Long Weekends In India 2025 - List of Holidays

Are you someone who’s always waiting for long weekends to hit the road and explore your dream destinations? Good news – 2025 is packed with long weekends that you can use to explore new destinations, unwind in nature, or just chill at home. With a little planning and a few strategic leaves, you can make the most of your holidays this year.

In this blog, we’ve listed all the long weekends in India in 2025, complete with holiday dates, travel  ideas and suggested destination so you can plan ahead and escape the routine.

Long Weekend In January

• Saturday, January 11
• Sunday, January 12
• Monday, January 13 (Take a leave)
• Tuesday, January 14 – Makar Sankranti / Pongal

Travel Ideas:

• Rann of Kutch, Gujarat – Attend the Rann Utsav
• Jaipur, Rajasthan – Enjoy the Kite Festival
• Mount Abu – Relax in the winter chill

In India, this is a perfect time to head to the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat for the vibrant Rann Utsav or to Jaipur, where the sky fills with kites during the festival. If you're in the mood for a quieter escape, the cool climes of Mount Abu make for a refreshing retreat. Internationally, consider visiting Dubai for its mild weather, shopping festivals, and luxurious experiences, or hop over to Sri Lanka for a beachy start to the year.

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Long Weekends In March

• Thursday, March 13 – Holika Dahan
• Friday, March 14 – Holi
• Saturday, March 15
• Sunday, March 16

• Saturday, March 29
• Sunday, March 30
• Monday, March 31 – Eid-ul-Fitr

Travel Ideas:

• Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh – Celebrate Holi the traditional way
• Hampi, Karnataka – Explore ancient ruins and scenic landscapes

 Celebrate Holi in its most colorful and cultural form in Vrindavan and Mathura, or explore the rich historical ruins of Hampi in Karnataka. For international getaways, Japan’s cherry blossom season starts in March—ideal for a scenic escape. Alternatively, head to Thailand for beach parties and the peaceful islands before the Songkran crowds arrive  

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Long Weekend In April

• Thursday, April 10 – Mahavir Jayanti
• Friday, April 11 (Take a leave)
• Saturday, April 12
• Sunday, April 13 – Baisakhi
  
  

• Friday, April 18 – Good Friday
• Saturday, April 19
• Sunday, April 20 – Easter

Travel Ideas:

• Srinagar, Kashmir – Visit during the Tulip Festival
• Mussoorie – Enjoy spring in the hills
• Kovalam, Kerala – Beach and surf getaway

This springtime window is ideal for exploring Srinagar, especially during the Tulip Festival, or heading to Mussoorie for cool weather and colonial charm. Kovalam’s beaches are also perfect for a laid-back coastal break. If you're looking to go abroad, the Netherlands offers stunning tulip fields and festive Easter markets, while Vietnam is a great destination for cultural exploration and nature lovers.  

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Long Weekends In May

• Saturday, May 10
• Sunday, May 11
• Monday, May 12 – Buddha Purnima

Travel Ideas:

• Spiti Valley, Himachal – Stargazing and monasteries
• Rishikesh, Uttarakhand – Adventure and spirituality
• Gangtok, Sikkim – Flowering rhododendrons in bloom

Enjoy the blooming rhododendrons in Gangtok, explore the dramatic landscape of Spiti Valley, or find spiritual calm and adventure in Rishikesh. Internationally, this is a fantastic time to visit Nepal for a spiritual and scenic mountain holiday, or explore the islands of Bali before peak season kicks in.

Long Weekends In August

• Friday, August 15 – Independence Day
• Saturday, August 16 – Janmashtami
• Sunday, August 17

Travel Ideas:

• Udaipur, Rajasthan – Royal heritage and lakes
• Goa/Chorla Ghats – Forest bioluminescence and greenery

In India, Udaipur’s royal ambiance and lakes are ideal for a cultural break, while the lush Chorla Ghats in Goa are magical during monsoon, especially with their bioluminescent forest glow. Internationally, explore the Swiss countryside or visit Malaysia for a tropical blend of beaches, culture, and cuisine.  

Long Weekends In September

• Friday, September 5 – Onam / Id-e-Milad
• Saturday, September 6
• Sunday, September 7

Travel Ideas:

• Puri, Odisha – Beach town with temple vibes
• Chikmagalur, Karnataka – Coffee estates and peaceful hills
• Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu – Hill station escape

September is perfect for visiting Puri for beachside spirituality, relaxing in Chikmagalur's coffee plantations, or heading to Kodaikanal for a misty hill station escape. If you're venturing abroad, Greece offers beautiful island weather this time of year, or you can experience the scenic Alps in Austria post-summer rush.  

Long Weekend In October

• Saturday, October 18
• Sunday, October 19
• Monday, October 20 – Diwali

Travel Ideas:

• Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh – Spiritual Diwali on the ghats
• Amritsar, Punjab – Golden Temple lit up for Diwali

Celebrate Diwali in Varanasi, where the ghats come alive with lights and rituals, or visit the Golden Temple in Amritsar, which is stunningly illuminated. For international travel, Dubai’s Diwali celebrations are grand and festive. You can also consider Turkey, which offers a mix of ancient history, bustling markets, and natural beauty during this pleasant season.  

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Long Weekend In December

• Thursday, December 25 – Christmas
• Friday, December 26 (Take a leave)
• Saturday, December 27
• Sunday, December 28

Travel Ideas:

• Goa – Christmas beach vibes and parties
• Shillong, Meghalaya – Christmas in the hills
• Pondicherry – French charm with festive spirit

Wrap up the year with Christmas vibes in Goa, hill-town charm in Shillong, or a beach-meets-culture getaway in Pondicherry. Internationally, Europe sparkles with Christmas markets—think Germany, Austria, or Switzerland. If you prefer tropical warmth, the Maldives or Seychelles are dreamy year-end escapes.  

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Travel Tips to Maximize Your Long Weekends

• Plan in Advance: Book flights and hotels early with Adotrip to avoid surge pricing. 
• Take Strategic Leaves: Use a few paid leaves to extend holidays.
• Explore Nearby Destinations: Don’t ignore weekend-friendly destinations close to home.
• Mix it Up: Alternate between nature getaways, cultural trips, and staycations.
• Plan For International Destinations if you can ask for some sick leaves from your boss (note -  we will not be responsible for the consequences )

Final Thoughts

With so many long weekends in 2025, it’s the perfect year to tick off destinations from your bucket list and add some more in the list to cover. Whether you're a mountain person or beach baby, interested festivals, or in search peace and solitude— there's a perfect plan waiting for you. 

So, get your calendar out and start blocking those dates. Happy traveling!