GARHWAL AND KUMAON - UTTARAKHAND HILLS
TOURS ACROSS THE HIMALAYAN MOUNTAIN STATE TRAVERSING THROUGH
HARIDWAR, RISHIKESH, MUSSOORIE, AULI, BADRINATH, KAUSANI, RANIKHET, NAINITAL, CORBETT.
WITH DELUXE RESORTS, HOTELS, PRIVATE VEHICLE, SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS
 The tour itinerary takes a traveller across Uttarakhand Himalayas (earlier Uttaranchal) in North India. The legendary valleys and mountains of Garhwal , Kumaon abound with breathtaking natural beauty. From wildlife safaris in Corbett Tiger Reserve, skiing at Auli to boating and sailing in Nainital, from long walks in Mussoorie and Ranikhet and soft treks in Kausani to perhaps a spiritual enlightenment at the hill abodes of the Gods at Badrinath or down in the plains at Rishikesh or Haridwar.  
 Exotic Vacations In India
The tour itineraries detailed on this webpage take a traveller across Uttarakhand in North India (earlier known as Uttaranchal). The legendary valleys and mountains of Garhwal abound with breathtaking natural beauty.  From wildlife safaris in Corbett Tiger Reserve to rafting at Shivpuri, skiing at Auli to boating and sailing in Nainital, from long walks in Mussoorie and Ranikhet and soft treks in Kausani to perhaps a spiritual enlightenmnet at the hill abodes of the Gods at Badrinath or down in the plains at Rishikesh or Haridwar – the Uttarakhand Himalayas with its snow-clad vistas in the Kumaon and Garhwal region offer it all.

Discover the magic of Garhwal and Kumaon - ranging from snowclad Himalayan peaks, tranquil mountain lakes, deeply forested wildlife sanctuaries, emerald green alpine meadows, offbeat quaint hamlets.
  Discover the magic of Garhwal and Kumaon - ranging from snowclad Himalayan peaks, tranquil mountain lakes, deeply forested wildlife sanctuaries, emerald green alpine meadows, offbeat quaint hamlets, silver streams gurgling down mountain slopes, furious rivers hurtling down the valleys, sunrises a riot of ethereal images over the pristine Ganges, holy ancient temple towns giving you glimpses of the famed evening aartis, poojas, yoga and meditation and a taste of the British colonial legacy at some hill towns.
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The Caravan offers customised, tailor made holiday tour packages for couples, families, honeymooners and small groups.
Package Cost Includes:
Silver Package - Accommodation in deluxe resorts on twin sharing in well appointed rooms with ensuite bathrooms, breakfast, dinner, surface transport by exclusive, chauffeur driven vehicle, sightseeing, taxes.
 Gold Package Bonuses - Upgrades for the resort, room category and vehicle.
These tours can be tailor-made and customized according to your choice.
The itineraries and costs give you an idea of the possibilities.

|  Himalayan Odyssey   |    Kumaon Karnival  |    Offbeat Kumaon   |   Uttarakhand Utopia    |   Spiritual India   |   Uttarakhand Extravaganza   |
 
