If you are also a couple who values experience more than gifts, this one is for you. Here are the best Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day in 2026. Let the Valentine day escape unwind the spark again, and spend some cozy moments together. With these 10 romantic getaways from Delhi, create memories and cherish them forever.
10 Valentine Day Escape Destinations
Landour: Undiscovered Gem
| Distance from Delhi | 278 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 6h 14m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 10k luxury hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Sun-dappled paths, snow-covered mountains, cottages with English and Irish names, Landour, Mussoorie have endless green vistas. Spend a romantic weekend in blown away beauty of this tiny cantonment hill station. Landour is one of my favourite valentine day escapes with gentle, quaint, and quiet surroundings. The weather here is spectacular, and sunrises and sunsets with endless cups of coffees feels like a blessing.
Things to do in Landour
Walk the Chukkar – This eight-figure road looks like an infinity sign. It is a trail that you take past the Kellogg Memorial Church with great views. Visit Lal Tibba, Nanda Devi, the 200 kms peak, and enjoy the winterline sunrise and sunsets. Further, explore Jabarkhet Nature Reserve with a guided tour and witness over 100 species of birds and types of flowers. Though species of animals are less here, yet the natural dive here is iconic and worth it.
Other places to visit for valentines day escape are St. Paul’s, the oldest church, George Everest’s house, the scenic spot Hathipaon, Landour Bakehouse for drool-worthy pastries, and Prakash Stores. Book your 3-day romantic getaway package for the most romantic getaway from Delhi.
Shimla: Queen of the Hills
| Distance from Delhi | 341 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 6h 51m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 10k average hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Things to do in Shimla
The chilly weather is perfect for cuddle and the enchanting Mall Road is the best attraction for an evening stroll. Shimla is the most romantic scenic highlight. Visit Kufri for the most enchanting scenic trail to start your day. Enjoy an adventurous Kurfi horse ride and step a little closer to nature. After spending a whole day there, take a trip to Mall Road and taste the amazing roadside Kadhi Chawal or Rajma Chawal. Get up early the next day and visit the incredible Jakhu temple.
Also, enjoy the stunning colonial architecture of the Viceregal Lodge. The best attraction of Shimla is the Kalka-Shimla Railway for a scenic and quieter hill station experience. Another destination you cannot miss is Christ Church and the Himalayan Bird Park & Annandale if you have an eye for nature appreciation.
Nainital: The Town of Lakes on the Foothills of the Himalayas
| Distance from Delhi | 311 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 6h 22m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 8k good hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Things to do in Nainital
If you also enjoy the air of Uttarakhand and it is something that refreshes you, find the romantic Valentines Day escapes, cuddling at a luxury Airbnb in the hills of Nainital. Start your trip by visiting the Mukteshwar temple and the irresistible waterfall. This waterfall is a couple of kms trek, but enchanting enough to make you forget everything else. Next, visit Sattal and spend some quality time doing water activities like Kayaking, water cycling, swimming, etc.
Next, you can visit Bhimtal. Though after Sattal, Bhimtal won’t feel that enchanting, a couple of boat pictures and the cafe Aquarium can be the main highlight of your visit. Make sure to taste the authentic Italian food from IHeartCafe. The next day, start your day with the Naina Devi temple, and seek blessings with enchanting views. Take a guided tour and cover all the points here, like Eco Cave Gardens, Tiffin Top (enjoy horse riding), and the Agra Fort.
Also Read: 5-day Serene Escape to Bewitching Nainital and Hinterland
Agra: Beyond the Marble
| Distance from Delhi | 232 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 3h 54m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 5k good hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Things to do in Agra
Agra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The stunning structure has encrypted poetry in the stones. Beyond the flawless architecture, the vibe here is interesting as well. Other places to visit in Agra are Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Akhbar’s Tomb, and Mehtab Bagh. Make sure to taste Petha, kebabs, Kormas, and bring back leather bags or shoes as a souvenir. Feel love in the air on this Valentine’s Day escape.
Jim Corbett: Home of Bengali Tigers
| Distance from Delhi | 279 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 5h 26m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 12k good hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Jim Corbett National Park is one of the oldest national parks protecting Bengal tigers, making it the most romantic weekend getaway from Delhi. The ideal time to visit this is from November to June. It is home to leopards, barking deer, hog deer, Himalayan black bear, and Indian pangolin. It is also a haven for bird lovers.
Lansdowne: The Black Hill
| Distance from Delhi | 282 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 6h 22m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 8k good hotel stay, excluding transportation |
This colonial-era is serene and dedicated to the military cantonment. The mountains there soar high in tranquility, and heritage has an untold history curled deep inside the natural habitat of flora and fauna. This hill station is appealing in every season, regardless of bloom, winter, or snow. Explore camping, photography, and adventurous trails with seasonal blooms.
Valentine Day Escape in Lansdowne
Start your trip with a hidden colonial gem, the War Memorial. Visit St. Mary’s Church Museum, where the enchanting stone pre-independence artefacts whisper the historical secrets. Next is St. John’s Church, with its Gothic architecture, which narrates the town’s layered past. The Old Garhwali Mess is one of the oldest structures, famous for its timeless beauty.
Neemrana: Canvas of Heritage
| Distance from Delhi | 139 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 2h 39m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 7k luxury hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Neemrana Fort Palace is situated on a concealed canted hill in the Alwar district. This enchanting fort was resurrected magically as one of India’s best luxury heritage hotels, spread over 10 acres in a 14-tiered level cut into the hill. Neemrana provides a lavish “non-hotel” hotel experience for visitors, providing refined services with well-trained staff. Their versatile buffets, unforgettable cultural extravaganzas, and nature-infused luxuries are exquisite. Neemrana Fort is a testament to heritage, where cinematography and posh weddings are the main attractions.
Kasauli: The Secret of Uttrakhand
| Distance from Delhi | 287 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 5h 34m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 12k average hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Another valentine day escape is Kasauli. It has Manki Point, the ‘temple in the air’ with a picturesque panorama offering tranquility, dipped in the misty wind surrounding the hill. Not only this, but Kasuali offers an enchanting cinematic sunrise and sunset, and a passionate Gilbert trek. This city is less crowded and has a captivating heritage market.
Jaipur: The Pink City
| Distance from Delhi | 312 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 4h 46m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 10k average hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Jaipur is a heritage city that ages like a fine wine. Every fort here unfolds a story. Wander into the fairytale with the royal city palace and feel the roots of luxury. A picture perfect valentine day escape.
Places to visit in Jaipur in 2026
- Nahargarh Fort
- Jaigarh Fort
- Hawa Mahal
- Amber Fort
- Albert Hall Museum
- Jantar mantar
- Jal Mahal and a vibrant night market
- Jhalana safari
- City market
- Birla mandir
- Galta Ji
- Patrika gate
- Chulgiri temple
- Govind Dev Ji Temple
Kasol: A Dream-Reality Perplexity
| Distance from Delhi | 480 kms |
| Time to Travel by Car | 9h 27m |
| Estimated budget (2 days) | 15k good hotel stay, excluding transportation |
Kasol is one of the perfect Valentine Day escape, spread over the mountains, situated in the countryside that feels like a secret destination. Many travellers know Parvati Valley as a clandestine place for the consumption of weed, but only a few have witnessed the magic of unsullied thorps, in which camouflaged and isolated communities live. Travel addicts are stunned by this bucolic rural life and scrumptious cafes. Treat yourself to Israeli cuisine.
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