Delhi summers can be unforgiving, but a quick and budget-friendly weekend getaway can be your perfect escape. If you’re short on time and budget (under ₹3000), these destinations offer refreshing weather, scenic beauty, and a memorable experience — all without burning a hole in your pocket.
Below is a curated list of 20 summer weekend getaways from Delhi that are affordable, accessible, and ideal for solo travelers, couples, and small groups.
🌄 1. Lansdowne, Uttarakhand
- Distance: 250 km
- Highlights: Quiet hill station, pine forests, Bhulla Tal
- Budget Tips: Take a direct bus from Delhi (
₹500), stay in local homestays (₹800/night), eat at local dhabas - Total Cost: ₹2500 (2D/1N)
🌊 2. Damdama Lake, Haryana
- Distance: 60 km
- Highlights: Boating, adventure activities, picnic spots
- Budget Tips: Self-drive or metro + auto, bring your own food, entry ~₹100
- Total Cost: ₹700 (Day Trip)
🌸 3. Nahan, Himachal Pradesh
- Distance: 260 km
- Highlights: Renuka Lake, pleasant climate
- Budget Tips: Shared cabs from Paonta Sahib, basic hotels ~₹600
- Total Cost: ₹2800 (2D/1N)
🛶 4. Garhmukteshwar, Uttar Pradesh
- Distance: 110 km
- Highlights: Ganges ghats, spiritual escape
- Budget Tips: Regular buses from Anand Vihar ISBT (~₹150), simple eateries
- Total Cost: ₹900 (Day Trip)
🍃 5. Morni Hills, Haryana
- Distance: 270 km
- Highlights: Lake, nature trails, budget resorts
- Budget Tips: Go in a group for cost-sharing
- Total Cost: ₹2800 (2D/1N)
🛕 6. Mathura & Vrindavan
- Distance: 180 km
- Highlights: Temples, spirituality, heritage
- Budget Tips: Trains from Nizamuddin (~₹100), stay in dharamshalas
- Total Cost: ₹1200 (2D/1N)
🐫 7. Sariska Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan
- Distance: 200 km
- Highlights: Wildlife safari, ancient temples
- Budget Tips: Entry fee + shared jeep safari (~₹700), budget hotels
- Total Cost: ₹2800 (2D/1N)
🧘 8. Haridwar
- Distance: 220 km
- Highlights: Ganga aarti, yoga retreats
- Budget Tips: Stay at ashrams, eat at langars
- Total Cost: ₹1500 (2D/1N)
🌳 9. Deeg, Rajasthan
- Distance: 200 km
- Highlights: Forts, Mughal gardens
- Budget Tips: Day trip via Bharatpur, local buses
- Total Cost: ₹1000 (Day Trip)
🚣 10. Rishikesh (Budget Edition)
- Distance: 240 km
- Highlights: River rafting (off-season), Ganga ghats
- Budget Tips: Dormitory hostels (~₹300), budget cafes
- Total Cost: ₹2500 (2D/1N)
🌿 11. Barsana
- Distance: 150 km
- Highlights: Radha temples, rural charm
- Total Cost: ₹900 (Day Trip)
🕌 12. Agra
- Distance: 230 km
- Highlights: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort
- Budget Tips: Free entry days (check ASI calendar)
- Total Cost: ₹1500 (2D/1N)
🎨 13. Mandawa, Rajasthan
- Distance: 260 km
- Highlights: Fresco havelis
- Budget Tips: Stay in old havelis turned guesthouses
- Total Cost: ₹2900 (2D/1N)
🏞️ 14. Neemrana
- Distance: 130 km
- Highlights: Fort views, quiet getaway
- Budget Tips: Visit without staying in the Fort Palace
- Total Cost: ₹1500 (Day Trip)
🌾 15. Bhiwadi
- Distance: 80 km
- Highlights: Nature parks, industrial town turned green
- Total Cost: ₹900 (Day Trip)
🕍 16. Alwar
- Distance: 165 km
- Highlights: Bala Qila, City Palace
- Budget Tips: Local guesthouses, street food
- Total Cost: ₹2000 (2D/1N)
🏛️ 17. Kurukshetra
- Distance: 160 km
- Highlights: Mahabharata sites, museums
- Total Cost: ₹1200 (Day Trip)
🦢 18. Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
- Distance: 45 km
- Highlights: Birdwatching, eco-trails
- Budget Tips: Best for day trip from Gurgaon
- Total Cost: 600 (Day Trip)
🌞 19. Vrindavan Forest Retreat
- Distance: 170 km
- Highlights: Natural landscapes, quiet retreats
- Total Cost: ₹2500 (2D/1N)
🌿 20. Kasauli (if planned in group)
- Distance: 290 km
- Highlights: Misty walks, colonial vibe
- Budget Tips: Travel in shared cabs or buses
- Total Cost: ₹2900 (2D/1N)
✅ Pro Tips for Budget Weekend Trips:
- Use Govt. Transport: DTC, UTC, RSRTC for affordable travel.
- Group Travel: Share costs on cabs, rooms, food.
- Stay Smart: Go for hostels, ashrams, dharamshalas.
- Pack Snacks: Save on eating out frequently.
- Travel Overnight: Save on hotel charges.