Planning a Hills & Mountains trip in October? Cool! Check out our top Hills & Mountains recommendations for October!
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Scenic Hill Station in Karnataka
If altitude gives you a high, head to the mountains of Coorg. You will love camping, wildlife safaris, birdwatching and trekking. The wildlife spottings at Coorg are an added bonus.
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Colonial Hill Station in Tamil Nadu
Let the mighty mountains of Ooty raise your spirits! You will love tamil Festival and scenic views. Additionally, you can try out various adventure activities at Ooty.
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Home of Rolling Tea Terrains & Waterfalls
Soak in the charming vistas of the tall mountains at Munnar. You will love trekking, rock climbing and rappelling. Munnar is also a popular wildlife destination.
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Say hello to hippie villages and scenic valleys.
If mountains make you feel alive, then head to Manali. You can expect snowfalls with the temperatures hovering around sub-zero. Manali also offers a wide range of adventure activities.
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A Charming Hilly Escape from Delhi
If crisp air and altitude feel like home, then the mountains of Mussoorie are calling! You can expect the temperatures to fall down to sub zero degrees at night. Mussoorie is also very popular among relaxation-seekers.
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A Spiritual Hill Getaway in Sikkim
Prepare to be wooed by the mesmerizing mountains of Gangtok. You can expect cold weather. Gangtok is also an ideal destination for a relaxing break.
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Popular for Fascinating Toy Train Rides
Shimla is the perfect getaway for mountain lovers. You can expect chilly weather with temperatures ranging between 8C and -6C. Don’t forget to spend some time relaxing at Shimla.
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Spiritual Abode in Himachal Pradesh
For the best mountain views, head to Dharamshala. You will love dhauladhar ranges, trekking and monasteries. Additionally, the serene environs of Dharamshala will calm your mind.
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Green Paradise in North-East Kerala
The picturesque mountains of Wayanad are calling out to you. You can expect breezy days and slightly chilly nights. You can also enjoy the various adventure activities at Wayanad.
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Weekend Retreats in the Western Ghats
Enjoy a memorable mountain vacation at Lonavala. You will love outdoor activities like trekking & hiking. You can also unwind amidst the tranquil surroundings of Lonavala.
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Lush Green Hill Station in Karnataka
If altitude gives you a high, head to the mountains of Chikmagalur. You will love sightseeing and visiting the coffee plantations. Chikmagalur is also very popular among relaxation-seekers.
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White Paradise in Ladakh
Let the mighty mountains of Leh raise your spirits! You can expect extremely chilly weather with freezing nights. You can also spot wildlife at Leh.
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A Camper's Delight & Trekker's Paradise
Soak in the charming vistas of the tall mountains at Ranikhet. You will love temples and Chaubatia Garden. Ranikhet is also an ideal destination for a relaxing break.
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Land of the Nilgiri Tea & Hills
If mountains make you feel alive, then head to Coonoor. You will love trekking and sightseeing. Don’t forget to spend some time relaxing at Coonoor.
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Rajasthan's Only Hill Station
If crisp air and altitude feel like home, then the mountains of Mount Abu are calling! You will love honeymoon season and the winter festival. Additionally, the serene environs of Mount Abu will calm your mind.
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A Quiet Weekend Escape from Mumbai
Prepare to be wooed by the mesmerizing mountains of Lavasa. You will love sightseeing and picnicking. You can also unwind amidst the tranquil surroundings of Lavasa.
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Home to Green Hills & Majestic Waterfalls
Saputara is the perfect getaway for mountain lovers. You will love the outdoor activities like trekking and paragliding. Saputara is also known for its unique wildlife.
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Picturesque Hill Town in West Bengal
For the best mountain views, head to Kalimpong. You will love exotic flowers, food and hill views. Additionally, go wildlife spotting at Kalimpong.
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Pretty Hill Town in Tamil Nadu
The picturesque mountains of Kodaikanal are calling out to you. You will love trekking and sightseeing. Kodaikanal is also perfect for a romantic getaway.
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Lake District of the Kumaon Region
Enjoy a memorable mountain vacation at Nainital. You can expect days are warmer but expect cold winds at night. Don’t forget to indulge in adventure activities at Nainital.
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Picturesque Hill Station in Maharashtra
If altitude gives you a high, head to the mountains of Panchgani. You will love paragliding and visiting the vantage points. Panchgani is also very popular among relaxation-seekers.
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Mountains and hills are mind-boggling serene locations to go for tranquillity and live in restful surroundings. Waking up to the panoramic views, snow-covered slopes and admiring lush greenery are the beautiful offerings that a hillock would have for you in-store. Have a picnic on the picturesque cliff watching the sunset and surrender yourself to nature; indulge in activities like trekking, camping and river rafting to rejuvenate yourself. Come back home with a refreshed mind to get back to your daily routine.
October is the time when the world is gearing up for the festivities and you are looking for options to make your festival season all the more fun. So, why not go off-beat with a trip to some isolated island or mountains to feel the freshness of the approaching winters (or summers, depending on the hemisphere).
Manali, Gulmarg, Shimla, Nainital, Kasol, Srinagar, Kodaikanalar, Mussoorie, McLeodganj, Chopta, Kalimpong, Pelling, Shillong, Mahabaleshwar and Munnar are undoubtedly the best destinations for you to add on your bucket list to discover hills.
Most of the Indian cities experience pleasant weather in October. Autumn is at its peak this month. As a result, the weather is neither too hot nor too cold. October is also the month of festivities. All these make the season apt for planning your vacation. Tourist destinations like Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Indore, Bhopal, Sanchi, Nainital, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali and Kasol are the top places to visit in October.
Leather jackets, thermals, gloves, leg warmers, socks, comfortable walking shoes, lip balm/sunscreen/lotion, wind-cheaters, sweaters/pullovers, mufflers, woollen socks, earmuffs, backpack, umbrella, camera and most importantly a first-aid kit are the best things to pack whilst travelling to the hills.