The Ultimate 2026 Long Weekend Travel Guide: Official Batches & Hidden Gems
The year 2026 is officially the "Year of the Smart Traveler." With public holidays aligning perfectly with Fridays and Mondays, you have more than 15 opportunities to escape the daily grind without draining your annual leave.
At Desh Videsh Travels, we’ve meticulously mapped our 2026 Group Batches to these specific dates. Whether you want to witness the Northern Lights in the Arctic or ride a bike to the highest motorable road in the world, your calendar is already set.
🗓️ Quarter 1: Winter Thrills & Festive Escapes
January: The Republic Day Mega-Weekend
January is the most action-packed month of 2026. Republic Day (Jan 26) falls on a Monday, making it a natural 3-day weekend. Most of our international batches start on January 23rd to give you maximum time abroad.
- Vietnam Voyage (Batch: Jan 23): Our #1 selling 8-day trip starting at ₹49,999.
- Bali with Gili Islands (Batch: Jan 23): 9 days of tropical luxury for ₹56,999.
- Bhutan Road Trip (Batch: Jan 23): A 7-day soul-searching journey for ₹34,999.
- Northern Lights Russia (Batch: Jan 14): A 9-day hunt for the Aurora in Murmansk for ₹1,64,000.
- Spiti Valley 4x4 (Batch: Jan 16): For those who want to see the "Middle Land" in its white winter glory (₹35,999).
- Banaras Winter Special (Jan 15 & 22): A 4-day spiritual dive into the heart of Kashi starting at ₹17,999.
February: The Offbeat Month
While February doesn't have a "long" weekend, it’s the best time for shoulder-season prices.
- Philippines Group Tour (Batch: Feb 17): 11 days of turquoise lagoons for ₹69,999.
- Oman Islands & Desert (Batch: Feb 20 & 28): Save ₹15,000 on this 7-day luxury experience (₹74,999).
March: Holi & The Sakura Season
Holi in 2026 is a traveler’s delight. We’ve timed our batches to hit the peak celebrations.
- Pushkar & Sangla Holi (Batch: March 2): Experience the most vibrant Holi celebrations in India starting from ₹8,499.
- Japan Cherry Blossom (Batch: March 13 & 27): Join our community trip to witness the Sakura in full bloom for ₹1,59,999.
🗓️ Quarter 2: High Altitudes & European Dreams
April: The Good Friday Escape (April 3–5)
Good Friday offers a 3-day break, perfectly timed for our longer international backpacking routes.
- Europe Backpacking (Batch: March 31): Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, and Prague in 11 days for ₹1,34,999.
- Turkey 10D Experience (Batch: April 2): Explore Cappadocia and Istanbul for ₹1,28,000.
- Everest Base Camp (Batch: April 16): The 14-day ultimate trek for ₹69,999.
- Leh Ladakh with Turtuk (Weekly from April 11): 7-day classic tour starting at ₹25,499.
May & June: The Ladakh Summer Takeover
May 1 (Friday) and June 26 (Friday) provide excellent windows for our legendary bike trips.
- Kyrgyzstan Offbeat (Batch: May 20): 6 days of nomadic culture for ₹76,000.
- Ultimate Ladakh (Srinagar to Manali): 12-day epic ride starting May 29. Price: ₹46,999.
- Umling La Special (Batch: May 30): 11 days of high-altitude thrill for ₹42,999.
- 9 Days Thrilling Ladakh: A compact circuit starting June 1. Price: ₹34,499.
🗓️ July: The Great Migration
- Masai Mara, Kenya (Batch: July 17): Join our exclusive group to witness the Great Migration. A 6-day wildlife dream for ₹1,90,000.
🔥 Stay Tuned: Surprises & Batch Updates!
At Desh Videsh Travels, we don’t just stick to a fixed list. We are constantly scouting for new offbeat trails and "Flash Batches" based on seasonal surprises (like a sudden snowfall in Tawang or a festival in the Northeast).
📢 Make Sure to Look Out! > We update our Upcoming Trips page almost weekly. As we add new 2026 batches or introduce surprise short-notice trips, this blog and our website will be the first places to reflect those changes.
What to expect in our upcoming updates:
- Special Festive trips for Dussehra and Diwali 2026.
- Last-minute "Early Bird" discounts for international/domestic group tours.
Note: * Prices may vary according to the time of booking, availability, or situational changes. Book Early to take advantage of seasonal discounts! All prices shown are based on Default Mode (Double/Triple Sharing) and Taxes are applicable extra as per government regulations.
