Nainital - Mussoorie Tour Package

Nainital - Mussoorie Tour Package: Overview

Holiday Travel India designed a finest and most demanding 4N / 5D tour package for you where tourists used to come and spend their holidays with Family and Friends. Nainital is a popular Hill station which is surrounded with Himalayan region. It is the place where your dreams come true by visiting top & best famous places of cold region which are Nainital Lake, Naina Devi Temple, Gurney House, Snow View, Mall Road and Sattal. Apart from Nainital we will also cover Mussoorie which is most famous hill station and also known as “Queen of hill station” Mussoorie which has the lush green hill station with various flora and fauna. Mussoorie is a popular cool summer retreat in India. We offer you to visit the land of Himachal Pradesh to derive your view and enjoy every moment of life by planning holidays with us.

What is unique in “Nainital - Mussoorie Tour Package”?

In this 4 N / 5D fascinating tour package we will take you to a holiday that will rejuvenate you from outside and inside from the city hassle and bustle.

This awesome tour for Nainital and Mussoorie will commence between April to June when most of the country burns in summer heat where a change of weather is needed. These 4 days package trip meet you to the most enchanting destinations with covering beautiful lakes, hills, mountains, cool, calm, pure and iconic surroundings that will fulfill you with joy and happiness.

The roads of Nainital and Mussoorie are scenic and filled with panoramic views across the land. Visiting here both Domestic & International tourist wishes to come in lush greenery located at cold Himalayan region with proper guideline and well accommodation with delicious food & shopping. All these things are made this package is so unique from others.

Nainital - Mussoorie Tour Package: Highlights 

• Take pleasure of famous sightseeing’s of Nainital, Mussoorie

• Enjoy Street shopping, local markets and delicious local cuisines

• Explore Famous Nainital Lake, Naina Devi Temple, Gurney House

• Snow View, Mall Road and Sattal

• Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Mussoorie Lake and photography of majestic Uttrakhand

• Visit Sir George Everest’s House and Jwalaji Temple

• Feel the beauty of Sat tal, Naukuchiya Tal, Bhimtal

• Adventure of Paragliding and boating

• Iconic visits of Gun Hill, Snow view point via rope way ride

• Wonderful Eco Cave Garden, Mussoorie Lake

Package Inclusion

• Pick and Drop facility from Delhi Airport/Railway Station

• Assistance on Arrival & Departure

• Daily breakfast + Dinner as per plane

• 2 Nights stay in Nainital with site seeing

• 2 Night stay in Mussoorie with site seeing

• Well Ac Car for Five days for Transfers & Sightseeing

• Good service and well furnished hotels

• All taxes are included

Package Exclusions

• GST Taxes

• Extra and personal meals/Beverages

• Airfare/Train fare to Delhi (will be arranged on request)

• Personal transportation not mentioned in the itinerary

• Other activities not listed in inclusions

How to Reach Nainital

By Flight:  Nainital does not have Airport facilities, so we cannot reach Nainital directly. Pantnagar is the nearest airport from the Nainital, which are approximately (65 km) from Nainital and (50 km) from Bhimtal and (283 KM) from Mussoorie. The second nearest airport is New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, which is (315 km) from Nainital and (304 KM) from Mussoorie.

By Bus:  There is a daily bus services facility available from New Delhi to Nainital. In Nainital the nearest bus stand is Ram nagar bus stand and road ways bus stand. Some traveling operators also provide the facility of bus to reach the Nainital with including the option of chartered bus, sleepers, A.C. buses etc.

By Train: The nearest railway station is the Kathgodham railway station with very good connectivity with New Delhi and Nainital and Mussoorie with daily train facilities.

Best Season for Visit Nainital and Mussoorie

The best season to visit the Nainital and the Mussoorie is the summer season (March to June). In the summer season this hill stations will give memorable moments to you. If you are looking forward to an unforgettable vacation for upcoming summer, then the hills of Mussoorie could top your itinerary list.

Nainital is a tremendous place where you can really enjoy the weather not in any special season but throughout the year, it will also provide you an opportunity to explore your own skills whether it is about your photography or any other adventurous activity you get the full chance to prove your skills, but here we’ll not only talk about the best time to visit Nainital but also the activities that you can enjoy, places that you should visit and many other things that you would need to know before going on a holiday trip to Nainital or Mussoorie.

