10 Best Scenic Road Trips In India

So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable journey through India's picturesque landscapes.

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1. Shimla To Spiti Valley

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2. Mumbai To Goa

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3. Guwahati to Tawang

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4. Mysore to Hampi

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5. Chennai to Munnar

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6. Manali to Ladakh

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7. Gangtok to Nathula Pass

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8. Jaipur to Jaisalmer

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9. Shillong to Cherrapunjee

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10. Siliguri to Darjeeling

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