16 Days Exotic Uttarakhand Tour from Delhi – Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Chopta, Auli, Munsiyari, Nainital & Corbett
Tour Package
15 Nights - 16 Days
Projects description

Discover the full breadth of Uttarakhand on our 16 Days Exotic Uttarakhand Tour from Delhi, our most complete Himalayan journey. This 15 nights / 16 days tour package travels from the sacred river towns of Garhwal to the remote high villages of Kumaon, with two nights each in Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Auli, Munsiyari and Nainital. Begin with the Ganga Aarti and yoga in Rishikesh, enjoy the colonial charm of Mussoorie, and spend a peaceful night by Tehri Lake. Drive past the sacred confluences of Devprayag and Rudraprayag to the meadows of Chopta, then relax in Auli with chairlift rides and views of Nanda Devi and Kamet. Cross into Kumaon for sunrise in Kausani, then head deep into the mountains to Munsiyari for two nights beneath the Panchachuli Peaks, with visits to Birthi Falls and Darkot Village. Unwind among the tea gardens of Chaukori, enjoy two nights of lake boating in Nainital, and end with a jungle stay at Jim Corbett National Park. Paced for comfort and exploration, this tour is ideal for families, couples, senior travellers and nature lovers looking for an authentic, unhurried Uttarakhand holiday.

 

Route: Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Dehradun – Mussoorie – Dhanaulti – Chamba – Tehri – Devprayag – Rudraprayag – Ukhimath – Chopta – Gopeshwar – Joshimath – Auli – Karnprayag – Baijnath – Kausani – Bageshwar – Munsiyari – Chaukori – Almora – Nainital – Jim Corbett – Delhi

 

Tour Highlights

 

  • Haridwar & Rishikesh (2 nights): Har Ki Pauri, Mansa Devi ropeway, Ram Jhula, Janki Setu, yoga and the Ganga Aarti
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  • Mussoorie (2 nights): Dehradun Zoo, Gun Hill ropeway, Mussoorie Lake, Kempty Falls, Company Garden and George Everest Peak
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  • Dhanaulti & Tehri Lake: Eco Park, Surkanda Devi Temple and an evening beside India’s tallest dam
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  • Sacred Garhwal Drive: Devprayag, Dhari Devi Temple, Rudraprayag and Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath
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  • Chopta & Auli (2 nights in Auli): Alpine meadows, Gopinath and Narsingh temples, chairlift ride, Auli Lake and Gorson Bugyal
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  • Kausani: Baijnath Temple, tea estates and a vast Himalayan sunrise panorama
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  • Munsiyari (2 nights): Golden Panchachuli sunsets, Birthi Falls and Darkot Village’s woollen handicrafts
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  • Chaukori: Tea gardens, pine forests and peaceful Himalayan sunsets
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  • Nainital (2 nights): Mall Road, Naini Lake boating, High Altitude Zoo, Bhimtal and Sattal
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  • Jim Corbett: Corbett Falls, a jungle resort stay and a morning jeep safari

 

Major Attractions

 

Destination Top Attractions
Haridwar Har Ki Pauri • Mansa Devi Temple
Rishikesh Ram Jhula • Laxman Jhula • Parmarth Niketan • Triveni Ghat
Dehradun & Mussoorie Dehradun Zoo • Kempty Falls • George Everest • Mall Road
Dhanaulti & Tehri Eco Park • Surkanda Devi Temple • Tehri Lake
Devprayag & Rudraprayag Devprayag Sangam • Dhari Devi • Rudraprayag Sangam
Ukhimath & Chopta Omkareshwar Temple • Meadows • Himalayan Sunrise
Gopeshwar & Joshimath Gopinath Temple • Narsingh Temple
Auli Chairlift • Auli Lake • Gorson Bugyal • Himalayan Views
Baijnath & Kausani Baijnath Temple • Tea Estate • Sunrise Viewpoint
Bageshwar Bagnath Temple
Munsiyari Panchachuli Views • Birthi Falls • Darkot Village
Chaukori Tea Gardens • Sunset Viewpoint
Nainital & Lakes Naini Lake • Mall Road • Cave Garden • Bhimtal • Sattal
Jim Corbett Corbett Falls • Hanuman Dham • Jeep Safari
Tour Plan

Approx. 240 km | 6–7 Hours

Please try to begin by 8–9 AM to make the most of your first day.

