Sipping a hot cup of coffee sitting by the hill side or just taking a stroll on the wet roads with your loved one as the gentle breeze blows around, exemplifies serenity and bliss. Embrace the nature as you hike through forest trails, listening to the sound of birds and animals or just looking over magnificent waterfalls and backwaters sounds like just the right idea for an ideal monsoon getaway. Many people believe that monsoon season can hamper their holiday plans but essentially, it is the best time to take a break from your tedious routine. With heavy downpour during monsoon season across the country come heavy discounts, affordable hotel deals and travel packages.
It’s time to pack your bags and head to some of the most popular monsoon destinations as we list down a few holiday packages for your perfect monsoon getaway :
The recently launched, The Deltin at Varkund in Daman offers a two night stay for two adults inclusive of all meals at a price of Rs 16,999 in the property’s superior room. The package is available only for weekends. You can also pamper yourself with one of the relaxing therapies or spa treatments at The Deltin spa.
Contact: 0260-6699999, www.deltingroup.com
Jaypee Residency Manor in Mussoorie offers a stay for couples in deluxe rooms for 2 nights and 3 days for Rs 17, 500 + taxes. The package includes breakfast for two, 20% discount on food and beverages. You can also use swimming pool, gymnasium and their steam/sauna facilities during the stay. Valid from16 July, 2014 onwards.
Contact: 0135-2631800, www.jaypeehotels.com
Alila Diwa Goa offers accommodation for 3 nights and 4 days on single or double occupancy for Rs 26,800. The monsoon hotel deal includes all the meals and 20% off on spa facilities. Monsoon package is valid till 30 September, 2014.
Contact: +91832274 6800, www.alilahotels.com/diwagoa
Taj Falaknuma Palace in Hyderabad hasmonsoon offers starting from Rs 47,000 per couple for 2 nights, with a 3rd night complimentary on a room-only basis. The package includes complimentary breakfast, Heritage Walk, an additional 15% discounts on food & beverages and Jiva Spa treatments. The offer is valid till 30 September, 2014. The hotel will also host a vintage car ride in the city.
Contact: 1800111825, www.tajhotels.com
Sterling Holidays Wood ‘n’ Spice Resort in Thekkady, Kerala offers monsoon special packages for 3 nights and 4 days for 2 adults + 2 children at Rs 32,000. The package include all meals, special Kerala snacks, one session of monsoon Special Ayurveda treatment per adult. Valid from 15 June, 2014 to 15 September, 2014
Contact: www.sterlingholidays.com
Te Aroha in Dhanachuli, Uttarakhand has a special monsoon package for 2 nights/3 days in one for the deluxe rooms for Rs 17, 900 including taxes. The packages include all meals on a fixed menu basis for two persons. Valid till 15 September, 2014.
Contact: www.tearoha.in
Cidade de Goa has special monsoonpackages available from Rs 9,500 plus taxes per night on weekdays. And Rs 10,250 plus taxes per night on weekends for the standard room for minimum 3 days.
Contact: www. cidadedegoa.com
The Tamara Coorg in Karnataka offers a ‘magical monsoon package’ that gives guests the option of a two-night stay at the Luxury Cottages for Rs 28,000/- and a two-night stay at the Suite Cottages for Rs 40,000/- plus taxes. Valid till 30 August, 2014.
Contact: www.thetamara.com
For budget travellers and nature lovers, Club 10 Pine Resort in Mukteshwar near Nainital is offering monsoon packages at Rs 1,500 per person on twin sharing basis, inclusive of taxes. The package offers lodging, breakfast and dinner.
Contact: http://www.clubtenpinelodge.com/
Stonewater Eco Resort in Goa has monsoon packages starting from Rs 7,500 for 1 night for double occupancy sea view cottage inclusive of breakfast. Other packages include Rs 10,500 for 1 night for double occupancy sea view cottage inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Contact: www.stonewaterecoresort.com
Le Dupleix in Pondicherry has monsoon special package that starts from Rs 8,999 for 2 nights and 3 days. You can also enjoy the Sunday brunch, mango fiesta and happy hours.
Contact: 0413 222 6999, www.ledupleix.com
Madhubhan Resort and Spa in Gujarat offers monsoon package deals for an accommodation for 1 night & 2 days on twin sharing basis Rs 8,000 approx which includes an hour long yoga session. Valid till 30 September, 2014.
Contact: 1800-2339009, www.madhubhanresortandspa.com
Kempinski Ambience, Delhi has monsoon deal for Rs 8,000 that includes dinners, mocktails and more. Valid only on weekends till 30 August, 2014,
Contact: 011-49088888, www.kempinski.com
Neemrana Fort Palace at Neemrana in Rajasthan has monsoon packages starting from Rs 3,300 that gives discounts on room rent and spa facilities. Valid till 31 August, 2014, only from Monday to Friday.
Contact: +911494 246007, www.neemranahotels.com
Lavasa, India’s first planned hill city in Pune also has monsoon offers ranging from great adventure sports, nature trails to exotic spas. Starting from Rs 499, they are offering spa packages, golf coaching, aqua volleyball and basketball, swimming and lots more. They also have waterfall safari for Rs 1,500. Valid till 30 September, 2014.
Contact: +91 20 6473 1022; www.lavasa.com
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre has monsoon special package for Rs 7,500 plus taxes for 2 nights and 3 days valid till 30 September, 2014. Accommodation on double occupancy, special dinner, buffet, breakfast in bed the next day and couple massage for an hour.
Contact: 91-4066824422 or h6182re@accor.com