Speaking of offbeat vacations, we thought Kollur in Karnataka just fits the bill brilliantly for summers. A tiny temple-town in Udupi district, Kollur offers tons of trekking opportunities, exploring wildlife sanctuaries and some quiet times by a waterfall.
What To See: Mookambika temple, Anegudde Vinayaka Temple, Arishna Gundi Waterfalls, Kodachadri Mountain and Maravathe Beach
How Do I Get There: The nearest airport to Kollur is Mangalore. Take a prepaid taxi from there which will take about three hours to reach Kollur.