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Duration: 20 Nights / 21 Days
Routing: Haridwar – Rishikesh – Mussoorie – Chamba – Auli – Joshimath – Kausani – Ranikhet – Chaukori – Munsiyari – Patal Bhuvaneshwar –Artola & Jageshwar – Almora – Binsar – Mukteshwar – Bhimtal – Sattal – Nainital – Corbett – Delhi
Tour Highlights
| Haridwar |
Har-ki-Pauri, Mansa Devi Mandir, Evening Aarti at Ganges Ghats |
| Rishikesh |
Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Triveni Sangam, Ghats of Ganges |
| Mussoorie |
Kempty Falls, Ropeway Ride to Gunn Hill, The Mall, Old Landour Bazaar/Market |
| Chamba |
Snow clad Himalayan ranges, Nature walk in Gharwal Villages |
| Auli |
Ropeway Ride, Skiing Resort (Winters), Trekking (Summers), Sledging, Tehri Dam, Sunset on Nanda Devi |
| Joshimath |
Narsimha Temple, Shankracharya cave |
| Kausani |
Kausani Tea Estate, Excursions to Baijnath Temple & Patal Bhuvneshwar with underground cave temples |
| Ranikhet |
Jhula Devi Temple, Golf Course, Binsar Mahadev Temple |
| Chaukori |
A small and quaint hill station, Musk Dear Farm & Chaay - Baghaat (Tea-Gardens) |
| Munsiyari |
Pashmina Shawl handlooms & Tribal villages |
| Patal Bhuwaneshar |
The stone carvings of many local Gods and Goddesses in tunnel shaped caves |
| Artola-Jageshwar |
Temples Custer Complex, one of the 12 Jyoti Lingams |
| Almora |
Sun Temple, Nanda devi Temple, 1000 yrs old, most important Local Goddess, Golu Devta temple, Chetai Temple, Binsar Mahadev Temple, Kasar Devi Temple, etc |
| Binsar |
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Mukteshwar |
The Highest Spot in Kumaon, Shiv Mandir (Lord Shiva Temple) |
| Nainital |
Boating at Naini Lake, Naina Peak, Bhim Tal |
| Corbett Park |
Jeep Safari, Elephant Bathing & Safari, Wildlife spieces |
Day 01: Arrive Haridwar
Welcome Greetings from Swati Tours & Travels!!!
On arrival at Haridwar, you will be welcomed by our company’s local representative. Later transfer to your hotel for check-in. The Holy Town Haridwar, where it’s been believed in Hindu Mythology to purify one’s sins after taking a bath in Holy Ganga.
Take some rest at the hotel. Later proceed to visit the Mansa Devi Temple and after that attend the Evening Aarti at the Ghats of River Ganges with displays the spectacular and glittering view of river in the lights earthen lamps. Drive back to hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight stay at Haridwar
Day 02: Haridwar – Rishikesh (apprx. 50 min. drive)
After enjoying the Breakfast, leave for Rishikesh. On arrival, transfer to your hotel or resort. Relax for some time. Later you may proceed to enjoy fun filling & thrilling Half day Rafting trip OR Do local sightseeing of Rishikesh. Visit Laxman Jhoola, Triveni Sangam and Ram Jhoola etc. Enjoy Dukkies, Kayaking, Body surfing, cliff jumps, rock climbing and much more fun on the river. Jungle walks, trekking to water falls, rappelling and other scheduled activities in the camp.
Overnight stay at Rishikesh Hotel / Resort / Camp
Day 3: Rishikesh – Mussoorie (2-3 hrs drive)
After the Breakfast, check-out the hotel/resort/camp and leave for Mussorie; famous known as ‘Queen of Hill’s. Visit to Gun Point, Camle’s back hill, Kempty falls, etc. Enjoy shopping at Mall Road with panoramic view of Doon Valley beautified with glittering lights.
Overnight stay at Mussoorie hotel.