Famous food to eat in Nainital

Nainital is a pleasure gate way to fulfill your dreams by visiting their lush green views. Nainital is not only famous for its famous and aromatic places but it is also famous for its unique cuisine, every state has its own spatiality that’s why himachal also have great culinary cuisines in Nainital which are as given below

Ras: It is a semi-liquid preparation made from different varieties of dals. It is normally eaten with steamed rice and bhang ki chutney It is a delicious recipe having a high nutritive value.

Baadi: The dish is frequently prepared by the local inhabitants of Kumaon region. Like Ras, it is also prepared from a mixture of toor, moong, and channa dal in the right proportion.

Bhatt ki Churkani: It is a delicacy prepared on special occasions. Rice paste and black bhatt are its main ingredients. For a variety in taste, it can also be prepared with plain flour.

Aloo Ke Gutke: It is a spicy dish prepared with boiled potatoes, coriander leaves, and whole red chilies. It forms a part of the snacks menu

Gulgula: It is also a sweet dish prepared from wheat flour and jaggery

Black and White Roti: It is a type of stuffed roti prepared with wheat flour and mandua flour. Both the flours are combined in a given ratio to prepare the dough. The roti is normally taken with dollops of ghee or butter

Things to do in Nainital & Massoorie

Nainital & Massoorie is a special and most visited part of Himachal Pradesh and it attracts tourist by their lush green view and romantic places. There are most of the things to do in Nainital & Massoorie which are given below

Shopping in Nainital: Take a Lake Tour and Enjoy Boating: Nainital is to go around and take a tour of the scenic lakes. You can also enjoy a peaceful time boating in them. Boats are available for 30 min. to 1 hour for one family.

View of Himalayan Mountain:  Catch a glimpse from Tiffin Top, a peak in Nainital and witness the most awe-inspiring sight. The place is only about 4 km from the heart of Nainital and makes for a wonderful trek.

Ropeway of Nainital:  The ropeway takes you to small peaks in Nainital and also gives you a bird’s eye view of the hill station

Naina Devi:  The Naina Devi Temple is dedicated to goddess Naina Devi, who is believed to govern the Naini Lake. It is believed to be one of the 64 Shakti peeth’s in India.

Corbett National Park:  Corbett National Park visit and enjoy wildlife and explore your views

Other places to visit

Mussoorie Lake: This Lake offers an enchanting view of Doon Valley and nearby villages and the view here during the night is amazing.

Quail Sanctuary: This old bird sanctuary that was established in 1993, you can spot many exotic birds in this area.

Jwalaji Temple:  The Jwalaji Temple has an idol of Godess Durga and is situated on the top of the Benog Hill. This temple is located between thick forests and offers a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks, Doon valley and Yamuna valley.

Bhatta Fall: Another beautiful fall located on Massoorie Dehradoon road that is a beautiful place located in seclusion and serves as an ideal spot for lovebirds.

Nainital famous sightseeing

Mall Road -One of the main highlights of Nainital, the vibrant Mall Road, was built during the British rule in India and is the centre of all activities in town. There are a number of shops, restaurants, hotels and cafés at the Mall Road and no trip to Nainital is complete without Visit to the Mall Road.

Naini Lake -Nainital is named after the Naini Lake, which is a beautiful water body in the heart of the city, is surrounded by seven majestic mountains and is a popular tourist attraction. You can enjoy row boating as well as paddle boating at Naini Lake.

Naina Peak - Situated at an altitude of about 2610 meters, it prides in being the highest pinnacle in the entire town. It is a famous trekking haunt and viewpoint too. From here, you can capture panorama of Himalaya's snow-laden peaks like Nanda Devi, Bandarpunch, Api and Nari.

Sattal Tour -Sattal is another excellent tourist and picnic spot with seven lakes, each in a different hue of green and blue. Bhimtal, 23 kilometers away, is a large lake with an island restaurant in the middle that’s accessible by boat. While visiting Sattal you should also visit Naukutchiatal. Sattal Christian Ashram is a peaceful holiday retreat tucked away in isolation, amidst Sattal's dense forests. Since its inception, this Vanaprastha ashram has been a centre of Christian learning and disciplinary studies through group living.

