10-Day Nature Itinerary in India

  1. Day 1: Delhi to Rishikesh
    6 hours 30 minutes (164 miles)

    Hike to Neer Garh Waterfall or book a bungee jumping adventure at Jumpin Heights.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    30 minutes (1.3 miles) from previous location

    Start with yoga at The Beatles Ashram. Enjoy a sunset at Triveni Ghat Aarti Ceremony.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh to Jim Corbett National Park
    4 hours 30 minutes (110 miles)

    Watch exotic birds at Kosi River, followed by a jungle safari at Bijrani Zone.

  4. Day 4: Jim Corbett National Park
    30 minutes (6.4 miles) from previous location

    Track the endangered Bengal tiger at Dhikala Lodge and enjoy a natural spa at Corbett Waterfall.

  5. Day 5: Jim Corbett National Park to Auli
    8 hours 10 minutes (221 miles)

    Learn skiing at world-class facilities at Auli Ski Resort and camp overnight at Gurso Bugyal.

  6. Day 6: Auli to Nainital
    5 hours 40 minutes (137 miles)

    Visit the serene Naini Lake and hike to the Tiffin Top (Dorothy's Seat) for a panoramic view.

  7. Day 7: Nainital to Binsar
    3 hours 30 minutes (85 miles)

    Take a safari to see the snow leopard at Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary and trek to the Zero Point for a 360° view of the Himalayas.

  8. Day 8: Binsar to Chaukori
    2 hours 20 minutes (66 miles)

    Relax and rejuvenate at Chaukori Tea Gardens and revel in the Himalayan range at Koteshwar Mahadev Temple.

  9. Day 9: Chaukori to Munsiyari
    3 hours 50 minutes (92 miles)

    Immerse in nature at Maheshwari Kund Trek and spot a Himalayan black bear at Khalia Top Trek.

  10. Day 10: Munsiyari to Delhi
    13 hours (340 miles)

    Retreat with a dip at Birthi Falls and skywatch at the Darkot Pass with a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Drop off at Delhi Airport.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jumpin Heights bungee jump (2 hours, Rs 3,500)
  • The Beatles Ashram (2 hours, Rs 150)
  • Triveni Ghat Aarti Ceremony (1 hour, free)
  • Bijrani Zone jungle safari (2 hours, Rs 4,000)
  • Dhikala Lodge (2 hours, Rs 8,000)
  • Auli Ski Resort (4 hours, Rs 1,200)
  • Naini Lake (2 hours, Rs 200)
  • Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, Rs 1,000)
  • Chaukori Tea Gardens (2 hours, free)
  • Maheshwari Kund Trek (4 hours, free)
  • Khalia Top Trek (4 hours, Rs 1,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs 19,150

Useful Tips

If you have more time, extend your retreat in Rishikesh for a white-water rafting adventure and add the Taj Mahal in Udaipur. If you have less time, cut down your stay in Jim Corbett National Park or skip either Binsar or Chaukori.

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