knots. A team which had reached already had already started a bonfire and we enjoyed it. Had some snacks and took some rest. Some of the group members strolled around to get the beautiful view of Ramanagaram city. At 5 AM, we got ready for the last part of the trek to the last hill which has bull temple. Though it was pitch dark we started our journey slowly and reached the spot by 6 and waited for the beautiful sunrise. Shortly our wait was over and we were overjoyed by the beautiful natural beauty. Some photo sessions and started our journey back as it will get hotter by the day and tougher for trek. We reached back to our base by 9:30 AM and back to Bangalore by 11 Am. It was a journey to remembered and was more fascinating as it was planned in a very short notice."


3. River Rafting In Dandeli


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HolidayIQ Traveller Kriti Goyal shares, “If you are looking to get rid of all contacts from world and dive in the wildness of nature, visit Dandeli. Its un-commercial and doesn't have internet/mobile network network at most times. The best thing to do in Dandeli is Kali River water sports. Long river rafting is a must do. Its a little expensive at 1500 rupees compared to short rafting of some 200-300 rupees, but you'll miss what real rafting is. Long rafting is some 9 km and its second best in India after Rishikesh. Apart from that night safaris, bird watching is pretty famous. Choose your resort wisely.”


4. Hike To Gandikota


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HolidayIQ Traveller Arindam shares, “If you are looking to go to an unusual place, consider going to Gandikota. A 13th century fort beside the Penna River, it is surrounded by the Erramala Hills. Surrounded by a deep valley and impassable hills, it has massive boulders of red granite and the River Pennar that flows about 300 ft below on the west and northern sides. There is a lot of architecture, which might interest you. The Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Granary, Fort Entrance and the Gandikota Gorge Viewpoint will take you back to the ages where the cobbled roads echoed the sound of horses hoof. The main attraction here is  Gorge Viewpoint, which has an uncanny resemblance to the Grand Canyon of Arizona in America. Try spicy Andhra food at Haritha Resort. Wear sturdy shoes as you will have to climb a lot of boulders. To reach the destination, hire a cab from Bangalore. This place is about 280 km from the international airport.”


5. Camping At Honnemardu


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HolidayIQ Traveller Renukaprasad shares, “This place is very scenic and a great picnic spot. It is surrounded by backwaters of River Sharavathi. Overnight stay on the island is very exciting. Take a ride on a coracle and explore the beauty of the island across the lake or go for kayaking and boating. Stay in camps in Honnemardu and enjoy campfire, self-cooked dinner and star-studded sky at night. Nature enthusiasts can take long walks in the surrounding forests and take pleasure in watching various birds and butterflies fluttering around."


6. Tibetian Trail At Bylakuppe


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HolidayIQ Traveller Anju Jayaram shares, “Bylakuppe is the second largest Tibetan settlement in India. It is enroute to Coorg from Mysore. The main attraction is the Tibetan Golden Temple where monks live and perform religious duties. They have vast farmlands and the temple looms in the midst of the land with Tibetan flags fluttering in the wind.”


7. Wildlife Trip To Kabini


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HolidayIQ Traveller Sunil shares, “Kabini is located on the backwaters and a wonderful place to relax. A boat ride in the backwaters is a must. Take a ride into the jungle and try to spot wild animals. Elephant training camp, safari ride and visit the old temple in the island from the resort are a few must do activities. Drive from Bangalore towards Mysore, take the right turn just before entering Mysore towards Hosur and take the ring road towards Hosur. Follow the signboards towards Kabini. The route is very scenic except for the last 15 km, which is pathetic and has potholes.”


8. Refreshing Break At Kalpetta


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HolidayIQ Traveller Saurabh Roy shares, “Kalpetta is a nice weekend getaway from Bangalore. It a small and quiet hill station at the borders of Kerala. Lush green surroundings, fresh air and picturesque scenic beauty make it the destination perfect for nature lovers. The coffee and tea plantions are sure to refesh your tired mind.”