Day 4: Mussoorie – Chamba (2-3 hrs drive)
Today morning enjoy your leisurely breakfast and later check-out the hotel to leave for Chamba with an en-route visit to Dhanaulti – which is very famous for Camping amidst Thick Oak forest. Later continue your drive to Chamba. On arrival at Chamba, transfer to an ideal resort for check-in. Take some rest and then enjoys breathtaking view of Snow clad Himalayan ranges. Enjoy nature walks in Gharwal villages.
Overnight stay at Chamba resort.
Day 5: Chamba – Auli (8-9 hrs drive)
Today morning after early Breakfast, leave for Auli, the very much famous for its adventurous sport Skiing. Enjoy the landscapes and scenery on the way. Route to Auli is in parallel tune most of the times with the Rivers like Ganga, Bhagirati, Alaknanda, Mandakini, Pindar .etc. Cross the Tehri Dam, a sight of man made scientific wonder and is famous for Hydro-Power and Nature Conservation cum Rehabilitation point at New Tehri. Reach Joshimath by 4 PM. Enjoy the Asia’s highest and longest Ropeway connecting Joshimath - Auli 4km/22 minutes. Enjoy Sunset on Nanda Devi (Worlds 4th highest peak) & other snow clad ranges.
Overnight stay at Auli resort.
Special Remark: The skiing season starts around December and goes uptill March. It is during this time only that the resort sees maximum visitors, mainly ski lovers from across the country. It is also during this time that the ski festivals and National skiing championships start
Day 6: Auli
After the Breakfast, Leave for the local guided treks to have a beautiful view of Helang Valley. Enjoy open Chairlift ride to Sanjeevni temple. After Lunch, visit Lake Valentine amidst thick pine forest and Enjoy Sunset from Gorson Sunset Point.
Overnight stay at Auli resort
Day 7: Auli – Kausani via Joshimath (5-6 hrs drive)
After the Breakfast, check-out the resort and proceed to Kausani with an en-route visit as well as for the sightseeing of Joshimath (in & around), which is a summer seat of Bhagwan Vishnu instead of Badrinathji. Visit Tapovan Temple, Hot Sulphur Water Springs meant for medicinal & cosmetic use of its clay like soil. In Joshimath, visit Narsimha Temple, Shankracharya cave. After the sightseeing, continue your drive to Kausani - described as 'Mini-Switzerland of India' by Mahatama Gandhi. Visit Anashkati Ashram and Chay-Baghaat(Tea-Gardens). View Sunset over the Largest 350 Km of Himalayan ranges. On arrival, check-in at the resort.
Overnight stay at Kausani resort.
Day 8: Kausani – Ranikhet (2-3 hrs drive)
This leisurely morning after the Breakfast, depart for Ranikhet - famous as the Army Headquarter of the Brave Hearts - Kumon Regiment. On arrival, transfer to your resort. Perform some nature walks or Relax at the Resort which is facing the snow clad peaks.
Overnight stay at Ranikhet in resort
Day 9: Ranikhet – Chaukori (4-5 hrs drive)
After the Breakfast, Leave for Chaukori (2010 m) a small and quaint hill station set amongst the looming peaks of the western Himalayan range in the Kumaon region of Uttar Pradesh. Visit Musk Dear Farm & Chaay - Baghaat (Tea-Gardens). While lying at the hammock, enjoy viewing Sunset over the Largest 350 Km of Himalayan ranges.
Overnight stay at Chaukori
Day 10: Chaukori – Munsiyari (3-4 hrs drive)
Today morning post breakfast, check-out the resort and drive to Munsiyari - the base point to visit Milam & Ralam Glaciers famous worldwide for a high altitude Trekking. Visit Pashmina Shawl handlooms & Tribal villages. Enjoy sunset over the snow clad peaks.
