8-Day Almora Itinerary from Rudrapur to Jageshwar Dham

• Day 1: Rudrapur to Almora
  3 hours (57.6 km) from Rudrapur

  Begin your journey from Rudrapur and head to Almora located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Almora is a picturesque hill station that boasts of beautiful views of the Himalayas and ancient temples.

• Day 2: Nanda Devi Temple, Almora
  23 minutes (10.5 km) from Almora

  The Nanda Devi Temple is a popular Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Nanda Devi. The temple's intricate carvings and beautiful location make it a must-visit attraction for tourists.

• Day 3: Bright End Corner, Almora
  6 minutes (2.7 km) from Nanda Devi Temple

  Bright End Corner is a scenic viewpoint that offers mesmerizing views of the sun rising and setting over the Himalayas. The viewpoint is surrounded by lush greenery and is perfect for nature lovers and photographers.

• Day 4: Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary and Zero Point, Almora
  1 hour 9 minutes (30.4 km) from Bright End Corner

  Visit the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, a natural habitat for a variety of wildlife species such as Himalayan black bear, leopard, and barking deer. Zero Point is a popular trekking trail within the sanctuary that offers stunning views of the Kedarnath and Nanda Devi peaks.

• Day 5: Jageshwar Dham Temple, Almora
  2 hours 32 minutes (107 km) from Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary

  Jageshwar Dham Temple is a famous temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple features intricate carvings and houses over 100 small and big temples reflecting the culture and heritage of India.

• Day 6: Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum, Ranikhet
  37 minutes (18.7 km) from Jageshwar Dham Temple

  The Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum in Ranikhet is a popular attraction showcasing the history and glory of Indian Army's Kumaon Regiment. The museum features a vast collection of arms, ammunition, and other war memorabilia.

• Day 7: Chaubatia Orchard, Almora
  1 hour 48 minutes (52.6 km) from Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum

  The Chaubatia Orchard is located in the serene surroundings of Almora and is home to different fruit orchards, including apples and peaches. Visitors can take a stroll and relish the delicious fruits or take photos amid the picturesque location.

• Day 8: Departure
  2 hours 31 minutes (75 km) from Chaubatia Orchard

  Make your way back to Rudrapur to end your trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Nanda Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
• Bright End Corner (30 minutes, free)
• Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary and Zero Point (3 hours, INR 250 per person)
• Jageshwar Dham Temple (1 hour, INR 150 per person)
• Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
• Chaubatia Orchard (1 hour, INR 50 per person)


• Total Estimated Costs: INR 500 per person

Transportation

Travelers can hire a taxi or a self-drive car to get around the locations. Estimated travel costs would be around INR 3000 per person for a trip (excluding fuel costs) and would take approximately 3 hours from one location to another.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can also visit Golu Devta Temple, Katarmal Sun Temple, and Kasar Devi Temple. If you have less time, you can skip the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum or Chaubatia Orchard.

Airports

The nearest airport to Almora is Pantnagar Airport (PGH), located at a distance of 116 km from Almora city center.