5 serene places to visit on a weekend getaway to Karwar

One day in Karwar

Karwar is a beautiful port city in the Karnataka state of India. One can spend countless hours on the beaches in Karwar. But wait, there are more lovely sites to visit in Karwar.

Sadashivgad Fort

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Sadashivgad is a beautiful city around the historic Sadashivgad Fort. The Fort lies on the bank of river Kali at a point where it meets the Arabian Sea. Although today, only the ruins of the Fort is remaining, still, it presents a picturesque landscape.

Address: Edapally – Panvel Highway, Karwar, Karnataka 581352, India

Visiting time: Open 24 hours

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Karwar Beach, 4 minutes drive

Karwar Beach

Karwar Beach
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It is the most popular beach of the town. One can find ample time and space to relax amidst the waves of the sea.

Address: Karwar Beach, Karnataka

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: INS Chapal Warship Museum, 5 minutes drive

INS Chapal Warship Museum

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It is a museum built in an old warship of Indian Navy. The museum displays the history of the Indian Navy in art and video formats.

Address: NH17, Kodibag, Karwar, Karnataka 581301, India

Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM and 04:30 PM to 07:30 PM

Contact: +91 83822 27900

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Anjediva Island, 15 minutes drive

Anjediva Island

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It is an island in the Arabian Sea off the coast of Canacona in the South Goa district of the Goa state of India. Reaching this island via waterways is an amazing experience.

Address: Naval Base Karwar, Karnataka

Time to spend: 2 hours

Next destination: Rabindranath Tagore Beach, 15 minutes drive

Rabindranath Tagore Beach

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It is again a beautiful beach in the Karwar district of Karnataka.

Address: Rabindranath Tagore Beach, Kodibag, Karwar, Karnataka 581301

Time to spend: 1 hour

You can also hire a cab in Karwar on day rental and enjoy a hassle-free trip.

Route plan

One day in Karwar
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Useful links-

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Less traversed places near Itanagar

Bihpuria

Located on the foothills of Himalayas, Itanagar is the capital city of the Arunachal Pradesh state of India. The city itself is a beauty, and so are the places nearby. Here is a list of cities near Itanagar that you can cover in your northeast India trip.

Sonajuli

Sonajuli
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Sonajuli is a small village in the Sonitpur district of Assam state of India. Less traversed by tourists, the Sonajuli village is a great getaway to experience the traditions of Assam. Notable sights of Sonajuli include Sita Ram Mandir.

Distance between Itanagar and Sonajuli: 46 kilometers, 1.5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Itanagar to Sonajuli

Bihpuria

Bihpuria
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Bihpuria is a small town in the Assam state of India. River Dikrong flowing through the town adds to its beauty. Bihpuria is also a gateway to the Majuli river island. Sparsely populated Bihpuria is perfect for those seeking tranquility and a big break from bustling city life.

Distance between Itanagar and Bihpuria: 67 kilometers, 2 hours drive

Book a taxi from Itanagar to Bihpuria

Lakhimpur

Lakhimpur Frog temple
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Lakhimpur is an important city of Assam. Neighboring Arunachal Pradesh, Lakhimpur is also an administrative town. While visiting this place, you can stop by at Phat Bihu and Phat Bihu-Mohghuli Chapori.

Distance between Itanagar and Lakhimpur: 70 kilometers, 2.5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Itanagar to Lakhimpur

Kimin

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Kimim is a beautiful and one of the nine administrative cities of Arunachal Pradesh state of India. It is a village town and the street food here is a must-try. If you feel like strolling in an unknown land, Kimim could be the end of your search.

Distance between Itanagar and Kimin: 77 kilometers, 2.5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Itanagar to Kimin

Pabhoi

Biswanath temple on Pabhoi road
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Pabhoi is a small village in Assam. Hillocks and natural landscapes are the main attraction of this village. The famed places in this village are-

  • Bormata Kali Mandir
  • Hari Har Punya Kshetra
  • Udaipur Namghar
  • Krishna Pranami temple

Distance between Itanagar and Pabhoi: 87 kilometers, 2.5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Itanagar to Pabhoi

Useful Links-

Itanagar: One day trip planner

Travel options to reach Itanagar

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Cities to visit near Tezpur

Shillong

To compliment your Tezpur trip, you can head out to these lovely cities near Tezpur.

