16 DAY – Grand Uttarakhand Himalaya Tour

16 DAY – Grand Uttarakhand Himalaya Tour

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Duration

16 DAYS

Start From

DELHI

End At

DELHI

Tour Type

NATURE

Best Time

MARCH TO JUNE & SEP TO NOVEMBER

Destinations

Delhi → Haridwar → Rishikesh → Mussoorie → Auli → Kausani → Binsar → Munsiyar → Patal Bhubaneshwar → Mukteshwar → Bhimtal → Sattal → Nainital → Corbett → Delhi

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DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN DELHI

Upon arrival at New Delhi Airport/railway station in the evening, get an assisted transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 2 | DELHI – RISHIKESH (Approx. 240 Kms / 6 Hrs drive)

This morning, after breakfast, start driving towards Rishikesh. Upon reaching Rishikesh, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel. Rest for a while in the hotel. Later, proceed for sightseeing, covering the famous temples and ashrams of Rishikesh & Haridwar. In the evening, you can pay a visit to the famous Laxman Jhoola. Laxman Jhoola is the biggest tourist attraction. Evening, witness the Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri. The arti is very popular and one of the major attractions of the holy city of Haridwar. Overnight stay in Haridwar.

DAY 3 | RISHIKESH – MUSSOORIE (Approx. 75 Kms / 3 Hrs drive)

Early in the morning, after breakfast, drive to Mussoorie. Mussoorie is famed as the Queen of Hill Stations. Upon reaching Mussoorie, check into the hotel and rest for a while. You can start sightseeing in the afternoon. Visit Gun Hill, which is 400 ft above sea level. This is one of Mussoorie’s most popular tourist attractions. Kempty Falls is located at an altitude of 4,500ft. You can enjoy the beautiful waterfalls, which drop 40ft. This place was established in 1835 by John Mekinan. Visit Christ Church, the oldest church in the Himalayan ranges, built in 1836. In the evening, visit Camel’s Back Road. This road is like the shape of a camel’s hump. You can view beautiful sunsets, sunrises, and snow-covered mountains. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 4 | MUSSOORIE - AULI (Approx. 300 Kms / 9 Hrs drive)

After breakfast, start your journey to Auli. Auli is located in the Chamoli district of the Garhwal region. It is 3,050 Mts above sea level. Auli is adorned with living views of the splendid mountain range. The slopes of Auli provide enough adventures for professional skiers and novices alike. Auli is a popular spot for adventure. Auli is adored for its beautiful panoramic view of the lofty peaks of the world’s greatest mountain range. Upon reaching Auli, complete the check-in formalities at the resort, then enjoy leisure for the rest of the day. In the evening, you can visit Mt. Nanda Devi, which is 7,817 Mts high. Overnight stay in the resort.

DAY 5 | AULI

The next morning, after breakfast, embark on a sightseeing trip to places like Visit Gurso Bugyal, which is 3 km away from Auli, with an elevation of 3,056 m above the sea level. Gurso Bugyal is surrounded by oak and conifers. Chattarkund is surrounded by dense forest and is 1 km from Gurso Bugyal. Chattarkund is famous for its sweet water. Later in the day, you can go skiing. Auli has the most famous skiing slopes in the world. Visit Lake Valentine; the guide will take you to the lake, set between thick pine forests, and you can relish the delightful view of the Helang Valley. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 6 | AULI

Early in the morning, visit Joshimath. The places to visit in Joshimath include the Narsingh temple, which is one of the ancient temples in India and is dedicated to Narsingh Devta. This is the famous Shri Shankracharya Math in Joshimath, established by Adi Shankaracharya. Tapovan is a famous hot spring located just 10 km from Joshimath. You can trek to the famous valley of flowers from Joshimath. Back to the hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 7 | AULI–KAUSANI (Approx. 185 Kms / 8 Hrs drive)

After breakfast, drive to Kausani. Kausani is a famous hill resort in Uttarakhand. The view of the greater Himalayas from Kausani would light a spark of hope even in the most pessimistic person. Upon reaching Kausani, check into the hotel. Later in the day, set out for the sightseeing in Kausani. Kausani. Visit Anashakti Ashram, where Mahatma Gandhi stayed. Mahatma Gandhi called Kausani the “Switzerland of India”. During his stay, he penned the memorable commentary on the “Gita Anashakti Yog”. You can also visit the Sumitranandan Pant Gallery, which is the birthplace of the Hindi Poet Sumitranandan Pant. Also, visit the Kausani Tea Estate, located 5 km away. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 8 | KAUSANI–BINSAR (Approx. 125 Kms / 5 Hrs drive)

Next morning, leave for Binsar. Once reaching Binsar, check into the hotel and rest for a while. Set out to visit Binsar. Binsar is one of the most picturesque areas in the Himalayas. It is at an altitude of 2412 mts. Visit the Zero Point, located within the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Famous peaks such as Shivling, Kedarnath, Nanda Devi, and Trishul can be viewed from the Zero Point. Visit the 16th-century temple, Bineshwar Mahadev temple. This is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Later in the day, you can visit the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Bird lovers would enjoy the place, as it hosts more than 200 bird species. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 9 | BINSAR–MUNSYARI (Approx. 190 Kms / 8 Hrs drive)

