Travel is Back!

by | Sep 3, 2020 | Explore Routes

Travel is back with new travel Guidlines

India has been slowly easing up its lockdown of nearly six months. With the central and state rules getting lenient and government coming up with new Guidelines for interstate travel in Unlock 4 for people movement, it is a good time for us to pack bags and travel again. Driving holidays are most popular, since they allow you the comfort of your own vehicle, the cleanliness and safety of which you can control.

Our team has been carefully tracking this space and has compiled information of handy travel guidelines, all in one place. Here is what is the latest on welcoming travellers across different states in India

Himachal Pradesh

The heavenly mountain retreats in this beautifully blessed state have been calling tourists, though the state also had some of the most strict guidelines, but are now relaxed. Here is the latest on visiting Himachal:

  • Requires an e-pass registration, under a newly introduced category for ‘tourists’. If e-pass not received within 24 hours then it can be deemed approved and same can be applied on Himachal Pradesh Registration portal.
  • A negative COVID-19 test RT PCR, CBNAAT or TrueNAT report is required, report needs to be valid 96 hours prior to check (against earlier rule of 72 hours). No COVID-19 test required for children below the age of 10 years.
  • Hotel bookings of minimum two nights required in new Unlock 4 Guidelines (earlier it was for 5 nights).

Uttarakhand

Mountains, rivers and retreats, in this beautiful state that is ready to welcome travellers. Here is what you need to know before you head out:

  • Doesn’t require an e-Pass but a registration on Dehradun smart city portal is a must before travelling.
  • There is no restriction on minimum number of nights booking in a hotel
  • A negative COVID-19 RT PCR, CBNAAT or TrueNAT test report is required, and it needs to be valid 96 hours prior to check in.
  • Incase there is no report and travellers are asymptomatic, a 7 days quarantine at the hotel or your place of stay will be required.

 

Goa

Sun-kissed beaches, unexplored backwaters, old world Portuguese feel, fabulous food and music, now who doesn’t love the Goan vibe!

The state of Goa has taken all steps to welcome tourists, and has no restrictions on  number of days of stay.

What’s more, you no longer need a negative Covid-19 report and no quarantine required in new Guidelines for interstate travel in Unlock 4.

Goa borders are open without any restriction for both air/road tourists.

Rajasthan

The colourful state of Rajasthan, with its charming palaces, lakes, music and food is open and embracing tourists now.

There is no registration, e-Pass, COVID-19 test report required if you wish to travel to this state

Kerala

God’s Own Country beckons! You can experience the magical monsoon and see every possible shade of green in Kerala. Here are the travel requirements for Kerala:

Minimum 3 hotel nights stay required

A negative COVID-19 RT PCR report is required, report needs to be valid 72 hours prior to check in.

 

These are the new ways of travelling, we also recommend you download the Arogya Setu app on your mobile.

We all know how travel is the best therapy for mind and soul. After months of being cooped inside homes, here is that much awaited silver lining. So whether you seek the mountains, beaches or culture and history pack your bags, book a comfortable stay and soak it all in. India is unlocking!

Nature getaways for travel in unlock 4 guidlines for interstate travel

 

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