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Hill Station Holidays in Uttarakhand

Q: Which hill station is best for families with kids?

Nainital is the easiest choice, with boating, a zoo, cable car rides and short flat walks. Mussoorie also works well, with more shopping and food on Mall Road to keep everyone occupied.

Q: Which hill station is best for couples or a honeymoon?

Mussoorie, and Landour in particular, has the cosy cafe and sunset point atmosphere most couples are after. For privacy and snow views, Auli or Chopta are better. We also arrange honeymoon add-ons such as candlelight dinners.

Q: How far are these hill stations from Delhi?

Lansdowne is 250 km or about 6 hours, Mussoorie 280 km or 6 to 7 hours, Nainital 300 km or 7 to 8 hours, Ranikhet 350 km or 8 to 9 hours, Chopta 450 km and Auli 500 km, the last two usually with a night halt on the way.

Q: Can we combine multiple hill stations?

Yes. Our Kumaon Explorer covers Nainital, Ranikhet, Kausani and Almora in 5 to 6 days, and we can build any other combination around the time you have.

From the Queen of Hills to snow-covered slopes — Mussoorie, Nainital, Auli, Chopta, Lansdowne and the Kumaon circuit. Made for families, couples and anyone who needs the mountains for a while.

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Six Hill Stations Worth the Drive

Each has a different pace — lakeside bustle, colonial quiet, or snow at 2,800 metres. Pick the one that fits your week.

Mussoorie

2,005 m

The Queen of Hills

Nainital

1,938 m

Lake District of India

Auli

2,800 m

Skiing paradise

Chopta

2,680 m

The mini Switzerland

Lansdowne

1,706 m

Peaceful cantonment town

Ranikhet

1,824 m

The Queen's Meadow

Scenic escapes, comfortable stays

Choose Your Hill Station Getaway

Every package includes a private vehicle with a hill driver, verified hotels, breakfast and dinner, and a coordinator on call. Dates and stops can be adjusted.

2N · 3 Days

Mussoorie Weekend Escape

The classic short break. Mall Road evenings, a cable car up Gun Hill, and a slow morning in Landour among colonial cottages and cafés.

₹7,499 per person

Mall Road · Kempty Falls · Gun Hill · Landour cafés · Company Garden

3N · 4 Days

Nainital Lake Retreat

Boating on Naini Lake, a ropeway up to Snow View, and a day trip out to the quieter lakes at Bhimtal and Sattal. Easy walking throughout, which makes it a favourite with families.

₹32,999 per person

Naini Lake boating · Naina Devi Temple · Snow View Point · Bhimtal · Mall Road

4N · 5 Days

Auli Snow Adventure

India's best-known ski slope at 2,800 m, reached by one of Asia's longest ropeways. Guaranteed snow between December and March, with Nanda Devi filling the horizon.

₹12,999 per person

Auli ropeway · winter skiing · Gorson Bugyal · Joshimath · Nanda Devi views

3N · 4 Days

Chopta–Tungnath Trek

Meadows, rhododendron forest and the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680 m. Stays are simple camps and guesthouses, which is exactly the point.

₹9,499 per person

Tungnath Temple (3,680 m) · Chandrashila summit · Chopta meadows · Deoria Tal

2N · 3 Days

Lansdowne Peaceful Retreat

A cantonment town with almost no traffic and a lot of pine. The closest hill station to Delhi on this list, and the quietest weekend you can book.

₹5,999 per person

Tip N Top viewpoint · Bhulla Lake · War Memorial · St. Mary’s Church · nature walks

5N · 6 Days

Kumaon Explorer — Multi Hill Station

Four Kumaon hill towns in one loop, ending with the Kausani sunrise over a 300 km stretch of Himalayan peaks. The most you can see in under a week.

13,499 per person

Naini Lake · Ranikhet golf course · Kausani sunrise · Almora bazaar · tea gardens

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Day by day

Sample Itineraries

A day-by-day breakdown of our two most requested hill station tours. Tap any day to expand.

Delhi → Nainital

300 km drive (7–8 hrs), evening at Mall Road

Depart Delhi early and drive up through Rampur and Haldwani, reaching Nainital in 7–8 hours. Check into your hotel, then spend the evening walking Mall Road along the edge of Naini Lake as the lights come on across the water.

Overnight Nainital

Nainital Full Day

Naini Lake boating, Naina Devi Temple, Snow View ropeway, Tiffin Top

A full day in town. Start with boating on Naini Lake, then visit the Naina Devi Temple on its northern shore. Take the ropeway up to Snow View Point for Himalayan views, and finish with the short hike or pony ride up to Tiffin Top.

Overnight Nainital

Bhimtal & Sattal

Day trip to the quieter lakes, boating and bird watching

Drive out to the lower lake belt — Bhimtal with its island café, Sattal’s cluster of seven interconnected lakes, and Naukuchiatal. Excellent for boating and bird watching, and far quieter than Nainital itself. Return in the evening.

