Raksha Bandhan is all about celebrating the bond between siblings, the people you grew up with, laughed with, argued with and, eventually, chose to travel with. This year, skip the usual gift and make it a trip instead. Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel shared a few destinations with HT Lifestyle that can turn into memorable getaways with your siblings.
Coorg offers a different kind of sibling getaway, where discovering the destination together is as important as simply getting away. You can stay at a heritage bungalow or coffee-estate homestay, wake up surrounded by plantations and head out for a plantation walk and coffee-tasting experience. The more adventurous can trek through forest trails, go river rafting, explore waterfalls or try angling, while those looking for something slower can take a cooking class centred around Kodava cuisine. Bhutan is an ideal choice for siblings looking to combine adventure with culture and a slower pace of travel . The group can hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery, explore Punakha’s valleys, try traditional archery, cycle through mountain landscapes or spend an afternoon discovering local cafés and markets in Thimphu.
Nepal offers siblings the opportunity to turn a getaway into a shared adventure, with everything from mountain experiences and outdoor activities to heritage and gastronomy. In Kathmandu, explore ancient squares, hidden courtyards and local food spots before heading towards Pokhara for paragliding, boating on Phewa Lake, mountain biking or a sunrise experience overlooking the Himalayas.
