OT Staff & Waquar Habib
Gulmarg’s powder snow, world-class gondola and beginner-friendly ski slopes make it thrilling yet manageable for solo winter travellers; hotels, guides and cafes ensure safety and sociable après-ski evenings year-round charm.
Shimla’s colonial Mall, ice-skating rink and accessible transport make winter strolls safe for solo travellers; homely cafés, well-lit streets and reliable police presence add comfort and easy day-trips nearby Kufri.
Rishikesh’s misty Ganges, yoga hubs and riverside hostels offer soulful winter solitude; safe, walkable lanes, community hostels and easy day-trips make it ideal for mindful solo travel; book local classes.
Pondicherry’s mild winter sunshine, French Quarter cafés and seaside promenade suit solo explorers; cycle rentals, Auroville trips and friendly guesthouses create a relaxed, safe coastal escape—great food and beaches.
Munnar’s misty tea gardens, cool winters and guided estate walks offer peaceful solo retreats; homely homestays, reliable local drivers and birdwatching make exploration easy and restorative—sip tea at sunset.
Coorg’s coffee hills, pleasant winters and managed trails suit solo nature lovers; guided plantation tours, friendly homestays and smooth road access deliver safe, unhurried days amid waterfalls—try local coffee.
Alwar and Neemrana’s heritage hotels, mild winters and short drives from Delhi make them perfect quick solo breaks; fortified palaces, guided tours and secure stays suit independent explorers—photo-friendly forts.
Shillong’s crisp winter air, safe guesthouses and café culture suit solo travellers; short treks, living root bridges nearby and local guides offer memorable, easy-paced winter adventures—try local Khasi cuisine.
Auli’s groomed ski slopes, panoramic Nanda Devi views and safe ski schools make solo winter adventures accessible; chairlifts, cosy lodges and gentle trails welcome beginners—book lessons.
Manali’s snow-scapes, Solang Valley and lively cafés create sociable solo winters; adventure options, secure homestays and regular buses make independent exploration practical and fun—try hot springs and local bakeries.