This list is for you if you think the best parts of travelling are the times you spend between places. Some of the most beautiful roads in the world are in India. Routes that go by old sites, the coast, and the mountains in the Himalayas. These beautiful drives are perfect for road trips and photos that would look great on Instagram.
Way to Heaven: From Khavda to Dholavira in Gujarat
A few years ago, it took a long time and was hard on the body to travel nearly 240 miles from Bhuj to Dholavira. When the Khavda–Dholavira road, a scenic stretch that goes straight across the Great Rann of Kutch, opened, that changed. As part of a bigger effort to improve infrastructure before the G20 Summit, this 30-kilometer road has changed how people can get to one of India’s most important historical sites.
Now, a road leads from Khavda to Dholavira, which is the most important known site of the Indus Valley (Harappan) Civilisation and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s almost surreal to drive here. The road cuts through the White Desert for long stretches and is part of the 278-kilometer Ghaduli–Santalpur National Highway. Water is often visible on both sides of the road, so tourists can park safely in certain spots and walk on the dirt to get a better look at the strange landscape. It’s a great place to take a drone and one of the most beautiful car trips in India.
Road to Maravanthe Beach, Karnataka
One of the most interesting things about driving in India is the Maravanthe Beach Road. On one side, the road is right next to the Arabian Sea, and on the other, the calm Souparnika River passes next to it. Because of this unique environment, every distance seems like a dream.
With wide open spaces and coconut trees, the stretch is especially beautiful at sunrise and sunset, when the sea glows gold, and the river reflects soft pastel colours. People who like to take road trips, take pictures, and make Instagram posts often go there to get clean, perfect scenery photos without going too far off the beaten path.
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Gangtok to Zuluk (Old Silk Route), Sikkim
The trip from Gangtok to Zuluk along the old Silk Route is not easy, but it’s an experience you’ll never forget. This road runs through misty hills and deep valleys in the eastern part of Sikkim. It is famous for its 32 sharp hairpin turns. Views of the Himalayas, often covered in clouds, get better as you go higher. The sunrise at Thambi View Point is one of the best parts. The snow-covered hills glow pink and gold. Take your time going this way so you can stop, enjoy the mountain air, and listen to the silence.
Manali-Leh Highway, Himachal Pradesh-Ladakh
Not many roads in India are as famous as the highway that goes from Manali to Leh. This very high road goes right through the middle of the Himalayas, going by snow-covered hills, empty valleys, and some of the world’s highest motorable mountain passes, such as Rohtang Pass and Tanglang La.
As you get closer to Leh, the scenery changes greatly. It goes from green slopes near Manali to harsh, almost lunar terrain. You need to be careful on this road trip: you need to get used to the weather, adjust to the altitude, and plan carefully. But for those who do it, one of the most beautiful drives in the world is waiting.
Bangalore to Munnar, Karnataka, Kerala
On the way from Bangalore to Munnar, the road winds slowly from the city to hills lined with green tea plants. The trip is about 470 miles long and takes nine to ten hours. Once you cross into Kerala, the scenery is especially beautiful.
The road goes through places like Salem and Pollachi on its way to NH44 and Udumalpet. It then opens up to tea plantations, misty hills, spice gardens, and small waterfalls. To go for a drive, the early morning is the best time. The air is cool and fresh, and there is fog around the fields. It’s one of the most relaxing drives in South India, and it’s great for taking pictures while you’re travelling.
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