Tiffin Top Tour -Located at elevation of about 2,290 meters in the Ayarpatta Hills, It is a famous vantage point in the scenic hill station of Nainital. This picnic spot is fondly known as Dorothy's Seat, in the loving memory of the eminent painter Kellet Dorothy.

Snow View Point -Situated at an altitude of 2,270 meters, Snow View Point offers spectacular views of the snow-clad Himalayas. Located about 3 km away from the main township of Nainital, this spot can be reached by an adventurous hilly trek or a comfortable taxi drive.

Hanuman Garhi - A famous temple dedicated to the mighty Lord Hanuman, which lies in the outskirts of Nainital, Hanuman Garhi also has a sunrise and sunset point from where you can see one of the most spectacular views of sunrise and sunset.

Guano Hills- Located in the sleepy hamlet of Pangot, the Guano Hills are known for their amazing walking and trekking trails. The hills are surrounded by dense forests of oak, bamboo, and deodar trees. The whole landscape is very scenic.

Sariyatal- Sariyatal is a small but very alluring lake located at a distance of just 5 kilometers from Nainital. This almost heart-shaped lake is quite appealing what with its blue shimmering waters and serene environment. You can spend some time in solitude here basking in the absolute beauty of nature.

Bhimtal Excursion- Famous for its absolutely stunning Bhimtal Lake, Bhimtal is a small town and Nagar Panchayat in Nainital. Bhimtal is located 22 kilometers away from Nainital and 11 kilometers from Bhowali. Tourists from all over India come to Nainital to spend some time at the Bhimtal Lake.

Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary - Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is an undisturbed wildlife haven, covering a geographical territory of 301.76 sq km; the sanctuary is dotted with forests of Saltucked between the Corbett and Rajaji national parks. It was established on 9th January, 1987 to protect the biodiversity-rich region between these important wildlife conservation destinations.

Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary - Pangot is a small and scenic hamlet, which falls under the district administration of Nainital. The region consists of several creeks, where animals like Leopard, Civet, Goral and Deer reside.

Khurpatal Lake - Khurpatal Lake is one of the several inland water bodies that adorn the landscape of Nainital. Situated in its namesake hamlet, this lake serves as the source for several natural springs that provide fresh groundwater for consumption by residents.

Aries - The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (aries) is a state observatory, situated amidst tranquil environs atop a hill. Earlier known as UPSO and State Observatory (SO), the observatory finally started functioning as aries on 22nd March 2004.ARIES has latest equipment like powerful optical telescopes.

Eco Cave Garden - Eco Cave Garden is a cluster of interconnected caves and hanging gardens, which are one of the popular tourist attractions of the hill station. There are six underground caves in this garden, connected through tunnels. Named after various wild animals that they resemble, some of these caves are so narrow.

High Altitude Zoo - It is the only wildlife establishment of its kind in the state of Uttarakhand. Nestled in the Sher ka Danda Hills, perched at an altitude of 2100 metros above the sea level, it covers a total geographical area of 4.693 hectares.

How to reach Delhi to Nainital

By Flight:  There is no connectivity between Delhi to Nainital, there is no airport are available in Nainital

By Bus:  Delhi to Nainital buses is available. The distance Delhi to Nainital is 300 km by road. It would take around 9 hours. Buses are the popular mode of transport between the two places and the ride is also very scenic. Buses ply regularly between the two places and there are also private buses that can be taken.

By Train: There is no railway station found in Nainital. You can take a train to Kathgodam which will take 7hours and then drive for another 45 min to reach Nainital. There are no direct trains between the two towns as is no station in Nainital.

Climate in Nainital

Winter (October to February): Winters are extremely cool here with the temperature diving down to 0°C and winters are marked with heavy snowfalls. The place looks just ethereal in the month of November after being freshly washed with the waters from the heaven.

Summer (March to May): The temperature ranges between a comfortable 14°C - 30°C in these months and relaxing cool breeze lifts up the spirits in the evenings.  This is the time when the tourists flock the place in large numbers.

