The state is also known as the 'Dev Bhumi' or 'Land of God' because it houses various religious places and places of worships that are regarded as the most sacred and propitious areas of devotion and pilgrimage. Opportunities for tourism are immense in this state, be it nature, wildlife, adventure, or pilgrimage tourism.
The major destinations are Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun, Mussoorie, Almora, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Jim Corbett National Park, Nainital, Ranikhet and Pithoragarh.
If you are adventurous and like tough challenges, you can go for high- and low-altitude trekking, river rafting, para gliding, hang-gliding, mountaineering, skiing and many other activities.
Delhi - Corbett (296kms - 7hrs):
Corbett National Park: A promosing land for the world species at Ramnagar in Nainital distric in uttarakhand.The Corbett national park is the most dwindling part of nature resising at the himalayal foot hill and Shivalik ranges and is being called as the perfect tigers land.indias first notised wildlife sanctuary and national park established in the year 1936,brings opportunity to be hold the largest tigers population in the vicinity.corbett remains open to mid nov to mid jun,the main reason for closure of the park during the rest of the year is that mansoon make most of the roads get washed away.After mansoon, the repaire work start and it is only by nov.That roads are back in motive conditions. On arrival at Corbett transfer to hotel,check in to hotel.Rest of the day free at leisure .overnight stay at hotel at Corbett.
Corbett:
After breakfast enjoy a game drive in the park by jeep(Optional by paying Additional cost) to view some of the most exotic wild life and the flora and fauna. Later afternoon proceed for yet another game viewing drive and try your luck to spot the tiger. Later back to hotel, Rest of the day free at leisure, overnight stay at the hotel at Corbett.
Corbett - Nainital (140 kms - 4 hrs):
After breakfast check out from hotel, then drive to Nainital. Nainital: is referred to as the lake of three sages, or the Tri Rishi Sarovar as mentioned in the Manas Khand chapter of the Skanda Purana. As recorded in history, the three sages, Atri, Pulastya, and Pulaha stopped over at Nainital on their pilgrimage, to quench their thirst. Finding no water, they dug a hole and transferred some water into it to from the sacred lake of Tibet, Mansarovar. Thus the famous lake of Nainital came into existence. Another legend has it that the left eye or Nain of Lord Shiva's wife Sati fell in this center and formed an emerald eye shaped lake, and thus emerged the city of Nainital.Recent history records reveal that Nainital was brought into limelight by P. Barron, a British sugar merchant, in 1839. The beauty of Nainital with the central lake cushioned among the forests attracted this person to build a house named Pilgrim's Cottage and settle in Nainital. Arrive at Nainital transfer to hotel, Check in to hotel .Evening you will free to walk to Naini Lake and Mall road.then free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel at Nainital.
Nainital
After breakfast, Full day is at leisure to explore the hill retreat of Nainital. visit Mall road, Boating Club, Cable Car Ride, Thandi Sadak, and Lakes(Sat tal, Naukuchiatal). It is blessed with scenic natural splendour and varied natural resources . Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India.Later back to hotel, Rest of the day free at leisure, overnight stay at hotel at Nainital.
Nainital - Kausani(120kms 4hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel then drive to Kausani. Kausani: nature own reserve and idle to spend a quiet holiday in the lap of nature with stunning view of the Himalayan ranges. Mahatma Gandhi, during his stay at Kausani, penned his memorable commentary on the 'Gita-Anashakti Yoga' inspired by the scenic grandeur of this richly gifted spot. Mahatma Gandhi was so much impresses that he started calling it "Switzerland of India". The guesthouse where Mahatma Gandhi stayed is now known as the Anashakti Ashram. Famous Hindi poet Sumitra Nandan Pant was born at Kausani. Some of her early poems composed here have described the nature in its manifestations. Arrive at Kausani transfer to hotel check in to hotel . Later afternoon visit to a Tea factory to see the complete process of manufacturing of a Tea. Rest of the evening is at leisure, overnight stay at hotel at Kausani.
Kausani - Auli(230 kms/6-7 hrs):
After breakfast ,check out from hotel, then drive to Auli. Auli : is the most popular skiing destination of Uttaranchal state. Auli is situated in Chamoli district of Garhwal region covering elevation from 2,519mts to 3,050mts above sea level. Auli is a "bugyal" which means meadow in the regional language. Auli is often compared with best ski resorts of the world foreigners. Auli is going to host SAF winter games in the year 2010. Auli is blessed with invigorating views of the splendid mountain range, Himalayas. The slopes of Auli provide enough thrills to professional skier and novice as well. Arrive at Auli,transfer to hotel, check in to hotel.take rest, Rest of the day free at leisure, overnight stay at hotel at Auli.
Auli:
After breakfast free for leisure to get mesmerized by the breath taking views of the western Himalayas. Overnight stay at hotel at Auli.
Auli - Haridwar (300kms - 8hrs):
After breakfast check out from hotel,then drive to Haridwar. Haridwar: Meaning 'Gateway to God' is one of the seven holiest places of the Hindus, located on the banks of River Ganges. It is the place where river Ganga descends to the plains. Haridwar is also spelled as Haridwar or Hari - Dwar. Haridwar is also one of the four places where drops of Amrit or nectar fell from the pitcher which was being carried by Garuda, the heavenly bird and the spot is known as Brahma Kund or Har-ki-Pauri. Arrive at haridwar Transfer to hotel, check in to hotel, take rest, free for leisure. Evening attend the Sunset Ganga Aarti at bank of river .Overnight stay at hotel, at Haridwar.
Haridwar to Mussoorie (01 hrs):
After breakfast, check out from Hotel and proceed to Mussoorie, arrive Mussoorie, check into Hotel and later visit to Kempty fall, kempty fall, municipal garden,Gun hill, Company Garden, Mall road etc.
Lal Tibba : This is regarded as the highest point in Mussoorie situated in area called "Landour". Which is know to be the oldest inhabited place of Mussoorie.
Gun Hill : Gun hiil is the second highest point in Mussoorie.it is also known as picnic spot for the locals.From this points,Mussoorie appears to be changing colors in every minute.It looks amazing from here.
Municipal Garden : This is also known as Botanical Gardens of Mussoorie were established by geologist Dr. H.Fackner in the last century.
Kempty Fall : Kempty fall is just 12 kms down from Mussoorie on Mussoorie - Dehradun midway ,the beautifull falls were declared as a tourist destination by John Mekinan after after 1835.The name Kempty is derived from 'Camp - tea', as the Britishers would organise their tea parties here. Past Kempty Fall, 12 - km downhill. Later back to hotel,free for leisure.overnight stay at hotel at Mussoorie.
Mussoorie to Delhi (05 to 06 hrs):
After breakfast, check out from Hotel and proceed to Delhi, arrive Delhi and drop to airport or railway station.