Uttarakhand Family Packages

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5 Best Places to Visit With Uttarakhand Family Tour Packages

Uttarakhand is a beautiful destination for travelers to enjoy a hearty vacation. Here are a few places to visit in Uttarakhand that you can include in your itinerary:

1. Nainital

What’s Special: Naini Lake, temples, views, cafes, food, culture

Nearby Attractions: Snow View Point, Kilbury, High Altitude Zoo, Tiffin Top, Lands End, Bhimtal Lake, Kainchi Dham

Timings: Open 24 hours

Distance From City: 243.5 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Nainital as the name suggests is the place where 9 lakes are situated. The place is popular for its natural beauty and pleasant weather and perfect for a family vacation in Uttarakhand. There are a lot of attractions that tourists can visit on their trip to Nainital including the Tibetan Market, Snow View Point, Naini Lake and Mall Road. The city brims with elegant colonial structures and is visited by many tourists throughout the year.

2. Mussoorie

What’s Special: Waterfalls, views, sceneries, sunsets, culture

Nearby Attractions: Lal Tibba, Mall Road, Camels Back, Kempty Falls, Tehri

Timings: Open throughout the day

Distance From City: 231.5 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Mussoorie is yet another popular hill station in Uttarakhand and has beauty of its own. Popularly known as the ‘Queen Of Hills’, Mussoorie has a backdrop of the Shivalik range of Himalayas and the Doon Valley. The weather in Mussoorie is pleasant throughout the year and hence it is a  popular tourist destination in Uttarakhand. There are a lot of attractions that travelers can visit in Mussoorie including Kempty Falls, Company Garden, Mall Road and George Everest. Gun Hill is also a must-visit attraction on your trip to Mussoorie as the view from the top is awestruck.

3. Rishikesh

What’s Special: River rafting, Cafes and temples

Nearby Attractions: Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, The Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Timings: Open throughout the day

Distance From City: 164.2 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

This popular tourist destination is suitable for both adventure as well as nature lovers. Located on the foothills of the Himalayas, the place is known for its adventure activities, ancient temples, cool cafes and Yoga ashrams. If you are and your family are adventure lovers, you can indulge in activities like rafting, cliff jumping, hiking and bungee jumping. A camping experience is a must-have in Rishikesh and nature lovers can enjoy a stay at beautiful resorts and enjoy a calm vacation. Besides that, there are a lot of attractions to visit in Rishikesh and popular cafes to hangout with your family.

4. Auli

What’s Special: Skiing, tranquillity, hiking, greenery, natural beauty

Nearby Attractions: Gorson Bugyal, Nanda Devi National Park, Trishul Peak

Timings: Open throughout the day

Distance From City: 351.2 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Auli is the go to destination for nature and peace lovers. Also a popular skiing destination, Auli offers splendid views with snow-draped mountains and blue skies. You can also find apple orchards, oak and deodar forests in Auli. The Himalayan range dates back to the 8th century AD and the town has numerous ski resorts situated amidst the Himalayan Range. There are also numerous treks on the hills that you can venture on during your trip. Also, do not forget to take some awesome clicks on your vacation in the beautiful hill station.

5. Lansdowne

What’s Special: Natural beauty, scenic views, tranquillity, sunset views, food

Nearby Attractions: Bhulla Tal, St. Mary’s Church, Tip In Top Point

Timings: Open throughout the day

Distance From City: 107.6 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

This quaint hill town is laden with oak and pine forests and offers the perfect ambiance for a relaxing vacation. You can indulge in a lot of activities including bird watching, hiking and trekking. The place has some beautiful guest houses that will definitely remind you of the colonial period. A plethora of attractions are also located here that travelers can visit on their vacation.

Best Time to Visit Uttarakhand

Summer - March to June

Summers in Uttarakhand is considered to be the absolute best time to visit Uttarakhand. It is during the summer months the temperature ranges from 20 degrees to 35 degrees. You can experience the best weather in Uttarakhand during this season. While crafting your Uttarakhand tour itinerary make sure places like Nainital, Mussoorie, Almora, Kausani, Uttarkashi are included in it. You’ll be stunned by the lush greenery, scenic beauty, and ethereally gorgeous views that will indeed uplift your vacation and leave you rejuvenated and delighted for days.

Monsoon - July to September

The season of Monsoon in Uttarakhand is highly refreshing and rejuvenating for those travellers who love random showers, and the smell of moist sand. Even though there are frequent rains during the months between July and October, the destination is indeed a sight to behold. In this time don’t forget to explore the aesthetic cafes and savour a satisfying cup of latte. Book your Uttarakhand tour package if you enjoy the season of rain.

Winter - October to February

The period of winters in Uttarakhand brings in some of the most scenic views, gorgeous sceneries, and tranquillity. It is the second-best time to visit Uttarakhand if you don’t prefer travelling in the months of summer. If you are lucky you might witness surreal snow as the temperature remains between 13 to 1-degree Celsius in winters. Do not forget to add a visit to Auli’s valley of flowers, Nainital, and Almora if you wish to explore the best of Uttarakhand in winters.

While looking for best time to visit Uttarakhand, travelers have the entire year, depending upon the activities they have on their to-do list. The best time to book our family tour packages for Uttarakhand depends on the destination. Winters are cold and snowfalls occur in many regions. This season is ideal for anyone wanting to try snow-sports or enjoy snowfall. Monsoon in Uttarakhand brings moderate to heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand. A lot of people look forward to this season as the surroundings get greener and weather becomes more pleasant. This is also the best time to visit Valley of Flower, since the flowers are in full bloom during this season. The peak tourist season of Uttarakhand is that of summer. Pleasant unlike the neighboring states, this is the best time to visit Uttarakhand with family. In addition, it imparts a learning experience to kids regarding flora, fauna, avifauna etc. during their summer vacations.

How to Reach Uttarakhand?

Uttarakhand is a must-visit destination in the Northern part of India. Be it winters, summers of monsoon, there is no doubt that it sees a large number of travellers visit in all seasons. Within the last few years, the tourism of Uttarakhand has doubled and still pacing up. The tourist footfall has increased at a great expense. Thus, being a heavenly destination and tourist-centric it definitely has strengthened roads and is well connected with major cities of India. The state of Uttarakhand houses many railways, airports, and roads. You will surely visit natural vistas on your journey to and from your accommodations. Read on to know more about the best ways to reach Uttarakhand:

By Road

There is efficient and effective road connectivity on both intrastate and interstate roads. This makes it far more feasible for travellers to commute in and out easily, without facing any hassles. The state runs various buses from major cities nearby including Delhi, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, etc. The well-built connected highways are NH 108, NH 109, NH 119, NH 121, NH 123, and NH 72A. Many efficient bus units are operating and you can catch a bus at your convenience. If not buses, you can opt for a private way to reach your destination. It is definitely the most suited mode of transport for Uttarakhand.

By Air

The Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the major airport of the Garhwal region and is comparatively larger in the area when compared to the two since it is situated in the city’s capital. It is very well connected to top Indian airports located in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune. The other airport is in Pantnagar namely Pantnagar Airport, which also has flights coming in from other parts of India.

By Rail

Uttarakhand railways department has established and maintains roughly 16 big and small railway stations. They connect the state with top cities of India like Lucknow, Kolkata, Delhi and many other cities. The crucial stations are Pantnagar, Kathgodam, Tanakpur, Rudrapur, Haridwar, and Dehradun.

When it comes to travelling within Uttarakhand, travelers can choose from buses and trains. To commute within the town and cities, holidaymakers can resort to autos, cycle rickshaws, and taxis.