i am nilanjan... interested in traveling and photography since my childhood and be inspired by other similar souls. i am working with some alternate tourism module and still searching for a better one based on sustainability. i basically act as a consultant on rural based sustainable ecotourism. my hobby is for creative endeavors in the rural field in india! thank you for visiting my profile! go green! go rural.
Day 1 – Received from Agartala International bus terminus / Akhaura check post – Geetanjali Tourism Guest House – Agartala Local sightseeing – Night halt at Geetanjali Tourism Guest House, Agartala.
Day 2 – Geetanjali Tourism Guest House – Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary – Tepania Eco park – Bhubaneswari (Old Royal Palace) – Lunch at Gomati Yatri Niwas – after lunch visit Chandrapur Sanhati Mosque – Mukti Juddha Park – Night halt at Muhuri Paryatan Niwas, Belonia.
Sepahijala
Day 3 – Muhuri Paryatan Niwas – Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary – Neermahal Water Palace – Night halt at Sagarmahal Tourist Lodge, Melaghar.
At Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 4 – Sagarmahal Tourist Lodge – Agartala for shopping (Optional) – Back to Agartala International bus terminus / Akhaura check post.
Day 1 (Friday) – Agartala Airport – Geetanjali Tourism Guest House – Agartala Local sightseeing – Visit to Rubber factory, Nagicherra – Night halt at Geetanjali Tourism Guest House, Agartala / Sagarmahal Tourist Lodge, Melaghar.
Day 2 (Saturday) – Geetanjali /Sagarmahal – Matabari –Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary. – Departure Agartala or Melaghar at 7:30 A.M. – Halt at Tepania Eco Park for 30 – 45 minutes. – Halt at Tripura Sundari (Matabari) Temple for 45 – 60 minutes. – Lunch at Peratia FRH / Trishna FRH. – Visit to Boat ghat at Trishna. – Visit to Tower for Bison sighting at 4:00 P.M. – Wildlife Film show at Trishna before Dinner. – Night halt at Trishna Forest Guest House / Pilak Tourist Lodge/ Muhuri Paryatan Niwas.
At Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 3 (Sunday) – Trishna – Sepahijala. – Visit to Bird/ Animal trails/ Maitri Udyan at Trishna at 5:30 A.M. (Optional). – Back to Trishna at 7:00 A.M. & breakfast. – Departure Trishna at 8:30 A.M. -Sepahijala 10:30 A.M. – Visit to Boatghat and Boating 30 minutes.- Visit to zoo including captive breeding Programme animals.- Visit to Tower (Optional)/ Trails / Agar forests/ Bamboo forests/ Rubber forests. – Traditional food of local tribes (Optional) – Visit to NIC and wildlife film show / 1 hr cultural programme. – Departure Sepahijala at 5:00 P.M. – Arrival Geetanjali at 6:00 P.M.
Day 1 (Friday) – Received from Agartala Airport-Durgabari Tea Garden-Heritage Park-Chaturdash Devata Temple-Akhaura Check Post- Night halt at Commilla view Tourist Lodge.
Day 2 (Saturday) – Kamalasagar-Sepahijala Wild Life Sancuary- Tripura Sundari Temple- Tepania Eco Park- Neermagal- Night halt at Sagarmahal Tourist Lodge.
Day 3 (Sunday) – Melagarh – Agartala State museum – Ujjayanta Palace – M.B.B College and evening see off – Agartala Airport.
