Holidays Under 10 K This June

June is the month to relax, rejoice and party. Why?  Because the yearly unwanted ‘guests’ aka exams leave and nightmares about results are yet to start. Unfortunately, around the same time, most of the metro cities become too hot for any kind of celebration. The best way to relax the stressed mind and have some fun and masti is to run away to a cooler place. So, here are 5 (in budget) destinations that you can head to this June to treat yourself for all your hard work and dedication (toh kya hua if it was last minute, it still counts! *winks*).

1. Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh

Blessed with quaint hilly landscapes and captivating natural beauty, Dalhousie in Chamba district is a place you must visit on your vacation to Himachal Pradesh. Don’t miss out on Khajjiar Lake, Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary, St. John’s Church and Chamera Lake when you visit this gorgeous hill station.

Best from: Delhi (574.6 kms away)

Make it Happen:

Hotel: Rs. 1,500- Rs. 2,000 per day (approx.) A few good options are Hotel Moonlight, Hotel The Ashoka and Art Guest House.

Food: Rs. 1,000 per day per head (approx.) Restaurants like Kwality, Old Sher-e-Punjab Dhaba, Mongas Café and Sip and Bite.

Transport: Rs. 500 per day (approx.) - Public transport (buses and autos) in Dalhousie aren’t very expensive.

Total cost for 3 days: Rs. 4,500- Rs. 6,000 (stay) + Rs. 3,000 (food) + Rs. 1,500 (transfers) = Rs. 9,000- Rs. 10,500 per person.   

2. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

Imagine yourself driving down beautiful mountains coloured with bright yellow mustard fields, dense forests, and rivers gushing down frozen lakes- Yes, that’s Tawang, an isolated but a ‘must-visit’ part of Arunachal Pradesh.  Do drop by Sela Pass, Tawang Monastery, Taktsang Gompa and Shonga-tser Lake when you visit this place.  

Best From: Guwahati, Assam (508.1kms)

Make it Happen:

Hotel: Rs. 1,000- Rs. 1,600 per day (approx) - Pick hotels like Inn Twang and Hotel Zax Star.

Food: Rs. 1,000 per day per head (approx) - Try restaurants like The Dragon, Hotel Mon Valley and Sno-Yak Restaurant.

Transport: Rs. 500 per day (approx.) - You could hire a cab, taxi or a bus for a fixed period of time from a local taxi stand.

Total cost for 3 days: Rs. 3,000 – Rs. 4,800 (stay) + Rs. 3,000 (food) + Rs. 1,500 (transfers) = Rs. 7,500 – Rs. 9,300 per person

3. Kovalam, Kerala

Known as ‘God’s own beach’, Kaovalam is a place that you must visit atleast once. The mesmerizing sight of Lighthouse beach, the blue coloured water of Hawah beach and the perfect combination of raw mountains will take you by storm. Make sure you do visit the Veli Tourist Village, Hawa beach and Vellayani Lake on your trip to this paradise.

Best from: Chennai (765.9 kms away)

Make it Happen:

Hotel: Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 2,000 per day (approx.) - Pick from hotels like Hotel Pappukutty Beach Resort, Hotel Thushara and Hill and Sea View Beach Resort.

Food: Rs. 1,000 per day per head (approx.) - Pick from restaurants like German Bakery Kovalam, Sanjeevini Restaurant and Santana Restaurant.

Transport: Rs. 500 per day (approx) - Book a bus, especially if you are travelling in a group.

Total Cost for 3 Days: Rs. 4,500- Rs. 6,000 (stay) + Rs. 3,000 (food) + Rs. 1,500 (transfers) = Rs 9,000-10,500 per person.

4. Kudremukh, Karnataka

Converted to a tiger reserve, Kudremukh is a trekkers’ haven. Start your trek from Kalasa town, all the way to the Kudremukh Peak for one hell of an experience! From beautiful temples in Kalasa, Hanuman Gundi Falls, Gangamoola Mountain to Lakya Dam, this place has a lot to offer for the traveller in you.

Best From: Bengaluru (331.1 kms)

Make it Happen:

Hotel: Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 1,500 per day (approx.) – Pick from hotels like Hotel Rajmahal, Hotel SK Regency and Castle Rock Homestay. 

Food: Rs. 1,000 per day per head (approx) – Pick from restaurants like Town Canteen, The Estate Café and Kanha.

Transport: Rs. 500 per day (approx) - Use public transport like tempos, taxis, and micro-buses.

Total cost for 3 days: Rs. 3,000 - Rs. 4,500 (stay) + Rs. 3,000 (food) + Rs. 1,500 (transfers) = Rs. 7,500 – Rs. 9,000 per person.

5. Hemkund Sahib

Seeped in Sikh history, with snow-clad mountains, surrounded by Blue Poppy flowers and a glacial lake - yes, that’s Hemkund Sahib for you! The place enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year with maximum temperatures in summers going up to 26 degree Celsius. Valley of Flowers and Ghangaria are major tourist attractions here. 

Best From: Delhi (328 kms)

Make it Happen:

Hotel: Rs. 1,300- Rs. 1,500 per day (approx) – Pick from hotels like Hotel Mount View and Dream Mountain Resort.

Food: Rs. 1,000 per day per head (approx) – Pick from restaurants like Café in the Park and Saket Restaurant.

Transport: Rs. 500 per day (approx) - Use public transport like tempos, auto rickshaws and micro-buses.

Total cost for 3 days: Rs. 3, 900 – Rs. 4,500 (stay) + Rs. 3,000 (food) + Rs. 1,500 (transfers) = Rs. 8,400 – Rs. 9,000 per person.

Before the relatives start asking their favorite questions, “result aa gaya?” or “result kab aa raha hai?” Plan your weekend getaways now and head to the hills. Run my friend, run!