Best Weekend Getaway Destinations from India

You don't need a two-week holiday to go international. These destinations are close enough for a long weekend trip β€” short flights, quick visa processes (or no visa at all), and plenty to do in 3-4 days.

12 destinations
Updated February 2026

How We Selected This List

Destinations within short flying distance from major Indian cities with fast or no visa requirements.

Sometimes you just need a quick escape. These destinations are reachable in 2-6 hours from major Indian cities, have simple visa processes, and offer enough to fill an amazing long weekend.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Visa Required
14 days (extendable to 28 days)
AED 100 (~β‚Ή2,250) for visa on arrival
Immediate on arrival (if eligible) or 3-5 days for pre-applied visa

Special: Hold valid US, UK, EU, or Schengen visa/residence permit

Pro Tip: If you have a US tourist visa, you can get visa on arrival - saves time and hassle

Read full Dubai visa guide
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Bangkok, Thailand

Visa Free
60 days

Pro Tip: Download the TDAC QR code after submission - you'll need to show it at immigration

Read full Bangkok visa guide
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Singapore, Singapore

Visa Required
Up to 30 days
SGD 30 (~β‚Ή1,850) + service fee β‚Ή650
4-10 business days

Pro Tip: Have a local contact in Singapore provide Letter of Introduction (Form V39A) - significantly helps

Read full Singapore visa guide
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Maldives, Maldives

Visa Free
30 days (extendable up to 90 days)

Pro Tip: Keep hotel booking confirmation handy - immigration may ask

Read full Maldives visa guide
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Colombo, Sri Lanka

eVisa
30 days (extendable)
$50 (~β‚Ή4,200) for tourist ETA
Immediate to 24 hours

Pro Tip: Apply for ETA at least 2-3 days before travel (though instant approval is common)

Read full Colombo visa guide
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Kathmandu, Nepal

Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required)

Pro Tip: Easiest international destination for Indians - literally no visa needed

Read full Kathmandu visa guide
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Visa Free
30 days

Pro Tip: Complete MDAC at least 3 days before travel - don't wait till last minute

Read full Kuala Lumpur visa guide
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Thimphu, Bhutan

Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required for Indians)

Pro Tip: Easiest Himalayan destination - no visa hassles

Read full Thimphu visa guide
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Doha, Qatar

eVisa
30 days (extendable once for 30 more days)
QAR 100 (~β‚Ή2,300) for tourist visa
Usually within 5 days

Pro Tip: If flying Qatar Airways, you may get free transit visa for 96 hours

Read full Doha visa guide
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Baku, Azerbaijan

eVisa
30 days (single entry)
$25 (~β‚Ή2,100) standard, $60 (~β‚Ή5,000) urgent (both include $5 service fee)
3 working days (standard) or 3 hours (urgent)

Pro Tip: Standard e-visa ($25) is good value - apply 1 week before travel

Read full Baku visa guide
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Muscat, Oman

Visa Free
14 days visa-free; 10-day or 30-day visa available
FREE for 14-day visa-free entry; OMR 5 (~β‚Ή1,100) for 10-day visa; OMR 20 (~β‚Ή4,400) for 30-day visa
Visa-free for 14 days; 5-7 days for e-visa

Special: Hold valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US, or Schengen countries

Pro Tip: 14-day visa-free makes Oman incredibly easy to visit from India!

Read full Muscat visa guide
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Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

Visa Free
14 days (multiple entries allowed within 6 months)
FREE (Pre-Arrival Registration is free)
Instant (online PAR registration)

Pro Tip: Complete PAR at least 2-3 days before travel (though instant, do early to be safe)

Read full Hong Kong visa guide

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