Har Ki Pauri on the banks of river Ganga in Haridwar. Uttarakhand Utopia
Duration: 10 Days and 9 Nights.                   
Itinerary: Delhi - Mussoorie (2 Nts) - Haridwar or Rishikesh (1 Nt) - Corbett (2 Nts) - Kausani or Ranikhet (2 Nts) - Nainital (2 Nts) - Delhi.
Tour Code: CUKU-11
(Stay in Delhi and extension tour to Agra from Delhi on request at additional cost.)		 A trek amidst the deodhar forest.
Day 01 Delhi – Mussoorie ( 280 kms /  6.5 hrs). Leave Delhi at  6 AM. Reach Mussoorie (6600 feet / 2000 meters asl) at 1 PM. After lunch, explore this hill-town, one of the nearest to Delhi.
Overnight at Mussoorie.
Mussoorie: Towering over the Doon valley is the Queen of Hill Stations, Mussoorie. Mountain mist, old architecture, the riot of flowers transport one to an era of romance from long, long ago. Commanding a wonderful view of extensive Himalayan snow ranges to the north-east, and glittering views of the Doon Valley and Haridwar to the south, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere. There are also some interesting walks around Mussoorie and other attractions here are the Ropeway ride to Gun Hill - the second largest peak here; Kempty Falls - a pretty waterfall located in a beautiful valley and surrounded by high mountains.
Day 02 Mussoorie. Today, take an excursion, 33 kms away, to Dhanaulti and the ancient mountain top shrine of Surkhanda Devi, climbing upto 9700 feet / 2940 meters. Enchanting view of conifer covered hill slopes, deep valleys and snow capped mountains leave an indelible impression on one's mind.
Overnight at Mussoorie.
Day 03 Mussoorie – Haridwar or Rishikesh (85-110 kms /  2-3 hrs). Leave Mussoorie after a leisurely breakfast to reach by lunch time, the holy twin towns of Haridwar or Rishikesh, back in the foothills, through which the holy Ganga river (Ganges) flows. Experience the feeling of spiritualism and all that India is known for - from the holy Ganges, evening arti and pooja by the banks of the Ganga river, plethora of temples to its sadhus, yoga, meditation ashrams.
Overnight at Haridwar or Rishikesh.
Day 04 Haridwar or Rishikesh - Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary ( 220 kms / 6.5 hours). Drive through rural towns, cultivated fields and bullock-cart India to reach the exciting Tiger Reserve named Corbett National Park after the famous hunter and conservationist, Jim Corbett (Carpet Sahib!). After settling into deluxe hotel, catch the afternoon jeep safari inside the Tiger Reserve for wildlife viewing.
 Overnight at Corbett.
 Corbett Tiger Reserve: India's first national park, cradled in the foothills of the Himalayas at 3300 feet asl, spreads over an area of 520 sq km. The magnificent Ramganga River flows through the entire length of the Park. Corbett has the highest density of tiger in India. Other carnivores include the leopard, elephant, bear, deer. Basking along the banks of the Ramganga are the slender snouted gharial and the marsh crocodile. There are watch towers, elephant safaris and jeep safaris for wildlife viewing.
Day 05 Corbett National Park. Take the morning safari inside the Wildlife Sanctuary for your tryst with the big cats. Elephants are also available for dense jungle safaris on a first come first serve basis. Those interested in angling can try hooking the mahseer fish for sport. Birding treks and horse safaris are also exciting options for the enthusiasts.
In the evening, swap tall tales with fellow guests around a bonfire.
 Overnight at Corbett.
Day 06 Corbett - Ranikhet or Kausani (95 - 135 kms / 2.5 - 4 hrs). Leave Corbett to reach your next destination in time for lunch. Drive through the spectacularly changing vistas, climbing up close to the snowcapped peaks.
After settling into the resort imbibe the essence of another natural jewel of Kumaon. Take a short hike to a local Kumaoni village for a taste of the local culture.
Overnight at Ranikhet or Kausani.

Day 07 Ranikhet or Kausani. Local sightseeing and excursions.  Overnight at Ranikhet or Kausani.
 Ranikhet: At 6000 feet / 1820 meters asl, it is a serene and peaceful hillstation foreshadowed by conifer forests and surrounded by snow clad Himalayan ranges from the Bhagirathi peaks in the west to Nanda Kot in the east. Ranikhet also offers golfing at the 9 hole Army Course besides being known for the orchards of Chaubatia and Jhoola Devi Temple.
Kausani: At a height of 6250 feet / 1890 meters asl, it offers a spectacular 300 kms wide view of the Himalayas and walks in the thickly wooded area. Offers interesting excursions to the 12th century Baijnath Temple by the Gomti River and to Patal Bhuvneshwar with its enchanting underground cave temples.

Day 08  Ranikhet or Kausani - Nainital ( 55 - 115 kms / 1.5 - 3.5 hrs). Leave after breakfast to reach Nainital – the beautiful lake district of Kumaon - by lunch time. After settling into deluxe hotel, visit the shimmering mountain lake for boating or sailing and the bustling mall for local action. Nainital is at 6400 feet / 1940 meters asl.
 Overnight at Nainital.
 (One can also choose to stay at Almora-Binsar instead of either Nainital / Ranikhet / Kausani. From here, excursions to Binsar Sanctuary, Chittai (Golu Devta) and Kasar Devi Temple and the ancient Shiva temple town of Jageshwar can be undertaken.)
Day 09 Nainital. Discover this quaint hill town. Excursions on foot or horses within Nainital to Snow View (7500 feet asl) or Dorothy’s Seat, Tiffin Top or near Nainital to Kilbury, Naukuchiatal, Sattal, Khurpatal, Bhimtal. Overnight at Nainital.

