Summer School Holiday Packages
Where families go during the long summer break, and what to avoid in the heat.
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April to June
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October 2026
The long break
The summer school holidays, roughly from mid-April to early June in most states, are the biggest family travel window after Diwali. The plains are hot, so families head to the hills, the Northeast and cooler overseas destinations.
Because everyone travels at once, hotels and flights fill early.
In India
Himachal and Uttarakhand
Shimla, Manali, Mussoorie and Nainital are classic choices. Expect crowds.
Kashmir
May and June are the peak months.
Sikkim and Darjeeling
Clear mornings and rhododendrons in April and May.
Ooty, Kodaikanal and Munnar
Cool hills in the south; very busy.
Meghalaya
Pre-monsoon weather in April and May.
Overseas
Singapore
Family attractions in warm, humid weather.
Bali
The start of the dry season.
Europe
Pleasant weather; book early and plan the visa.
Bhutan and Nepal
Mountain scenery without a long flight.
What to avoid
- Dubai in May and June is very hot.
- Rajasthan and central India are extremely hot.
- Some beaches are rough or humid; check before you go.
Frequently asked questions
When should I book summer holiday packages?
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Two to three months ahead, or earlier for Europe.
Where should I go with young children?
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Short, easy hill stations or Singapore.
Is Europe good in summer?
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Yes, but it is peak season.
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