Planning a road trip soon and do not know where to begin? Don’t worry; we are here for you. Here is how you can plan an Indian road trip in 8 simple steps.

Step 1: Decide the trail!

Step one of the process is evident. Decide where are you willing to go!

To do this efficiently follow the following steps:

Make a list of places you wish to see. Keep in mind that road trips across India are not a single kind and vary as per the topography and terrain.

See whether your next vacation is in sync with the season there.

If it is possible to travel on your decided timeline, find the places to visit nearby and look out for popular trails.

Then, decide the one that speaks to you the most.

Tip: Planning road trips in India during the off season time helps you save a lot of money.

Don’t be lazy; spend a good time researching for your trip. Gather as much information as you can. Once the trail is decided, take a print out of the map. Why? Well, it’s India, don’t expect google maps to be your friend everywhere!

Step 2: Divide your drive time

This is a long step, so bear with us.

Although it’s a “road trip”, we are sure you do not want to spend your whole day driving. Now, what you can do to avoid this is to plan ahead of time.

Note down the distance between each destination and find the average driving time. Add a variance of plus/minus two hours depending on road conditions and traffic.

Now, once you are done with these details, see if you are driving for more than 5 hours in one stretch. If you are, find a pit stop that you can add on or off the usual route. This will give you time to relax and will make the experience more enjoyable.

Make sure while doing this, you do take into consideration the endurance of the people you are travelling with. The last thing you want is to push their limits or yours.

Note: If you are travelling to the hills or more secluded places, make sure you know where you will find a gas station and how far is the next gas station. This will give you an edge over the terrain and uncertainties.

Step 3: Make bookings

If you are planning your road trip during the peak tourist season or somewhere around it, book in advance.

Finding good hotels at affordable prices is a task during the peak season. That is why making booking in advance always comes in handy.

Step 4: Pick your ride!

Pick a ride that is in sync with the terrain you’ve chosen to travel. This is a very crucial step because if you do not pick the right ride for your road trip, your trip will be far from merrier.

We cannot even emphasise how important this part is. So, make a decision wisely!

Step 5: Know your way to packing!

When you are hitting the road on your terms, you need to be prepared for everything. Haven’t you heard, “ precautions are better than cure”?

So, along with your luggage, don’t forget to pack some essential items. If you do not know what we are talking about. Here is a list of things that can always come in handy.

Flashlight

First Aid Kit

Air pump and puncture repair kit

Jack

If you are travelling in a car, do carry a spare tyre.

Step 6: Pamper your ride before the big day and get yourself prepped

Before venturing into a road trip, make sure you service your vehicle. Although it is the most obvious point to make, people tend to ignore it for some reason.

Understanding the know-hows of your vehicle is as important as it is to have a smoothly functioning ride. Learn about the most frequent problems that can occur from the World Wide Web. understand how you can resolve these issues or prevent them from happening.

Step 7: Be prepared for the road frenzy!

Driving in India is no less than “Hunger Games”. Cutting lanes, hovering motorbikes and overtaking on curves are some of the infamous incidents you will have to face while driving here.

So, to avoid any sort of issues, one has to be on their toes while driving. To be honest, only if you are mentally prepared for these phenomenons, you’ll be able to rule the Indian roads.

Step 8: Don’t take risks

You may hear people saying take risks on your road trip, travel the road less travelled but all of this only makes the experience more tiresome.

The roads less travelled in India are not usually highways. Often they are undulated lanes that can only damage your vehicle more.

Plus, you will already spend a reasonable amount of time on your ride. Taking these offbeat roads won’t necessarily save you time. So, try to avoid travelling off the route whenever you can.

And that’s it! See it was this easy to plan a road trip. Wishing if you can avoid the whole planning portion? Well, then you can consult travel agents to craft you a tailor made itinerary. Request a quote now!