We’ll pick you up from New Delhi Airport, Railway Station or your hotel and drive to Rishikesh via Haridwar, with a breakfast break on the way. In Haridwar, spend about an hour at Har Ki Pauri and Mansa Devi Temple (by ropeway), or simply view the city from the car if you’d like to save time.

Arrive in Rishikesh by afternoon and check in. In the evening, attend the iconic Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

 

Overnight: Rishikesh
Meals: Dinner

Local Sightseeing

Start early with yoga and meditation on the Ganga beaches. After breakfast, explore the Laxman Jhula area, Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, Geeta Bhawan and Janki Setu, plus a ferry ride across the Ganges when operating.

Adventure lovers can try white-water rafting, bungee jumping or cliff jumping at extra cost.

In the evening, join the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ghat and enjoy the night views of Ram Jhula and Janki Setu.

 

Overnight: Rishikesh
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 80 km | 3 Hours

After breakfast, check out and drive to Mussoorie, visiting the Dehradun Zoo on the way.

Arrive by noon and check in. In the afternoon, head to Mall Road for lunch with a view, then take the ropeway to Gun Hill for panoramic views and a beautiful sunset.

 

Overnight: Mussoorie
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

Enjoy a relaxed morning. Early risers can catch a lovely Mussoorie sunrise.

After breakfast, visit Mussoorie Lake, Kempty Falls and Company Garden (Atal Udyan), then take a short walk or shared ride to George Everest Peak for sunset views over Mussoorie and Dehradun.

If it’s not too dark, end the day with a stroll along the misty Mall Road for shopping and souvenirs.

 

Overnight: Mussoorie
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 85 km | 4 Hours

After breakfast, check out and drive to Dhanaulti. Spend about an hour at the Eco Park, then visit Surkanda Devi Temple, either by ropeway or on a 2.5 km uphill trek. You can also try adventure activities along this route.

Pass through Chamba and arrive at Tehri for lunch with lake views. After check-in, spend the evening at Tehri Lake, created by India’s tallest dam, with optional boating and water sports.

 

Overnight: Tehri
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 210 km | 8 Hours

Wake up early for sunrise over Tehri Lake. After breakfast, leave by 8:00 AM and follow the Bhagirathi River to Devprayag, where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the holy Ganga.

About 50 km further on, visit the Dhari Devi Temple, set right on the Alaknanda River. Continue to Rudraprayag, where the Mandakini from Kedarnath joins the Alaknanda, then follow the Mandakini valley through Agastyamuni, with lunch on the way.

At Ukhimath, visit the Omkareshwar Temple, the winter seat of Shri Kedarnath, then continue to Chopta and check in to your camp.

 

Overnight: Chopta (Camps)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 115 km | 5 Hours

Wake up to a stunning sunrise over the snow-clad Himalayan peaks. After breakfast, check out around 10 AM.

Stop in Gopeshwar for lunch and a visit to the ancient Gopinath Temple. Continue to Joshimath and visit the Narsingh Temple, the winter seat of Shri Badrinath, where the deity is worshipped while Badrinath Dham is closed.

Continue to Auli and check in. The evening is free for leisure.

 

Overnight: Auli
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

Wake up early for sunrise over Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kamet, Hathi Parvat, Dronagiri and Neelkanth.

After breakfast, ride the chairlift to the upper slopes and visit Auli Artificial Lake. You can also take the 3 km trek to Gorson Bugyal, a beautiful alpine meadow. In winter, the slopes become Auli’s famous ski runs.

Return to the hotel in the evening.

 

Overnight: Auli
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 200 km | 8 Hours

After breakfast, leave Auli by 9:00 AM. Drive down the Alaknanda valley, stopping at Nandprayag, where the Nandakini meets the Alaknanda, and Karnprayag, where the Pindar joins it.

Have lunch near Karnprayag, since there are few restaurants for the next 50 km. The road then follows the Pindar River up to Gwaldam and crosses into Kumaon along the Gomti River.

Visit the ancient Baijnath Temple Complex, then take a short break at the Kausani Tea Estate. Arrive in Kausani by evening and enjoy tea with a sweeping view of the Himalayan ranges.

 

Overnight: Kausani
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 165 km | 7–8 Hours

Wake up early for one of Uttarakhand’s most beautiful sunrises, as the snow peaks glow gold. After breakfast, check out and drive to Munsiyari via Bageshwar, with a stop for lunch.

The road winds through deep valleys, dense forests and Himalayan villages. As you climb toward Munsiyari, enjoy your first views of the Panchachuli range. Arrive by evening and check in.

