You've Got 12 Long Weekends in 2020, and We've Planned the Perfect Getaway for Each of Them! 

If you are someone who plans their holidays in advance and apply for leave much before anyone else in the office, you've landed on the right place!

This is your one-stop guide to planning vacations in 2020 without any hassle. Achieve your all your travel goals with as many as 12 long weekends that the new year is bringing along.

We also have suggestions on how you can make the most of those 3-4 days without having to take any/many leaves. With the 2020 long weekend list of India, the world is waiting to be explored. From sun-kissed beaches to snow-capped mountains, and festivals that you just cannot miss, this is how you can make 2020 the year of travel!

January

1. January 11, Saturday: Weekend

January 12, Sunday: Weekend

January 13, Monday: Lohri (restricted holiday)

Where to go:

Goa. January is a great time to be in Goa. It's right after the holiday crowd has disappeared after Christmas and New Year celebrations and the properties become much cheaper, with the weather at its pleasant-best. Why wouldn't you want to spend a long weekend here?

Read more about places to visit in Goa.

February

2. February 21, Friday: Mahashivratri (restricted holiday)

February 22, Saturday: Weekend

February 23, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

Tamil Nadu. February is a good time to visit the temple towns of Tamil Nadu. Mahashivratri is celebrated with much fervour here, making it a must visit place on this long weekend.

Read more about the temple towns of Tamil Nadu.

March

3. March 7, Saturday: Weekend

March 8, Sunday: Weekend

March 9, Monday: Take a leave

March 10, Tuesday: Holi (gazetted holiday)

Where to go:

Sikkim. A four-day long weekend should be best enjoyed at a far-off chill place, and Pelling in Sikkim is the ideal destination! Surrounded by greenery and waterfalls, overlooking the mighty Himalayas, Pelling is meant for taking a break amidst nature.

Read more about the places to visit in Sikkim

April

4. April 2, Thursday: Ram Navami (gazetted holiday)

April 3, Friday: Take a leave

April 4, Saturday: Weekend

April 5, Sunday: Weekend

April 6, Monday: Mahavir Jayanti (gazetted holiday)

Where to go

Kerala. The longest long weekend of 2020 gives you an opportunity to explore God's Own Country. North Kerala witnesses a series of Theyyam performances at this time which you shouldn't miss, apart from the backwaters and the lovely beaches, of course.

Read more about places to visit in Kerala.

5. April 10, Friday: Good Friday (gazetted holiday)

April 11, Saturday: Weekend

April 12, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

Yercaud. A hill station at an elevation of 1600 metres above sea level, Yercaud is an ideal destination to welcome spring duing this long weekend. Just a few hours from Chennai or Bengaluru, this should be on top of your list in 2020!

Read more about Yercaud.

May

6. May 23, Saturday: Weekend

May 24, Sunday: Weekend

May 25, Monday: Id-ul-Fitr (gazetted holiday)

Where to go:

Himachal. Take a break from the summer heat and sweat! Use this long weekend to roll on the green meadows of Himachal with perfect weather or just set off for an alpine trek!

Read more about the places to visit in Himachal.

June

Unfortunately, the months between June to September do not offer a long weekend. However, you can spend a regular weekend exploring your nearest town. These are some of the places we recommend to visit keeping the weather in mind.

Read more about the places to visit in Karnataka.

July

Read more about the places to visit in Madhya Pradesh.

August

Read more about the places to visit in Uttarakhand.

September

Read more about the places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh.

October

7. October 2, Friday: Gandhi Jayanti, National Holiday

October 3, Saturday: Weekend

October 4, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

West Bengal. Bengal calls you out on this long weekend to experience the joy and festivity of Durga Puja! Would you respond to the call of Maa?

Read more about the places to visit during Durga Puja in West Bengal.

8. October 24, Saturday: Weekend

October 25, Sunday: Weekend

October 26, Monday: Dussehra (restricted holiday)

Where to go:

Kannur. For this long weekend, Tripoto recommends hitting some amazing beaches which are still off the tourist-radar! Kannur is now well-connected by air to the major cities and you shouldn't miss exploring this beauty in north Kerala.

Read more about the places to visit in Kannur.

9. October 30, Friday: Id-e-Milad (Restricted Holiday)

October 31, Saturday: Weekend

November 1, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

Bhitarkanika. Give away this long weekend in 2020 to perfect weather while you explore the wilderness of Bhitarkanika. Migratory birds, exotic animals and a glowing beach, do we need to say more?

Read more about Bhitarkanika.

November

10. November 13, Friday: Chhoti Diwali (restricted holiday)

November 14, Saturday: Diwali (gazetted holiday)

November 15, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

Jaisalmer. As the weather gets cooler, it is time to explore the deserts of Rajasthan. Spend this long weekend in 2020 traversing through the mesmerising sandy dunes of Thar.

Read more about the places to visit in Jaisalmer.

11. November 28, Saturday: Weekend

November 29, Sunday: Weekend

November 30, Monday: Guru Nanak Jayanti (restricted holiday)

Where to go:

Pushkar. Enjoy the myriad of colours that Pushkar Fair has to offer on this long weekend in 2020. It is the ultimate destination for photography-enthusiasts.

Read more about Pushkar.

December

12. December 25, Friday: Christmas Day (gazetted holiday)

December 26, Saturday: Weekend

December 27, Sunday: Weekend

Where to go:

Imagicaa. Head to India’s largest themed entertainment destination where celebration is just an everyday excuse! Comprising of India’s first Theme Park, Water Park and Snow Park, exploring different parks in one go was never this easy. Moreover, the friendly neighbourhood mascots, Stars of Imagicaa share the secret formula for having limitless fun not only on the rides but also off it, so much that it leaves you amazed and wanting for more. Festive spirit oozes in every corner as the sparklers and character parade liven up the evenings! So we recommend taking two-days off to enjoy all that Imagicaa has to offer.

Read more about Imagicaa and book your tickets.

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