2025 is officially here and we are elated to make this the year of exploring the world. From serene domestic destinations to international cities, let’s hope 2025 will be filled with unforgettable travel experiences and the most spectacular memories to cherish forever. The list of long weekends in 2025 is here to make planning for holidays easier for you. In addition, we are recommending breathtaking destinations to explore on your trips.
Plan Memorable Holidays During Long Weekends In 2025
Are you excited about your travel plans this year? Check out the list of 16 long weekends in 2024 and plan your vacations already.
January
- January 11 (Saturday)
- January 12 (Sunday)
- Take a leave on January 13 (Monday)
- Makar Sankranti and Pongal on January 14 (Tuesday)
Home to breathtaking natural beauty and scenic mountains, Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu is ideal for a relaxing getaway. From trekking to Vattakanal Falls to exploring quaint caves, experiences here are endless.
February
- Take a day off on February 14 (Friday)
- February 15 (Saturday)
- February 16 (Sunday)
Immerse in tranquillity and spiritualism by planning a trip to Varanasi. In addition to visiting sacred religious sites, explore hidden gems such as Aurwaratand Canyon, Ruchika Art Gallery, Jargo Dam Chunar, and Naugarh Dam.
March
First long weekend:
- Holika Dahana on March 13 (Thursday)
- Holi on March 14 (Friday)
- March 15 (Saturday)
- March 16 (Sunday)
No destination celebrates Holi like Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. After enjoying a splendid time playing Holi, spend the rest of the days stepping into this holy city’s tapestry of history and culture such as Brahmand Ghat, Govind Dev Temple, Kans Qila, Kesi Ghat, and Imli Tala.
Second long weekend:
- Take a leave on March 28 (Friday)
- March 29 (Saturday)
- March 30 (Sunday)
- Eid-Ul-Fitr on March 31 (Monday)
What about heading to Malaysia for this year’s first international holiday? Some extraordinary hidden treasures to visit there are Mossy Forest, Royal Belum State Park, Dayang Bunting Island, and Mount Kinabalu.
April
First long weekend:
- Mahavir Jayanti on April 10 (Thursday)
- Take a leave on April 11 (Friday)
- April 12 (Saturday)
- Vaisakhi on April 13 (Sunday)
- Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14 (Monday) (It is a restricted holiday)
Enjoy this long weekend in 2025 in Georgia and escape to nature’s most magnificent glory. Add Old City Wall, Metro Vintage, Katskhi Pillar, Open Air Museum of Ethnography, and Kakheti Wine Region to your trip’s itinerary.
Second long weekend:
- Good Friday on April 18 (Friday)
- April 19 (Saturday)
- Easter on April 20 (Sunday)
A trip to Meghalaya in April is a fantastic idea. To indulge in offbeat experiences, you must travel to Konthong Village, Nohwet Village, Mawryngkhang, Krem Chympe, Markham Valley, and Garden of Caves.
May
- May 10 (Saturday)
- May 11 (Sunday)
- Buddha Purnima on May 12 (Monday)
Himachal Pradesh’s Dalhousie is home to undisturbed natural charm and verdant greenery. To explore quaint places in this beautiful hill station, travel to Chamera Lake, Jot Pass, Kalatop Wildlife Reserve, Garam Sadak, and Satdhara Falls.
August
First long weekend:
- Independence Day on August 15 (Friday)
- Janmashtami on August 16 (Saturday)
- August 17 (Sunday)
Dwarka’s Dwarakadhish temple is one of the iconic places to visit during Janmashtami. Some hidden gems to explore here are Gopi Talav, Rukshmani Mandir, and Okha Port.
Second long weekend:
- Ganesh Chaturthi on August 27 (Wednesday)
- Take a leave on August 28 (Thursday)
- Take another leave on August 29 (Friday)
- August 30 (Saturday)
- August 31 (Sunday)
Are you a nature and wildlife enthusiast? A trip to Kenya needs to be on your bucket list. Make the best use of this long weekend in 2025 and fly to this alluring country to stay close to nature’s lap and wake up to undisturbed views.
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September
First long weekend:
- Id-e-Milad and Onam on September 5 (Friday)
- September 6 (Saturday)
- September 7 (Sunday)
Move beyond the bustling tourist attractions and explore quaint gems in Munnar. This time, plan a visit to Kurinjimala Sanctuary, Lockhart Gap, Top Station, Anayirangal Dam, and Lakkom Waterfalls.
Second long weekend:
- September 11 (Saturday)
- September 12 (Sunday)
- Take a day off on September 13 (Monday)
With October being the ultimate festive season, plan a quick long weekend in September 2025 and enjoy a serene trip to Ziro. Travelling to this offbeat town in Arunachal Pradesh feels like taking a step closer to experiencing nature’s purest aura.
October
First long weekend:
- Maha Navami on October 1 (Wednesday) (It is a restricted holiday)
- Dussehra and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 (Thursday)
- Take a day off on October 3 (Friday)
- October 4 (Saturday)
- October 5 (Sunday)
Enjoy Durga Puja’s grandeur in Kolkata during the Navami and Dussehra long weekend. Explore the City of Joy, indulge in a feast of Bengali cuisine, and immerse in cultural experiences.
Second long weekend:
- October 18 (Saturday)
- October 19 (Sunday)
- Diwali on October 20 (Monday)
If you are planning a solo trip in 2025, we would highly recommend Pondicerry. Perfect for first-time solo travellers, this gem of the Indian coastline is home to splendid unique locations and experiences. Add Arikamendu, Dubrayapet, Goubert Avenue, and Chunnambar Boat House to your itinerary.
Third long weekend:
- Bhai Dooj on October 23 (Thursday)
- Take a day off on October 24 (Friday)
- October 25 (Saturday)
- October 26 (Sunday)
If you are in the mood to spend a few days abroad, Pattaya is an ideal destination to explore in October. To visit unexplored places, head to Mimosa Pattaya, Frost Magical Ice of Siam, Teddy Bear Museum, and Wong Amat Beach.
November
- Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 5 (Wednesday)
- Take a leave on November 6 (Thursday)
- Take another leave on November 7 (Friday)
- November 8 (Saturday)
- November 9 (Sunday)
A five-day long weekend is perfect for a wonderful holiday abroad. To enjoy a vacation in November, book flights to Oman. From desert dunes to beaches to mountains, this country is home to every marvellous natural landscape. The entire country is less crowded in comparison to famous tourist destinations in the Middle East. Bimmah Sinkhole, Jebel Shams, Al Fizayah Beach, Bibi Maryam Mausoleum, and Wadi Shab are a few hidden attractions.
December
- Christmas on December 25 (Thursday)
- Take a day off on December 26 (Friday)
- December 27 (Saturday)
- December 28 (Sunday)
Escape the Christmas crowd and indulge in tranquil experiences by visiting offbeat places in Andaman. Some of our favourite lesser-known tourist attractions are Baratang Island, Alfred Caves, Jolly Buoy, Chidiya Tapu, and Cinque Island.
We cannot wait to take our first trip on the first long weekend in 2025. When are you planning your holiday?
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