Kumaon Hills Tour — Nainital, Almora & Ranikhet
Tour Overview
Over 5 nights and 6 days, this itinerary takes you through Nainital · Almora · Kausani · Ranikhet at a comfortable, private pace. Along the way there's real room for Bright End Corner viewpoint. Every itinerary here is a starting point — tell us your travel dates, group size and pace, and we'll tailor the plan, hotel category and route to suit you.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival in Nainital
Nainital welcomes you on arrival. Our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel to check in and settle before you head out to explore. Built around the eye-shaped Naini Lake, Nainital is the best-known hill station of Uttarakhand's Kumaon region, with a cable car climbing to Snow View Point for Himalayan panoramas. Don't miss Snow View Point ropeway.
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Day 2 — Nainital
Another day around Nainital, with time for the Mall Road.
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Day 3 — Nainital to Almora
After breakfast, drive on to Almora. On arrival, check in and take some time to settle in before the day's sightseeing. Set along a horseshoe ridge in the Kumaon hills, Almora keeps its old-town bazaars and temple courtyards, with wide Himalayan views from its surrounding viewpoints. Don't miss the old bazaar.
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Day 4 — Almora
There's more of Almora to see today: Kasar Devi temple.
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Day 5 — Almora to Kausani
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Kausani, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. Kausani is best known for one of the widest unobstructed panoramas of the central Himalaya in Kumaon, a view that reportedly moved Mahatma Gandhi to spend time writing here. Don't miss tea gardens around the town.
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Day 6 — Ranikhet · Departure
This is the final day of your trip. After breakfast, transfer on to Ranikhet for your onward departure.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Airport/station pick-up and drop by private air-conditioned vehicle
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary, by private AC vehicle
- English-speaking driver-cum-guide where applicable
- Fuel, toll, parking and driver allowance
- Unlimited bottled water in the vehicle
- All currently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Airfare / train fare to and from the starting point of the tour
- Any expenses arising from flight delay, cancellation, strike or natural calamity
- Personal expenses — telephone, laundry, drinks, tipping and similar
- Monument entry fees and camera fees unless specifically listed under Inclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- A well-paced, comfortable itinerary — not a race between stops
- Fully customizable to your dates, budget and interests
- Suitable for families, couples and groups
- Local, English-speaking support throughout your trip
FAQs
How many days is the Kumaon Hills Tour — Nainital, Almora & Ranikhet?
This itinerary runs 05 Nights / 06 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.