Monsoon (June to till September): The rains bring freshness and rejuvenating greenery to the place.

Best time to go to Nainital

The best time to visit Nainital is between the months of March to June. The climate remains pleasant and favorable during these months offering tourists the best holiday experience.

Best time to visit Mussoorie

• Mussoorie is a most preferred summer retreat where summer is the best time to trek and camp.

• The weather of this place is cool and enjoyable throughout the year but the best time to visit Mussoorie is from the month of September to June.

• Winter is freezing and is dominated by snowfall. Post monsoon season during September to November is good for water rafting.

Climate in Mussoorie

Winter (October to February): This season stays here from October to February with chilly weather conditions and snow. The temperature at night can reach down to subzero levels and roads usually get obstructed by snow from December till mid of February.

Summer (March to June): Season of summer in this region with a very pleasant duration and an average temperature around 37°C. For sightseeing and adventures it is the best season to visit Mussoorie.

Monsoon (July to mid-September):  the monsoon season appears with moderate rainfall and can cause landslides, making it risky to travel.

How to reach Mussoorie from Delhi 

By Bus: Mussoorie is well-linked with a network of bus services, which includes private tour operators as well as state transport corporations. Also, the proximity to Dehradun, the capital city of Uttarakhand makes Mussoorie all the more accessible.

By Train: There are numerous trains connecting New Delhi with Dehradun, such as the Shatabdi Express (as well as the Jan Shatabdi Express), the Mussoorie Express and the Nizamuddin AC Special. All the above mentioned trains pass through Haridwar.

By Air: The nearest airport is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun which lies approximately 54 kilometers away and offers daily connectivity with New Delhi.

Best tourist places in Mussoorie

Camel's Back Road: The name of this road is derived from its rocks placement and its shape like camel’s hump and is popular trekking spot also offering horse-rides. Camel's Back Road is a stretch of 3 km long natural display of rocks. Offering a beautiful view of sunset, sunrise and snow capped mountains, the road is ideally used by locals for carrying out morning and evening walks. Surrounded by mountains and lush green surroundings, the road is known for its natural beauty. Tourists can also visit this place by trekking through various mountain peaks.

Lal Tibba: Lal Tibba is the highest peak's topmost point and most famous place in Mussoorie. It is the highest point in Mussoorie is situated in Landour area, which is the oldest populated place in the destination. The site was also referred to as a Depot Hill, due to the presence of depot in the region. The beautiful views of sunrise and sunset from this vantage point can also be seen by travellers visiting Lal Tibba. Tourists can have beautiful views of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Banderpunch and other Himalyan ranges from this telescope.

Company Garden: Located at 3 km from The Mall, Company Garden is a well maintained picnic spot with a mini lake, a flower garden and an amusement park in it. Also known as Municipal Garden, it is one of the best spots for picnic.

Cloud's End:  Cloud’s End is situated at a distance of around 6 km from the west of the Library marks the end of Mussoorie. It is covered by thick jungles and tracks 2 km up to the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary. It offers a lovely walking track. This place offers a great view of Aglar River Valley. Couples visiting this place can witness beautiful views and pleasant atmosphere and can witness variety of species of flora and fauna, while following the path to reach the attraction.

Kempty Falls: Kempty Falls is a beautiful location to take a dip in the water falling from an altitude of 40 feet located on the way between Dehradun-Mussoorie roads. It is a perfect place to take a short swim or fish. Kempty Falls, one of the most renowned waterfalls in Uttarakhand, offers a mesmerizing panoramic view as the water falls from a great height.

Gun Hill: A lovely and second highest peak of Mussoorie, Gun Hill is favorite place for viewing picturesque Himalayan range and Doon Valley. Gun Hill offers an enchanting view of some of the highest Himalayan ranges namely Bunderpunch, Srikantha, Pithwara and the Gangotri group, along with a picturesque view of the Mussoorie town and the Doon Valley which makes perfect romantic place.

