Destination Wedding In The Himalayas

Weddings are a big occasion for couples these days. From outfits to venues to food to pre-wedding shoots, the couples are looking for the best they could get in everything. Being on a budget yet choosing a beautiful place for your wedding can be a task.

beautiful setting of a wedding surrounded with mountains. — Picture via Pinterest

We have listed a few wedding destinations surrounded by the Himalayas for a beautiful wedding to make it easy for you to find a perfect destination in India. Read on to find out more!

1. Rishikesh

the beautiful city of rishikesh with very pretty lights shining across the whole city in the evening. — Picture via Pinterest

Along with the lovely Himalayan mountains surrounding Rishikesh, the river Ganga also makes this small town very beautiful. Both of these two things make Rishikesh a perfect place for your destination wedding.

Temples in rishikesh making it a perfect spot for a destination wedding. — Picture via Pinterest

There are amazingly beautiful temples that will add up to your occasion. There are great hotels like Taj Rishikesh Resort and Spa, the Roseate Ganges, and many more you can pre-book for your wedding.

Following are a few tips to start your wedding planning in Rishikesh:

VENUE: Based on your budget you have to find a nice venue that’ll be a hotel or a resort. What we suggest is to find a nice resort with a huge event space if you have guests over 500. And if you have guests under 500, some great hotels can also provide a great event space. Depending upon the scale of your wedding and your budget, you can easily find a wide variety of budget as well as luxury hotels.

COST/BUDGET: Ideally a 2-3 day wedding in Rishikesh will cost you around 5-10 lakhs with all the perfect arrangements from travel to pre-wedding shoots. however, the budget will depend on a few factors such as what venue you choose, how many guests you’re planning on inviting, and if you’ll sponsor the tickets for your guests or not. We suggest keeping a set budget so that you make the best decisions and look for cost-effective things.

BEST TIME: The climate here is a continental type but its location in the foothills gives it pleasant weather throughout the year. however, the right time to plan a wedding in Rishikesh is March to May (Summer Season) and October to February ( Winter Season ).

2. Dehradun

Dehradun is beautiful place with amazing views — Picture via Pinterest

Dehradun is a perfect mix of hill station and city. Dehradun has an airport too which will make it easy to reach the place. Dehradun is surrounded by the beautiful Himalayas and the town is amazing for a destination wedding.

the town is surrounded with beautiful mountains. — Picture via Pinterest

As Dehradun is quite populated and people are living here, a destination wedding will be an easy go here, you’ll find many hotels and resorts for it. The best seasons are marching to June.

STAY: Dehradun has multiple 3 and 4-star hotels that you can book for your wedding. Look for a place for a nice event space with the hotels providing you with the decor facilities, you’ll save the struggles of finding a decor company this way. Although there are separate banquets and lawns here having the event in the same place you stay will be more convenient.

WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT: You can’t forget the wedding entertainment. make sure you invite musicians or some folk singers or local artists.

3. Mussorie

Despite the crowd and bustle there's an unworldly peace surrounding the Queen of Hills. — Picture via Pinterest

Located 2000 meters above sea level, Mussoorie is the first place that comes to mind when we first think about a destination wedding in the Himalayas. The magnificent views of the mountains can serve as the perfect backdrop for your wedding pictures.

the place has amazing views for pre-wedding shoots and amazing hotels for a comfortable stay. — Clicked by Anushka Thakur

The amazing thing about having your wedding in Mussoorie is that the place has a lot of great hotels which will make the stay for you and your guests comfortable. The best seasons are April to June.

4. Dalhousie

Dalhousie is known for its pleasant climate and scenic beauty — Picture via Pinterest

The best way to describe Dalhousie is – beauty. The place is surrounded by beautiful snow mountains and a lot of greenery with even prettier lakes. The place is not much known among the Indian population so it can be a special place for your wedding. It has amazing and grand luxury hotels, banquets, and resorts like JK Clarks Exotica, and Aaroham Resort making it a perfect wedding destination. The best seasons are March to May.

5. Shimla

Christ Church is one of the enduring legacies of the British Raj. — Christ Church in Shimla is the second oldest church in North India
Picture via Pinterest

It’s a fairytale town and has all the perfect scenery you see in pictures. A lot of people visit Shimla for their honeymoon but what they don’t know is that this beautiful town has a lot to offer for a destination wedding.

Shimla is famous for pleasant walking experiences on hillsides surrounded by pine and oak forests — Picture via Pinterest

It has grand mountains surrounding the town with a lovely climate. Shimla has it all, from beautiful scenes to amazing luxury hotels. The best seasons are March to June.

6. Nainital

This is the beautiful view from the naini lake. — Clicked by Anushka Thakur

We are pretty sure you have already visited Nainital at least once as it is the most known hill station and if you haven’t yet, then you’re missing out on something out of this world kind of beautiful and peaceful. Located amidst a lake and the grand backdrop of the Himalayas, Nainital is just the place for taking some memorable wedding pictures.

this is the naini lake with the morning sun shining right on it. — Clicked by Anushka Thakur

Not only is it a beautiful place but apart from tourists, people reside here already which will make all the wedding processes even smoother. The best seasons are March to June.

7. Manali

Manali is a rustic enclave known for its cool climate and snow-capped mountains as you can see in the picture. — Picture via Pinterest

A road trip to Manali makes everything better. If you consider yourself a filmy person then this place could be your destination for your wedding. A lot of Bollywood weddings are shot here. the forests with lush and tall oak and cedar trees are the perfect location for your pre-wedding shoots too! There are good luxury hotels here that can be perfect for you and your guests. The best seasons are April to June and October to February.

8. Srinagar

This picture shows a man riding his boat in the dal lake. Dal lake is the most known lake in srinagar. — Picture via Pinterest

Srinagar offers everything, from beautiful Himalayan views to amazing city life. You can consider this city for your wedding destination, with amazing and beautiful spots for your pre-wedding shoot, the Shikaras in Dal Lake or even the Mughal Gardens – Shalimar and Nishat gardens can be a beautiful backdrop for your pre-wedding shoots. The amazing hotels here will make your guest’s stay even more amazing. The best seasons are April to October.

9. Gangtok

Gangtok is known for its scenic beauty and striking views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. — Picture via Pinterest

We are pretty sure you have always heard about the beauty of Gangtok from people who have visited. And we can confirm that everyone who talks about Gangtok’s beauty is absolutely right. Gangtok offers a whole other experience to the Himalayas.

Gangtok is nestled within higher Himalayan peaks with a year-round mild weather making it an excellent wedding spot or a holiday spot. — Picture via Pinterest

It has a unique Sikkim culture and architecture that will add up to a memorable wedding and even prettier wedding picture. Gangtok will add up to your occasion of celebrating love with its amazing views of the mountains and pretty skies. The best seasons are April to June.

This picture shows a pretty setting of a wedding surrounded with mountains. — Picture via Pinterest

Pro tips for a budget-friendly destination wedding:

Wrap up all the ceremonies in 2-3 days.
Invite your close family members and friends.
Book Budget hotels

A destination wedding with a view of the Himalayas will definitely make your wedding a dreamy one. From great pictures to a relaxing stay for you and your guests will make your wedding a memorable one. Hill stations offer you blue skies and greenery which is quite difficult to find in the cities these days.

We hope this guide will help you to plan your destination wedding with ease. To know more about the hotels and pre-wedding shoot destinations available in these places you can contact any wedding planner and they’ll let you know about the best in your desired budget.

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