13. Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island
One of the most popular holiday destinations in India in December is Havelock Island of Andaman, where lies the gorgeous Radhanagar Beach. Situated about 12 km from Havelock’s ferry pier, it is titled as “Asia’s best beach” and “the world’s 7th best beach” by Time Magazine. The stunning curve of white sand, the beautiful palm trees, and the blue waters can be all yours this December. It is the best place to visit in December with family.
Cost of stay: INR 2100 per night onwards
Famous Food: Vegetable, rice, naan, fish curry, chicken curry
What To Buy: Pearls, spices, timber crafts, shells, jute items, coconut handicrafts, Nicobari mats
Where To Buy From: Radhanagar Beach market, No. 2 Village Street Market, Market No. 3 Street Market
How To Reach: The best and easiest way to travel to Radhanagar Beach is through a jetty. One can hire a jetty from Swaraj Dweep dock that drops one at the Swaraj Deep Island which is around 10 kilometers away. Once on the island, one needs to take a cab, an auto, or a rickshaw to reach the beach.
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14. Kovalam Beach, Kerala
The beautiful waters of Kovalam Beach are
great for swimming and trying adventure sports. About 16 km away from Kovalam,
the beach is ideal for sunbathing and watching beautiful sunsets. The chilly
month of December is an ideal time to visit the splendid beaches and enjoy the
warm water of the Arabian Sea. It is one of the best places to visit in December in South India for
the views and the food!
Cost of stay: INR 800 per night onwards
Famous Food: Idli, Dosa, Vadai, Uttapam, crabs, prawns, lobsters
What To Buy: Handicrafts, spices, sarongs, lungis, books, seashell jewelry
Where To Buy From: Beachside Shacks, Lighthouse Beach
How To Reach: The nearest airport to Kovalam lies 15 kilometers away and is named Trivandrum International Airport that is well connected with the major cities of the country and other parts of the world while the nearest railway station is Trivandrum Central railway station. One can take a bus or taxi in order to reach the beach from the airport or the railway station or from other cities of the country for those who wish to travel to the beach by road.
15. Rann Of Kutch, Gujarat
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 on 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. Gujarat, for those of you who don’t know, is one of the warmest places to visit in December in India. But to be fair, the sunshine is bearable during the day.
Rann Utsav date: 28th October 2019 to 23rd February 2020
Tickets: Book your tickets for Rann Utsav here
Cost of stay: INR 1200 per night onwards
Famous Food: Typical Gujarati Thali that includes roti, dal, kadhi, curd, rice, and other vegetable curries
What To Buy: Embroidery work, hand block printing, wood carving, mudwall painting, silverwork, penknives, iron bell
Where To Buy From: Rann Utsav, Art Villages like Bhujodi, Dhamkada, Nirona, Bhachau
How To Reach: Once in Gujarat via airways or railways, one can either take a bus or hire a private cab in order to reach Kutchh from Dhordo.
16. Wayanad, Kerala
Are you searching for some December vacation destinations in South India? This green paradise rests amidst the gorgeous mountains of the Western Ghats. The history, culture, forests, food, and people, everything about Wayanad is incredibly awesome. There are plenty of trekking routes and bird watching spots that attract tourists from all over India. Wayanad is truly heaven waiting to be discovered by nature and adventure lovers, making it one of the most gorgeous places to visit in December in India.
Cost of stay: INR 1020 per night onwards
Famous Food: Kilikoodu, Malabar Biryani, Chemmeen Unda Puttu, Puttu, and Beef Fry, Sadya, Chatti Pathiri, Mutta Mala, Pazham Nirachathu
What To Buy: Spices, coffee, tea, bamboo articles, native craft, herbal plants
Where To Buy From: Market Road, Easwaran Nanmboodiri, The Focus Mall
How To Reach: The nearest airport to Wayanad is the Calicut International Airport that is located around 65 kilometers while the nearest railway station is in Kozhikode. One can easily hire a cab or take the local bus to reach Wayanad from the airport or the railway station
17. Tawang, Arunachal
Pradesh
One of the most gorgeous and difficult-to-reach December vacation destinations, Tawang is a paradise for explorers and adventure enthusiasts. This place offers magnificent views of the snow-covered Himalayas, ancient monasteries, and valleys wrapped by colorful prayer flags. The beauty of Gudpi and Chong-Chugmi ranges from, Tawang chu River and Tawang valley. Those who want to experience the fun of celebrating the Torgya festival can visit Tawang in October and in February for the Losar festival. It is one of the best places to visit in North East India in December.
Cost of stay: INR 1000 per night onwards
Famous Food: Zan, Khura, Gyapa-khaz, Thukpa, Puta, Bressi, Momos, TsizinKyola, Khazi
What To Buy: Handicrafts, woolen carpets, shawls, shoes, handmade sheets, Thangka painting, bamboo utensils
Where To Buy From: New Market, Old Market, Nehru Market
How To Reach: The nearest airport to Tawang is located around 387 kilometers in Tezpur and the nearest railway station is Rangapara Railway Station at a distance of 383 kilometers. One can travel through the road and from the airport or railway station to Tawang by hiring a cab or taking a coach.
