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Kumaon Grand Circuit — Nainital to Kausani

Nainital, Almora, Kausani & Ranikhet, Uttarakhand 7D / 6N

Overview

Our most complete Kumaon itinerary — Nainital's lake, Almora's old bazaar and Kasar Devi views, Kausani's 300km Himalayan skyline, and Ranikhet's quiet pine forests, in one loop with the same vehicle throughout.

Highlights

Naini Lake boating
Kasar Devi Himalayan viewpoint
Kausani sunrise over Nanda Devi
Chaubatia Gardens, Ranikhet

Itinerary

Arrival in Nainital

Pick-up from Kathgodam, check-in, evening at Naini Lake and Mall Road.

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Nainital to Almora

Morning boating on Naini Lake, then drive to Almora via Kainchi Dham, evening at the old bazaar.

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Kasar Devi & Binsar

Morning at Kasar Devi Temple for Himalayan views, afternoon in Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Almora to Kausani

Short scenic drive to Kausani, afternoon free at the viewpoint tower, sunset from Anasakti Ashram.

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Kausani Sunrise & Ranikhet

Early Himalayan sunrise viewing, then drive to Ranikhet, evening at Chaubatia Gardens.

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Ranikhet Exploration

Visit Jhula Devi Temple and the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum, relaxed afternoon in the pine forest.

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Departure

Breakfast at leisure, drive back to Kathgodam railway station for onward journey.

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Includes / Excludes

Included

• 6 nights hotel stay across 4 towns
• Daily breakfast & dinner
• Private vehicle for the entire circuit
• Naini Lake boating
• Toll, parking & driver allowance

Not included

• Airfare / train fare to base city
• Personal expenses and tips
• Entry tickets not mentioned in inclusions
• Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions
• GST as applicable

Hotels & Transport

Hotel Naini Retreat (Nainital), Kumaon Heritage Stay (Almora), Hotel Uttarakhand (Kausani), Hotel Norton's (Ranikhet), or similar 3-star properties throughout

AC SUV, mountain-experienced driver for the full circuit

Pickup / Drop: Kathgodam Railway Station

Meals as per the day-wise itinerary above

Policy & Terms

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure. 50% refund for cancellations 3–6 days before departure. No refund within 48 hours of departure. Full details shared at booking.

Terms

• A 25% advance is required to confirm the booking.
• Itinerary sequence may change due to weather, road, or local conditions; inclusions stay the same.
• Hotel category subject to availability; a similar alternative will be offered if sold out.
• Vehicle usage is as per the itinerary only, not for local sightseeing beyond the plan.