THE DISCOVERY COLLECTION

Discover Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand encompasses snow-capped mountains, picturesque villages and wild rivers as well as a rich and varied wildlife in Corbett National Park and the birding and trekking which are possible in Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary and Jabarkhet Nature Reserve. With all these opportunities, it is hardly surprising that Uttarakhand is fast becoming known as India’s premier adventure destination as well as being one of India’s most underestimated trekking and birding destinations. A visit to this region is a must for any wildlife, mountain and nature lover.

Destinations Covered

Key Highlights

Sightseeing in India’s capital city: visit New Delhi, Old Delhi and some of the local markets.
Explore the small but spectacular Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary with its stunning Himalayan views, easy treks and rich birdlife.
Discover Nainital and the Lake District of India.
Discover the spiritual side of India with a visit to Rishikesh and witness the evening aarti.
Head out in search of wild elephants, tigers and more at Corbett National Park.
Trek in India’s only private nature reserve and discover Landour, the best-preserved cantonment area of India dating back to the late 1800’s.

Itinerary

Day 01	Arrive in to Delhi where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.	Delhi
Day 02	Explore the old and the new, the ancient and the modern that is Delhi, India’s capital.	Delhi
Day 03	Take the morning train to Kathgodam and then onward drive to Binsar. Arrive in time for afternoon tea and a spectacular sunset.	Binsar
Day 04	An early start to trek out to Sunrise Point. The sunrise over the Himalayas here is worth the early start. The rest of the day can be spent enjoying treks in Binsar Sanctuary.	Binsar
Day 05	Enjoy treks in the sanctuary or head out to visit some of the beautiful temples of the region.	Binsar
Day 06	Transfer by road to Nainital, a spectacular drive. Rest of the day at leisure.	Nainital
Day 07	Transfer by road to Corbett National Park. Check into the hotel. Afternoon Jeep Safari into the park.	Corbett National Park
Day 08	Morning and afternoon Jeep safaris into the park.	Corbett National Park
Day 09	Transfer by road to Rishikesh. Check into the hotel and then head out to explore this spiritual town, enjoy the evening aarti.	Rishikesh
Day 10	Try a morning yoga session. The rest of the day is to discover the town and its surrounds at your leisure, whether the Beatles Ashram, or Rajaji National Park or discover more about yoga.	Rishikesh
Day 11	Transfer by road to Landour. Check in on arrival and then walk the Chukka, the figure of eight road that takes you to all the main places of the tiny hill top cantonment.	Landour
Day 12	A morning walk will be arranged in Jabarkhet Nature Reserve. Rest of the day at leisure.	Landour
Day 13	Transfer to the airport in Dehradun for the flight back to Delhi.	Delhi
Day 14	Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.