 

Overnight: Munsiyari
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

Wake up to panoramic views of the Panchachuli Peaks. After breakfast, visit the majestic Birthi Falls, cascading down a sheer cliff amid lush greenery.

Later, explore Darkot Village, known for its traditional woollen handicrafts and Himalayan culture, and nearby viewpoints with clear views of the snow peaks. Have lunch at a local restaurant.

The afternoon is free for nature walks, photography, or simply relaxing in the mountain air.

 

Overnight: Munsiyari
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 100 km | 4–5 Hours

After breakfast, check out and drive to Chaukori, a peaceful hill retreat surrounded by tea gardens and pine forests, with views of terraced fields and distant Himalayan ranges along the way.

Check in by afternoon and relax. In the evening, watch the sunset as the peaks change colour in the fading light.

 

Overnight: Chaukori
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 175 km | 6–7 Hours

After breakfast, check out and drive to Nainital via Almora, passing pine forests, traditional Kumaoni villages and scenic hill roads.

Arrive in Nainital by afternoon and check in. In the evening, stroll along Mall Road, browse the local Tibetan markets and enjoy views of Naini Lake.

 

Overnight: Nainital
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, walk to Mall Road for boating on Naini Lake, then take a shared cab to the G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo, home to Himalayan birds, leopards and the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Later, drive to Bhimtal Lake, where you can try paragliding, and the peaceful Sattal Lakes for boating or kayaking. Lunch can be planned between Bhimtal and Sattal.

Return to Nainital in the evening and enjoy a relaxed walk on Mall Road.

 

Overnight: Nainital
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 70 km | 3 Hours

Enjoy a lakeside morning walk or a final boat ride on Naini Lake. After breakfast, check out and visit Cave Garden, Suicide Point and Lovers Point for views over the Nainital valley.

On the way to Ramnagar, stop at Corbett Falls and Hanuman Dham Temple. After lunch in Ramnagar, you can take an optional afternoon wildlife safari (advance booking required) or relax at your jungle resort with games, the pool, a bonfire or a village walk.

 

Overnight: Jim Corbett
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 250 km | 6–7 Hours

Wake up around 5 AM for an early-morning Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park (advance booking required). Look for Royal Bengal Tigers, elephants, deer and many bird species. Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.

Return to the resort by 9 AM for breakfast. After some rest, check out and drive to New Delhi, with lunch on the way. You’ll be dropped at the railway station, bus station or airport by evening.

 

Meals: Breakfast
Tour Ends: Delhi

What's Included

Private Mode Transfers: Pickup and drop-off according to your flight/train arrival and departure timings.
Group Mode Transfers: Pickup and drop-off from the designated group boarding points.
Private Vehicle: Comfortable, clean and hygienic private AC vehicle for sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary. Please note that AC may be switched off on hilly roads and steep mountain stretches.
Accommodation: 06 nights' accommodation in clean, hygienic and comfortable rooms with scenic views, according to the selected package category.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner at the hotels as per the selected meal plan.
Transportation Costs: Fuel, toll taxes, parking charges and driver night charges.
Experienced Driver: Professional and experienced driver throughout the journey.
GST: Applicable GST is included in the package cost.

Not Included

×Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, shopping, tips and other individual expenses.
×Lunch, additional meals, snacks, beverages and drinks unless specifically mentioned.
×Travel insurance.
×Entry fees for monuments, museums, zoos, parks, temples and other attractions unless mentioned in inclusions.
×Jeep safari, rafting, paragliding, boating, kayaking and other adventure activities.
×Local guides, horses, ponies, palki/doli services, helicopters or similar services.
×Local transportation or conveyance required at specific sightseeing points where the main vehicle cannot enter.
×Any additional cost arising from changes in the itinerary due to weather, road conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

Booking & Payment Policy

Advance Payment

Pay 10% of the total tour cost to initiate the booking.

Confirmation Payment

An additional 20% is payable within 24–48 hours after receiving the booking confirmation.

Balance Payment

The remaining 70% is payable on arrival, before commencement of the tour, or according to the agreed payment schedule.

Payment Methods

Payments can be made through:

  • UPI
  • Bank Transfer
  • Credit/Debit Cards
  • Online Payment Gateways

Booking Confirmation

A booking is considered confirmed only after the required advance payment has been received and confirmation has been shared through email or WhatsApp.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellation Time Cancellation Charge Refund
30+ days before departure 10% 90%
15–29 days before departure 30% 70%
8–14 days before departure 50% 50%
3–7 days before departure 75% 25%
Less than 3 days / No-show 100% No refund

 

Refund Processing: Eligible refunds will generally be processed within 7–10 working days through the original payment method.

