Uttarakhand boasts of host of scenic places, which are ideal destinations to find respite from scorching summer heat and hustles and bustles of the city.
With lush deciduous forests adding more to the scenic charm of this district in Pithoragarh, Abbott Mount is nothing less than a photographer’s dream. Being a perfect spot for bird-watching and having a laidback vacation, this place tops the list of offbeat unexplored places in Uttarakhand.
Mukteshwar is the quaint hill station and a perfect place to enjoy a vacation amidst the mountains. It is famous for its holy temples, hidden waterfalls, apple orchards, and lush greenery.
Pick up from Kathgodam Railway station/Pantnagar Airport (91km, 3hrs) and start the journey towards Mukteshwar. Visit BHIMTAL and NAUKUCHIYATAL enroute. From Bhimtal to Mukteshwar, the entire journey is full of breathtaking views of the hills, forest areas and patches of small lakes. After reaching Mukteshwar, you check in to your pre-booked hotel room. After taking some rest, visit to Mukteshwar local sightseeing for MUKTESHWAR TEMPLE, CHAULI KI JALI and BHALUGAAD WATERFALL
Mukteshwar Temple is a very sacred ancient temple of Lord Shiva around 350 years old. It is one of the 18 main temples of Lord Shiva. The entire route from entrance gate to the temple is covered with fruit orchards and forest.
Chauli ki Jali is plain plateau kind of rock formation. Standing on these rocks one can witness the amazingly beautiful hill view.
In the evening relax and enjoy the beautiful sunset of the panoramic surroundings. Have a comfortable overnight stay in the hotel.
After early breakfast drive to Mount Abbott. Visit MAA BARAHI DEVI TEMPLE in DEVI DHURA. Upon arrival at Mount Abbott, check in Hotel. Local sightseeing to Mount Abbott and LOHAGHAT. Abbott Mount is a small townlet and a dwarf hill station in the Kali Kumaon region. This hill station is at the elevation of 6400 feet above the sea level. There are a various blissful temple and base camp of the Mahaseer fishing in Pancheshwar. Overnight stay in the hotel
After early breakfast drive to PITHORAGARH via CHAMPAWAT. En route enjoy Champawat sightseeing. Reach Pithoragarh, which is a famous hill station in Uttarakhand. After reaching Pithoragarh, you check in to your pre-booked hotel room. You are free to stroll and explore the town at your own leisure. Then, you stay overnight in your room.
Have breakfast early in the morning and then leave for sightseeing in Pithoragarh. Visit the MANU TEMPLE, KAPILESHWAR MAHADEV, THAL KEDAR, PATAL BHUNESHWAR, AND GANGOLIHAT. Explore the history and culture of Pithoragarh by paying a visit to all these places. Then, enjoy a comfortable stay at night in the hotel.
Today, spend all day exploring the markets and food of Pithoragarh. Then, enjoy shopping for clothes and Kumaoni craft items at Naya Bazaar, Purana Bazaar, and Cinema line. In the evening, you can go for sightseeing at the scenic locations of the place and capture some memories. Later, stay overnight at the hotel
Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Kathgodam railway station/Pantnagar Airport (241km, 6 hrs) to catch a train/flight for your onward destination.
