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Journey through Garhwal Hill to Kumaon Hills

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days

Routing:Delhi - Mussoorie - Rudraprayag - Auli - Kausani - Nainital - Corbett - Delhi.

Tour Highlights
Mussoorie Kempty Falls, Ropeway Ride to Gunn Hill, The Mall, Old Landour Bazaar/Market
Rudraprayag Scenic and Natural Beauty with Rivers and Hills all around
Auli Skiing Resort (Winters), Trekking (Summers), Sledging, Badrinath (excursions)
Kausani Kausani Tea Estate, Excursions to Baijnath Temple & Patal Bhuvneshwar with underground cave temples
Nainital Boating at Naini Lake, Naina Peak, Bhim Tal
Corbett Park Jeep Safari, Elephant Bathing & Safari, Wildlife spieces

Day 01: Delhi – Mussoorie (7 - 8 hrs)
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Today morning after early breakfast we will drive to Mussoorie which is located at the height of 6600 feet in Uttaranchal / Uttarakhand.
On arrival at Mussoorie, transfer to your hotel / resort for check-in. Relax for a while.
Later you may proceed to explore this hill-town. Mussoorie, "The Queen of Hills" has natural scenic beauty which mesmerizes the visitors. Tourists can have a view of extensive Himalayan snow ranges to the North East, glittering sight of the Doon Valley and Haridwar to the south and other attractions of Mussoorie like Ropeway Ride to Gun Hill which is the second largest peak of Mussoorie and Kempty Falls - a beautiful waterfall located in a beautiful valley. For Shopping Lovers, The Mall which is located at the centre of the hill town and the 150 years old Landour Bazaar can be the ideal places for shopping.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 02: Mussoorie
Today the exciting day will begin with the excursion to Dhanaulti, which is 33 kms away from the city as well as to the ancient mountain top shrine of Surkhanda Devi by climbing up to 9700 feet. This magnificent view of deep valleys and high hills with the greenery all around makes an indelible impression on the minds of tourists.
Later we will drive back to our hotel in Mussoorie for overnight stay.

Day 03: Mussoorie - Rudraprayag (5 - 6 hours)
This morning post breakfast, we will drive along the hills and rivers Ganges and Alaknanda which makes the holy confluences at Deoprayag and Rudraprayag. At Rudraprayag at 2013 feet height, the river Mandakini, which is the most important river coming down from the slopes of Kedarnath peak, joins the Alaknanda (the Alaknanda originates at a height of 3641 metres below Balakun peak 16 kms. upstream from Badrinath).
Overnight at Rudraprayag.

Day 04: Rudraprayag - Auli (5-6 hrs drive)
Today will be yours exciting and adventurous morning as you climb upto about 9000 feet, driving through spectacular mountain roads, the Alaknanda river hurtling across in the valleys and gorges down below, mesmerized by the beautiful views of terraced fields, small hamlets, forests and Himalayan peaks in the distance.
On arrival at Auli, transfer to your pre-booked resort. Auli, which is 16 kms ahead of Joshimath and also is a paradise for skiing and sledging in winters.
Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight at Auli.

Day 05: Auli
Auli is all time favourite tourist destination the year around as in winters, it famous for skiing and sledging where as in summers, when the snow gives way to carpets of grass and flowers, hikers and trekkers will find numerous marked walks and mountain bike trails. A short trek takes you to Gorson (Bugiyal) Reserve Forest (part of the Nanda Devi National Park) where you can revel in the magnificent sunrise and views. A short walk in the dense alpine forest takes you to Chhatrakund, a frozen lake. You can soothe your tired muscles after a trek to Tapovan by bathing in the hot springs there.
Overnight at Auli.

Day 06: Auli
Today early morning we will proceed for a day trip to Badrinath. The Badrinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Creator-Preserver-Destroyer). Though only 60 kms away, it might take as much as 3 hours one way.
Overnight at Auli.

Day 07: Auli - Kausani (6-7 hrs drive)
Today we will leave for Kausani in Kumaon Region of Uttarkhand. Here in this region some of the better known Himalayan peaks might be able to see are Nanda Devi (goddess of bliss), Trishu (trident of Lord Shiva), Nanda Ghunti, (veil of goddess Nanda Devi), Swargarohini (ascent to heaven), Neelkanth (blue throated Shiva). These rise from 20,000 feet to 26,000 feet above the sea level.
On arrival in late afternoon at Kausani, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Relax at your hotel to shed the road weariness.
Overnight at Kausani.

Day 08: Kausani (Excursions)
Kausani located at a height of 6250 feet, is very quaint and serene environmental place. In Kausani, tourists can visit the Kausani Tea estate and can make excursions to the 12th century Baijnath Temple by the Gomti River and to Patal Bhuvneshwar with its enchanting underground cave temples.
Overnight at Kausani.

Day 09: Kausani - Nainital. (3 - 4 hrs drive)
Morning will begin with a delicious & leisurely breakfast. Later drive to Nainital, “The Beautiful Lake City of Kumaon Region". On arrival, transfer to your resort for check-in. Relax for the rest of the day at the resort. Overnight at Nainital.

Day 10: Nainital
Nainital a beautiful hill town attracts many of the tourists in every season due to its lake and you may visit the shimmering mountain lake for boating or sailing and the bustling mall for local action. Nainital located at the height of 6400 feet above sea level. Discover this quaint hill town also. You may also go for excursions on foot or horses within Nainital to Snow View (7500 feet asl) or Dorothy’s Seat, Tiffin Top or near Nainital to Kilbury, Naukuchiatal, Sattal, Khurpatal, Bhimtal.
Overnight at Nainital.

Day 11: Nainital - Corbett National Park. (3 hrs drive)
Today enjoy the lunch at the hotel and later drive to Corbett Park, the India's National Wildlife Reserve as well as the India's First National Park, spread over 520 sq. km (1318 sq. km Corbett National Park including Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary). On the way to Corbett Park, you will drive through cultivated fields, a few small shops selling tea & snacks, as well as rural towns and slow moving bullock-carts.
On arrival, transfer to your resort. Relax for a while, later if you are much excited for exploring the Jungle you may catch the afternoon jeep safari inside the Tiger Reserve for viewing the wildlife. The MUST SEE PLACES inside the Corbett National Park are Crocodile Pool, Dhikala Machaan, Getheryo Library (Dhikala), Corbett Museum (Dhangadi gate), Corbett fall, Garjia Temple, Jim Corbett House.
Overnight stay at Resort.

Day 12: Corbett Tiger Reserve
Take the morning safari inside the Wildlife Sanctuary for your encounter with the big cats. Elephants are also available for dense jungle safaris on a first come first serve basis. Birding treks, Jeep Safaris and horse safaris are also exciting options for the enthusiasts. In the evening, swap tall tales with fellow guests around a bonfire.
Overnight at Corbett.

Day 13: Corbett National Park
Today whole day will be spent in exploring the inner part of the jungle by doing Jeep safari. You may also experience the more exciting option of Elephent safari to go through more dense forest which are not accessible by Jeep safari.
Overnight at Corbett.

Day 14: Corbett - Delhi. (7 - 8 hrs drive)
Today morning we will check-out the wildlife resort and will head towards the national capital Delhi.
On arrival, you will be transferred to hotel/ airport / railway station for your onward journey.