12 Gorgeous Places To Visit In India This December

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Winter is around the corner and it’s about time we pack up our bags, and move out to experience the chill. December is the month when pleasant amalgamates with chill and creates a new foetus known as Whoopee! These exciting places in India in December can turn your regular trip into a new discovery that you’ve been longing for since long. We have got the best places to visit in December to make winters an epic affair.

Beautiful Snow Laden Places In India In December

1. Thajiwas Glacier, Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir

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Witness the beginning of snowfall in December as you go about the glacial sighting in this winter wonderland. The weather at the meadow of gold, Sonamarg, drops down to subzero levels during this month.

Visit the undiscovered Thajiwas glacier, located just 7 kilometers. Sledge rides, snowboarding and skiing are the best things to do in December here. Sport a red Santa Claus coat and hop onto a sledge singing ‘jingle bells’ with breathtaking hills on the backdrop.

Cost Of Sledge With Shoes: INR 300/-

Cheapest Stay: Hotel Tourist Palace | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,400 per night during Christmas

Must Read: 10 Unbelievably Beautiful Places To Visit In Kashmir

2. Dawki, Shillong

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The place becomes heavenly in December with a pleasant temperature ranging from 12 to 20 degrees. Shillong is the only hill station in the country which is accessible from all sides. The water of Unmgot river in Dwaki is so clear that a boat floating on it, seems  like it’s flying in mid-air. Shillong definitely needs to be added to your list of places to visit in India in December. You can also, relish the sweet and juicy oranges at the border townnear the river.

The river is not the only place here. Entertain yourself at some really amazing festivals organized here in December—Tysim Festival, Baghmara, Pinjera Festival, Williamnagar and Tura Winter Festival, Tura.

Tickets For The Festival: The tickets are available on arrival

When to visit: December

Cheapest Stay: Hotel Broadway | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,400 per night at the time of Christmas

3. Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh

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The picturesque town of Dalhousie looks magnificent in December with its snow flake covered Deodar forests. The view is absolutely quintessential. This gorgeous winter destination becomes a ramp opened to the chilly breeze with a view of snow-capped mountains. Additionally, all the trekking enthusiasts must visit Dalhousie in Decemberto attend the National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition.

When: 10th December 2016 to 6th January 2017

Cost: Rs.4620.00/- (Inclusive of Food, boarding, lodging, equipment, group insurance, forest entry, trekking)

Duration: 6D/5N

Please visit here for more details.

4. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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How could we miss out on the most beautiful place to visit in December, the Queen of Hill Stations—Shimla! Let’s go for a colonial walk in the most romantic getaway in India. Walk through the snow floors with long boots and visit the Chail town. You will encounter immense  peace beyond the crowd of Shimla. Click the perfect selfie with your loved one at the most erotic honeymoon destinations in India in December. Take a joyride at the Winter Sports Festival in Shimla—enjoy the natural ice-skiing and hanging balloons.

When to visit: December to February

Cost Of Ice-Skiing: INR 100 per person

Cheapest Stay: Alpine Heritage Residency | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,400 per night during Christmas

Must Read: 10 Secret Places In Himachal That Tourists Haven’t Discovered Yet

5. Auli, Uttarakhand

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The snow clad peaks of the Neelkant, Mana Parbat, and Nanda Devi give an awe-inspiring panoramic view of the hills which will make your toes freeze, especially at the time of Christmas. Want to learn skiing or are good at it? Well, then you’ve to add Auli to your list of  places to explore in December. It is the time when you can start learning this thrilling adventure sport. And if you think skiing is your thing, you must attend the National Championship of Skiing held in January at Auli.

When: Skiing could be done from December to March and Championship is held in January

Cost For Skiing: INR 500 for two hours; hire an instructor in INR 1,000 and for further queries visit here.

Cheapest Stay: Maya Deep Herbal Resort | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 950 per night (at the time of Christmas)

6. Leh, Ladakh

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The crystal blue ice and the hills on the backdrop will flabbergast you. The only frozen ice trek in India is incredible! The extreme adventures of the Chadar trek couples with -14 degree Celsius temperature. There are other amazing treks besides Chadar namely—Sham trek, Liker to Khaltse trek and Samboo to Khalsar. Too daring an adventure? Worry not, take a cup of hot chocolate and unwind in the God’s paradise!