Day 10 Nainital – Delhi ( 326 kms / 6.5 hrs). Depart from Nainital after lunch. Reach Delhi in the evening.  
Tour ends...but the memories remain !
Package Category Cost For 2 Persons
in 1 Room		 Remarks
Bronze Rs.57,000/- Bronze Package: Against the Silver Package this has lower category hotels and rooms.
Platinum Package: Higher than the Gold Package with a choice of luxury suites and / or super deluxe resorts. Price on request.
Silver Rs.75,000/-
Gold Rs.99,000/-
Note: >> You can also give us your budget and we can customise the tour package to match the same.
>> Stay in Delhi and extension tour to Agra (Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri) from Delhi on request at additional cost.
>> The above prices are valid upto 31st March, 2009 and are in INR (Indian Rupees). For a price quote in your currency, please ask us.
Package Cost Includes:
Silver Package - Accommodation in deluxe resorts on twin sharing in well appointed rooms with ensuite bathrooms; Meals: Breakfast, dinner; surface transport by exclusive, chauffeur driven vehicle, local sightseeing, taxes.
Gold Package Bonuses - Upgrades are provided for the resort, room category and vehicle.
Package Bonuses: Surprise Freebies and Discounts for Resort Facilities, Flexibility of planning your own itinerary for local sightseeing.                               
The above costs are in INR and are extendable on pro-rata.   For details on our fleet of vehicles click here.

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LASTING IMPRESSIONS !

Hi, At the outset, let me congratulate you for your excellent organization to fix nice luxurious resorts / camps at reasonable rates and also for your prompt and courteous service. Really we appreciate your quickness in replying our queries with a lot of useful information. We fully enjoyed our stay both at Haridwar & 5 Elements.   
Haveli Hari Ganga at Haridwar: Wading through galis, we reached the Haveli. We were simply amazed to see an old edifice converted to a posh staying place, retaining ethnic charm on the bank of Ganges. Lovely balcony -  enthralling sight of fast flowing Ganges from there. Private bathing ghat is an added attraction. Service is good. Regards.  R. Prakash
 
Uttarakhand Extravaganza
 Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nts.                 
Itinerary: Delhi - Mussoorie (2 Nts) - Rudraprayag (1 nt) - Auli (3 Nts) - Kausani (2 Nts) - Nainital (2 Nts) - Corbett (3 Nts) - Delhi.
 Tour Code: CUKE-014
(Stay in Delhi and extension tour to Agra from Delhi on request at additional cost.)
 		 Auli in Garhwal, Uttrakhand, India.
Day 01 Delhi – Mussoorie ( 280 kms /  6.5 hrs). Leave Delhi at  6 AM. Reach Mussoorie (6600 feet / 2000 meters asl) at 1 PM. After lunch, explore this hill-town, one of the nearest to Delhi.
Overnight at Mussoorie.
Mussoorie: Towering over the Doon valley is the Queen of Hill Stations, Mussoorie. Mountain mist, old architecture, the riot of flowers transport one to an era of romance from long, long ago. Commanding a wonderful view of extensive Himalayan snow ranges to the north-east, and glittering views of the Doon Valley and Haridwar to the south, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere. There are also some interesting walks around Mussoorie and other attractions here are the Ropeway ride to Gun Hill - the second largest peak here; Kempty Falls - a pretty waterfall located in a beautiful valley and surrounded by high mountains.

Day 02 Mussoorie. Today, take an excursion, 33 kms away, to Dhanaulti and the ancient mountain top shrine of Surkhanda Devi, climbing upto 9700 feet / 2940 meters. Enchanting view of conifer covered hill slopes, deep valleys and snow capped mountains leave an indelible impression on one's mind.
Overnight at Mussoorie.

Day 03 Mussoorie - Rudraprayag (198 kms / 6 hours). Leaving Mussoorie, you cruise along hill roads at times driving along the Ganges and Alaknanda river, meeting holy confluences at Deoprayag and Rudraprayag. At Rudraprayag, at 610 meters / 2013 feet, the river Mandakini, which is the most important river coming down from the slopes of Kedarnath peak, joins the Alaknanda (the Alaknanda originates at a height of 3641 metres below Balakun peak 16 kms. upstream from Badrinath).    Overnight at Rudraprayag.

Day 04 Rudraprayag - Auli (143 kms / 5-6 hrs). You climb upto about 2700 m / 9000 feet, driving through spectacular mountain roads, the Alaknanda river hurtling across in the valleys and gorges down below, mesmerized by the beautiful views of terraced fields, small hamlets, forests and Himalayan peaks in the distance.
Overnight at Auli.
Auli: 16 Kms ahead of Joshimath, Auli surroundeded by oak and deodar forests offers a panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like the Nanda Devi (7817m), Kamet (7756m), Mana Parvat (7273m) and Dunagiri (7066m). The holy Badrinath temple is 60 kms from here. Auli is a paradise in winters for skiing and sledding enthusiasts.

