Nainital, Uttarakhand, India
Nainital: Lakeside Charm & Kumaon Views
Enjoy peaceful lakes, forested Himalayan hills, lively markets and scenic viewpoints on a relaxed four-day Nainital holiday.
About this trip
Discover Nainital, a charming Kumaon hill station built around the beautiful Naini Lake. Enjoy boating, walk beside the lake on Mall Road and visit viewpoints overlooking the surrounding forested hills. Continue beyond the town to explore Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal—the wider Kumaon lake circuit promoted by Uttarakhand Tourism.
Day 1 – Arrival in Nainital: Meet your driver at Kathgodam Railway Station and transfer to Nainital. Check in before visiting Naina Devi Temple and enjoying a boat ride on Naini Lake. Spend the evening walking along Mall Road.
Day 2 – Nainital sightseeing: Take the ropeway to Snow View Point for panoramic Himalayan views. Continue to Eco Cave Garden, the High Altitude Zoo and nearby viewpoints before returning to Mall Road.
Day 3 – Kumaon lake circuit: Take a scenic excursion covering Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal. Spend time beside the lakes, enjoy birdwatching and optionally take another boat ride. Official tourism information describes Naini Lake as the heart of the town and a popular location for rowing and paddle boating. District Nainital
Day 4 – Departure: Check out after breakfast and transfer to Kathgodam Railway Station.
Highlights
- Enjoy boating on beautiful Naini Lake
- Walk along Nainital’s famous Mall Road
- Visit the sacred Naina Devi Temple
- Ride the ropeway to Snow View Point
- Explore Eco Cave Garden
- Visit the High Altitude Zoo
- Discover the peaceful surroundings of Bhimtal
- Explore the interconnected lakes of Sattal
- Visit the scenic nine-cornered Naukuchiatal
- Experience Kumaon’s forests and mountain views
Inclusions
- 3 nights’ accommodation in a standard hotel
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Kathgodam Railway Station pickup and drop
- Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- Nainital local sightseeing
- Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal excursion
- One standard boat ride on Naini Lake
- Driver allowance, parking and applicable tolls
- Assistance throughout the journey
- All applicable hotel taxes
NoteThe ₹12,999 price assumes twin-sharing accommodation. Travel to Kathgodam, ropeway tickets, attraction fees and additional boating or activities are excluded. Sightseeing remains subject to weather and local operating conditions.