Road trips are both exciting and exhilarating, especially if you organize one with people who are just as adventurous as you. The roads of India are an invitation to limitless possibilities that can provide you with a lifetime’s worth of memories. India has many different faces of beauty in the shapes of the towns, mountains, and rivers. A superb strategy is to go out and discover as much as possible on your own. When you’ve taken your first road trip, you’ll agree that “nothing beats the pleasure of being on the road!”

Planning a road trip in India

1. Choose  a Destination and Route:

While planning a road trip it is important to choose a location that is well connected through roadways with plenty of pitstops to refuel your vehicle (and yourself)! The key thing is to look for a location that is connected via a national or a state highway, this ensures that there will be good roads and not ones full of potholes. You can always look for taking the scenic route so that you can have more fun driving around and visiting off-beat places.

2. Prep Your Car:

In a country like India, where there are millions of towns and cities, the state of the roads may not be suitable for all types of vehicles or even accessible. Here are a few tips on safety for road trips in India:

Since you’ll be spending several hours inside the vehicle, choose your transportation carefully and consider the number of passengers as well as the gas mileage. 

After you’ve decided on a vehicle, make sure it’s serviced before you leave. This includes inspecting the battery, tires, radiator, brake, windshield, transmission, and power steering fluids, among other things. Slow down your acceleration, maintain a modest speed, and avoid uneven roads if at all feasible while on the road. 

The most important thing to remember is to organize your important documents, such as your driver’s license, car registration, and insurance paperwork, as well as the owner’s handbook.

3. Consider the weather:

Choosing the right time of year for a road trip is critical. Before you leave, make sure you do your homework and figure out when time is most convenient for you to visit that location. For example, if you want to travel on a road trip when the road is blocked by snowfall, you shouldn’t choose winter seasons. Choosing the rainy season when you know driving on that slick road can be dangerous.

4. Go with the flow, but be prepared:

The most significant distinction between road trips and other vacations is that they can be somewhat unpredictable. A splatter of rain or a traffic delay can radically alter your trip plans. This is why it is critical to be ready. In case you lose network, save your maps to your phone. Maintain a separate overnight bag including everyday necessities such as toiletries, nightwear, and a change of clothes. Don’t forget to have a first-aid kit, water, a roadside safety kit, some warm blankets, and a flashlight in your emergency bag.

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Road trip Destinations in India for Beginners

•  Mumbai/Pune to Lonavala

A road journey to Lonavala is an easy weekend vacation from Pune/Mumbai that practically everyone in the area recommends. In Lonavala, don’t forget to try the ‘chikki.’ The beautiful scenery and rich greenery are excellent for relaxing nerves for beginners. So, if you’re in the area and thinking about going on a road trip, look no further.

Distance: 94 Kms

• Chennai to Pondicherry

On a cruiser motorcycle, this is one of the most gorgeous roads in the world. As the day progresses, the Sea on one side of the road becomes a wonder to behold. The changing reflections of the Sun on the lake as the day progresses make it the most gorgeous route in Chennai, if not all of India, and will leave you completely happy. Be prepared for a lot of opportunities for mini-photo shoots on the way!

Distance: 151 Kms

• Delhi to Agra 

One of the best road trips in India and one worth taking is the Delhi to Agra route. The Yamuna Expressway is now the best road in the country and a definite must-see for all Delhi road trippers. You can visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and return to Delhi by the end of the night if you have adequate driving capacity.

Distance: 233 Kms

Road trips in India are the most enjoyable method to see the country’s stunning grandeur, and as the saying goes, the journey is more important than the goal; road trips allow you to do just that. These pointers are essential to remember before embarking on a road trip. Although most road trips are considered to be ‘long and boring’ if you have the right people on board, it can be one of the most fun-filled trips you’ve taken!

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