Municipal Garden: Municipal Garden, also known as Company Bagh which is situated in the Happy Valley area of this beautiful town and located at around 3.0 km from the Library point. Creating a replica of colonial gardens, the place has a lush green carpet of lawns and a fountain, which is located in its centre. Couples can enjoy boating in the artificial lake, recently constructed within the garden. The garden houses a large variety of flora and birds, making it popular among nature lovers.

Jharipani Falls: This romantic place is located 6.0 km downhill of Mussoorie Jharipani Falls is situated near the village of Jharipani, which is at a distance of around 7 km from the destination. This fall is one of the beautiful places, ideal for picnic, nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. The site offers a beautiful view of Shivalik range from Jharipani village to the tourists. The surroundings of the falls are adorned with various species of wild flowers, creepers, shrubs and plants, which grow on the mountainous rocks on its sides.

The Mall: The Mall is most famous promenade in Queen of the Hills; Mussoorie situated at a height of above 2000 meters, The Mall is major attraction in Mussoorie for honeymooners and is one of the prominent shopping locations situated at the centre of the destination. Dotted with benches and lampposts lined up at the sides of roads, the Mall offers architectural styles of colonial period. Tibetans can also be seen in the market place, who sells woollens, fabric wall hangings, imported goods, Tibetan metal ware and a collection of wooden items. Apart from this, walking sticks, bowls, trays, cane baskets and jewellery are the other prominent articles available at the Mall

Bhatta Falls: This lovely place is a recently developed picnic spot near Mussoorie. Located at about 7 km from main Mussoorie city, Bhatta Falls is still untouched by co Located about 7 km from Mussoorie, Bhatta Falls has natural stream of water flowing down the hills. Bhatta Falls is a must visit place for nature lovers and honeymooners as you can capture nature at its best here. The place is also loved as a picnic spot by tourists

Things to do in Mussoorie

Paragliding and Trekking

Mussoorie's is a good place for adventure Sports like paragliding as well. There are some trekking opportunities also available here.

Situated near Mussoorie, Nag Tibba is a relatively unknown and a very exhilarating trekking trail. Known as one of the best weekend treks, the place offers a climb of about 10,000 ft amid the snow clad mountains.

Swimming in lake, you can ride a paddle boat here as well and enjoy the amazing surroundings in Mussoorie Lake and other things to do for enjoying like:

•  Stay in Resort near Kempty Falls

• Camp and Trek to Dhanaulti

• Camping at Kanatal in Mussorie

• Rock climbing and rappelling in Mussoorie

• Trek to Taptibba Peak at 10,000 Feet

• Stay at Royal Orchid in Mussoorie

• Outing at Hermitage in Kanatal

•  Rafting, Boating and Fishing – Playing with raging waters

•  Shopping – For no trip is complete without buying a bag full of souvenirs

Mussoorie temperature in April

The temperature in April of Mussoorie is remaining very favorable and pleasant because of its high altitude and the hill resort escapes the extreme heat of summer season. The temperature rises to a maximum of 30 degree Celsius and the minimum temperature is recorded at 10 degree Celsius during this season.

Nainital train

The nearest railway station is located at Kathgodham at a distance of 34 km

Kathgodam railway station has a good connectivity to important places such as Delhi, Lucknow and Howrah with daily trains running to New Delhi.

Some of the popular trains that run from Kathgodam station are:

• Bagh Express

• Dehradun Kathgodam Express

• Anvt Kgm Shatabdi Express

•  Ranikhet Express

• Uttar Sampark

• Kranti Express

• Outside the railway station, you can either hire a shared cab or board a private taxi which will take you to the Nainital.

Nearest airport to Nainital India

Nainital does not have direct air connectivity. The nearest airport is located at Pantnagar (Approx 65.0 kilometers from Nainital)

There are no commercial flights operational from here so the most of the air traffic to Pantnagar airport includes private chartered flights.

The second nearest airport is in New Delhi (approx 290.0 kilometers from Nainital)

You can hire private taxis from the Delhi airport to Nainital and for an economical option then you can board a train from the Delhi railway station. Delhi airport is well-connected to different cities across the globe.

Nainital km from Delhi

Distance between New Delhi to Nainital in kilometer by road - 299 km.