Modification & Rescheduling

  • Tour dates may be rescheduled subject to availability and applicable seasonal or fare differences.
  • Modification requests should be submitted at least 15 days before the tour start date.
  • Name changes and passenger modifications are permitted up to 7 days before departure, subject to feasibility.
  • Rescheduling during peak seasons, festivals or holidays may involve additional charges.
  • Any price difference resulting from changes in hotels, transportation, permits or activities will be payable by the traveller.

Important Terms & Conditions

Valid ID Proof

Every traveller must carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID.

Itinerary Changes

The itinerary may need to be modified due to adverse weather, road closures, landslides, natural calamities, government restrictions, political situations or other unforeseen circumstances. Wherever possible, suitable alternative arrangements will be offered.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included. Travellers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip interruption, cancellations and personal belongings.

Force Majeure

The company will not be responsible for delays, cancellations or additional expenses caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, political unrest, road closures or government restrictions.

Health & Fitness

Travellers should be physically fit for mountain travel. Although this itinerary does not involve a high-altitude trek, road journeys through the Himalayan region can involve winding roads, elevation changes and long travel hours. Travellers with specific health concerns should consult their doctor before travelling.

Children Policy

  • Children below 5 years: Complimentary when sharing the parents' bed.
  • Children aged 5–11 years: 25% discount.
  • Children above 11 years: Charged as adults.

Child policies may vary depending on the hotel and room configuration.

Personal Belongings

Travellers are responsible for their personal belongings, valuables, electronic devices and luggage. The company is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal items.

Traveller Conduct

Travellers are expected to maintain responsible and respectful behaviour throughout the journey. Services may be terminated without refund in cases of illegal, abusive or seriously inappropriate behaviour.

Additional Expenses

Any expense not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions will be payable by the traveller.

Transportation & Mountain Travel Guidelines

Vehicle Allocation: Vehicle type will depend on the number of travellers and selected package category.

Air Conditioning: AC may be switched off on steep mountain roads and hilly stretches due to vehicle performance and safety considerations.

Night Driving: For safety reasons, drivers generally avoid driving after sunset on mountain roads.

No Smoking: Smoking is not permitted inside the vehicle.

Alcohol: Consumption of alcohol inside the vehicle is strictly prohibited.

Mountain Roads: Travel times mentioned in the itinerary are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, weather, road conditions, sightseeing stops and local restrictions.

Traveller Notes

Best Time to Visit

This Uttarakhand circuit can be planned across different seasons, with each season offering a different experience. Summer is pleasant for sightseeing, monsoon brings lush greenery but may cause road disruptions, while autumn and winter offer clearer mountain views and cooler temperatures.

What to Carry

Travellers are advised to carry:

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light and warm clothing
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Personal medicines
  • Valid photo ID
  • Power bank
  • Rain protection during monsoon
  • Warm layers during winter

Important Road Safety Note

Mountain roads can be narrow and winding. Driving before sunrise or after sunset in hilly areas may be restricted or avoided for safety reasons. The exact travel schedule may therefore be adjusted according to local road and weather conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti, Tehri, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Ukhimath, Chopta, Gopeshwar, Joshimath, Auli, Baijnath, Kausani, Bageshwar, Munsiyari, Chaukori, Almora, Nainital, Bhimtal, Sattal and Jim Corbett.

 

The tour starts and ends in New Delhi, with pickup and drop at the airport, railway station, bus station or your hotel.

 

Yes. There’s no compulsory trekking, and with two nights in most destinations, the pace is comfortable. Some days involve long mountain drives (Days 6, 9, 10 and 13), so travellers should be comfortable with winding roads.

 

The safari requires advance booking and is subject to permit availability and park rules. Please confirm with us whether it’s included in your selected package.

 

The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been closed for several years. This tour uses the Auli chairlift, which takes you to the upper slopes for the best views.

 

You’ll stay in comfortable camps, since hotel options in Chopta are limited.

 

March to June and September to November are ideal. Winter brings snow to Auli, Chopta and Munsiyari, which can block roads. The monsoon (July–August) can cause landslides.

 

Yes. You can add the Tungnath trek in Chopta or the Khaliya Top trek in Munsiyari, shorten the tour by skipping Tehri or Chaukori, or start from Dehradun or Haridwar.

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