ENCHANTING KUMAON
Delhi – Chalnichina – Thikalna – Ganghet – Chalnichina – Binsar – Delhi
A 11 DAY TOUR enquire nowTOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Cycle rickshaw ride in the maze of streets in Old Delhi
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Delhi
- Authentic village walks in the Himalayan villages of the Kumaon
- Stay in the most amazing village houses with warm and welcoming hosts and discover the local farming methods
- Discover the wonderful Jageshwar and Chitai temples
- Day walk in the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary with its rich variety of birdlife and stunning mountain vistas
- Yoga session in the lap of Himalayan tranquillity
Immerse yourself in the authentic village life of the Himalayas on this enchanting and immersive village walk. Experience the warm hospitality of the Kumaoni people of Uttarakhand as you walk from village to village, hiking through the terraced farmlands, and spending the evenings as guests of local villagers, in their beautifully renovated, yet simple homes. Enjoy picnic lunches with views of the snow-capped high Himalayan in the distance and witness mountain life first hand. Enjoy a stay in the heart of Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, famed for its rich birdlife and stunning views of the Nanda Devi Range.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day |
Activity |
City |
Accommodation type |
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1 |
On arrival at Delhi’s airport you will be met and driven to your hotel for check-in |
Delhi |
Luxury / Boutique / Heritage |
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2 |
Tour of New Delhi a the city which is built on multiple layers of history. |
Delhi |
Luxury / Boutique / Heritage |
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3 |
Transfer to the New Delhi railway station for train to Kathgodam; Arrive Kathgodam and transfer to Chalnichina for a stay at Itmenaan Estate a 10 acre resort surrounded by panoramic views of the Himalayas. |
Chalnichina |
Itmenaan Estate |
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4 |
Take a walk in the surrounding villages, interact with the locals, experience the way they live and discover their farming methods |
Chalnichina |
Itmenaan Estate |
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5 |
This morning drive to Almora en route visit the wonderful Chitai temple. From Alomra walk 2 hours to your first village house at Thikalna. |
Thikalna |
Kumaon Village House |
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6 |
Walk to the next village en-route relish stop off to see the Jageshwar temples some of which date back to the 8th Century. Enjoy a picnic lunch and visit a village school |
Ganghet |
Kumaon Village House |
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7 |
After breakfast, you will walk downhill en-route visiting a very sacred temple of the people in the region and an excellent opportunity to interact with the locals; An up hill trek brings you back to Itmenaan Estate. |
Chalnichina |
Itmenaan Estate |
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8 |
Drive to Binsar Wildlife Reserve whereyou will stay at at Mary Budden Estate which is another jewel of the region named after its last inhabitant in the 19th century. One of only five privately owned estates in the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Relax and unwind in this beautiful spot. |
Chalnichina- |
Mary Budden Estate |
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9 |
Wake early for sunrise over the Nanda Devi range. Day is free for a post sunrise yoga session, a day walk in the sanctuary,before returning for high tea. |
Binsar |
Mary Budden Estate |
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10 |
Transfer by road to Kathgodam station where you’ll board your train back to Delhi. Arrival transfer at New Delhi railway station to hotel |
Delhi |
Luxury / Boutique / Heritage |
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11 |
Departure to onward destination |
Onward travel |
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