INDIAN MOUNTAINS TOUR (BEST OF UTTRANCHAL )
 The region lies in the Central Himalayan zone of the Hindukush Himalayan Range and extending from the Gangetic Plain, it rises to around 2,500 meters. Despite the limited availability of arable land in the region, agriculture is the main occupation as majority of the population (78.30%) is in the rural areas.
The society is primarily a traditional Hindu society with a distinct ‘pahari’culture. The area’s agro-pastoral economy is still pre-dominantly subsistence based with about 50% of rural households, including the rural elite, having high dependence on village commons and forest lands. High male out-migration in search of employment makes the women left behind effective managers of the rural household economy.
Forests in region are a source of livelihood for rural residents and provide resources such as fodder, fuelwood, green manure, and construction timber.
Day 01: Arrive Delhi, air
Arrive Delhi by International flight. Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Delhi - The capital of the vast, mystic subcontinent “ India”. A fine blend of old –n-new, ancient and modern Era. History of Delhi goes back to the days of Mahabharata, when it was known as the Indraprastha. It is surprising, indeed, that since that era this city has remained the capital of the country.
Magnificent forts and edifices of the Mughal and the pre-Mughal era and the huge architectures of the Raj era have become the pride of Delhi. The cosmopolitan nature of the city has only added to the beauty and glory of it. Big gardens, wide roads, ancient structures, and power of politics is what Delhi is all about.
 Day 02 : Delhi – Haridwar
Morning drive for Haridwar and on arrival check – in at your hotel.
Haridwar is the most sacred spiritual place in India. It has earned it's sobriquet of honor as 'The Gateway to The Gods'.
Haridwar is not only famous as holy place but also for it's ever-refreshing mystic venue which purifies our mind, body and soul in real manner. Haridwar as being one of the oldest living cities of India, finds it's mention in the ancient Hindu scriptures such a "Holy Veda's". Haridwar has not only remained the abode of the weary in body, mind and spirit but also served as a center of attraction for many peoples for learning the art, science and culture.
On arrival in Haridwar, check-in at your hotel.
The main activity in Haridwar is at the Har-Ki-Pairi bathing ghat, where the god Vishnu dropped some heavenly nectar and left his footprint, which makes it very holy to Hindus.
Har-Ki-Pauri - The main temptations of the city are the activity along the river Ganga and on the bathing ghats.
Also visit Bharat Mata Temple . Evening witness the Ganga Aarti at Har-ki –Pauri at dusk. Priests led the ceremony on the river’s edge with blazing aarti lamps. The most amazing sight was the flotilla of offerings, banana leaf ‘boats’ filled with flowers and lit candles, flying by on the strong current, the candle light reflecting in the water, occasionally getting tumbled and snuffed out by patches of white water.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 03: Haridwar – Auli (290 kms)
Morning proceed for Auli “Masterpiece carved out in Heaven”
The meadows of Auli attract the pilgrim tourists visiting Joshimath to take break & enjoy breathtaking views of the adventure Himalayan ranges. In winters Auli offers all facilities of modern Ski Resort.
Reach Joshimath Enjoy the Asia"s highest and longest Ropeway connecting Joshimath-Auli 4Km/22 minutes. Overnight stay at Resort.
Day 2: Auli
Morning visit places of interest. Overnight at your hotel.
 Day 3: Auli - Kausani (194 kms)
Morning leave for Kausani described as 'Mini-Switzerland of India' by Mahatama Gandhi.
View Sunset over the Largest 350 Km of Himalayan ranges. Overnight stay at resort
Day 4: Kausani – Ranikhet (66 kms)
Morning drive for Ranikhet and on arrival check-in at your hotel.
Ranikhet - the midst of dense pine forests in the Kumaon Hills of Uttaranchal is the sylvan cantonment town of Ranikhet. Set at a height of 1,829 meters, Ranikhet has an old world charm with graceful churches and sprawling colonial bungalows fronted by flower-bedecked gardens.
Do some nature walks or Relax at the resort. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Ranikhet – Nainital (64 kms)
Morning leave for Nainital -The World famous Lake City.
 The hill station of Nainital stands at an altitude of 1,938 metres and nestles in the Central Himalayas of the Kumaon region. The pleasant climate, the lush greenery and the tranquil ambience add to the panorama of this hill resort.
Enjoy cable car ride to Tiffin Top & Boating in Naini Lake (Optional). Do shopping at Tibetan market/Bhutia Baazar at Flats and at Mall Road.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 6: Nainital
Morning leave for The Lake Tour. Visit Bhimtal & Naukuchiyatal (lake with Nine Corners) & Sattal (7 lakes). Visit Hanuman Mandir and Observatory.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 7: Nainital – Corbett (66 kms)
Morning leave for world Famous Tiger Reserve-Corbett National Park
The park is one premier wildlife reserves in the Indian sub continent. Popularity of Corbett National Park has been far reaching and one reason is the extensive work done by the famous conservationist and writer Jim Corbett. Corbett National Park was established in 1936. This popular reserve has the distinction of being the first to be awarded the status and the title of national park. In 1973 with the help and support from World Wildlife Fund the park was the first to come under the Project Tiger and hence the protective lands for the elegant big cats was secured. famous for Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, Spotted Dear, Porcupine, etc.
Evening enjoy Jungle Jeep safari right inside the Heart of Reserve Forest Core Zones and have a view of flora and fauna and If You are Lucky, then the great Tiger
Overnight stay at the Resort.
Day 8: Corbett – Delhi (260 kms/7 hrs)
Morning drive for Delhi enroute visiting countryside and on arrival straight drop at the International airport in time to board the flight for home-town.
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