A drive to Munsiyar early in the morning. Munsyari is snug in the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas. Munsyari is famous for its scenic beauty. You can also enjoy the adventures like trekking. You can find the base camps for the trek at Milam, Namik Glaciers, and Ralam. Upon reaching Munsyari, check into the resort and rest for a while. Visit the Birthi Falls, which are encircled by dense forests and the Himalayas. The water falls from a height of 126 mts. The Narayan Ashram was established by Narayan Swami. This is the region’s famous spiritual and socio-economic centre. Visit Darkot, it is a small, beautiful village located 6 kms from Munsyari on the Madkot road. Back and overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 10 | MUNISYARI – PATAL BHUBANESHWAR(Approx. 160 Kms / 6 Hrs drive)

After breakfast in the morning, a drive to Patal Bhubaneshwar. It is a tiny village in the Pithoragarh district, surrounded by lofty peaks. The Patal Bhubaneshwar cave is at a height of 1350 meters above sea level. Patal Bhubaneshwar is the city of caves. The limestone rock formation has created various magnificent stalactite and stalagmite figures. The narrow tunnel leads to several caves and is fully illuminated by electricity. You can see the caves within caves. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 11 | PATAL BHUBANESHWAR–MUKTESH WAR (Approx. 165 Kms / 6 Hrs drive)

In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Mukteshwar. Mukteshwar is one of the famous temples in Mukteshwar Dham. This is one of the oldest temples, dating back 350 years. It is located at the highest point in Mukteshwar. Mukteshwar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Shivling is encircled by idols of Parvati, Ganesh, Hanuman, Vishnu, Nandi and Brahma. Mukteshwar temple is located at an elevation of 2,313 m above sea level. Visit Chauthi Ki Jaali, which is one of the famous tourist spots. It is situated on a mountain in Mukteshwar. It is dotted with lush greenery and encircled by numerous rocks. It is famous for offering panoramic views of the Kumaon valley. On the way to Mukteshwar, visit Almora. Almora is famous for its breathtaking view of the Himalayas. It is at an elevation of 1,638 Mts above sea level. Upon arrival at Mukteshwar, check into the hotel. In the evening, have Darshan at the Mukteshwar temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 12 | MUKTESHWAR - BHIMTAL (Approx. 45 Kms / 1.5 Hrs drive)

Early in the morning, start your journey towards Bhimtal. En route to Bhimtal, stop midway to visit Ghorakhal – a small place at an altitude of 2000 m above sea level. Literally, Ghorakhal means “ a pond for water for horses”. It is a scenic site, with calm and peace. Visit the Sainik School at Ghorakhal and also the Naukuchiatal. Naukuchiatal is one of the most beautiful lakes in Uttarakhand. It is surrounded by dense oak forest. Naukuchiatal means nine corners. Once reaching Bhimtal, check into the hotel. Leisure for the day. In the evening, you visit the famous Bhimtal Lake. You will find an aquarium situated in the middle of the island. There is a temple called Bhimeshwar. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 13 | BHIMTAL – SATTAL (Approx. 12 Kms / 30 Min drive)

After breakfast, proceed to Sattal. Sattal is a collection of 7 freshwater lakes. It is located at an altitude of 1370 Mts above sea level. The cluster of lakes is set amid dense forests of pine and oak. You can enjoy birdwatching, fishing, boating, and kayaking. You will even find adventure sports like rappelling and trekking. These lakes are a bliss for migratory birds. At night, enjoy the music and bonfire at the camp. Overnight stay at the camp.

DAY 14 | SATTAL–NAINITAL (Approx. 25 Kms / 1 Hrs drive)

The next day, after breakfast, proceed towards Nainital by road. After reaching Nainital, check into the hotel and rest for a while. Later in the day, set out on a sightseeing tour of Nainital. Visit Hanuman Garhi, 3.5 km from Nainital. This temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The Boat Club is one of the most famous tourist spots in Nainital. You can enjoy boating and yachting on the lake. You can view the Khurpatal at a height of 2,881 mts. Enjoy the Tiffin top at an altitude of 2,300 Mts above sea level. Tiffin Top is 4 kms away from Nainital. Later in the evening, you can visit the State Observatory, which is the place for viewing the sunset over the plains. In the evening, visit the Mall Road surrounding Nainital Lake; it has many hotels, shops, and restaurants. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 15 | NAINITAL– Corbett (Approx. 70 Kms / 3 Hrs drive)

The next day, a trip to the Corbett National Park, after breakfast. Corbett National Park is one of the oldest national parks in India. It was established in 1936. Corbett National Park is one of the famous wildlife sanctuaries in India. You can find 488 species of wildlife and 600 varieties of birds. You can enjoy a jeep safari and tour the park’s rich flora and fauna. You would enjoy the tiger reserve in the park. Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 16 | CORBETT – DELHI (Approx. 260 Kms / 7 Hrs drive)

On the last day of the tour, after breakfast, drive to New Delhi & transfer to the airport or railway station to board the flight/train to the onward destination.

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