7-Day Itinerary for Nainital

1. Day 1: Naini Lake
   10 minutes (1 km) from Nainital Bus Stand

   Enjoy a serene boat ride on beautiful Naini Lake surrounded by mountains.

2. Day 2: Eco Cave Gardens
   15 minutes (3 km) from Naini Lake

   Explore the natural caves and learn about the eco-system at this fun attraction.

3. Day 3: Tea Garden
   30 minutes (23 km) from Eco Cave Gardens

   Experience the tea-making process and enjoy picturesque views of the gardens.

4. Day 4: Mukteshwar Temple
   1 hour 10 minutes (47 km) from Tea Garden

   Visit the ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with intricate architecture and spirituality.

5. Day 5: Kilbury Bird Sanctuary
   40 minutes (17 km) from Mukteshwar Temple

   Spot beautiful birds in their natural habitat at this peaceful sanctuary.

6. Day 6: Tiffin Top
   20 minutes (3.7 km) from Kilbury Bird Sanctuary

   Take a trek to witness beautiful views of the Himalayas from this popular viewpoint.

7. Day 7: Nainital Zoo
   20 minutes (1.9 km) from Tiffin Top

   Discover a variety of rare and exotic animals, and see snow leopards up close in their natural habitat.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Naini Lake (1-2 hours, INR 200-300 for boat ride)
• Eco Cave Gardens (1-2 hours, INR 60 per person)
• Tea Garden (2-3 hours, INR 20 entry fee and INR 100 for guide)
• Mukteshwar Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
• Kilbury Bird Sanctuary (1-2 hours, INR 60 entry fee)
• Tiffin Top (2-3 hours, INR 50-100 for trekking guide)
• Nainital Zoo (2-3 hours, INR 50 entry fee)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 600-800 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the ancient temples of Almora or take a hike to Cheena Peak. For a shorter trip, you can skip the Tea Garden. Some popular nearby restaurants include Giannis for local cuisine and Sher-e-Punjab for Indian Punjabi food.