DELHI TO HAMPTA

The world barely spared a glance for Lambasingi in Andhra Pradesh until it witnessed snowfall for the first time in 2012. The hamlet doesn’t exactly turn into a snow resort every year, but it still is the only place in South India with sub-zero temperature. Thankfully, it is still impervious to the hustle and bustle of tourists, and the four-hour drive from Visakhapatnam (Vizag) via Araku Valley is mostly bereft of people. The trance of coffee plantations, misty meadows, and cascading falls is broken by a pristine lake and a bird sanctuary. Though the village doesn’t have luxurious stay options, you can always drive back to Visakhapatnam or pitch a tent in the middle of nowhere! Stay at The Bheemli Resort in Visakhapatnam. Starts from 4,999/USD67; all.accor.com

For those who come to Delhi, there’s always the promise of the Himalayas shining like a beacon on the darkest of nights. To get your fill of mountain air, drive to Hampta, a hamlet close to Manali in Himachal Pradesh, where you can glamp in a unique geodesic glass dome and enjoy gourmet meals. Perched at a height of over 2,600 metres, the dome-shaped tents face the snow-peaked Dhauladhar range and overlook the pristine Hampta Valley—an excellent spot for hikes, nature trails, and picnics. The intrepid could also plan a trek to the Hampta Pass, at 4,200 metres, or visit the quaint igloo village of Sethan.