ESSENTIAL UTTARAKHAND

In the shadow of the Himalayas

Highlights: Hikes and Treks | Rafting | Temple trails | Homestays

No. of Days: 10

Overview: Uttarakhand sweetens the deal of travelling in the mountains with one of the largest cache of hikes and full-fledged trekking expeditions, river activities like rafting and river crossing on the frothiest and wildest of rivers and rappelling on craggy rockscapes. Seeing the simple life of the villages as an antidote is another option. While the outdoor traveller is abundantly satiated, the spiritual seeker is not disappointed either. Hilltop shrines for revered local deities are in plenty and walking up to them does bring a prayer to the lips. One might think that the trips are only good for the older ages, but it’s the kids who love it the most. Vacations that keep the entire family active can be planned in a number of ways and for any season.

For those who like the tenor to be ‘do nothing’ have ample options in home-run lodges and hotels that give them first row seats to the Himalayan range of mountains. ‘Do nothing’ is complemented by ‘say nothing’ – who can complain when staggering views do all the talking. A trip to Uttarakhand’s famous and unknown destinations, both have many takers. In the company of gigantic peaks, one never feels crowded out by tourists.

What to Expect: Uttarakhand is a vast state. Depending on your taste of travel, we create the best possible itinerary that ensures that it is an immersive experience. We recommend atleast 10 days, as distances and condition of roads eat away into the time. Usually, we take up one region – Garhwal or Kumaon – and craft something that is fulfilling. More than road conditions or kilometers, it is the need to stop at every bend to take photographs that takes up the time.  When you’ve reached the destination, the uninterrupted views of the mountains will promise a blissful state and a spiritual sanctuary.

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