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10 Places to visit near Delhi for Day Picnic (within 80 KMS)

The city of DELHI– with its hustle-bustle, its colors & vibrancy; a brainchild of British planning juxtaposed on Mughal history; this place is surely on the top of the list when it comes to ‘List of places to visit in India’. Being a tourist magnet as it is, there’s a lot you can do in the city within a day! Right from tech-lovers to nature enthusiasts, the city has something to offer to all.

Start your mornings with nature exploration at bird sanctuaries & trekking. Proceed towards village farms for a fantastic lunch. Move towards the light shows in forts for the evening & end your day enjoying the amazing nightlife hubs.
Majority of the activities are located within 50-80km from the new city & are well connected to the city by road, rail & public transport. Travelmegood.com provides Coach Rental service in New Delhi, India.

Following is the list of 10 Places to visit near Delhi for Day Picnic (within 80 Kilometres)

  • ADVENTURE
    • Camping in the Aravallis: Located at about 7 km from the heartland of Delhi lies Dhauj. With proximity to the city accompanied by the stunning view of the majestic Aravallis, this could be one of the most memorable camp-experiences one could have had. The camps also do offer activities like zorbing, cycling & rock climbing. Cyclist groups organize regular cycling expeditions to the place. Just remember to carry some good beverages with you.
    • Hot air ballooning by the lake: Located in the valleys of the Aravallis, the Damadam lake is a go-to spot for most Delhi-ites. It is about 38 km from the city & offers a stunning lakeside ambiance complimented by adventure sports, rock climbing, trekking etc.
  • NATURE
    • Okhla Bird Sanctuary: A perfect getaway for birdwatchers & nature enthusiasts, Okhla bird sanctuary is rich in ecological diversity & home to an array of migratory birds. It is located at about 15 km from the city.
    • Pratapgarh farms: Located at just 56 km from Delhi, it’s a 1 and a half hour drive. If you long a true village experience, head straight to Pratapgarh farms. With a rustic backdrop & 90’s feel, this place offers you a one-day live experience of village life. Food, fun, games, activities & place for modern day sports – this place has it all.
  • SPIRITUAL
    • Akshardham: Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is located along the banks of Yamuna. Equipped with an interactive museum and theme park, this temple is at about an hour’s distance from Connaught Palace, Delhi.
    • Lotus temple: One of the most beautiful architectural structures in the area is the Lotus temple, located at about half an hour from the core city, is shaped to look like a lotus amidst green landscape. The nearest metro station is the Kalkaji metro station.
  • MILLENIAL-PICNICS
    • Segway-ing Delhi: Roam around the city in Segways & experience the next-gen transport in the new city. These vehicles operate for fixed hours in the morning with fixed routes. Post a short training, the package offers a 1 to 2-hour ride by yourself in the locality.
    • Paragliding: Gurgaon, offers motorized as well as power paragliding for those fond of flying. Opt for an early morning sunrise or sunset paragliding session for a fun-packed aerial time!
    • Fair at Sarajkund: Surajkund is a small village, 38 km from Delhi with an artificial lake. The village hosts thousands of visitors each year for its vibrant & colorful ‘mela’ from all across the north
    • Paintball battle: Shootout zone in Delhi offers an entire field for you to shoot people with colors. Have a paintball battle to test your coordination & battlefield skills.
  • HERITAGE
    • Rajpath: Rajpath or the ‘Kings way’, along with the Rashtrapati Bhawan & the India gate form the core of the New Delhi city. At the heart of the plan of Delhi, this locality is definitely a place for all to visit at least once.
    • Red Fort: One of the most iconic tourist landmarks in Delhi is the Red Fort. Located at about 4 km from New Delhi railway station, this is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Entry fees: Rs.10 & Rs.250 for Indians & foreigners respectively. Camera & video camera have extra charges.

    • Qutb Minar: Popularized by most movies, Qutb Minar, an iconic ‘minar’ which marked the Mughal stronghold in Delhi, was built in about 1199 C.E. Built in Indo-Islamic style, it is 15 km from the New Delhi railway station. Located inside the Qutb Complex, it is another UNESCO World Heritage site that the city boasts. Open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., the entry fees to the complex is Rs. 10 & Rs. 250 for Indians & foreigners respectively. Get ready with your Honda crf to me it more memorable.
    • Tughlaqabad Fort: Constructed by Ghiyasudin Tuglaq in 1321, is about 20 km from the New Delhi railway station & 5 km from Tuglaqabad railway station. The entry fees are minimal [ Rs.5 for Indians & Rs.100 for foreigners]. The fort remains open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

So Get ready with your Family and friends to make your journey more exciting and memorable. if you are travelling in a group, you choose bus on hire option from various Bus Rental service provider in delhi.

Author Bio –
Rebecca has been closely studying the travel industry trends from quite some time. Intrigued by the booming growth of this sector, she takes interest in penning down her views providing quality insight on current travel trends and also likes to write about food and beverages, particularly wine.

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