Delhi

What to do on a weekend? Where to go and not feel too tired? We all have this question, especially after having worked throughout the week and being tired of doing the same thing over and over again. A weekend trip is that break we all need.  For far too long, I used to research a lot and ask a number of people to tell me that one place for a day where I can relax with friends, get away from the heat, avoid pollution, take a break from my 9-5, and just chill!  Don’t worry. Being a traveller, I know how you feel, and I would very much like to share my list of favourite places from Delhi for a weekend trip with you.  This blog is about one-day trips you can take from Delhi, along with the distance and when you should visit these places. I hope it will ease your research down to just one place! This one-day tourist spot from Delhi is a picturesque fort lying in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. You can see the stretches of Alwar from this fort, as it is situated at a slight elevation. Here you can experience a royal ambience along with adventure activities like flying fox. If you want to relax, they have swimming pools as well for you to take a dive and relax while watching the wonderful view ahead. This place is just a 2.5-hour drive from Gurgaon, offering a glimpse into history, too. Furthermore, they have several room options from which you can choose one, depending on your budget. If you do not want to stay overnight and prefer to experience the fort during the day, Neemrana Fort offers several packages, from buffet to flying fox activity to use the day room access.  They also have several types of rooms depending on the luxury you want. To reach here, it is better if you have your own vehicle since the fort is located in the offbeat, quieter streets of Alwar. It will take about 2.5 hours to reach this place. The visit to this place can be covered in just a day. Dadhikar Fort is far away from civilisation. This quaint place will leave you in awe. This fort was initially built as a residential camp somewhere around 9-10th century by King Chand. There are several sets of beautiful rooms that you can opt for, depending on your budget. The package usually includes dinner and cultural activities, both of which are really good. You won’t be disappointed. The cultural show involves Rajasthani folk dance, and towards the end, guests are also invited to join in, which adds a really charismatic and lively vibe to the experience. It is better to drive here by yourself. Dadhikar is located in a really secluded land of Alwar with no civilisation close by, though there are small villages nearby. Since this place is close to Delhi, it takes close to 3-3.5 hours to reach this serene place. Mathura and Vrindavan are two of the most sought-after one-day tours from Delhi. It is usually visited by travellers and photographers during the Holi season. But if you want a spiritual experience to witness the land of Krishna, this place will be a perfect getaway for you. It is said that Lord Krishna spent his childhood here, and thus this place is rich with tradition and culture. You will see devotees flocking to these places almost all throughout the year.  Places that you should not miss out on include Madan Mohanji, Radha Damodar Temple, Mirabai Temple, Baanke Bihari Temple, and Gokulananda Temple. These places will make you feel at peace. I experienced the beautiful festival of Holi in Mathura and absolutely loved it. Everything was so cheerful and colourful. It was worth the experience. There are direct trains to Mathura, which take about 2-3 hours to reach. Book the trains in advance since the seats fill up quickly. Further, you can also opt for bus routes or drive here by yourself. You will get both AC and non-AC buses. This place is such a lesser-known tourist spot near Delhi that you would not find much information on the Internet. I will try to summarise this place here for you so that you can be guided to this remote, offbeat place. This place is a collection of abandoned mines and features crystal-clear blue water. It is a prohibited area, as the name suggests. Many people have tried to swim in this lake and have lost their lives in the process. Due to this, entry is restricted. If you are caught, you may have to pay a fine to the authorities. The place is located in Faridabad, and people usually come here for a weekend getaway. However, do not swim here, and be careful. Since it is in a very remote area of Faridabad, you can reach here only through your own vehicle. There are no direct public transport options available. Everyone visits Agra for the same reason – the Taj Mahal. And why not? It is one of the seven Wonders of the World. Along with it, it represents a tale of love and is an undying beauty. But in Agra, there are other places as well that you can cover in a day. One of them is the Agra Fort, which was the main residence of the Mughal emperors. The fort is just 2.5 km away from the Taj Mahal. Another famous place in Agra is the Mehtab Bagh, which is also known as Moonlight Garden. This is right across the Yamuna River, and offers a spectacular view of it. These famous places near Delhi can be explored in just a day, or one can stay for a night as well, depending on the luxury. If you plan it well, you can cover all three places in a day. There are several direct buses and trains going directly to Agra. For trains, make sure to book in advance since the seats fill up quickly. Getting