Opening Hours: 06:00 am to 07:00 pmPrime Day & Hours: Weekends, morning and evening aarti Suggested Duration: 2-3 hoursTickets: Free entryNearest Railway Station: Kathgodam railway station, about 74 km awayNearest Airport: Pantnagar, about 108 km away Nearest Bus Stop: Ranikhet Bus Stand, about 6 km awayThe Jhula Devi Temple, located in the lush Chaubatia area of Ranikhet, was built in the 8th century and rebuilt in 1935. It honours goddess Durga, where her deity is famously sitting on a wooden swing ("jhula"), and is one of the best things to do in Uttarakhand. She appeared in a shepherd's dream, which led to the discovery of the idol and the building of the temple.The temple has a traditional Kumaoni style, with a slate-tiled sloped roof, wooden pillars, and iron-plated doors with brass fittings. Thousands of bells are left by grateful devotees who say their wishes came true.A calm hanging bridge leads to the inner sanctum, which is surrounded by separate shrines for Rama, Sita, and Hanuman. The site has a vibrant, lively energy because of the daily aartis and Navratri celebrations. It has stunning views of the Himalayan valley, making it a great place to think and connect with your spirituality.Offering expansive Himalayan valley views, it’s a place where folklore, faith, and nature converge, perfect for reflection and spiritual connection. With the swing legend, tinkling bells, and mountain panorama coming together in poignant harmony.

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, sunrise and sunsetSuggested Duration: 4-5 hoursTickets: freeNearest Railway Station: Rishikesh New Railway Station, about 255 km awayNearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, about 271 km awayNearest Bus Stop: Joshimath bus stand, about 11 km awayAuli Artificial Lake, about 3,000 meters high and near the Cliff Top Club, is one of the highest man-made lakes in the world, and a must addition to your Auli tour packages. It was built to provide snow guns and extend skiing carvings when there is less snow, and it also attracts tourists looking for a peaceful place to visit.You can either trek 1-2 km from the GMVN rest-house or take the chairlift to the edge of the lake. You will be surrounded by Himalayan giants like Nanda Devi, Kamet, and Neelgiri. In the winter, the lake freezes into a beautiful ice mirror surrounded by snowy slopes. In the summer, its clear blue waters reflect the mountains all around it, making for great photos.Visitors can relax on benches by the lake, enjoy the peacefulness of the mountains. They can also combine their visit with skiing, ropeway rides, and hikes in the meadows at Gurso Bugyal, Chattrakund, and Joshimath.

Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, located in the charming village of Pangot about 12 km from Nainital, is a wildlife and nature lover's delight. Established in 2000, this sanctuary stands at an elevation of 2,528 metres and offers a tranquil break amidst dense oak, pine, and rhododendron forests. It is known for having approximately 240 bird species, including rare and vivid species like woodpeckers, thrushes, eagles, and the elusive Cheer Pheasant.Additionally, you can take guided bird-watching tours to see the rich avian life in its natural habitat. The sanctuary's well-marked trails offer excellent chances for trekking and photography, with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. Nature lovers can also explore the lush vegetation, which includes a variety of wildflowers and medicinal plants. Experience the tranquility of Kilbury Bird Sanctuary in our Uttarakhand packages, offering birdwatching and nature walks amidst lush Himalayan forests.Kilbury Bird Sanctuary is an excellent choice for travellers seeking relaxation, adventure, and close touch with nature. Bring binoculars, a camera, and a decent field guide to get the most out of your visit to this biodiversity hotspot.

Explore Snow View Point in Nainital, a breathtaking location situated at an astounding height of 2,270 metres. This special spot, just 2.5 kilometres from town, offers amazing views of snowy Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot. The journey itself is an adventure, with a picturesque cable car ride taking you above the lush slopes and serene waters of Naini Lake. Explore this place with our Uttarakhand travel packages, offering adventure, serenity, and cultural experiences amidst the Himalayas' breathtaking landscapes.Snow View Point, known for its stunning vistas, is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurers alike. Visitors can chill in the calm area, sip tea at the cozy café on the hill, or use telescopes to see faraway mountains better. The place is also culturally significant, with a small temple dedicated to Dev Mundi adding a religious aspect to the visit. Snow View Point offers an amazing and immersive experience, attracting nature lovers and photographers alike.