Day 05 Auli. In summers, when the snow gives way to carpets of grass and flowers, hikers and trekkers will find numerous marked walks and mountain bike trails. A short trek takes you to Gorson (Bugiyal) Reserve Forest (part of the Nanda Devi National Park)  where you can revel in the magnificent sunrise and views. A short walk in the dense alpine forest takes you to Chhatrakund, a frozen lake. You can soothe your tired muscles after a trek to Tapovan by bathing in the hot springs there.
 Overnight at Auli.
Day 06  Auli.  Wake up early for your day trip to Badrinath. The Badrinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Creator-Preserver-Destroyer). Though only 60 kms away, it might take as much as 3 hours one way.  Overnight at Auli.
Day 07 Auli - Kausani 203 kms 6-7 hrs. Leave Auli after breakfast and drive through Garhwal into Kumaon.
Your romance with the Himalayas continues. On a clear day, some of the better known Himalayan peaks you might be lucky to be able to see are Nanda Devi (goddess of bliss), Trishu (trident of Lord Shiva),  Nanda Ghunti, (veil of goddess Nanda Devi), Swargarohini (ascent to heaven), Neelkanth (blue throated Shiva). These rise from 20,000 feet to 26,000 feet asl. (6000 - 7900 meters). Relax at your hotel to shed the road weariness.
Overnight at Kausani.
Day 08 Kausani. Excursions and sightseeing.
 Kausani: At a height of 6250 feet / 1890 meters asl, it offers interesting excursions to the 12th century Baijnath Temple by the Gomti River and to Patal Bhuvneshwar with its enchanting underground cave temples.
 Overnight at Kausani.
Day 09 Kausani - Nainital. (115 kms / 3.5 hrs). Climb down to the beautiful lake town of Nainital. It is an experience to be boating or sailing in the tranquil waters of a lake cradled by mountains.
 Overnight at Nainital.
Day 10 Nainital. Discover this quaint hill town. Excursions on foot or horses within Nainital to Snow View (7500 feet asl) or Dorothy’s Seat, Tiffin Top or near Nainital to Kilbury, Naukuchiatal, Sattal, Khurpatal, Bhimtal.
Overnight at Nainital.
Day 11 Nainital - Corbett National Park.  (100 kms / 3 hours). Leave after breakfast to reach by lunch time the exciting Tiger Reserve named Corbett National Park after the famous hunter and conservationist, Jim Corbett (Carpet Sahib!). After settling into deluxe hotel, catch the afternoon jeep safari inside the Tiger Reserve for wildlife viewing.
 Overnight at Corbett.
 Corbett Tiger Reserve: India's first national park, cradled in the foothills of the Himalayas at 3300 feet asl, spreads over an area of 520 sq km. The magnificent Ramganga River flows through the entire length of the Park. Corbett has the highest density of tiger in India. Other carnivores include the leopard, elephant, bear, deer. Basking along the banks of the Ramganga are the slender snouted gharial and the marsh crocodile. There are watch towers, elephant safaris and jeep safaris for wildlife viewing.
Day 12 Corbett Tiger Reserve. Take the morning safari inside the Wildlife Sanctuary for your tryst with the big cats. Elephants are also available for dense jungle safaris on a first come first serve basis.
In the evening, swap tall tales with fellow guests around a bonfire.
 Overnight at Corbett.
Day 13. Corbett National Park. Those interested in angling can try hooking the mahseer fish for sport. Birding treks and horse safaris are also exciting options for the enthusiasts.
 Overnight at Corbett.
Day 14 Corbett - Delhi.  (265 kms / 6.5 hrs).  Depart from Corbett after lunch. Reach Delhi in the evening. 
Tour ends...but the memories remain !
Package Category Cost For 2 Persons
in 1 Room		 Remarks
Silver Rs.1,05,000/- Platinum Package: Higher than the Gold Package with a choice of luxury suites and / or super deluxe resorts. Price on request.
Jeep, Elephant, Horse Safaris, Angling, Birding: At extra cost.
Gold Rs.1,40,000/-
Note: >> You can also give us your budget and itinerary and we can customise the tour package to match the same.
>> Stay in Delhi and extension tour to Agra (Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri) from Delhi on request at additional cost.
Package Cost Includes:
Silver Package - Accommodation in deluxe resorts on twin sharing in well appointed rooms with attached bathrooms; Meals: breakfast, dinner; surface transport by exclusive, chauffeur driven vehicle, local sightseeing, taxes.
Gold Package Bonuses - Upgrades are provided for the resort, room category and vehicle.
Package Bonuses: Surprise Freebies and Discounts for Resort Facilities, Flexibility of planning your own itinerary for local sightseeing.                               
The above costs are in INR and are extendable on pro-rata.   

