Kumaon

The city of Nainital is well connected to all major cities of India via road, air, and rail. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam Railway Station located at a distance of 34 km from Nainital with a travel time of about 1 hr. Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 68 km from Nainital with a travel time of 2 hrs. The nearest bus stand is Haldwani Bus Stand located 40 km from Nainital and takes around 1 hr to reach. We will pick you up from your location and henceforth embark on the journey to Kumaon. You can spend the evening resting and taking in the beautiful climate of Nainital or explore some local attractions.

Today, you’ll spend the day exploring Nainital. You’ll start your day with a healthy breakfast and travel towards the breathtaking Nainital Lake. Surrounded by the Kumaon Himalayas and featuring mesmerizing lakes, Nainital is the jewel of Kumaon. You’ll visit Nainital Zoo, Eco Cave Gardens, Naina Peak, Mukteshwar Temple, After touring around Nainital you’ll head towards Binsar. Binsar is a quaint hill station located 87 km from Nainital. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary encircles the town of Binsar and hence the place is full of greenery and rich flora and faunas. You’ll have your dinner and stay overnight at Binsar

Places To Visit: Zero Point, Binsar Mahadev Temple, Mary Budden Estate, Binsar Sanctuary Museum, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Khali Estate Located at an elevation of 2,420 m, Binsar offers unparalleled views of the Himalayan peaks of Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Panchachuli, Shivling, Trishul, and Kedarnath. You’ll see various rare animals and a myriad of flowers. Binsar is an ideal place for nature lovers who wish to spend some undisturbed time in nature. The most famous place in Binsar is Zero Point from where you can delight in the panoramic views of the enthralling Himalayan peaks. Other places to visit in Binsar includes Binsar Mahadev Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Mary Budden Estate, Binsar Sanctuary Museum, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Khali Estate. You can also hike to the nearby places and enjoy the unspoiled beauty of Binsar. After a tranquil day at Binsar, you’ll head towards Chaukori which is located at a distance of 106 km from Binsar. The 4-hour drive to Chaukori is filled with scenic landscape and soothing cool winds. You’ll have your dinner at Chaukori and stay overnight there.

Places To Visit: Chaukori, Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple, Mahakali Temple of Gangolihat, Nag Mandir of Berinag, Ghunsera Devi Temple, Arjuneshwar Temple, Chineshwar Waterfall, Dharamghar Surrounded by the Himalayas with Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, and Panchachuli peaks gleaming in grandeur, Chaukori is a serene hamlet away from the commotion of city life. The town is known for its peaceful environs, tea gardens, and temples. You’ll start your day exploring the verdant tea gardens of Chaukori, KapileshwarMahadev Temple, Mahakali Temple of Gangolihat, Nag Mandir of Berinag, Ghunsera Devi Temple, Arjuneshwar Temple, Chineshwar Waterfall, Dharamghar, and other attractions. After exploring Chaukori, you will travel towards Munsyari located at a distance of 97 km from Chaukori. After a 3.5 hrs drive, you’ll reach Munsyari. You’ll have your dinner and stay overnight at Munsyari.

Literally meaning ‘Place of Snow’, Munsyari is a scenic hill station located at an elevation of 2,200 m. Surrounded by the mesmerizing Himalayan peaks and covered with dense forests with various species of flora and fauna, Munsyari is an unexplored beauty that beautifully welcomes nature lovers. Munsyari serves as the base for many treks, nature and adventure enthusiasts visit the place with great zeal. Popular places to visit here are Birthi Falls, Balanta Potato Farm, Darkot Village, Betulidhar, Maheshwari Kund, Khaliya Top, Nanda Devi Temple, and Tribal Heritage Museum. The picturesque location of Munsyari makes the place ideal for village walks and hiking. You can shop beautiful hand-woven carpets, tree saplings, and other local products at the local markets of Muinsyari. You can engage in bird watching and adventure sports too. You’ll carry on your journey towards Kausani which is 165 km from Munsyari. It will take around 6 hrs to reach Kausani. Your overnight stay will be at Kausani

Places To Visit: Anasakti Ashram, Rudradhari Waterfalls, Kausani Tea Estate, Sumitranandan Pant Government Museum The view of sunrise is something no one should miss at Kausani. Offering panoramic views of the mighty Trishul, Nanda Devi, and Panchachuli peaks, Kausani lies undisturbed in the lap of Himalayas. Mahatma Gandhi once called Kausani the “Switzerland of India” and when you reach here, you can’t help but agree. Such is the charm of Kausani where nature will make you fall in love. At Kausani, you will explore the beautiful attractions like Anasakti Ashram, Rudradhari Waterfalls, Kausani Tea Estate, Sumitranandan Pant Government Museum, among others. You can buy Kausani shawls made by the villagers at Kausani Shawl Factory and shop handicrafts, pickles, and teas from the local market. After Kausani, you’ll move onward to Ranikhet which is located at a distance of 59 km from Kausani. It’ll take around 2 hrs to reach Ranikhet. You’ll stay overnight at Ranikhet.

Ranikhet literally means ‘Queen’s Meadow’ and we could not say anything lesser of this place. Perched at an elevation of 1,869 m, Ranikhet boasts a fascinating landscape with lush green forests echoing in the lively melodies of faunas and soothing aromas of floras. Though away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Ranikhet is full of life. The peaceful hill station of Ranikhet is a perfect place for golfing, with one of the best hill golf courses in the country. Apart from golfing, fishing, hiking, and paragliding are popular in Ranikhet. You can also shop for local products at Ranikhet markets. Ranikhet Golf Course is one of the most famous spots of Ranikhet. Other interesting places include Ashiyana Park, Mankameshwar Temple, Chaubatia Gardens, Jhula Devi Temple, Haidakhan Babaji Temple, Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum, Tarikhet Village, Rani Jheel, Sadar Bazar, Kalika, and Bhalu Dam. You’ll travel onward to Jim Corbett National Park and stay overnight there. Corbett National Park is 87 km from Ranikhet and it will take around 3 hrs to reach there.

Places To Visit: Jim Corbett National Park, Garjiya Devi Temple, Dhangarhi Museum, Corbett Falls Today you will spend your day exploring Jim Corbett National Park. The oldest and one of the most famous national parks of India, Jim Corbett National Park lies on the banks of Ramganga Reservoir and is known for its rich flora and fauna. You’ll start your day with a healthy breakfast and then take the famous Safari ride. The safari ride will take you through the captivating landscapes of Jim Corbett National Park wherein you’ll spot various species of plants and rare animals. After the ride, you’ll explore the nearby areas of Corbett National Park like the Garjiya Devi Museum, Dhangarhi Museum, and Corbett Falls. There will be recreational activities at the camps and resorts too. After an eventful day, you will have a heartfelt dinner and stay overnight here or leave for Delhi. Since the journey till Delhi will take about 6 hrs, it’s recommended to take an overnight bus to Delhi. If, you have an extra day at hand then we have designed Day 09 as a buffer day wherein you can visit one of the places already covered in the tour.

This last day of the tour you will be dropped to the nearest railway station or bus stand as per the scheduled timing. You can also use Day 08 as Buffer Day, which you can swap for 2 Nights stay in any of the other destinations you’re visiting. I need to confirm in advance for the same.