If you’re also looking for the perfect time to travel abroad without taking many leaves, then you’re in luck. October has 2 openings, i.e. 2 weekends when you can plan an international trip. So, Travel Saga Holidays is here to help you out in planning and further executing your dream trip in October. A short haul international holiday is highly doable in October. The weather is mostly great, and it is before the onset of peak season. The best part about going on a trip in October is that these trips will be really affordable.

This guide breaks down both long weekends, the best destinations for each, and everything else you need to book smart. 

The Two Long Weekends In October 2026

There are two long weekends in the month of October. First, let’s understand the dates, then we can get to booking holiday packages from India.

Weekend 1: Gandhi Jayanti

• October 2, Friday: Gandhi Jayanti
• October 3: Saturday
• October 4: Sunday

This is a clean 3-day weekend with no leaves required.

Weekend 2: Dussehra

• October 17, Saturday: Dussehra
• October 18: Sunday
• October 19: Monday (take one day of leave)
• October 20: Tuesday

This is a 4-day holiday option, and that extra day opens up your destination pool.

Two long weekends in the same month are rare. If you plan early, you can realistically fit in two separate international trips before the year gets busy with Diwali and the wedding season.

Best Destinations For The Gandhi Jayanti Weekend (3 Days)

The following destinations are perfect for a short haul trip with minimal time lost to transit. These destinations are comparatively closer and just a few hours away from India, which means you spend your 3 days exploring, not travelling.

1. Dubai

Dubai is an underrated city. People assume the only thing that they can do there is visit Burj Khalifa, go on a desert safari and shop. However, that’s not it.

Dubai in October is transitioning out of the peak summer heat, so you can actually enjoy the outdoors again. Flight time from most Indian cities is under 4 hours, and the visa-on-arrival style process for eligible travellers means you’re not stuck in paperwork before a 3-day trip. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, with family, or want a more premium experience, Travel Saga Holidays has Dubai tour packages built around exactly this kind of quick getaway.

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2. Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the calmer, more culture-forward alternative to Dubai, and it fits a 3-day window just as comfortably. Between the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Yas Island, you get a mix of heritage and entertainment without needing more than a long weekend.

Like Dubai, the flight time is short, and October weather is far more walkable than the summer months. Check our Abu Dhabi tour packages for family, couple, and luxury options built for short trips.

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Best Destinations For The Dussehra Weekend (4 Days)

The Dussehra weekend gives you one extra day, and that extra day matters more than it sounds. It’s the difference between rushing through a destination and actually settling into it. Here’s where that extra day pays off.

3. Bali

Bali needs a little more time to feel worth it, and the Dussehra weekend gives you exactly that. October falls within Bali’s dry season, so you get clear skies for beach days, temple visits, and the Ubud countryside without monsoon interruptions.

The extra day also means you’re not choosing between the coast and the culture; you can actually do both. Travel Saga Holidays has Bali tour packages designed for couples, honeymooners, and families, with the flexibility to fit a 4-day window.

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4. Georgia

Georgia is still one of the more underexplored destinations for Indian travellers, and October works heavily in its favour. Early autumn brings mild temperatures, clear mountain views, and the Tbilisi-Kazbegi-Gudauri circuit is far more comfortable to travel than in peak summer.

With 4 days, you get enough time to actually cover more than one region instead of sticking to just the capital. Browse our Georgia tour packages to see itineraries built around this exact timeframe.

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Visa & Travel-Readiness Snapshot

None of the above destinations requires a complicated visa process, but each has a different timeline, and October is a high-demand month for visa processing across the board.

• Dubai/UAE: Fast-track visa processing available; Travel Saga Holidays’ UAE visa services can get this sorted well ahead of your travel date.
• Bali/Indonesia: Visa on arrival is available for Indian travellers, but pre-arranging it through our Bali visa services avoids queues on arrival.
• Georgia: E-visa process is straightforward, and our Georgia visa services page has the full document checklist.

Since October has back-to-back long weekends, visa processing centres and airlines see a spike in demand. Apply at least 2–3 weeks before your travel date to avoid last-minute rejections or delays.

Weather & Packing Notes For October Travel

• Dubai & Abu Dhabi: Temperatures start cooling from the extreme summer highs, hovering in a far more comfortable range by mid-to-late October. Light cottons for the day, a light layer for air-conditioned interiors and evenings.
• Bali: Dry season continues through October, with warm days and minimal rainfall. Breathable fabrics, swimwear, and a light rain jacket for the odd shower are enough.
• Georgia: Early autumn means cooler mornings and evenings, especially in the mountain regions. Pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes for the hillier terrain.

Booking Timeline & Planning Checklist

Since both long weekends are fixed on the calendar, you don’t need to guess your planning window. Use this as a rough timeline:

• 6–8 weeks before travel: Shortlist your destination and package, and lock your flights. Fares rise steadily as both long weekends approach.
• 4–6 weeks before travel: Apply for your visa through the relevant visa service page.
• 3–4 weeks before travel: Confirm your hotel category and any add-on experiences.
• 1–2 weeks before travel: Finalise transfers, keep soft copies of your visa and booking documents, and reconfirm your itinerary with your Travel Saga Holidays coordinator.

Book Your International Holiday With Us

Both October long weekends are fixed, which means demand for flights, hotels, and visas will only get tighter as the dates approach. Whether you’re choosing a 3-day Dubai or Abu Dhabi trip, or a 4-day Bali or Georgia getaway, Travelsagaholidays.in can put together a package that fits your dates and budget. Just get in touch with our experts and explore the best of the best. 

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