9. Tea Estate Tour In Kudremukh


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HolidayIQ Traveller Amulya Nataraj shares, “It takes around 8 hours to reach Kudremukh from Bangalore. The roads are pretty decent. The ghats section starts once we are close to Belur. You need to travel at least 3 hours in the ghat section. You can see coffee and tea estates on either side of the road. Enjoy the beauty of nature but at the same time, the journey would be bit tiring due to the curve path. There are multiple options for trekking or you can just take a jeep to reach the peak. Hanuman Gundi is a must-visit. You will need to climb down a few steps to reach the falls, which is worth it.”


10. Art Village Tour To Nrityagram


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HolidayIQ Traveller Snehal Jadav shares, “Nrityagram is a art village known for it's dance school (gurukul-based). It is a very quiet and peaceful village with a beautiful atmosphere. We spent a few intense hours at Nrityagram watching living greats in Odissi dance form, rehearse, teach, and go about their daily lives. We met the new generation of students, the musicians too. I will suggest everyone to visit this heritage place, it will be an amazing experience.”

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1. Hike Down The Cascading Jog Falls


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Hike down to the base of the falls and can take a plunge in the water. There are several points from where you can view the beauty of the Jog falls. Watkins platform is one of the popular points to view the falls. HolidayIQ Traveller Prasanna Kumar says, 
“Jog falls is one of the must visit places in Karnataka especially in winter season. Jog Falls situated around 100 km from Shimoga is a very beautiful place to hangout with friends and also family. Transportation facilities are good from Shimoga bus stand as you will find a lot of govt. And private buses to Jog Falls. Though visitors are banned to go down the steps still its worth a visit to this Falls because of its immense beauty. In rainy season you may not get a clear view of the Falls due to heavy fog but still one can enjoy the beauty of it and the atmosphere itself makes you enjoy the trip.”

2. Have A Free Lunch In Varadahalli


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Varadahalli is a small hamlet that is off the main road near the town of Sagar. Free lunch is provided at a communal dining hall every day to all visitors between 12.30 - 14.00 hrs. The fare is a simple vegetarian meal consisting of rice with rasam, sambar, and buttermilk. Note that local traditions require all people to remove their footwear before entering the dining hall, and for all males to remove the shirts at the time of lunch. Also, the seating is on the floor and there are no tables or chairs.
 

3. Visit The Old Stone Temple At Ikkeri


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Ikkeri is best visited on the way back from Varadahalli and has an approx. 500 year beautiful old stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. HolidayIQ Traveller Akshatraj Adij says,  
“Ikkeri was once the capital of Rajas of Keladi. It's just 6 kms from Sagar. Now it is the temple capital of Shivamogga. Aghoreshwara temple is one of the finest examples of Indian temples which has stood since ages.”

4. Take A Rickshaw Ride To Mattur


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The easiest way to get to Mattur is via Shimoga which is one of the main towns in Karnataka. There are plenty of sharing rickshaws and buses plying from any part of Shimoga to Mattur all through the day. There are no restaurants or guest houses in Mattur. One can stay in the village paatshaala (school) or look for home stay options within the village. Mattur is the last Sanskrit speaking village left in India. This village is situated on the banks of the River Tunga and has a beautiful small Lord Rama temple situated on its banks which is one of the few attractions of the village.

5. Spend Sometime Alone At Kudali Sangama


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HolidayIQ Traveller Mssthirdeve recommends visiting Kudali Sangama. Kudali Sangama-14 Kms from Shimoga where Tunga and Bhadra rivers merge. You might not find this place crowded with tourist. This place is like a Land's End since two rivers are meeting, hence, even though people specifically come to this place, there is no place for them to linger on.

6. Go For A Wildlife Safari


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Lion and Tiger Safari is around 12 Km from the Shimoga bus terminus. Not a safari in the true sense of the word because the lions and tigers are housed in fenced enclosures and a sighting is guaranteed. The park also has a mini zoo housing hyenas, bears, porcupines, pythons, and alligators. Entrance is 15 rupees, cameras 50 rupees (video cameras 150 rupees) and safari bus ticket 40 rupees. Unlike some other tourist spots in India, the charges here are not the same for Indian and foreign nationals. For Foreign Nationals it is 400 rupees. HolidayIQ Traveller Amara says, “A nice safari to enjoy and watch wild animals.”

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