Monsoon honeymoon destinations: where to go from June to September

By the Nexara Holidays travel desk · 2 min read

Many weddings happen in the summer, which leaves couples wondering where to go during India's monsoon. The good news is that some of the best honeymoon destinations are in their dry season then.

Abroad

• Bali (South Coast): the dry season runs from about April to October, making June to September ideal for villas, beaches and temples.
• Koh Samui: Thailand's Gulf islands are often at their best in July and August, when the Andaman coast is rougher.
• Mauritius: the cooler, drier winter (June to September) is pleasant, though some coasts are windy.
• Europe: summer is high season for Switzerland, Italy and Greece, with long, sunny days.
• Seychelles: the trade-wind season brings some breezy days, but many are sunny.

In India

• Kashmir: summer meadows in Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam, though it is also peak family season.
• Ladakh: dry and sunny in summer, for adventurous couples.
• Kerala in the monsoon: romantic and green, with Ayurvedic spas, though expect rain. See Kerala.
• Udaipur: the lakes fill and the city looks lovely.

Places to avoid in the monsoon

• Goa's beaches (rough seas, closed shacks).
• The Andaman Islands (rough seas and ferry cancellations).
• Himalayan routes prone to landslides in July and August.

Tips

• Book Europe and Bali early; summer is busy.
• Check rain patterns for your exact dates.
• Choose resorts with good indoor spaces as a back-up.

See Travelling in India during the monsoon: where it works and where to avoid and our Honeymoon packages page.