Weekend getaway from Delhi · #4 of 10
Neemrana
A 15th-century hill fort turned heritage hotel on the Delhi-Jaipur highway - ramparts, infinity views and one of India's oldest ziplines, 2 hours from the city.
Need a quick escape from Delhi? Neemrana is a total breeze: a gorgeous 15th-century hilltop fort turned luxury hotel, a dramatic 170-step baori, and a zipline over the ramparts, just 117 km away. Leave after breakfast, back for a late dinner.
Getting there
It is a straight shoot down NH48, and the fort is just 5 minutes off the highway. Your only real wildcard is Gurgaon traffic, so beat the rush and start early.
Saturday
A day trip exploring ancient ramparts, a massive stepwell, and a high-flying zipline- 17:00 AMDrive
Depart Delhi on NH48
Dodge the Gurgaon gridlock by hitting the road early. It is a smooth, easy cruise to Neemrana, and you will cover the 117 km in about 2.5 hours.
Tip · Do not just show up! Reserve your day-visit or lunch package before you leave, or you might get turned away at the gate on busy weekends.
- 29:00 AMFood
Highway breakfast near Behror
Time for a classic highway pitstop! Pull into one of the massive food courts near Dharuhera or Behror for some buttery parathas and hot chai before leaving the highway.
- 310:15 AMSight
Neemrana Baori
This massive 9-storey stepwell is minutes from the fort. Descend 170 steps through shrinking arched galleries. It is super atmospheric, completely free, and usually empty!
📍 Neemrana Baori, Neemrana
Tip · Watch your footing! There are no railings on the lower levels, so tread carefully.
- 411:30 AMSight
Neemrana Fort Palace
This stunning 15th-century Rajput fort cascades down the hillside in tiers. Now a legendary heritage hotel, it is perfect for exploring ramparts, courtyards, and terraces with the town spread below.
📍 Neemrana Fort Palace, Neemrana
Tip · You will need a pre-booked meal or day package to enter. Make sure you carry a valid ID for the security gate!
- 51:30 PMFood
Lunch at the fort palace
Feast on a lavish lunch spread at the terrace restaurants. Dining high up with views stretching across the Aravalli plain is the absolute highlight of the trip!
📍 Neemrana Fort Palace, Neemrana
- 63:00 PMActivity
Zipline over the fort
Get your adrenaline pumping! Soar on a series of ziplines high above the fort and the Aravalli hills, with palace tiers directly below you. Sessions run through the afternoon.
📍 Neemrana Fort Palace, Neemrana
Tip · Book your zip tour online in advance, and make sure you wear closed-toe shoes for the flight!
- 75:00 PMActivity
Handicraft shopping in town
Before hitting the highway, browse the local town bazaar. Grab some colorful Rajasthani handicrafts, traditional ghagra-cholis, and fun trinkets.
📍 Neemrana town market
- 85:45 PMDrive
Return to Delhi
Time to head back up NH48. With a quick chai stop along the way, you will be back home by around 8:30 PM.
Where to eat
The buffet on the fort terraces is the absolute star of the show. Make sure to book your day-visit-with-lunch package before you leave!
The Behror-Dharuhera stretch is packed with big, lively food courts. It is perfect for a quick paratha breakfast or a hot cup of return-leg chai.
When to go
The absolute sweet spot: cool, crisp days perfect for walking the ramparts. Just watch out for winter morning fog on NH48 and take the drive easy.
Monsoons paint the Aravallis lush green and cool down the ancient stone. Just pack a light rain layer so you can still enjoy the zipline!
The exposed hillside bakes in the summer. Knock out the baori and rampart walks before noon, and plan to chill indoors after lunch.
Good to know
- Since the fort is a busy hotel, do not just show up. Always book your day package, meal, or room ahead of time.
- Want to extend the fun? Turn it into a weekend getaway by staying overnight and heading out to Alwar or Sariska next.
- Weekends get super crowded and pricier. Skip the hassle and book your zipline slots online before you head out.
- Do not forget to carry your ID; you will need it at the fort gate and hotels.
