In April, temperatures begin to rise, marking the beginning of a mild summer. The average temperature in most of the plains is more than 30 °C. Although it is not so hot right now. For those who tremble at the thought of stepping out of their homes during the severe cold of January and February, April is a better time to travel. This month there is neither extreme cold nor scorching heat, which makes it easy to avoid the problem of sweat and dehydration during travel.
April also sees festivals like Chaitra Navratri, Eid-ul-Fitr, Baisakhi and Ram Navami. Some offices also give holidays on these festivals. Additionally, weekend trips are also possible. With abundant travel opportunities and perfect weather, even if you're worried about budget, there's no need to worry. In this article we will discuss about some tourist places where you can travel in April on a budget of only Rs 5000.
Pachmarhi:
Pachmarhi is the only hill station in Madhya Pradesh. Situated amidst the Satpura Range, Pachmarhi offers lush greenery away from the hustle and bustle. April is an ideal time to visit the stunning caves and waterfalls of Pachmarhi. You can also enjoy hiking and trekking here.
The nearest railway station to reach Pachmarhi is Pipariya. The nearest airports are at Bhopal or Jabalpur. However, there is a good road network up to Pachmarhi, where you can enjoy beautiful views along the way. The cost of traveling and living here is also minimal.
Hospice:
Dharamshala, a beautiful hill station situated in the valleys of Himachal Pradesh, is the best place to visit in April. Also known as Mini Tibet, Dharamshala is surrounded by Tibetan flags fluttering in the wind. You can find bustling markets, museums and monasteries here. Buses and taxis are easily available from Delhi, Shimla and Dehradun to Dharamshala, which are also budget friendly. Hotel rent is also not very high.
Mussoorie:
Mussoorie, known as the 'Queen of Hills' in Uttarakhand, is also a great place to visit in April. Mussoorie experiences cool breeze during April. Riding a scooter in the golden sunshine and cool breeze on the roads of Mussoorie during the day makes for a great travel experience. You can visit places like Lal Tibba, Camel's Back, Company Garden and Dalai Hills. Additionally, you can also visit Dhanaulti and Surkanda Mata Temple. Many adventure sports are also available here in budget. The cost of staying, traveling and eating in this hill station can be within Rs 5000.
Mount Abu:
Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan, is also a suitable place to visit in April. Mount Abu, surrounded by dense forests with granite peaks, has many sacred and ancient Jain and Hindu temples. Calm and close to nature, the nearest railway station to this town is Abu Road Railway Station. This place can also be reached by road.
Other places:
If your budget is high then Darjeeling, Ravangla, Cherrapunji, Gulmarg, Ooty and Tawang are also suitable places to visit in April. Additionally, Nainital and Oth are also ideal to visit in April.