The enchanting Himalyan foothills with endless stretches of wilderness,
quaint villages, flanked by mountains, covered by rhododendron and teak
forests make Nainital, Ranikhet, Corbett and Mussoorie perfect for
exciting family holidays!
DAY 1
| ARRIVE
DELHI ON TO NAINITAL
(320 KMS/APPROX 9 HOUR DRIVE)
Welcome to
your 'Splendors of Uttaranchal' tour! On arrival at the Delhi
airport or railway station (on your own), your picturesque
journey continues to the charming hill station of Nainital,
where on arrival you will check into your hotel. The rest of
the evening is free. Just wonder down to the mall or enjoy a
boat ride across the Naini Lake.
DAY 2
|
NAINITAL
This morning,
enjoy an excursion to the lakes, which includes Sat Tal, a
group of seven lakes including the famous jade green Garud
Lake, the larger Bhim Tal and Naukuchiya Tal which is a lake
with nine corners where you will have the opportunity for some
boating and paddling (Boats can be hired directly there). The
rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore Nainital. We
recommend a visit to Snow View by means of a Gondola (ropeway)
from where you will get the most spectacular view of the
snow-capped peaks.
DAY 3
|
NAINITAL
After
breakfast proceed on a local tour of Nainital. Visit Naina
Devi Temple and Hanuman Garhi. Rest of the day is free to
explore this quaint little hill station as you stroll down the
Mall or enjoy a boat ride in the Naini lake.
DAY 4
|
RANIKHET
(80 KMS / APPROX 3 HOUR
DRIVE)
Today, after
breakfast proceed on a scenic drive through forested pine and
deodar covered slopes, past fast flowing mountain streams to
the popular hill station of Ranikhet. Check into your hotel.
Afternoon you will explore the wonderful sights of Ranikhet,
which includes the beautifully located nine-hole golf course
at Upat, a Government Fruit Garden and Research Station at
Chaubatia and the fascinating temples in Dwarahat.
DAY 5
| ON TO
CORBETT(125 KMS /
APPROX
4 HOUR DRIVE
This morning,
your journey continues from the picturesque environs of the
mountains to the wild tropical jungles of the plains. On
arrival in Corbett, India's finest national park, check into
your wildlife resort. Later in the afternoon, you will enjoy a
jeep safari into the National Park, to spot a variety of wild
life including sloth bear, birds, deer, tiger and wild boar
(park is open from 15th November to 15th June).
DAY 6
| ON TO
MUSSOORIE (290 KMS /
APPROX
6 1/2 HOUR DRIVE
You will
proceed on a drive to the picturesque town of Mussoorie,
spread along a horseshoe shaped ridge overlooking the Doon
Valley. On arrival, you will check into your hotel. The rest
of the day is at leisure.
DAY 7
| IN
MUSSOORIE
The day is
free for you to explore Mussorie's numerous attractions - the
Mall, Municipal Garden, Gun Hill and the Camel's Back. Or you
may take an excursion to Kempty Falls, a favourite tea party
venue with the Britishers in the early 19th century and even
today continues to be a popular picnic spot. In the evening
why not relax and walk through the city exploring the local
markets.
DAY 8
| ON TO
DELHI (270 KMS /
APPROX 7 HOUR
DRIVE)
Today bid
farewell to the picturesque city of Mussoorie as your 'Splendours
of Uttaranchal' tour comes to an end with a journey back to
Delhi.