When: December to February

Cheapest Stay: Dorje Guest House | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 800 per night (at the time of Christmas)

7. Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir

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Do you remember that song from the movie Mission Kashmir -‘Socho ke jheelon ka ek shehar ho’ in Shikara featuring Preity Zinta and Hrithik Roshan? Well, then you can actually reshoot the same scene with your love at this romantic hideaway in India. The best part, temperature in December just touches the freezing point. Explore Gulmarg and go skiing on the fresh snow. Don’t miss the Gulmarg Snow festival organized in December. It is just 56 kilometers from Srinagar.

When: December – March (January for Snow Festival)

Cost Of Festival: Entry is free

Cheapest Stay: Hotel New Prince Inn | Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,000 per night (at the time of Christmas)

Pleasant & Serene Beaches Of  India In December

8. Nagoa Beach, Diu

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The virgin beaches of Diu are so breathtaking in December that you’ve to see it to believe it. The temperature ranges 16 degree to 23 degree Celsius. Bonfire on the pristine beaches create wonders as Diu is out of the ordinary honeymoon destinations in India in December. The uncharted union territory of India has a unique festival which ,starting in December, can accompany you in your exciting trip. The Festa De Diu—Asia’s longest beach festival invites you to celebrate this New Year. Come get pampered!

Cost To Attend:Book tickets online here

Cheapest Stay: Diu Vision Guest House| Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,500 per night (at the time of Christmas)

9. Small Vagator, Goa

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Goa is amongst the most popular places to visit in December in India. The casinos in Goa become wilder during this month which is why the place got it’s name as the ‘Las Vegas of India’. The fireworks and the trance music with sand tickling your toes is best feeling you can have during new years! The list does not end here—loudest EDM party, feast of St.Francis Xavier, VH1 Supersonic and Sunburn Music Festival come complimentary. The place has exactly everything to offer what you expect for a kickass Christmas and New Year.

P.S: The Saturday night market in Arpora which stays awake till dawn is a must visit.

When: Sunburn is from 27th – 30th December 2016

Tickets: Book here for Sunburn, Book here for Supersonic

Cheapest Stay: Lambana Stay| Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 2,700 per night (at the time of Christmas)

Must Read: 12 Hacks For A Kick-Ass New Year In Goa Without Burning A Hole In Your Wallet

10. Mylapore, Chennai

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Chennai is hotter in other months, but it is one of the most popular places to visit in December in India. Sip coconut water, stroll along the longest beach of India & feel the pleasant breeze through your hair. And coconut water isn’t the only beverage to quench your thirst here, Pondicherry, just 2 hours from Chennai, offers cheap booze! Spend some bugs for the love of music while traveling to Chennai. Visit Madras Music Festival and 89th Annual Conferences and Concerts.

When: Madras Music Festival from 15th December 2016 to 1st January 2017

Tickets: Book your ticket for Madras Music Festival and the concert in advance.

Cheapest Stay: R.M.C Travelers Inn| Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 890 per night (at the time of Christmas)

Offbeat Places To Visit In India In December

11. Rann Of Kutch, Gujarat

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December is the best time to explore the white desert to see the salt turn blue under the moonlit sky. A stay at a tent in the outskirts of Dhordo village is an enchanting experience. Kutch becomes alive during December with loads of celebrations—The Kutch Festival. The only festival which extends for two long months is held in this salty land. Visit the Rann Utsav for an everlasting experience.

When: 1st November 2016 to 20th February 2017

Tickets: Book your tickets for Runn Utsav here

Cheapest Stay: V.R.P Guest House| Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 660 per night (at the time of Christmas)

12. Udaipur, Rajasthan

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This city of lakes with its magnificent gifts—Lake Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake, Monsoon Palace and Jag Mandir is amongst the perfect places for a December vacation. The best part of Udaipur is that it is located at the base of Aravali hills. The temperature of Venice of the east in December is cold because of the surrounding hills but the lakes nullifies the extreme effects. So, what you get as a result is fabulous. And all you art lovers, plan your trip around Shilpgram Arts and Crafts Festival to explore some endemic traditional crafts. You could learn crafting skills from the famous artisans too.

When: November to December

Entry Fee: Available there only

Cheapest Stay: Anand Mahal Hotel| Hotel Review

Tariff: INR 1,300 per night (at the time of Christmas)

Packed bags already? Wait! Share it with your friends and take them along on this thrilling vacation.

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