Testimonials from our customers      E-Mail: thecaravan@airtelmail.in , info@caravantraveltalk.com ,  Contact Us for Booking
LASTING IMPRESSIONS !

We loved the Himalayas, it was so peaceful and pretty and driving around there was lovely. We rode ponies up to the temple, Lucas and Steve walked heroically, and we went on a little walk through the forest!
 Corbett Riverside Resort was delightful - the most fantastic grounds and setting, particularly with the geese wandering around and the buffalo wandering in from the river. The restaurant was really nice and the staff were lovely. We went horse riding twice and the second time we cantered back through the river and then the hotel grounds which was great fun. We managed to be first in the park and have an elephant safari.
So, a great trip. Thank you both very much for organising it, we know what a lot of work it was! And thank you for meeting us at the airport, it was really nice! Everything went very smoothly, all the hotels were lovely, Bhoop was a fantastic driver and we liked him very much. The first half was the best half, I loved the mountains and we all loved all the activities, plus people were so helpful, kind and friendly. We are hoping to come back when we can, until then, thanks again. It really was a wonderful trip. 
Very best wishes,  Ros (and Steve, Lucas and Isabelle), U.K.

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Himalayan Odyssey Kumaon Karnival Offbeat Kumaon Uttarakhand Utopia Spiritual India Uttarakhand Extravaganza

The above vacation tours for couples, honeymooners, families or small groups take you across the Himalayan mountain state of Uttarakhand (earlier known as Uttaranchal) traversing through Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Auli, Badrinath, Kausani, Ranikhet, Nainital, Corbett.
For a comfortable holiday package tour, the perfectly planned itinerary with a well maintained deluxe vehicle and a courteous driver to take you around (or the choice of doing it in your own car) and accommodation in luxury or deluxe resorts pre-arranged, leave it to professionals like us who have traversed the Himalayas in North India. Who have enjoyed the fantasy and joy of the mountains in Uttarakhand. Who would design a holiday package which would be relaxed and take you thru' the destinations and the local sightseeing circuit of Kumaon and Garhwal at a leisurely pace.

For your vacation, we can also stitch together a tailormade itinerary and customize a tour if you let us know:
(i) Number of days ex-Delhi.
(ii) Destinations interested in visiting.
(iii) Expected highlights of the vacation.
(iv) Target cost and number of travelers.
  Uttarakhand was earlier known as Uttaranchal    Go Top  

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TOURS IN UTTARAKHAND: Corbett Tiger Reserve and Kumaon and Garhwal Himalayas.
 (Covering Nainital, Bhimtal, Sattal, Ranikhet, Mukteshwar, Almora, Binsar, Kausani, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Auli, Badrinath).
 TOURS IN HIMACHAL PRADESH: Shimla, Manali, Rohtang, Dalhousie, Dharamsala.
(And also covering Chail, NALDEHRA, Narkanda, ROHRU, PABBAR VALLEY, Solang Valley, Mcleodganj, Khajjiar).
 TOURS, SAFARIS AND TREKS IN LADAkH: iN Leh, Khardungla, Nubra Valley, CHANGLA, Pangong, Tso Moriri, TSO KAR, ALCHI, ULLEYTOKPO, DHA HANU, DROKPA VALLEY, LAMAYURU, KARGIL, INDUS / ZANSKAR RIVERS SANGAM, SHAM VALLEY TREK, MARKHA VALLEY TREK, STOK KANGRI EXPEDITION, MANALI-SARCHU-LEH ROAD TRIP.
 TOURS IN KASHMIR: SRINAGAR, GULMARG, PAHALGAM, SONAMARG, AMARNATH DARSHAN BY HELICOPTER, HOUSEBOAT STAYS, SHIKARA RIDES.
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The tour itinerary takes a traveller across Uttarakhand Himalayas (earlier Uttaranchal) in North India. The legendary valleys and mountains of Garhwal , Kumaon abound with breathtaking natural beauty. From wildlife safaris in Corbett Tiger Reserve, skiing at Auli to boating and sailing in Nainital, from long walks in Mussoorie and Ranikhet and soft treks in Kausani to perhaps a spiritual enlightenment at the hill abodes of the Gods at Badrinath or down in the plains at Rishikesh or Haridwar.
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