Scenic Nainital with Surreal Binsar (03 Night / 04 Days)
Overview
Nainital and Binsar are gems of Uttarakhand on the foothills of the Kumaon ranges in the Himalayas. Most of Nainital is located around the Lake Naini after which it also gets its name. Binsar is a trekker’s paradise with majestic views of the snowy Himalayan peaks. This tour explores the scenic charm of Nainital and Binsar with visits to temples, viewpoints, serene lakes and a wildlife sanctuary.
Take a trip to Scenic Nainital and Surreal Binsar.
Tour Highlights
Nainital
- Visit Lake Naini with panoramic views of the seven hills surrounding Nainital, Mall Road with endless varieties of shops and food stalls that has featured in many Bollywood films
- Visit Naina Devi Temple, one of the 64 Shaktipeeth’s of India, Bhimtal Lake, the largest lake in the Kumaon region, Nainital Ropeway Cable Car to Snow view-point to get a bird’s eye view of Nainital, Tibetan market for local products
Binsar
- Visit Bineshwar Mahadev Temple, a 16th century AD temple
- Visit Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, home to many species of Himalayan birds, visit Zero Point, the highest vantage point to view the Himalayan peaks
Tour Map
Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival Nainital. Boat-ride on Naini Lake, Mall Road browsing
Arrive in Nainital, one of the most popular hill stations in North India, meet and greet assistance, transfer and check-in to hotel, welcome drink and relax. Later in the evening, visit the most-famous spot in Nainital, Lake Naini for a Boat Ride that offers panoramic views of the seven hills surrounding Nainital. Next, explore the vibrant Mall Road endless varieties of shops and food stalls especially famous for hand-made items. It was constructed by the British and connects Nainital from one side to the other. This road has featured in many Bollywood films like ‘Kati Patang’ and more recently ‘Koi Mil Gaya’.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at Nainital.
DAY 2
Naina Devi Temple, Bhimtal Lake, ropeway Cable Car ride to Snow-view point, Tibetan Market
After breakfast begin the day with a visit to Naina Devi Temple, believed to be one of the 64 Shaktipeeth’s of India that protects and governs the Naini Lake. Nainital is said to have derived its name from Goddess Naini.
Next, drive past the beautiful Bhimtal Lake, the largest lake in the Kumaon region named after the legendary ‘Bhima’ of Mahabharta. Its mythological significance is when Bhima visited the place during the banishment (vanvas) period of the Pandavas.
In the evening, take a ride on the aerial Nainital Ropeway Cable Car to Snow view-point to get a bird’s eye view of Nainital Hill Station and unobstructed wide views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
Next, visit the local Tibetan market known for local products and homemade eatables like aromatic jams, fruit squashes and fresh seasonal fruits.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at Nainital.
DAY 3
Departure Nainital, visit Kainchi Dham Ashram. Arrive Almora, Nanda Devi temple
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Binsar, one of the most scenic spots in the Kumaon Himalayas with majestic views of the snowy Himalayan peaks and a trekker’s paradise.
Visit Bineshwar Mahadev Temple, a 16th century AD temple of Lord Shiva after which Binsar gets its name.
Check-in to hotel.
Overnight at Binsar
DAY 4
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Zero Point. Departure Binsar
After breakfast, proceed for trekking, jungle walks and safaris at the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, home to many species of Himalayan birds, flora and fauna. It will be good to spend a few hours amidst the natural chirping of birds in their natural habitat and exploring nature at its best. Also visit Zero Point, the highest vantage point of the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, from where one can see a 360-degree view of the Himalayan peaks of Kedarnath, Shivling, Trishul and the group of Nanda Devi peaks.
Check-out from hotel for onward journey or return home with pleasant memories of your trip.
Information
Inclusions
- 2-night accommodation in well-sanitized rooms at hotels mentioned in the itinerary or equivalent with breakfast in Nainital.