Opening time- 6:00 am to 6:00 pmPrime days and hours- Weekends, MorningsSuggested Duration- 1 dayTickets- Available OfflineNearest Railway Station- Dehradun Railway Station, about 33 kmNearest Bus Stand- Mussoorie Bus Stand, about 7 kmNearest Airport- Jolly Grant Airport, about 58 kmSet in the colonial charm of Landour, Lal Tibba is one of the most rewarding short treks in Uttarakhand. Starting from the Landour Clock Tower, this scenic 3 km trail climbs gently through pine, deodar, and rhododendron forests, past British-era cemeteries, stone churches, and quaint hillside cottages. Along the way, you’ll cross Char Dukan, a century-old cluster of cafés, before reaching the summit, where a vintage telescope offers panoramic views of snow-covered Himalayan peaks like Kedarnath, Bandarpoonch, and Nilkantha.Lal Tibba, sitting at 2,275 meters, is perfect for those who want the feel of a mountain trek without intense altitude or long travel days. The path is rich in natural beauty and history, offering sightings of Himalayan birds and glimpses into Mussoorie’s colonial past. On clear days, the Himalayan views from the top are nothing short of magical. As one of the most charming places to visit in Uttarakhand, Lal Tibba blends serene trekking, heritage, and Himalayan views into a single experience, making it a standout option among treks in Uttarakhand.

Lying near Badrinath, in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, Valley of Flowers is a spectacular photogenic national park that graces the Western Himalayas with its enchanting virgin beauty. Discovered back in the year 1931 by three British Mountaineers R.L. Holdsworth, Frank S. Smythe, and Eric Shipton, this beautiful valley has also been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, owing to its incredibly mesmerizing blooms encircled by mighty icy peaks. Spread across an area of around 87.5 square miles, this unadulterated charming meadows is home to umpteen varieties of alpine flora, including flowering plants as well as medicinal herbs. The availability of medicinal plants in this valley gives the place its mythological significance, imbibing the belief in the heart of millions that the Hindu god Lord Hanuman had once collected the legendary Sanjeevani booti from here to help cure Lord Shri Ram’s brother, Lakshman. With magnificent mountains serving as its backdrop and meandering streams flowing inside it, Valley of Flowers is also bestowed with bountiful wildlife species.Valley of Flowers is known popularly for its excellent trekking opportunity that is suitable for all kinds of trekkers. The trek starts from Govindghat and takes the hikers through terraced fields, green patches, cascading waterfalls, and rocky mountains to finally reach the flowery meadows of the valley. Other exciting activities to do at Valley of Flowers include photography, bird watching, and village walks.

Chopta Tungnath trek is a relatively unexplored trekking destination, which is known for its mesmerizing scenic beauty. The trek towards Tungnath, the 3 from Tungnath takes you to Chandrashila, which is situated at an altitude of 4,000 meters above sea level.Chopta is blessed with rich flora and fauna as it is located in the midst of dense forests, with a beautiful floor of rhododendrons, interspersed by deodar and pine trees. During the first one and half kilometers, you will pass through a sea of brightly coloured rhododendrons and silver oak forests. Following this the vista opens to green alpine meadows which take you to the Tungnath temple.According to folklore, the arms of Lord Shiva are believed to have emerged here. On trekking a kilometer further ahead, you will reach the Chandrashila peak from where you get spectacular views of the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas glistening in the sun rays. The grassy meadows of the region make it an ideal spot for camping too.Chopta is well-connected by roadways connecting Guptakashi and Gopeshwar. The weather is lovely and the views are simply breathtaking.Best season: May to June and August to SeptemberDuration: 3 DaysAltitude: 3680 m

Opening time- 6:00 am to 7:00 pmPrime days and hours- Tuesdays, MorningsSuggested Duration- 2-3 hoursTickets- Free EntryNearest Railway Station- Kathgodam Railway Station, about 37 kmNearest Bus Stand- Nainital Bus Stand, about 17 kmNearest Airport- Pantnagar Airport, about 70 kmKainchi Dham is a peaceful and spiritually enriching ashram located near Bhowali in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. Established in 1962 by the revered saint Neem Karoli Baba, the ashram is perched at an altitude of around 1,400 meters and sits on the scenic banks of the Kosi River, surrounded by densely forested hills. The name “Kainchi” comes from the unique scissor-like intersection of the two hills flanking the ashram, forming a natural shape that gives the place its name. Known for its calm atmosphere and deeply spiritual energy, the site attracts thousands of devotees from across India and the world every year.The temple complex within Kainchi Dham is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and visitors often describe feeling a unique stillness and divinity the moment they enter. The Ashram gained global popularity after visits by icons like Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, who both credited the place with moments of clarity in their lives.Daily rituals, including morning and evening aartis and Hanuman Chalisa recitations, fill the temple with devotion and peace. The Annual Bhandara, held on June 15th, marking Maharaj Ji’s Pratishtha Diwas, is a major spiritual event where thousands are fed as part of community seva.Whether you're seeking blessings, self-discovery, or a quiet retreat in the mountains, Kainchi Dham is one of the most unique places to visit in Uttarakhand, offering a timeless spiritual experience unlike any other.