5 Best Road Trip Destinations from India

Bhutan

Bhutan is the first country in the world to ban the sale of tobacco under its Tobacco Act of 2010 and the country itself offers clean and fresh air. Another unique feature of Bhutan is that the inheritance is generally passed through the females rather than the males i.e. the daughters inherit their parents’ house and the man is expected to make his own way in the world and asked to move to his wife’s home.

It is often recommended to enter Bhutan through the Jaigaon-Phuntsholing border in West Bengal as the popular cities in the country, Paro & Thimphu is closer. The scenic beauty, the mountains, the wonderful atmosphere in these cities will make your journey scintillating.

Best Route: Jaigaon- Phuntsholing border in West Bengal

Time & Distance: 5 days & 1400 kms

Documents Required: Indian Driving License, Photo ID proof (other than driving license), pre registration of Indian vehicle at Phuntsholing border’s immigration post & the Department for Vehicle Registration.

Bangladesh

Just like India, Bangladesh has also its richness in history. Often crowded, Bangladesh is known for the water bodies such as pristine rivers, ancient ruins, and pleasant locals. The drive through Siliguri, Kolkata, Agartala gives you a journey worth remembering in terms of food, shopping destinations, sceneries and more. Sundarbans Mangrove Forests, Chittagong hill Tracts, Srimangal, and Rangamati are must see destinations when you visit Bangladesh.

Best Route: Petrapole – Benapole border crossing

Time & Distance: 5 days, 1400 kms

Documents Required: Valid passport, Visa, special permits, carnet (a customs permit allowing a motor vehicle to be taken across a frontier for a limited period)