5 Best Travel Destinations in India for Senior Citizens In 2024

Once you turn 60, you turn over a leaf and a new chapter in your life begins. You’ve retired and as a new entrant into the league of senior citizens, you have a world of opportunities lying in front of you. With a whole lot of free time on your hands, you can dedicate it to travelling to different places and exploring what each one has in store for you. Here are 5 travel destinations in India that are perfect for senior citizens:

#1 Corbett National Park

Many senior citizens tend to connect with nature and find themselves most at peace in such surroundings. What better than a wildlife safari in Corbett National Park? Grab those binoculars and get a closer look at the wild cats (read: Royal Bengal Tiger), colourful birds and more go by with their lives in their natural habitat. But the fun doesn’t stop there. The scenic beauty of Uttarakhand is the perfect backdrop to these sightings during the safari. Being one of the best travel destinations in India, there are numerous high-end resorts and forest houses you can stay in.

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#2 Jaisalmer

If not the wilderness, there is always the desert to explore! Jaisalmer has to be one of the best senior citizen holiday destinations to visit in 2021. Such is Jaisalmer’s allure that there is something for every age group and every type of traveller to enjoy.  Local and international travellers find a certain sense of contentment and joy while exploring Jaisalmer. Since it is the less preferred option compared to Jaipur and Udaipur, it is less populated with tourists and hence, you are truly able to enjoy the forts, palaces, museums, temples, lake and sand dunes. The best time to visit Jaisalmer would be sometime between October to March when the weather is cool and senior citizens will not have to deal with the discomfort that comes with extreme heat and humidity. The Desert Festival is something to look forward to during these months but apart from that, desert camping is one such activity that senior citizens can enjoy in Jaisalmer!

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#3 Munnar

If peace and tranquility is what you seek in your post-retirement travels, Munnar is a great choice. The hill station is one of the best places to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. From winding quaint lanes to exotic lush tea gardens to cascading waterfalls to enthralling wildlife, Munnar makes for one of the best senior citizen holiday destinations. Munnar enjoys pleasant weather all year around but October to February is considered as the tourist season. There are places to visit in Munnar such as Attukal Waterfalls, Pothamedu View Point, TATA Tea Museum, Eravikulam National Park, Kundale Lake, Carmelagiri Elephant Park and Rose Garden.

#4 Agra

When it comes to exploring the glorious history and heritage of India, what place better than Agra? The land of Taj Mahal, Agra in Uttar Pradesh is often touted as the ‘Epitome of Love’ and is one of the major attractions that lures millions of locals and international travellers every year, making Agra one of the most visited cities in India. soul of the city that draws millions of tourists every year making Agra one of the most visited travel destinations in India. For senior citizens who love diving deep into the history of a place, Agra is one of the best travel destinations. Apart from the Taj Mahal, there are other attractions such as Mehtab Bagh, Akbar Fort and Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah. Agra will always be one of the timeless senior citizen holiday destinations in India.

#5 Ooty

Nestled in the Nilgiris of Tamil Nadu, Ooty is one of the best travel destinations in India for retirees and senior citizens. There are pristine lakes, cascading waterfalls, lush greenery, blue mountains on offer. But Ooty is more than just nature - there are heritage buildings and bungalows that reflect the rich colonial past of this hill town that once served as the ‘Summer Retreat for the British. Ooty Lake, Pykara Waterfalls, Doddabetta Peak, Fernhills Palace. Avalanche Lake, Emerald Lake, Ooty Botanical Gardens, Deer Park and Kalhatty Waterfalls are some of the places to visit in Ooty.

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Conclusion

Senior citizens have special needs and expectations when it comes to travelling. To make exploring fun and possible, Club Mahindra has the Bliss membership which offers incredible deals and offers, specially designed for senior citizens. Explore these travel destinations in India and add new memories and moments to your new chapter as a senior citizen.