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Uttrakhand’s Wild Experience

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days

Routing: Delhi - Dehradun - Rishikesh - Raja Ji National Park - Kaudilya - Haridwar – Nainital - Ranikhet - Corbett National Park - Delhi

Tour Highlights
Delhi Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Raj ghat, Humayuns Tomb, Qutab Minar, India Gate, President House, Connaught Place, Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir) or Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Rishikesh Laxman Jhula, Triveni Sangam, Ghats of Ganges
Raja Ji N.P. Elephant, tiger, panther, bear, chital, sambar, wild boar, kakar, python, monitor lizard and a large variety of avian fauna
Haridwar Evening Aarti, Mansa Devi Darshan, Ropeway to Chandi Devi Temple
Nainital Boating at Naini Lake, Naina Peak, Bhim Tal
Corbett Park Jeep Safari, Elephant Bathing & Safari, Wildlife spieces
Ranikhet Jhula Devi Temple, Golf Course, Binsar Mahadev Temple

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
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On arrival at the International / Domestic airport, our company’s representative will meet, greet and assist you. Later transfer to your pre-booked hotel in or around Delhi. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight stay at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi
Today morning after your leisurely breakfast, we will proceed for “Delhi Darshan”. Half day city tour of Old Delhi
Visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the construction was started in 1844 and was not completed until 1658; Red Fort, which was also built by Shah Jehan. This massive fort was built from 1638 to 1648; Chandni Chowk and Raj ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi.
Half day city tour of New Delhi
Visit Humayuns Tomb; built in mid 16th century this is an early example of Mughal architecture; Qutab Minar, drive past India Gate, President House, Connaught Place. The city tour ends with a visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir) or Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (Sikh temple).
Overnight stay at Delhil.

Day 03: Delhi - Dehradun (7-8 hrs drive)
Today morning post leisurely breakfast, we will drive you to Dehradun. On the way, you will come across green fields, canals or rivers, bullock carts, cattle wandering on or along the road.
Halt for a while on the way to get relax. Grand Cheetal (near Khatoli), about 3-4 hrs from Dehradun, and Big Byte on Meerut bypass (about 3 hrs from airport) are good points for short breaks. Later continue your drive to Dehradun. On arrival at Dehradun, transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: Dehradun - Rishikesh (1-2 hrs drive)
Morning post breakfast, visit the Forest Research Institute and Tapkeshwar Temple in Dehradun. Forest Research Institute or the FRI is one of the best research institutes devoted to the same purpose all around the world. A vast extensive museum in its premises displays a wide range of diverse botanical specimens. Open on all, weekdays from Monday to Friday, it is a great experience to witness the innumerable species of vegetation on the Earth. The Botanical Garden set in the campus is another attraction of the place. Later visit the Tapkeshwar Temple of Lord Shiva as the God of strict rituals of 'tap', it stands majestically on the outskirts of the city with a long flight of stairs to ascend. A picture-perfect beauty, There is a gushing river flowing by its sides that complement the main temple and other shrines studding the area with its pleasant cool waters. The best time to visit the place is in March, when a big fair is held here on Shivaratri.
Later drive to Rishikesh. Reach there by the afternoon. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, proceed for the exciting adventure of river rafting on Holy Ganges.
Evening free to explore the city visit including Laxman Jhoola, Triveni Ghat and temple.
Overnight stay at Rishikesh.

Day 05: Rishikesh - Raja Ji National Park - Haridwar (1 hr drive each way)
Today Morning visit to the Raja Ji National Park, surrounded by mountains, Established in 1996 on the edge of the Dun valley is Rajaji National Park, covering an area of approx 820 sq kms. The wildlife here includes elephant, tiger, panther, bear, chital, sambar, wild boar, kakar, python, monitor lizard and a large variety of avian fauna. You find many opportunities of viewing these animals in their natural habitat here. Later in the late afternoon, drive to Haridwar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Relax for some time at the hotel. In the evening, proceed to attend the Evening Aarti Darshan at Har Ki Pauri Ghats of holy River Ganges.
Overnight stay at Haridwar.

Day 06: Haridwar - Nainital (7-8 hrs drive)
Today morning after early breakfast, we will proceed to visit the famous temples around Haridwar like Mansa Devi Temple and then we will also visit the Chandi Devi Temple through Ropeway though people can also trek to the hill but for awesome and mesmerizing view of Hills, one should prefer the option of Ropeway Ride. Later drive to Nainital - The World famous Lake City of Uttranchal presently knows as Uttrakhand.
On arrival check in at the hotel. Relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Nainital
Morning after breakfast, lake tour visit Including Sattal, Bhimtal, Naukuchiyatal & Nainital. In the afternoon, 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 at hotel.

Day 08: Nainital – Ranikhet (2-3 hrs drive)
Morning after breakfast drive to Ranikhet, Situated at 1829 mtrs this sylvan retreat offers an interesting mix of hill & military cultures. According to legends, a queen, in the course of a journey came by this spot & was so enchanted by it that she settled down here. Ranikhet has forest of oak & pine and is a fine place to enjoy a panoramic view of the Himalayas, from the Bhagiriti peaks in the west to the Nanda kot in the east. It is an ideal holiday for nature lovers and its main attractions; apart from its natural beauty are a golf course, the orchids of Chaubatia and the Jhoola Devi temple. Ranikhet discovered by Lord Mayo in 1869 and developed as a cantonment for the Imperial Soldiers, Ranikhet is perched at an altitude of 1829 meters. Even today it boasts as the home of the Kumaon regiment. Here, time stands still. On arrival check in at the hotel.
Overnight at Ranikhet.

Day 09: Ranikhet
Day free to explore the beauty of Ranilkhet and surroundings.
Overnight at Ranikhet.

Day 10: Ranikhet – Corbett National Park (3-4 hrs drive)
Today morning after breakfast check-out the hotel and drive to Corbett National Park, on arrival check-in at the wildlife resorts. Relax for a while.
Later in the afternoon, enjoy the Jeep Safari to the national park for wildlife viewing.

Day 11: Corbett National Park
Morning and evening Jeep Safari to the national park to explore the wildlife.
Overnight at Corbett.

Day 12: Corbett National Park – Delhi (280 Km Approx)
Today is the day when we have to say Good-bye to hills as well as the natural heaven of Himalayan region and have to drive back to Delhi, “The Soul of India”. On arrival at Delhi, you will be transferred to the hotel for check-in. Relax and enjoy your evening either at hotel or by visiting the local markets.
Overnight at Delhi.

Day 13: Delhi (Departure)
Yours today morning will be at leisure and enjoy leisurely breakfast. Later check-out the hotel at 12 noon and you will be timely transferred to Delhi Airport / Railway station for your onward journey.