Kumaon

Dreamy Himalayan hideaways!

Immerse yourself in the cultural diversity and traditional way of life of the Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, this is a perfect route for those who want to explore Uttarakhand's hidden Himalayan homes and captivating scenery.

Days

4 Night / 5 Days

Route

Bareilly - Bhimtal 2N - Nainital 2N - Bareilly

From / To

Bareilly to Bareilly

Best time to visit

March to June

Policies

Booking procedure:
Step 1: Upon enquiry, we will share an approximate cost for the trip based on the changes (if any) made to the mentioned itinerary.

Step 2: Once the approximate costing and the route is approved we ask for a nominal adjustable deposit of Rs.1000/- per head before we can give you the exact cost (which is plus or minus 5% of the approximate cost).

Step 3: An advance payment of 50% of the total amount (incl taxes) is needed to confirm the homestays. It needs to be paid at the time of booking.

Step 4: Balance payment is expected 2 weeks prior to the date of departure.

Step 5: A final detailed itinerary would be shared after the balance payment, which will include all the experience, included and recommended.

Cancellation policy:

Cancellations made more than 30 days before the trip: Full refund is applicable.
Cancellations made within 15-30 days before the trip: 50% of the total amount will be charged. The advance will be forfeited.
Cancellations made up to 14 days before the trip: No refund is applicable. The full amount will be forfeited.
Full payment is to be made at least 14 days before the trip.

Bareilly - Bhimtal (Joys at Nata Dol)

Upon arrival, embark on a scenic drive along the North Gola Range to reach Joys at Nata Dol*, our charming homestay offering breathtaking views of the majestic Himalayas. Take the evening to unwind at the property or opt for a picnic beside the flowing stream. Overnight stay at Joys at Nata Dol*.

Bhimtal (Joys at Nata Dol) - Local sights

Hike up to the sunrise point to enjoy the early morning breathtaking sunrise view of the Himalayan peaks. Spend the rest of your day exploring the village & its hidden heritage. Overnight stay at Joys at Nata Dol*.

Bhimtal (Joys at Nata Dol) - Nainital (Aarish)

Today we'll take a scenic ride to our next stay, a remote traditional kumaoni bakkhali inspired stay where the first ray of sun hits the property, exactly how it got its name. On arrival, spend your evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Aarish Homestay*.

Nainital(Aarish) - Local sights

After a wholesome breakfast, spend the day relaxing & enjoying the nearby waterfalls. In the evening, when you return from Bhimtal Lake, enjoy the fresh pahadi food served by our hosts. Dinner & overnight stay at Aarish Homestays.

Nainital (Aarish) - Bareilly

After breakfast, farewell to the hosts & head to Bareilly airport from our soul soothing stays at our Himalayan hideaways.

Note

*Raahghar Supporting Property: A homestay / Small hotel chosen largely to be a part of an itinerary, and where necessarily the owners do not reside at all times.
At Raahghar, all of our itineraries are centered around our homestays, which are complemented by other supporting stays.
We do customise the itineraries based on your stay & destinations preferred by you.
Letting us know a period of travel with flexible dates helps us to organise your holiday better owing to the limitation in the room inventory at the homestays.
Please refer to our inclusions and exclusions section for more details.
Please refer to the payment terms on the earlier page along with the booking procedures.