Make this trip your own
Create your own free, personalized itinerary in seconds — then sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version
Viewed by 64 travelers

Explore Nainital in 3 Days

  1. Day 1: Nainital Lake
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Mall Road

    Start your morning by visiting the beautiful Nainital Lake, also known as Naini Lake. Take a peaceful boat ride and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. After the boat ride, head to the Tibetan Market near the lake for some souvenir shopping. For lunch, try the local delicacy, "ras", at the nearby "Sakley's Restaurant and Pastry Shop." In the afternoon, head to "Snow View Point" for a panoramic view of the Himalayas. End your day by enjoying the sunset at "Tiffin Top", also known as Dorothy's Seat.

  2. Day 2: Naina Devi Temple and Governor's House
    15 minutes (3.2 km) from Nainital Lake

    Start your day by visiting the famous Naina Devi Temple, located on the northern shore of Nainital Lake. After the temple visit, head to the Governor's House, also known as the Raj Bhavan, which is a stunning colonial-era building surrounded by botanical gardens. For lunch, try "Machan Restaurant" at the Mall Road, which offers a variety of cuisines. In the afternoon, head to "Gurney House," the former residence of Jim Corbett, which has now been converted into a museum. End your day by enjoying a peaceful walk at "Eco Cave Gardens."

  3. Day 3: Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal
    1 hour (22.7 km) from Naina Devi Temple

    Start your day by visiting Bhimtal, which is located 22 km from Nainital. Visit the "Bhimtal Lake" and take a boat ride to the "Bhimeshwara Mahadev Temple" located on an island in the center of the lake. After Bhimtal, head to Naukuchiatal, which is a picturesque town located 4 km from Bhimtal. Visit the "Naukuchiatal Lake" and indulge in some adventure activities like paragliding and kayaking. For lunch, try "The Kumaoni" restaurant, which offers authentic Kumaoni cuisine. In the evening, head back to Nainital and take a walk at the "Mall Road" for some last-minute souvenir shopping.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the "Hanuman Garhi Temple," which offers a panoramic view of the Nainital valley. You can also take a day trip to "Mukteshwar" and visit the "Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple" and "Chauli Ki Jali" for some adventure activities like rock climbing and rappelling. For adventure enthusiasts, "Jim Corbett National Park" is located just 60 km from Nainital and offers some exciting jungle safaris. Make sure to try the local "Bal Mithai" and "Singhori" sweets and shop for some handcrafted candles and shawls. You can find the best deals on hotels and flights at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

0
Like this trip? Make your own version.
A free, personalized itinerary in seconds — sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version