The festival is religiously most important for the Hindus. At every Kumbh occasion, millions of Hindus take part in the celebrations. During Kumb Mela Allahabad 2008 more than 30 millions & Kumb Mela Haridwar 2010 more than 35 million, devotee gathered at the site. Saints, priests, and yogis from all corners of India, gathered to participate in Kumbh. Haridwar is considered very holy, due to the fact that Ganga enter plains from mountains here itself. The mythology says that during the times when earth was created, the Gods were under a curse that made them weak. In the tour you can explore the remote area of Uttaranchal state, finally you can visit the Kumb Nagari Haridwar & Rishikes.
Best Time : Oct-April
Duration : 14 Nights/ 15 Days
Places Visit : Arrival Delhi-Nainital-Bhawali-Almora-Jageshwar-Munsiyari-Kausani-Jim Corbet -Haridwar-Rishikesh-Kucheswar-Delhi Dep.
Day 01 : Arrival Delhi :
Upon arrival meet to our representative, transfer to hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi :
After breakfast full day local sightseeing, Morning visit Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Red Fort (outer), Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat (Gandhi Memorial) after lunch visit Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tombe, Lotus temple and Government building. Rest of the time visit Delhi Haat. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi-Nainital (1850m) :
Morning board traint o Nainital, on arrival at Kathgodam meet to our staff, transfer to 33 km. Nainital. According to the earliest data available on tourist in Nainital by 1847, it had become a popular hill resort. On 3rd October 1850, the Nainital Municipal Board was formally constituted. Nainital became the summer seat of the North Western Provinces. After it was made the summer Capital, a remarkable expansion of the town occurred with the growth of magnificent bungalows all around and construction of facilities such as marketing areas, rest houses, recreation centres ,clubs etc together with the secretariat and other administrative units. It also became an important centre of education for the British who wanted to educate their children in the better air and away from the discomforts of the plains. Rest of the time visit "The Mall" most touristic hub at Nainital, Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 : Nainital :
Full day local sightseeing, visit, Morning Snow Veiw Point - This popular vantage point at 2,300 metres above sea level, offers an excellent view of the northern Himalayan ranges. From the top, with the help of powerful binoculars, a close up view of Nanda Devi, one of the highest peaks in the country is visible. Naini Peak - Five kms from the lake lies the Naina Peak. At 2,611 metres, it is the highest peak bordering the lake. The peak offers a panoramic view of the resort and a stunning view of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi and the mountains on the Tibetan border. Dorothy's Seat - Four kms to the west of the lake lies Dorothy’s seat, also known as Tiffin Top. Hanuman Garhi - Three kms south of Tallital is Hanuman Garhi, where there is a small temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The Mall Nainital- The Mall is Nainital’s popular promenade and the centre of frenetic activity especially in the late afternoons. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Nainital-Bhawali-Almora (1655m) :
Almora is a wonderful place to convene Almora hill station, Almora tolerantly enjoy the spectacular snow scape of the central Himalayas. Most of the days in Almora are flawless. Almost everyday the tourist can see almost every peak. Almora allows you to enjoy the mighty Himalayas together with ridge after ridge of hills.The terraced fields, the stone slatted barrack-like village houses have so far put up a valiant fight against the encroachments of urban expansion and unplanned development. Almora also has some beautiful health resorts. rest of the time visit Nanda Devi Temple the cultural and religious center of Almora for now hundreds of years and Lala Bazar a unique market of more than two hundred years with paved streets of stone.
Day 06: Almora-Jageshwar-Munsiyari (2135m) :
Morning, Drive to Munsyari, en route visit Jageshwar temple, Hindu pilgrimage town, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located 36 km northeast of Almora. The temple city comprises a cluster of 124 large and small stone temples, dating 9th to 13th century AD, with many preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which include Dandeshwar Temple, Chandi-ka-Temple, Jageshwar Temple, Kuber Temple, Mritunjaya Temple, Nanda Devi or Nau Durga, Nava-grah temple, a Pyramidal shrine, and Surya Temple amongst which the oldest shrine is the 'Mrityunjaya Temple' and the biggest shrine is the ' Dandeshwar Temple. Munsyari a new discovery in the Kumaon Hills of Uttaranchal, Overlooking the Gori River gorge and the deep valleys that branch up into the high mountains. Munsiyari is famous for Adventure lover trekking, nature walk and bird waching. Set at the entrance of the inner Himalayas, this beautiful village offers magnificent views of the Panchuali peaks which owe their name - the 'five cooking pots' - to their plumes of wind-blown snow. On a clear day, they appear to be at arms' length that one would feel to reach out and touch them.
Day 07: Munsiyari :
Full day local village and market visit, 11 km far from Munsyari a trail which extends to the famous Kalika Pass (2700 m). It is here where a small Shakti temple is situated amidst dark pines. A more exhausting trail leads via the Matkot (12 km) village to the glaciers of the Panchuali group, to the alpine meadows of Chiplakot Bugyal (30 km), dotted with tiny lakes, and even up to the Milam Glacier and Johar Valley. Overnight at Munsyari.
Day 08: Munsiyari-Kausani (1850m) :
Kausani is most famous hill station, located in Kumaon hills. It is situated at 6095 ft/ 1850, above from the sea level, this small and peaceful station is known for its unspoilt natural beauty and 300 km-wide views of the Himalayan snow-peaks. A famous poet of India Sumitra Nandan Pant was born here; she called this place “Switzerland of India” for its beauty. The place also holds importance because Mahatma Gandhi stayed here for a long stretch in 1929. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Kausani :
Full day hikking through the tea plantation, and visit Baijinath Shiva Temples. Overnight enjoy the folk dance and song dinner with local villager's. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Kausani-Jim Corbet :
After breakfast commence drive to Jim Corbet, on arrival check in hotel later gem ride at the park to witness the tiger and another wild animals. Jim Corbett National Park had the proud distinction of being chosen as the venue for the inauguration of Project Tiger in India. Jim Corbett National Park India is home to a variety of flora and fauna, Corbett park is famous for its wild population of Tigers, Leopards and Elephants. Corbett Tiger Reserve has a great variety of fauna on account of habitat diversity. In the Jim Corbett National Park are found 110 tree species, 50 mammals' species, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Jim Corbet National Park :
Full day Park ride to witness the wild life. Overnight at resort or Hotel.
Day 12: Jim Corbett-Haridwar:
Early morning arrival Haridwar, meet to our staff, transfer to hotel, Rest of the time visit the holy city, The Holy Festival, of Kumbh is the most sacred celebration for Hindus. The festival falls every 12 years and is celebrated in 4 different cities, viz., Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nasik. According to popular belief, Kumbh mela has the powers to the wash away all the sins of a person and free him from the cycle of birth-rebirth, of those who participate in them with full devotion. The festival is held at the banks of Ganga in Haridwar, as Haridwar is the place where Ganga enters plains, from hilly region. Overnight at hotel.
Day 13: Haridwar-Rishikesh :
Morning visit Haridwar, Ghats, Temples, Ashrams, and Mansa Devi Temple, later proceed to Rishikesh, on arrival check in hotel for overnight, rest of the time visit Parmarth Niketan for witness the Ganga Ceremony "Aarti"
Day 14: Rishikesh-Kucheshwar :
Morning drive to Kucheshwar, the ancient fort, overnight stay at Mud Fort Kucheswar. Rest of the time visit local village and fort.
Day 15: Kucheshwar - Delhi :
In morning 1 hrs drive to Delhi, rest of the day visit New Delhi. after dinner in time dep. transfer to international airport.
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