First Day: Delhi – Nainital (310kms / 8hrs) – Pickup from Delhi Railway Station/Airport, drive to Nainital, on arrival check in Hotel, Evening free for boat ride at Naini Lake (At their own), Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Second Day: Nainital (Local Sightseeing) – After breakfast drive for lake tour of Bhim Tal, Sat Tal, Naukuchia Tal, Drive back to Hotel, Evening enjoy Mall Road, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Third Day: Nanital – Corbett National Park (70 km/ 2hrs) – Breakfast at Hotel, Check out and drive to Corbett National Park, Check in at Hotel, Evening enjoy the nature walk along the Kosi River or Jungle Trek, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Lakes of Kumaon
Fourth Day: Corbett National Park Early morning proceeds for Jungle Safari by 4X4 vehicle, Breakfast at Hotel, Later option of either enjoying the various activities at the resort or indulge in soft adventure activities like rock climbing, rappelling etc, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Fifth Day: Corbett to Haridwar (265 km/7hr,) Breakfast at Hotel, Later check out hotel, Depart for Haridwar, On Arrival check in hotel, after fresh up visit GanngaJi ki Aarti at Har ki Pori, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Sixth Day: Haridwar to Mussoorie via Rishikesh (85kms/ 4hr) – After early breakfast, Check out hotel, Depart for Mussoorie, On the way visit Laxman Zula, On arrival check in hotel, After fresh up visit Mall Road, Rope way, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Seventh Day: Mussoorie: After B/F visit Kempty Fall, Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.
Eighth Day: Mussoorie – Delhi (285 kms 7 hrs): After B/F check out Hotel, Depart for Delhi, on the way visit Dehradoon, on arival at Delhi Drop to Railway station or Airport.
Day 1: Morning drive to Nainital- a town in the Indian state of Uttarakhand and headquarters of Nainital district in the Kumaon foothills of the outer Himalayas. Situated at an altitude of 1,938 meters (6,358 feet) above sea level, Nainital is set in a valley containing a pear-shaped lake, approximately two miles in circumference. On arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore various scenic sights and to enjoy a rejuvenating boat ride at pristine Naini Lake.
Day 2: The favourite hill station of Kumaon, Nainital sees horde of families and honeymooners each year during peak seasons. Its placid Naini Lake, pretty temples, busy bazaars and the stunning Himalayan peaks at a distance makes gorgeous panorama. The sightseeing tour of Nainital will take you to numerous famed destinations starting from a visit to the Mall which is the point of confluence of Mallital and Tallital, the view here is splendid. Pick your boat at the Boat House Club next and go boating on the crystal clear waters of Naini Lake.The lake tour of the town will take you to the shores of numerous tranquilizing streams such as Bhimtal Lake; the lake larger than famous Naini Lake is a beauteous sight which can be best enjoyed from the restaurant perched in the middle of the island in the lake. A cluster of small interconnected lakes nestled in the middle of an old oak forest Sattal Lake is a delightful sight. Next visit beauteous lake with nine corners Naukuchia Tal and Snow point the ideal location to view the mountains topped with snow and mist. After an eventful day drive back to the hotel, followed by dinner & overnight stay.
Lakes of Kumaon
Day 3: On this day you will be leaving for Kasauni via Almora. From Kausani on an hour’s drive is Almora a sprawling regional capital of Kumaon. An exceptionally beautiful place that is referred as the ‘Switzerland of India’, Almora is perfectly defined by three adjectives; romance, charm and serenity. As you arrive here you are taken for a sightseeing tour of the famous and beautiful spots of Almora. On the city tour explore Bright End Corner for stunning sunset and sunrise views; built to commemorate Swami Vivekananda’s visit to the region this place now has a small library stocked with books on spirituality. Next explore Deer park and Chitai Temple- characterized by horde of bells hanging in the premises to serve as offering to the lord on fulfillment of one’s wish and Katarmal which is across the river Koshi. Continue your drive to Kausani and on arrival unwind at the hotel booked for your stay.
Day 4: Marked by exceptional beauty, Kausani is nestled at an elevation of 1890 meters with lots and lots of scenic pleasure and charm. From Kausani you can sight individual snow-capped peaks of Himalayas. The hills draped in pine and oak forests and the region nurturing orchards of succulent apple, peace and pears. The beauty is worth being admired and the scenery is apt for nature walks. So enjoy full day amidst enchanting panorama at Kausani. On this day begin your sightseeing tour with a visit to Baijnath known world over for housing one of the 12 Jyotirlingas- Baijnath temples. Also pay a visit to the town of Bageshwar, situated on the confluence of River Saryu and Gomti, Bageshwar homes numerous temples dating back to 10th century AD. Explore these sites including the Bagnath temple situated in the middle of the town. Return to the hotel by evening and stay here for the rest of the night.