Overnight Nainital

Nainital & Departure

Morning shopping at the Tibetan Market, departure to Delhi

Spend the morning shopping at the Tibetan Market for woollens and curios, then check out and begin the drive back to Delhi, arriving by evening.

Overnight Trip ends

Delhi → Mussoorie

280 km drive (6–7 hrs), check-in, Mall Road evening walk

Early morning departure from Delhi, ideally by 6–7 AM. The drive runs via Meerut and Dehradun and takes 6–7 hours with breaks. Arrive in Mussoorie by afternoon and check into a hotel with valley views. Spend the evening on Mall Road for street food, shopping and a long sunset. Dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight Mussoorie

Mussoorie Sightseeing

Kempty Falls, Gun Hill cable car, Company Garden, Camel’s Back Road

After breakfast, head to Kempty Falls, 15 km away and one of the best known waterfalls in the region. Take the cable car up Gun Hill for panoramic views that include Bandarpunch and the Gangotri peaks. Spend the afternoon at Company Garden and Municipal Garden, then walk Camel’s Back Road for sunset. Dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight Mussoorie

Landour & Departure

Landour cafés, Char Dukan, Lal Tibba viewpoint, return to Delhi

Start early with a visit to Landour, the quieter twin of Mussoorie, walking past colonial-era cottages. Stop at Char Dukan for breakfast, then continue to Lal Tibba, the highest point in Mussoorie, for 360-degree views. Check out by noon and drive back to Delhi, arriving by evening.

Overnight Trip ends

Clear expectations, no hidden costs

What's Included

Hotel accommodation, 3-star or 4-star as per package
All meals — breakfast and dinner daily
Private vehicle with an experienced hill driver
All tolls, parking and permit charges
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Trip coordinator available 24/7 on call
First-aid kit in vehicle
Bonfire arrangement where available

Entry tickets to monuments and parks, paid directly
Boating, ropeway and cable car charges
Skiing equipment and instructor at Auli
Adventure activities such as paragliding
Lunch and snacks during travel
Personal expenses — tips, shopping
Travel insurance

Know before you go

Best Time to Visit

Summer for the lakes and meadows, winter for the snow. Monsoon is the one window to plan around.

March – June

Summer Escapes

November – February

Winter Wonderland

July – September

Monsoon

Temperature Guide
Destination	Summer (Apr–Jun)	Winter (Nov–Feb)
Mussoorie	15–30°C	1–10°C
Nainital	12–27°C	0–10°C
Auli	10–20°C	−8 to 5°C
Chopta	8–20°C	−5 to 5°C
Lansdowne	15–30°C	5–15°C
Ranikhet	12–27°C	2–12°C

On the way up

Road Trip Tips

Motion Sickness

Hill roads are winding all the way up. Carry medicine and take it before you start.

Start Early

Leave Delhi by 6 AM to clear traffic and reach the hills before dark.

Road Conditions

Roads can close during heavy rain or snow. We check status the day before travel.

Network

Patchy in remote stretches. Download offline maps before you leave the plains.

Fuel

Fill up in the plains. Stations are sparse and often shut early in the hills.

Your Driver

All our drivers are locals who have driven these curves for years. Self-driving is not recommended.

Before you leave home

What to Pack

April to June

Summer

November to February

Winter

April to June

Summer

Getting there

How to Reach

Garhwal hill stations run through Dehradun, Kumaon through Kathgodam. Pickup is included either way.

By Air

Nearest Airports

By Train

Nearest Stations

By Road from Delhi
Destination	Distance	Driving Time
Mussoorie	280 km	6–7 hours
Nainital	300 km	7–8 hours
Lansdowne	250 km	6 hours
Ranikhet	350 km	8–9 hours
Auli	500 km	12 hours, usually with a night halt
Chopta	450 km	11–12 hours, usually with a night halt

Before you ask

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hill station is best for families with kids?

Nainital is the easiest choice — boating, a zoo, cable car rides and short flat walks. Mussoorie also works well, with more shopping and food on Mall Road to keep everyone occupied.

Which hill station is best for couples or a honeymoon?

Mussoorie, and Landour in particular, has the cosy café and sunset-point atmosphere most couples are after. For privacy and snow views, Auli or Chopta are better. We also arrange honeymoon add-ons such as candlelight dinners.

Can we see snow?

Yes. Auli has reliable snow from December to March and is the place to go for skiing. Chopta stays snow-covered from November to March. Mussoorie and Nainital get occasional snowfall in January and February.

Is it safe to drive to hill stations?

Yes, but hill roads need an experienced driver. All our drivers are locals who know these routes well. We do not recommend self-driving if you are not used to mountain roads.

How far are these hill stations from Delhi?

Lansdowne is 250 km (about 6 hours), Mussoorie 280 km (6–7 hours), Nainital 300 km (7–8 hours), Ranikhet 350 km (8–9 hours), Chopta 450 km and Auli 500 km, the last two usually with a night halt on the way.

Can we combine multiple hill stations?

Absolutely. Our Kumaon Explorer covers Nainital, Ranikhet, Kausani and Almora in 5–6 days, and we can build any other combination around the time you have.

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