Hill Towns of Kumaon

17 days in India

Dates: May, June, September, October, November

Route Highlights: Delhi - Almora - Chitai Temple - Jageshwar - Ranikhet - Kausani - Baijinath Temple - Bageshwar - Chaukori - Patal Cave -Pithoragarh - Nainital - Bhimtal - Sattal - Nakuchiatal - Delhi 

This package focuses on the hill towns, hill stations and resorts of Kumaon with the best in temples. The hill stations Nainital, Kausani and Ranikhet have been well known escapes for the British during the colonial days and now attract the wealthy Indians from all over the country. Their charm is unquestionable. The temple sites of Kumaon are lesser known yet of great importance and in wonderful settings. Traditional Kumaon hill town bazaars such as Almora and Pithoragarh have evolved around lively market streets attracting villagers from afar for centuries. They abound in great ambiance and interesting architecture. Traveling around Kumaon will impress anyone that loves nature and high mountains. The flora of Kumaon is rich and varied, the villages lively and colorful. Make sure you bring your camera and plenty of film - you will not regret coming to Kumaon! Kumaon is the least known of the Indian Himalaya yet it is the most unspoilt. This tour takes you see the best of it!