- 1-night accommodation in well-sanitized rooms at hotels mentioned in the itinerary or equivalent with breakfast in Binsar.
- Sanitized AC Sedan or vehicle of your choice with experienced Driver.
- Sightseeing and excursion
Nainital
- Boat ride at Lake Naini, visit Mall Road
- Visit Naina Devi Temple, Bhimtal Lake, Nainital Ropeway Cable Car, Tibetan market
Binsar
- Visit Bineshwar Mahadev Temple
- Visit Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Zero Point
Exclusions
- Any other services or meals which are not mentioned in the above “Inclusions” section.
- All personal expenses nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, room service, additional bottled water and additional service orders.
- Airfares and train ticket charges.
- Medical Insurance.
- Any extra expense such as route change, date change, accommodation facilities, private transportation costs that maybe incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour.
- Any extra cost due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘tour price includes’ section.
- 5% GST will be applicable on all charges.
Tour Tips
Documents – International tourists must carry Passports with valid visas, NRIs must carry passports and valid OCI/PIO cards, Indian nationals must carry ID proofs (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence)
Travel Accessories – Camera, power banks, travel adapters, flashlight, portable speakers, binoculars, locks for luggage, luggage tags, language guide, travel pillow, sleeping masks, ear plugs, travel diaries, sun glasses/ sun shades/ caps, sunscreen/body lotion, Vicks
Clothing – Comfortable clothes for yoga, meditation, socks, umbrella, raincoat, walking/trekking shoes/floaters/flip-flops, light cotton wear, light jacket (windcheater/fleece), warm woollens/thermal wear (for cold months)/shawl, gloves
Health & Medicine – First Aid, hand sanitisers, hand wipes, personal medicine with doctor’s prescription (mandatory), doctor’s reports on any ailment/condition, reusable water bottle/energy drinks
Guidelines –
Nainital
Nearest Airport Pant Nagar Airport (PGH)
Nearest Railway Station Kathgodam Station (KGM)
Binsar
Nearest Airport Pant Nagar Airport (PGH)
Nearest Railway Station Kathgodam Station (KGM)
Please adhere to government guidelines and health advisory on COVID-19
Date & Price
Payment & Cancellation
- Booking Amount (non-refundable) – 10% of the total tour cost
- 30 days – 15 days prior to departure – 50% of the total tour cost
- 14 days prior to departure – 100% of the total tour cost
*During peak seasons (X-Mas, New Year and special events) full payment is required to be made at the time of booking itself
Any TWO promotional offers cannot be clubbed together
Kindly note that the Child Policy is applicable for children aged between 2 – 11 years only. Children above 11 years of age will be considered as full adults. Infant Policy is applicable for infants less than 2 years of age.
Mode of Payment:
All clients can make payment using any of the following methods:
- Credit Card Payment (American Express / Visa / Master Card / Discover / Diners Club)
- Debit Card Payment (by Master / Visa / Maestro)
- Direct payment/transfer into Company’s Bank account
- UPI transfer by GooglePay, PayTM, PayPal, AmazonPay, PhonePe
Note:
- Bank charges, if any, for remittance (by remitting bank or by intermediary bank) will be borne by the traveller
Cancellation Policy
Initial booking amount is non-refundable.
- 30 days prior to departure – Initial booking amount
- 29 days – 15 days prior to departure – 50% of the total tour cost
- 14 days prior to departure – 100% of the total tour cost
Note: –
- After commencement of tour- cancellation charges as per Cancellation Policy
- This consolidated Cancellation Policy of the tour package has been drafted taking into account the various service providers and hoteliers. It may be noted that the consolidated Cancellation Policy is for the tour package which is independent of the individual cancellation policies of the hotels, transportation, sightseeing and attractions.
*For any ancillary or additional services, payment and cancellation policy of the additional service will be applicable independent of the holiday package.
**Please note that booking for peak seasons (X-Mas, New Year and special events) where full payment has been made at the time of booking is non-refundable.