Best Long Weekend Trips from Ahmedabad by Road

A long weekend is the perfect opportunity to take a break from your routine and explore a new destination. And if you are starting from Ahmedabad, you don’t always need to book a flight to enjoy a memorable holiday.

Ahmedabad is well connected by road to some of the best tourist destinations in Gujarat, Rajasthan and nearby regions. From hill stations and heritage cities to beaches, temples and wildlife destinations, there are plenty of options for a 3-day or 4-day road trip from Ahmedabad.

Travelling by road also gives you more freedom. You can choose your departure time, stop along the way, carry your luggage comfortably and enjoy the journey with your family or friends.

If you are planning your next break, here are some of the best long weekend trips from Ahmedabad by road.

Why Choose a Road Trip for a Long Weekend?

Road trips are especially suitable for long weekends because you have more time than on a regular Saturday-Sunday break.

Instead of limiting your trip to destinations close to Ahmedabad, three or four days can allow you to explore places farther away and enjoy the destination without rushing.

A road trip also gives you the flexibility to:

Travel according to your own schedule
Stop for meals, photos and sightseeing
Travel directly from Ahmedabad to your hotel
Carry more luggage
Visit multiple attractions on the same trip
Travel together with family or friends
Avoid airport check-in and waiting time

For groups, hiring a car, Tempo Traveller or bus with a professional driver can also make a longer road journey more comfortable.

Manali Travels provides outstation vehicles from Ahmedabad and promotes travel services across Gujarat as well as personalized travel packages covering Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra.

1. Udaipur – Heritage, Lakes and a Relaxing Road Trip

Approx. Distance from Ahmedabad: 260 km
Ideal Duration: 3 Days
Best For: Couples, families, friends and corporate groups

Udaipur is one of the most convenient destinations for a long weekend from Ahmedabad.

Known as the City of Lakes, Udaipur combines beautiful lakes, historic palaces, traditional markets and Rajasthan’s rich culture.

Places to Visit in Udaipur

City Palace
Lake Pichola
Fateh Sagar Lake
Saheliyon Ki Bari
Jagdish Temple
Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace
Local markets

A three-day trip gives you enough time to explore the major attractions without making the itinerary too busy.

Suggested Trip:
Ahmedabad → Udaipur → Ahmedabad

2. Mount Abu – Relax in Rajasthan's Hill Station

Approx. Distance: 225 km
Ideal Duration: 2–3 Days
Best For: Families, couples and groups

Want cooler weather and mountain views?

Mount Abu is a popular hill-station road trip from Ahmedabad. Manali Travels also identifies Mount Abu as one of the popular road-trip choices for travellers starting from Ahmedabad.

Popular Attractions

Nakki Lake
Dilwara Temples
Guru Shikhar
Sunset Point
Toad Rock
Peace Park

Start early from Ahmedabad and you can reach Mount Abu with plenty of time left to enjoy your first day.

3. Dwarka & Somnath – A Spiritual Long Weekend

Ideal Duration: 3–4 Days
Best For: Families, senior citizens and religious groups

Instead of visiting only one temple destination, a long weekend gives you an opportunity to combine some of Gujarat’s important pilgrimage places.

A popular route can be:

Ahmedabad → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Ahmedabad

Places You Can Include

Dwarka

Dwarkadhish Temple
Bet Dwarka
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
Rukmini Devi Temple

Porbandar

Kirti Mandir
Sudama Temple

Somnath

Somnath Temple
Triveni Sangam
Bhalka Tirth

Because this itinerary involves significant road travel, choosing a comfortable vehicle becomes especially important.

4. Kutch – Culture, Landscape and a Unique Road Journey

Ideal Duration: 3–4 Days
Best For: Families, photographers and groups of friends

Kutch offers a completely different experience from a regular city or hill-station holiday.

Depending on the season and your available time, you can build your trip around Bhuj and the Great Rann of Kutch.

Places to Explore

Great Rann of Kutch
Bhuj
Kala Dungar
Local handicraft villages
Mandvi
Vijay Vilas Palace

Manali Travels’ existing multi-city road-trip guide also identifies the Ahmedabad → Bhuj → Kutch route as an option for travellers interested in the landscapes, culture and handicrafts of Kutch.

5. Saputara – A Peaceful Hill Getaway

Ideal Duration: 3 Days
Best For: Families, couples and nature lovers

Saputara is an attractive choice when you want to spend your long weekend surrounded by hills and greenery.

Places to Visit

Saputara Lake
Sunset Point
Sunrise Point
Ropeway
Artist Village
Step Garden
Gira Waterfalls, depending on season and conditions

Saputara is especially attractive during and after the monsoon when the surrounding landscape becomes greener.

6. Nashik – Wine Country, Temples and Scenic Travel

Ideal Duration: 3–4 Days
Best For: Families, couples and groups

For travellers looking beyond Gujarat and Rajasthan, Nashik can provide another option for a longer road trip.

The city offers a combination of religious sites, countryside and nearby attractions.

You can explore places such as:

Trimbakeshwar Temple
Panchavati
Sita Gufa
Godavari riverfront
Nearby scenic areas

A three- or four-day itinerary gives you more time to handle the longer drive comfortably.

Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Long Weekend Trip

The right vehicle is important when you are travelling for three or four days.

Car Rental

A car can work well for couples, small families and small groups who want privacy and flexibility.

Tempo Traveller

For a family or group of friends, a Tempo Traveller rental in Ahmedabad provides more passenger and luggage space and allows everyone to travel together.

Manali Travels offers Tempo Travellers for group and outstation travel from Ahmedabad.

Mini Bus or Luxury Bus

Planning a trip with a large family, corporate team or organized group?

A mini bus or luxury bus can keep everyone together instead of coordinating several separate vehicles. Manali Travels lists multiple mini-bus and luxury-bus options for local and outstation group travel

Why Choose Manali Travels for Your Long Weekend Trip?

Manali Travels provides travel solutions from Ahmedabad for weekend getaways, family vacations, group tours and outstation journeys.

Depending on your group size and itinerary, you can choose from cars, Tempo Travellers, mini buses and luxury buses. The company also provides services for sightseeing, corporate travel, airport and railway transfers, weddings and outstation journeys.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing trip to Mount Abu, exploring Udaipur, visiting Dwarka and Somnath, or organizing a multi-day group tour, choosing the right vehicle can make the journey much easier.

Final Thoughts

A long weekend gives you the chance to explore farther than a normal two-day break.

From the lakes of Udaipur and hills of Mount Abu to the temples of Dwarka, beaches of Diu, wildlife of Gir and landscapes of Kutch, there are many exciting long weekend road trips from Ahmedabad.

Choose a destination based on your available days, group size and travel interests. Then plan your route, accommodation and transportation in advance.

Looking for a comfortable vehicle for your next group trip?

Contact Manali Travels to explore tempo traveller, car and bus rental options from Ahmedabad.