Overnight stay at Munsiyari resort
Day 11: Munsiyari – Patal Bhuwaneshwar (4-5 hrs drive)
After the Breakfast, Leave for PatalBhuwaneshwar famous for the stone carvings of many local Gods and Goddesses. The way to the temple is through a narrow tunnel shaped cave. The main passage way opens into several small caves and can evoke weird romantic fancies and images even in the religiously inclined person. The cave temple of Patal Bhubaneshwar is traditionally believed to be the abode of thirty three crore deities.
Overnight stay at Patal Bhuwaneshwar in resort
Day 12: Patal Bhuwaneshwar – Almora via Artola & Jageshwar (3-4 hrs drive)
After the Breakfast, Leave for Almora via Artola-Jageshwar temples Custer Complex, one of the 12 Jyoti Lingams in the Country. Reach Almora which again is the famous for Sun Temple (2nd most important after Sun Temple of Konark,Orissa), Nanda devi Temple, 1000 yrs old, most important Local Goddess, Golu Devta temple, Chetai Temple, Binsar Mahadev Temple, Kasar Devi Temple, etc.
Overnight stay at Almora in resort
Day 13: Almora – Binsar (approx. 1 hr drive)
After the Breakfast Leave for Binsar famous for its Wild Life Sanctuary. Buy some Baal-Mithai, the local sweet delicacy.
Perform some Jungle walk or Relax at the Resort which is located near to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Overnight stay at Binsar in resort
Day 14: Binsar – Mukteshwar (approx. 1 hr drive)
After the Breakfast, check-out the resort and leave for Mukteshwar – this is the Highest Spot in Kumaon. On arrival, transfer to the resort for check-in. Relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Visit Shiv Mandir and enjoy the sunset over the peaks.
Overnight stay at Mukteshwar in resort.
Day 15: Mukteshwar – Bhimtal (1 hr 30 min. drive)
Today after leisurely breakfast, leave for Bhimtal with en-route visit Ghorakhal (famous for Army School and a great view) and Bhowali - Biggest fruit market & Ramgarh famous as fruit bowl of Kumaon. Also Naukuchiyatal (lake with Nine Corners) & Sattal (7 lakes). Later continue your drive to Bhimtal. On arrival, check-in at the resort. Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight stay at Bhimtal in resort
Day 16: Excursion to Sattal and surrounding areas
Today morning post breakfast, leave for Sattal (7 Km). Cross the Lake and trek half km to reach Getaway Jungle Camp - built on a largest natural plain ground located between the plains. Enjoy a game of Cricket, Rappelling, Nature walks and other fun filling activities. Later drive back to your resort.
Overnight stay at Bhimtal in resort
Day 17: Bhimtal – Nainital (1 hr drive)
After the Breakfast, leave for Nainital - The World famous Lake City of Uttranchal presently know as Uttrakhand. Visit Hanuman Mandir, Observatory. Enjoy cable car ride to Tiffin Top & Boating in Naini Lake (Optional). Do shopping at Tibetan market/Bhutia Baazar at Flats and at Mall Road.
Overnight stay at Nainital in resort
Day 18: Nainital
After the Breakfast, Explore Nainital on Your own, Visit to Kilbury Forest/Pangot - Sigri Jungle Camp. Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight stay at Nainital in resort
Day 19: Nainital – Corbett Park (2-3 hrs drive)
Today early morning after breakfast, leave for World Famous Tiger Reserve - Corbett National Park which is famous for Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, Spotted Dear, Porcupine, etc. On the way to Corbett National Park, visit Khurpatal Water falls. On arrival, transfer to your jungle resort. Enjoy your Lunch and later leave for Jungle Jeep safari (subjected to availability) and have a view of flora and fauna and If You are Lucky, you may spot the great Tiger OR
Do River rafting in Kosi River.
Overnight stay at Corbett in wildlife resort
Day 20: Corbett
Full day free for Jungle exploration. Enjoy Jeep Safari or Elephant Safari into the Jungle.
Overnight stay at Corbett in wildlife resort
Day 21: Corbett – Delhi (Departure)
Today you will be timely transferred to Ramnagar Railway station or directly drive back to Delhi for your onward journey.
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