PANORAMIC UTTRANCHAL WITH TIGER

10 Days
London – Delhi – Corbett – Ranikhet – Kausani –
Almora – Nainital – Delhi – London

DAY TO DAY ITINERARY

Day 01 – Depart London

Day 02 – Arrive Delhi – City Tour
Early this morning you arrive at Delhi. You are met and transferred to hotel. Later embark on a sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. The places you visit include the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate and the Qutab Minar Complex. Return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight stay.

Day 03 – Delhi / Corbett National Park – Jungle Safari
This morning you will drive to the Corbett National Park, one of the finest habitats of the Tiger in India. On arrival check into hotel/jungle lodge. In the afternoon embark on a jungle safari into the park to view wildlife. Overnight stay.

Note: The park remains closed from mid June to mid November for the monsoon.

Day 04 – Jungle Safari – Corbett / Ranikhet
In the morning embark on another jungle safari inside the park. Later, you will drive to Ranikhet, the "Queen’s Field", which was selected as a hill station for British troops. On arrival check into hotel/resort. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore the scenic surroundings of this popular resort from where one gets an awe-inspiring view of the majestic Himalayas. You have the option of visiting the 9-hole golf course at Upat, which is surrounded by pine trees. Overnight stay.

Day 05 – Ranikhet / Kausani
This morning drive to Kausani, nature’s own paradise nestling among dense pine forests and known for its breathtaking view of the Himalayan snow-capped peaks standing in a stately row of over 300kms. On arrival check into the hotel/resort. Rest of the day is at leisure to soak in the beauty of the surrounding area. Eulogised by poets and philosophers, it is an ideal place to spend a quiet holiday in the lap of nature and to just relax. One can still see the remains of a Tea Estate developed by the British. Don’t miss the sunset and sunrise views over the Himalayan peaks. Overnight stay.

Day 06 – Kausani / Bageshwar / Almora
This morning drive to Almora en route visiting first the Baijnath temple situated on the banks of River Gomti and then the pilgrim town of Bageshwar that lies at the confluence of the Gomti and Saryu rivers. Continue drive to Almora and check into hotel/resort. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore this charming mountain resort – its bazaars, wooden houses with beautifully carved facades, various Buddhist and Hindu temples, Churches and viewpoints. Overnight stay.

Day 07 – Almora / Lake Tour / Nainital
This morning drive to Nainital en route touring the lakes of Bhim Tal, Naukuchiya Tal (the 9-cornered lake) and Sat Tal, a beautiful spot having a cluster of lakelets amidst oak forests, which is often compared to the Westmoreland of England. Arrive in Nainital and check into hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 08 – In Nainital
Day is at leisure to explore this popular hill station of charming locales and elegant villas nestling in wooded slopes, situated around a lake. Activities to indulge in include boating and yachting on the Naini Lake, horse riding, cable-car ride, rock climbing and hiking. Visit the Naina Devi temple located on the bank of the lake and shop at the bazaars for local handicrafts. Overnight stay.

Day 09 – Nainital / Delhi – Outbound
This morning drive back to Delhi. On arrival you are transferred straight to the airport to board your midnight flight back home.

Day 10 – Arrive London