3-Day Adventure and Nature Experience in Nainital on a Shoestring Budget

Day 1: Exploring Nainital

Nainital, India

7:30AM

Breakfast at the Sips & Bites

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Sips & Bites, where you can enjoy a plate of delicious aloo parathas with curd and chai.
Walk 10 minutes to Naini Lake after breakfast.
INR150, 1 hour

9:00AM

Boating at Naini Lake

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the famously serene Naini Lake, surrounded by gorgeous greenery and hills.
Boating starts from Naini Lake entry point.
INR250, 2 hours

11:30AM

Visit Naina Devi Temple

After boating, visit the Naina Devi Temple located near the lake, an important pilgrimage site with stunning views.
5-minute walk from the lake.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at the Baker's Hut

Stop for lunch at the Baker's Hut known for its unique variety of pastries and steaming hot soups.
Located near Naina Devi Temple.
INR300, 1 hour

2:30PM

Explore Mall Road

Stroll around Mall Road, where you can shop for local handicrafts, eat some street food, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
10-minute walk from Baker's Hut.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Visit Snow View Point

Take a shared taxi or cable car ride to Snow View Point for panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Taxi or cable car from Mall Road.
INR150, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Jagat ram's

End your day with local Jagat Ram's, savoring delicious Chole Bhature.
Walk back to Mall Road first.
INR200, 1 hour
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Day 2: Nature and Hiking Excursion

Nainital, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at the Cafe Chique

Start with a simple breakfast of toast and coffee at Cafe Chique to fuel your nature adventures ahead.
Walking distance from your accommodation.
INR150, 1 hour

8:30AM

Hike to Naukuchiatal

Embark on an invigorating hike towards Naukuchiatal, a beautiful lake surrounded by the forest, which takes around 2 hours.
Follow the well-defined hiking trails.
Free, 4 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at a Local Dhabha

Enjoy a simple yet delicious meal at a local dhaba, trying out Dal Makhani and Rice.
Located along your hiking trails.
INR200, 1 hour

1:30PM

Relax at Naukuchiatal

Spend your afternoon relaxing by the serene Naukuchiatal Lake, enjoying the tranquility and beautiful surroundings.
At the lake itself.
Free, 2 hours

3:30PM

Return Hike to Nainital

Hike back to Nainital, enjoying the lush greenery along the way.
Follow the same trail back.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at the Nainital Restaurant

Enjoy a local buffet dinner at Nainital Restaurant, sampling a variety of North Indian delicacies.
At the restaurants on Mall Road.
INR400, 1 hour
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Day 3: Cultural Immersion

Nainital, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Delhi Kachori Wala

Indulge in crispy kachoris and tangy chutney for breakfast, a favorite among locals.
Short walk to the little kiosk.
INR100, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Naini Peak

Take a trek to Naini Peak, the highest point in Nainital, for breathtaking views and a sense of accomplishment.
12-minute walk from breakfast spot to trek base.
Free, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mall Road Eats

Enjoy lunch at Mall Road Eats where you can relish a mix of Indian and continental dishes, perfect for refueling.
Return to Mall Road after your trek.
INR350, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit the Eco Cave Gardens

Explore the fun and educational Eco Cave Gardens that present an intricate network of caves and hanging gardens.
Take a shared taxi from Mall Road.
INR150, 2 hours

4:30PM

Stroll in the Thandi Sadak

Enjoy the serene, picturesque Thandi Sadak for a peaceful walk, surrounded by the scenic beauty of Nainital.
Walk back to the Thandi Sadak.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at the Tandoori Bites

Wrap up your adventure with a final dinner at Tandoori Bites, trying out their famous tandoori chicken and saffron rice.
Near Mall Road.
INR400, 1 hour
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