DEEP IN KUMAON
8 Nights / 9 Days
Kathgodam
- Nainital (2) � Kausani (1) �
Chakouri (2) �
Munsyari (2) � Almora (1) - Kathgodam
Nainital
is a glittering jewel in the Himalayan
necklace, blessed with scenic natural
splendor and varied natural resources.
Dotted with lakes , Nainital has earned
the epithet of 'Lake District' of India. The most prominent
of the lakes is Naini lake ringed by
hills . Nainital has a varied
topography. Some of the important
places in the district are Nainital, Haldwani,
Kaladhungi,
Ramnagar, Bhowali,
Ramgarh,
Mukteshwar, Bhimtal,
Sattal and
Naukuchiatal. Nainital�s
unending expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a
romance with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature.
Kausani
is frequented by tourists for the panoramic views
of the Himalayas. It offers excellent sightings of the
Trisul (7,120m), Nanda Devi (7,816m)
and the Panchchuli (6,904m). Frozen in
time, this backdrop makes Kausani the
perfect place for a holiday with the family.
Kumaon at its best.
Chaukori
The small hill town affords balmy weather and great
views of snowclad peaks. The entire area teems with tea gardens
and orchards. It is 112 km from Pithoragarh via Gangolihat and
Berinag.
Munsiyari
is situated at a distance of about 62 kms
from Jauljibi via
Madkot 120 kms from Pithoragarh
via Thal-Tejam
Kalamuni and 207 kms from
Almora via TakuIa-Bageshwar and
Thal along the same routes. On both
the routes the traveller can see many
water falls coming down to Gori and
Ramganga. Besides housing the
tehsil headquarters,
Munsiyari is the centre as well as the
gate way of the Johar region. The
whole Johari Population of
Munsiyari would migrate to their
summer settlements to engage in trade with the advent of spring.
Although, Johars still deal in
woollens and herbs, there are a number
of Johars who have turned to
agriculture and horticulture. Nonetheless they all are confined to
Munsiyari alone.
Almora
a picturesque district in the
Kumaun region, East of Uttarakhand
in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, summons
tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.
Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts,
sumptuous cuisine and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy
accessibility, Almora promises its tourists a visit full of fun
and unforgettable moments.
Itinerary
Day 01 �
Kthgodam
� Nainital (40 kms.
/ 1 hr.) :
Transfer from Kathgodam to Nainital.
Sight seeing of Nainital. boating in
Naini lake and visit to the holy
Naina Devi temple ,
Naina peak, Snow view (cable car),
Lands End etc. evening enjoy walk on mall.
Overnight at Nainital.
Day 02 - Nainital:
local
sightseeing followed by trip to Bhimtal,
Naukuchiatal &
Sattal. Boating is available here.
Overnight at Nainital.
Day 03 � Nainital �
Kausani (115 kms.
/ 04 hrs.) : Transfer to
kausani. Evening relax.
Overnight at hotel in
Kausani.
Day 04 �
Kausani
� Chakouri (90
kms.
/ 03 hrs.) :
Get up early to enjoy breathtaking views of the
Himalayas (can become hazy later). Later transfer to
Chakouri via
Bageshwar. Ancient temples at
Bageshwar. Overnight at
Chakouri.
Day 05
- Chakouri
: Morning enjoy Himalayan views from chakouri
and later visit Patal
Bhubneshwar (36
kms, 1 hour). Overnight at
Chakouri.
Day 06 �
Chaukori �
Munsyari (100 kms,
/ 4 hrs.) :
Morning Transfer to Munsyari.
At Munsyari you come very close to the
Himalayas. Breathtaking views all
around. Overnight at
Munsyari.
Day 07 �
Munsyari
:
Local sightseeing / trekking.
Overnight at Munsyari.
Day 08 �
Munsiyari
� Almora (210 kms,
/ 9 hrs.) :
Morning transfer to Amora.
Arrive late afternoon. Some local sightseeing or relax at the
resort. Overnight at Almora
Day 09 �
Almora to Kathgodam
(90 kms.
/ 3 hrs.) :
Morning visit Binsar sanctuary and later transfer to
Kathgodam for onward journey. Drop at
Kathgodam.
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