Nagaon

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Nagaon is a district in the Assam state of India. One can witness rich agricultural production here. Nagaon also welcomes tourism and some of the attractive places include-

  • Bordowa
  • Lowkhowa Avayaranya
  • Kaliabor
  • Silighat
  • Champawati Kunda

Distance between Tezpur and Nagaon: 65 kilometers, 2 hours drive

Book a taxi from Tezpur to Nagaon

Pabhoi

Biswanath temple on Pabhoi road
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Pabhoi is a small village in Assam. Hillocks and natural landscapes are the main attraction of this village. The famed places in this village are-

  • Bormata Kali Mandir
  • Hari Har Punya Kshetra
  • Udaipur Namghar
  • Krishna Pranami temple

Distance between Tezpur and Pabhoi: 60 kilometers, 2 hours drive

Book a taxi from Tezpur to Pabhoi

Haflong

Haflong Lake
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Haflong is the only hill station of Assam. It is also the headquarters of Dima Hasao. Dima Hasao is the autonomous hill districts of the Assam state of India.

The places of tourist interest in Haflong include-

  • Haflong Lake
  • District Museum
  • Borail Hills
  • Samparidisa Village

Distance between Tezpur and Haflong: 274 kilometers, 6 hours drive

Book a taxi from Tezpur to Haflong

Orang National Park

Orang National Park
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Orang, popular for being a National Park and the fourth Tiger Reserve area of the state. The other tiger reserves in Assam are Kaziranga, Manas, and Nameri. It is also known as Rajiv Gandhi Orang National Park. Orang is a small region spread over 78 square kilometers and full of natural beauty.

Distance between Tezpur and Orang: 50 kilometers, 1.5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Tezpur to Orang

Shillong

Shillong
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Shillong is a hill station and a capital city of Meghalaya state of India. The city is full of scenic beauties and is a perfect weekend getaway destination. The top sights in Shillong include-

  • Nohkalikai waterfall
  • Don Bosco and Air Force Museum
  • Umiam Lake
  • Shillong Viewpoint
  • Elephant falls
  • Lady Hydari Park

Distance between Tezpur and Shillong: 244 kilometers, 5 hours drive

Book a taxi from Tezpur to Shillong

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Beyond sightseeing, 5 things to do in Manali

Trekking

Manali is the preferred holiday destination for the families and honeymoon couples. It is a wonderful hill station in the Himachal Pradesh state of India. Located amidst the snow-covered valleys of Himalayas, it is also a staging point for a number of treks and adventure sports.

Apart from sightseeing, you can also indulge in the following activities in Manali.

Paragliding

The popular paragliding site in Manali is along the Solang Valley. There are many levels of paragliding activity available in Manali, from a minute to about half an hour. There are many companies serving this activity, however, we suggest to watch first and then start gliding because there are several unfateful incidents because of untrained and improper landings.

Rock climbing

There are many fabulous hills for folks interested in rock climbing. We suggest not to simply climb up a hill. Seek professional help and guidance and climb up with suitable gears provided by the rock climbing activity centers.

Rock Climbing
Rock climbing on the hilly terrain

Hiking

Hiking is a long distance walk in the woods. Hiking for 1 or 2 hours along the Manaslu river in Manali is popular among visitors.

Trekking

The popular treks starting from Manali are-

  1. Deo Tibba Base Camp Trek: It is meant for the experienced trekkers and requires little technical training of trekking.
  2. Friendship peak Trekking: it is a trek along the beautiful valley of Kullu with starting points from Beas Kund and Dhundi.
  3. Hampta Pass Trek: It is a trek along the forests and one of the popular trekking trails of Manali. This trek also requires prior trekking experience.

It is always recommended not to trek alone, and seek professional guidance before starting a trail.

Trekking
Trekking in the rocky terrain

Watersports

You can also indulge in watersports in Manali like River rafting, skiing, zorbing, trekking, snow scootering, and river crossing.

You can also book a taxi in Manali on day rental for your trip and onward journey.

Useful links-

Manali: One day trip planner

5 places that compliment Manali trip

Best way to reach Manali