There are nearly 22 direct buses plying between New Delhi to Nainital

Mussoorie stay

Hotel Abhinandan : 2 Star

TA rank - 3.5 - Certificate of Excellence

Hotel Abhinandan is located  2 km long Mussoorie Mall Road (the main city) has two entry points, one at Library another at Picture Palace, each have bus/taxi stand.  The hotel decor has a character of its own and is spacious enough to accommodate large number of tourists. The property is destined and designed with a structure that the guests have no hassle of climbing up and down hill, the main entrance is nothing but exactly on the main Mall road, which is a boon for elderly guests.

The High Walls : 3 Star

TA rank - 3.5 - Certificate of Excellence

The High Walls, Mussoorie, is a right blend of peaceful relaxation and superb activities which make for a perfect stay that will be etched in your mind for a long time. This hotel greets the esteemed guests with heart-warming hospitality and ensures a hassle-free stay with modern facilities. Appetizing food and well-facilitated rooms with a stunning sight of the vistas are other plus points of this holiday home.

Fortune The Savoy: 5 Star

 TA rank - 4.0 - Certificate of Excellence

Fortune The Savoy offers awe-inspiring view of the hills and the snow clad Himalayan peaks along with an enchanting view of the Doon valley. Swirled in the mist of time, Fortune The Savoy is an elegant and historic hotel built in English Gothic architecture style. The hotel is replete with all modern facilities and amenities along with warm and personalized service. Get pampered with the spa/ steam/ sauna facilities and a well-equipped gymnasium at the Wellness Centre with various treatments. Hi-speed Wi-Fi internet connectivity in public areas is available

Best hotels in Ninital

The Adventure Retreat, Nainital: 2 Star

 TA rank - 5.0 - Certificate of Excellence

Address: Mangoli, Uttarakhand 263001

The Adventure Retreat is situated on 17 Km milestone near Mangoli before Nainital on Kaladhungi Nainital road, The Adventure Retreat is perfectly placed in lap of nature and away from hustle bustle from city life The Adventure Retreat overlooks 4 towns & a beautiful and large lake, One has to climb down 400 steps to reach Camp, Natural forest, awesome views are some of advantages, Basically The Adventure Retreat is blue camper's delight.

Balrampur House, Nainital: 3 Star

 TA rank- 4.5- Certificate of Excellence

Address: Sherwani,Mallital,Near Uttrakhand High Court, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263001

This was the house where the prince and his associates would seek solace from the scorching summer sun. An exquisite and luxurious heritage hotel, it still gives its guests a real taste of the royal life. Balrampur House provides basic facilities such as room service, front desk, daily housekeeping and 24-Hour Security if guests are on a trip with friends or family.

Aamari Resorts Ramgarh , Nainital: 5 Star

TA rank - 4.5 - Certificate of Excellence

Address: Main Bhowali-Mukteshwar Road, Malla Ramgarh, Ayarpatta, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263137

Aamari resorts-22 km. from Nainital, a luxury boutique hideaway amari Resorts evolves with a peaceful purity, which is reflected in its gracious service, Stylish decor, swoon worthy restaurants, sympathetic construction and a stylish infinity pool.

Mussoorie 5 star hotels and resorts

Jaypee Residency Manor

 TA rating - 4.0 - certified in excellence

Location: Barlowganj, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248122

JW Marriott Walnut Grove Resort & Spa

TA rating - 4.5 - certified in excellence

Location: Village Siya, Kempty Fall Road, Tehri Garhwal, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand 248179

Fortune The Savoy

TA rating - 4.5 - certified in excellence

Location: Library Bazar, Gandhi Chowk, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand 248179

Mussoorie hills

The scenic hill station of Mussoorie is also referred to as ‘Mansoori’ by most of the Indians.

The unique name of the hill station comes from an indigenous shrub called Mansoor which is primordial to this region. The town is perched on a 15 km long horseshoe-shaped ridge, with Tehri Garhwal and the grand Himalaya to the north, and the Doon Valley and Shivalik Hills to the south.

Tibetan Buddhist Temple was Dalai Lama’s first place of refuge when he fled Tibet, before he was granted land in Dharamshala by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. This is one of the unknown secrets about Mussoorie.