Doonites, it is finally time to bid adieu to this eventful year with a high-spirited getaway trip! Usher good vibes by celebrating the birth of 2025 all clad in snow and breath-taking views of the mountains.
Here is a list of hill stations close to home where you can begin the new year with a bang:
For those who love quiet corners and soul-soothing views, Kanatal is calling! This peaceful hamlet is all about panoramic Himalayan vistas, dense pine forests, and lush green meadows. Yet again, tucked away far from the touristy chaos, Kanatal is the kind of place where time slows down and peace settles in.
Merely 2.5-3 hours from Dehradun by road, hop on a cab or bus heading towards Chamba or Tehri and witness magic unravel at Kanatal.
Distance from Dehradun: 76 kms
History buffs and peace seekers, rejoice! Lansdowne, a picture-perfect hill station in Uttarakhand, is all things charming. With its colonial-era vibe, tranquil aura, and postcard-worthy Himalayan views, is a former British cantonment and your ultimate spot to chill and soak up a bit of history about the Garhwal Rifles.
A 4–5-hour drive from Dehradun, with buses and taxis ready to take you there, Landsdowne is the offbeat getaway spot you didn't know you needed!
Distance from Dehradun: 157 kms
Adventure seekers, Har Ki Dun is a breathtaking valley tucked away in the Garhwal Himalayas. With snow-capped peaks, alpine greenery, and a sprinkle of Mahabharata folktales, the 'Valley of Gods' is a trekker’s paradise.
Start with a 7–8-hour drive to Sankri village, about 200 km from Dehradun, and finish with a nature-soaked trek!
Distance from Dehradun: 186 kms
Dreaming of an escape into nature? Chakrata, a quaint hill station near Dehradun, has got your back!
Packed with ancient temples, trekking trails, mysterious caves, and lush coniferous forests, this hidden gem has been experiencing the season's first snow showers and is calling all travel junkies!
Distance from Dehradun: 88 kms
Apple orchards, pine forests, and the snow-kissed Himalayas— Chamba is the ultimate destination in the midst of nature. Add the Bhagirathi River and a vibe that’s all about calm and quiet, and you’ve got yourself the perfect retreat from the city rush.
A 3–4-hour road trip from Dehradun will get you here!
Distance from Dehradun: 87 kms