Day 5: Drive to Ranikhet and check into the hotel. The scenic scenery at Ranikhet has long been admired for its old-world charm, a fascinating vintage military ambiance and the lovely Himalayan panorama. The place is base to Kumaon Regiment of Indian Army. The tall English trees stand aligned makes perfect ambiance for romantic peaceful walks around. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure, where you can also explore the local city.
On today’s sightseeing tour an assortment of temples, gardens and museums awaits you. Visit Jhula Devi Temple dedicated to Goddess Durga which is covered with hundreds of bells tied by devotees hoping to get their wishes accomplished. Also visit Hairakhan Temple and Chaubatia Bhaludam in Ranikhet. The later is situated close to a beauteous botanical garden which features exotic flowers; Bhalu Dam is a manmade lake surrounded by lush greenery and is an ideal picnic spot. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: The city tour continues today in Ranikhet. On today’s sightseeing tour visit Mankameshwar temple; established by Indian Army in Kumaon the temple is mainly visited by defence people and their families. Indulge in a game of golf at the nine hole golf course links at Upat and Kalika and next visit a tiny hamlet of Tarikhet which is renowned for its Gandhi Kuti where Mahatma Gandhi stayed once during struggle for independence. Pay homage to local deity at another significant temple, Binsar Mahadev; surrounded by thick deodar forests the temple is also known for its architectural marvel. End the day with a visit to Majkhali and gaze at the towering views of mighty Himalayan peaks and then drive back to the hotel in Ranikhet.
Day 7: Drive next to Corbett National Park and check into hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.
Corbett Wildlife National Park: Set up in 1936 as India’s first wildlife national park and possibly the finest, the Corbett National Park was established in consultation with the great hunter and conservationist, Jim Corbett. The wildlife park spreads over some 920.9 square km at an altitude of 600 to 1100 metres at the foothills of western Himalayas in the districts of Nainital and Pauri Garhwal. In its eventful 64-year life, it has grown considerably in size and now includes the Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary as a part of its 1,319 sq km of reserved forest area.
Day 8: Early morning, visit to Corbett National Park and enjoy viewing all the wildlife. The national park in Uttarakhand acts as a protected area for the critically endangered Bengal Tiger of India and for various other wild species of the region. About 488 species of plants and diverse variety of fauna find their harmonious habitat at the park. Riding a jeep across the park one can observe the sub-Himalayan belt’s geographical and ecological characteristics here. Adventure seekers are particularly fond of the park for not just the wildlife, but also the topography with its hills, riverine belts, grasslands and more mesmerises all. While you set on a wild rendezvous with the woods you will be accompanied by naturalists and other experts guiding and directing you through bewildering paths of the jungle. Also try an enthralling elephant safari (additional cost) for the real taste of adventure.
Day 9: Morning after breakfast set on a long drive back to Delhi. On arrival you will be transferred to airport/railway station for your journey back home.
Arrive at Varanasi and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon proceed on a half day temple tour of Varanasi visiting Bharat Mata (MotherIndia) Mandir, Durga, Tulsi Manas, Sankat Mochan Temple and the new Vishwanath Temple. Followed by Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat and overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Varanasi – Sarnath Sightseeing
Morning boat cruise at the river Ganges to observe the way of life of pilgrims by the Ghats. Later excursion to Sarnath, 10 kms. East of Varanasi is one of the Buddhism’s major centers of India. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha came to Sarnath where he gave his first sermon. Visit the deer park and the museum and later back to Varanasi. Night stay in Varanasi.
Day 03: Varanasi – Vindhyachal (70 km) – Allahabad (100 km)
Breakfast in the hotel and drive to Allahabad, enroute visit Vindhyachal (Goddess Durga Temple). On arrival at Allahabad proceed to Sangam for a holi dip and later visit other places of religious and historical importance. Overnight stay in the hotel at Allahabad.
Day 04: Allahabad – Transfer
Morning after breakfast, transfer Varanasi Airport/Railway Station.
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