9 Places In India That Are Perfect For Solo Travelers

There are places in India which you cannot escape from; they are so lovely and vibrant in their own ways that you just cannot miss out on appreciating the beauty that lies in these places. While, some places are best explored when you have a big group of friends or your family to ensure that you have a lovely time with them.

But how often have you thought about traveling alone and still making the best out of the time and place when you are there. There is always a purpose behind traveling solo, not only do you get all the freedom to go where you want to, you are not bound by anyone or anything and the time lies in your hand. But, apart from that you get to know yourself, you discover not one but many things about you, get to know about your fears, your strengths and more importantly you are able to introspect much more than you would have done with your group of friends.

# Delhi, Agra, Jaipur – The Golden Triangle

Jaipur is a cultural beauty for those who wish to spend a couple of days alone. This historic destination has numerous monuments and sites to enjoy days in exploration. Agra is a similar cultural destination famous for exploration, shopping, and sightseeing. Delhi is right for those who are looking for urban adventure activities, cultural beauties, and modern amenities.

# Udaipur, Rajasthan

Why is one of the most romantic places in the country, in this list? Udaipur is an adaptive destination, which caters to your individualistic vacation needs. Are you planning a solo trip? Choose to explore the Aravalli Hills on the back of a horse, enjoy exploring the monuments, take an evening stroll along Lake Pichola, catch any live cultural performances, and so on.

The best way to enjoy Udaipur all by yourself is to cover important iconic attractions by day and enjoy the street food and cultural activities by evening. The place will be crawling with tourists between October and March and thus, your beautiful vacation spots in udaipur will be safe.

# Pushkar, Rajasthan

Pushkar is another Rajasthan destination, which is a very famous pilgrimage site too. Apart from pilgrimage activities, Pushkar is very famous among solo travelers for the serenity and the simple lifestyle. Solo travelers love to explore the temples and ghats to watch unique rituals, enjoy souvenir hunting, and cultural activities.

If you are planning to backpack through Pushkar, you can find cheap hostels for staying. Some choose to stay in Jaipur or Ajmer and take a day trip to Pushkar. Pushkar is a small region and you can explore the place in 2 or 3 days. Do not forget to taste the street food and delicacies of the region.

# Kumbhalgarh

One of the prime ideas behind travelling solo is to dwell into the rich culture that lies in India and what better than beginning your journey of self-discovery solo trip from the land which boasts culture and heritage in its very soil. Rajasthan, has for time immemorial been the lap of lovely and rich culture which has held India together. Kumbhalgarh is one such region in Rajasthan which is just too vibrant in its culture and heritage. This magnificent place is situated in the Western Aravali hills in Rajasthan near Udaipur. This Mewar fortress in the western range of Aravalli Hills is a world heritage site and is also included in the Hill Forts of Rajasthan. Here, you can literally hop from one fort to another and explore the beauty that lies in each of them.

Kumbhalgarh Fort, Badal Mahal, Neelkanth Mahadeo Temple are some of the must-visits here. Also, do not miss out on the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to many endangered species and attracts a number of tourists round the year.

# Jibhi, Tirthan Valley

This is a small hamlet located amidst the variegated mountains of Himalayas. The land is famous for peaceful vacation is an off-beat destination, far away from crowd and commercialization. The place is famous for pine grooves, lush murmuring streams, green forests, untouched picnic spots, and much more.

If you wish to make a sophisticated vacation out of the place, try to rent any Victorian themed cottages and camp in the wilderness to enjoy the song of the bird and sound of nature. This is the right destination for those who love to explore the region and enjoy solitary outdoor activities.

# Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Rishikesh is one of the major solo destinations among spirituality travelers and adventure lovers. Rishikesh is famous for Yoga resorts and ashrams where you can enjoy a rejuvenating time out of the grid and away from commercialization. Top activities to enjoy in Rishikesh are water rafting, trekking, flying fox, bungee jumping, exploring, camping, and others.

Top places to visit in Rishikesh are Triveni Ghat, Lakshman Jhula, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Neer Garh waterfalls, and others. The tourist attractions of Rishikesh would be filled with solo travelers. While attempting any adventure activities, make sure to cover it as a part of a group.

# Chalal, Himachal Pradesh

There are numerous solo destinations in Himachal Pradesh, which would give the right balance of cultural beauty and natural beauty to your vacation. However, Chalal is a unique destination thanks to the trekking routes and the Parvati valley surrounding it. This is a solitary destination famous for its rustic charm. Tourists love to enjoy the solitary trek to Chalal from Kasol, village exploration, camping, stargazing, and others.

# Khajuraho

Has the rich history of India ever made you go awe-struck? If the answer is yes, then you surely need to head down to Khajuraho because the ancient history of the place is going to make you question many other things about the lovely country which has been a host to so many things from time immemorial. Khajuraho speaks about all the ancient times which India has been part of. If you are travelling to Khajuraho, you are surely going to feel lost looking at the vibe and the richness that place beholds.

The ornate temples of Khajuraho are going to make you admire you with their art work and lovely creativity that surrounds the place all over. It is indeed the place which you might have been dreaming of for your spiritual holiday. Do not miss out on the Khajuraho temples, Kandariya Mahadev Temples, Lakshmana Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Varaha Temple and the archaeological museum.

# Kasol, Himachal Pradesh

Kasol is a place for both solo travelling and honeymoon destinations. You can find a lot of hippies trying to enjoy a nature-rich vacation. There are numerous trekking trails in the region like Kheerganga, Pin Parvati Pass, Yanker Pass, Sar Pass, and others. Make sure to stick with the major trekking routes. Unless you are an avid trekker, do not try to explore any trails alone.

Fishing in the Parvathi River is one of the major serene solo activities to enjoy here. Most of the solo vacationers choose to stay in the hotels in the old Kasol region. The best time for a solo visit is between March and May.