Of the hill towns in the State of Uttaranchal, Nainital occupies a unique place. Known for its salubrious climate and scenic beauty, the town is a popular health resort and attracts tourists around the year. The town is rich in scenic setting, service infrastructure and landscape perspectives where people from other parts of the country and even outside go for stay and excursions around the year.
Places to Visit :
Naina Peak: The most popular picnic spot in Kumaon, it commands a bird's eye view of Naini Tal and the sparkling snow laden Himalayas can be seen in their towering glory from this beautiful spot. It is 5.5 kms from the town and one of the most beautiful treks. The soft cool air, the shade of the tall trees, the songs of the birds, the quaint summerhouse welcomes you.
Dorothy Seat: Also known, as "Tiffin Top" is a memorial to MRs.Dorothy Kellet built by her husband. It commands an excellent view of the Himalayas as well as the neighboring countryside. It is 4.3 kms from the town. One can trek or negotiate on horseback.
Snow View: It affords, as the name suggests an undesirably beautiful and breath taking picture of the glittering snows. It is the most easily accessible hill top, 2.42 kms from the town. One can trek or go on horse back or by cable car.
Land's End: One does not have to climb much, about 4 km and as the name suggests, one feels on reaching the area that the end of the land has really come. Needless to say, the view of the neighboring hills and valley and the Khurpatal lake is exquisite from here.
St. John-In-The Wilderness: This is one of the earliest buildings as well as churches erected in Nainital. It is very close to the Uttaranchal High Court. The site was chosen very early in the year 1844 and was first opened on April 2, 1848. It is a beautiful church with a marvelous interior and stained glasses on the windows.
Raj Bhawan: The foundation stone of the Nainital government house, modelled after Buckingham palace was laid on April 27, 1897 and the building was completed in March 1900. The architecture of Raj Bhawan has been professionally described as “the early domestic Gothic style”. The house stands upon a plateau, and the combined effect of its environs, the vividly green lawn, gray stone steps and well grown old deodar trees is dignified, peaceful and strongly reminiscent of the English countryside.
Kilbury: 11 kms from the town, Kilbury is sanctum sanctorum of bio-diversity and an ideal place for bird watchers and nature lovers for a quiet and peaceful holiday.
Activities
Khurpatal: Khurpatal makes one of the best lake sites of Nainital situated 10 km from the town. One can also trek and it is about 5 km by a bridle path. It is a small hamlet endowed with a beautiful lake and its crystal clear waters are a paradise of perfection for the anglers and swimmeRs.
Bhimtal: The pride of Bhim Tal is the emerald lake which offers magnificent vistas for the tourists. The water is cool and swimming and boating is a rare pleasure in this beautiful lake.
Naukuchiyal Tal: 25.27 km from Nainital, this a pretty lake with its nine corners is a captivating site. It is a paradise for anglers and swimmers, a haven both for indigenous and migratory birds as well as for moths, butterflies and beetles. The sightseer drinks long at the lake's enchanting beauty, the poet finds avenues of inspiration and the painter thrills at the tempting prospects of his canvas.
Sattal: Unique and Unforgettable, one is apt to run short of superlatives to describe this unsurpassed beauty of lakes named after the epic protagonists Lord Ram, Goddess Sita and Laxman. It has to be seen to believe. These picturesque lakes are a paradise for migratory birds, a haven for anglers and swimmers, it is a divine joy to bask on the shores of the lakes with their pristine beauty.
Horse Riding: Any visitor coming to Nainital cannot miss the joy of riding a horse on the Mall. Not only at the Mall but to reach the Snow view point, Tiffin Top, Kilburi from the Mallital area one can hire ponies and horses. You can go around the town riding the horse. In fact one of the ways to experience Nainital is on horse's back. |
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Accommodation for 2 nights / 3 days on double / twin sharing basis.
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Welcome drink on arrival.
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Daily fixed menu breakfast and dinner.
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Hotel's other complimentary services.
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Package Excludes |
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Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered.
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Package includes"
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls,Guide or Entrance Fees to monuments, museum, Camera fee, soft or hard drinks & starters etc.
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The services of vehicles is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to an increase in surface transportation & land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).
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Remarks: Fundoo Vacations holds the right to change the airline/hotel and travel date (any point of time before the departure of the tour, alternate options will be advised in case this happens). Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any events or trade fairs.
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GST Extra as applicable
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