18. Udaipur, Rajasthan
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 nullify the extreme effects. So, what you get as a result is fabulous. And all you art lovers, plan your trip around the Shilpgram Arts and Crafts Festival to explore some endemic traditional crafts. You could learn crafting skills from the famous artisans too.
Cost of stay: INR 1000 per night onwards
Famous Food: Mini Mirchi Bada, Dall Baati Churma, Dabeli, Kachoris, Mewari egg
What To Buy: Silk sarees, jackets, cushion covers, jewelry, turbans, wall hangings, diaries
Where To Buy From: Hathi Pol Bazaar, Bada Bazaar, Chetak Circle, Bapu Bazaar, Shilpgram
How To Reach: Udaipur houses a domestic airport and railway station which connects well with the major cities of the country well. One can also travel to Udaipur by road via a private cab, personal vehicle, or local bus that runs regularly from major cities to Udaipur such as Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, and more.
19. Guwahati, Assam
Guwahati, located on the banks of Brahmaputra river, serves as a gateway to Northeast India. Crammed with tourist hotspots, recreational centers, malls, places of religious significance, and other attractions, a tour of Guwahati has a lot to offer. Being a place that is rich in biodiversity and blessed with an abundance of flora and fauna, it is a great travel destination for all nature lovers.
Cost of stay: INR 8000 per night onwards
Famous Food: Momos, Jhal Muri, Lucchi, Assam Tea, Thukpa, Chowmein, Khaar, Silkworms, Masor Tenga, Payash
What To Buy: Bamboo decorations, mekhla chadar, silk sarees, tribal arts, Assamese silk
Where To Buy From: Fancy Bazaar Market, Paan Bazaar Market, Paltan Bazaar Market, GS Road Market, Ganesh Gudi Market
How To Reach: Guwahati is home to an international airport named Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and a railway station that connects well with the major landmarks by road. One can also take buses or private cabs from the neighboring cities such as Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, West Bengal, and Nagaland
20. Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya
Located in the heart of Meghalaya, the enchanting Cherrapunjee was once titled the ‘wettest place on Earth’ by the Guinness Book of World Records. This beautiful location boasts of deep valleys, foaming rivers, mystical clouds and rainfall heavy enough to be measured in feet. Untouched by urbanism, Cherrapunjee houses an array of bewitching sights and natural attractions rare to find anywhere else.
Cost of stay: INR 1600 per night onwards
Famous Food: Pork momos, Jadoh, Sohra Pulao
What To Buy: Orange flower honey, exotic spices, tea, bamboo handicrafts, Scottish clothing, handmade soaps
Where To Buy From: Police Bazaar, Sohra Market, New Sohra
How To Reach: Once in Shillong via airways or railways, one can take a local taxi, private cab, or the local luxury coaches that cover the distance between Shillong and Guwahati
21. Kaziranga, Assam
Kaziranga National Park is the place where man and nature meet together, where wildlife roams fearlessly, and where nature unwinds its pristine form in millions of hues. Take a ride on an elephant, and go deep inside the wilderness of the park to enjoy the lush green view, especially during the morning. Or, you may also hop on a jeep safari and enjoy a cruise ride in a boat on the Brahmaputra river.
Cost of stay: INR 1000 per night onwards
How To Reach: There are a total of two airports located near the Kaziranga National Park- Guwahati International Airport which is at a distance of 217 kilometers and Jorhat Airport which is at a distance of 97 kilometers. The nearest railway station to the National Park is Furkating sitting at a distance of 75 kilometers. Once in Assam, travelers can take a bus or cab or taxi from the to cover the distance between the two.
22. Neil Island, Andaman
Neil Island is one of the tiny islands of
India’s the Andaman Islands, in the Bay of Bengal. With coral reefs and
breathtaking views, it is a must-visit for travelers. Neil Island has a
peaceful ambiance with the perfect essence of nature. One can chill or take
long walks on the magnificent beach of this Island. Neil is really small and
thus, doesn’t take much of a traveler’s time to explore it fully.
Cost of stay: INR 1650 per night onwards
Famous Food: Samosas, dal pakoras, jalebis
How To Reach: Neil Island can be easily reached via airways and waterways. One can take an early morning boat from Port Blair to Neil Island or cruises from major cities such as Chennai and Kolkata to reach the island directly.
23. Kohima, Nagaland
Perched atop a high ridge, Kohima is the capital of the northeastern state of Nagaland that shares its borders with Myanmar (formerly Burma). Kohima tour packages beckon ardent tourists to delight in its hilly beauty. Kohima is amongst the three Nagaland towns with Municipal council status along with Dimapur and Mokokchung. This picturesque town is the home of the brave and daring, yet simple and innocent Naga tribes.
Cost of stay: INR 900 per night onwards
Famous Food: Bamboo shoots, Axone, meat dishes
What To Buy: Metalwork, woodcraft, baskets, jewelry, beadwork, traditional attire, souvenirs
Where To Buy From: Naga Bazaar, Central Market, Mao Market, Tibetan Market
How To Reach: The nearest airport to Kohima is the Dimapur Airport which is situated 74 kilometers away. There is no railway station connectivity in Kohima. By road, one can easily hire a taxi, take local buses, or take he private vehicle to reach Kohima
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