Scenic Delhi to Kainchi Dham Riverside Road Trip with Unique Dining Experience

Day 1: Drive and Riverside Dining

Delhi to Kainchi Dham, India on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Connaught Place, Delhi

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Wenger’s Deli, known for fresh sandwiches and coffee, open from 7am. This energizing meal prepares you for the drive ahead.
INR500, 1h0m

8:00am

Departure for Kainchi Dham

Set off on your approximately 7-8 hour scenic drive covering around 300 km northeast: Delhi to Kainchi Dham. Enjoy gradual elevation gain and lush greenery as you approach the Kumaon hills.
INR1000 (fuel approx.), 8h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Riverside Dhaba near Nainital

Stop at a popular spot like ‘The Riverside’ which offers traditional Kumaoni dishes served at tables uniquely set right in the shallow river water, providing a refreshing dining experience surrounded by nature.
INR600, 1h30m

3:00pm

Continue journey to Kainchi Dham

Post lunch, continue the drive to Kainchi Dham, taking in beautiful vistas of pine forests and terraced fields.
Included in fuel cost, 2h30m

5:30pm

Arrival and Visit Kainchi Dham Ashram

Explore the spiritual atmosphere of Kainchi Dham, founded by Neem Karoli Baba. The temple complex is open until 7pm and offers a serene place for reflection and prayer.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kainchi Riverside Restaurant

Enjoy dinner at a local riverside restaurant where some tables are partially submerged in flowing water, enhancing the tranquil dining experience with fresh Kumaoni cuisine.
INR700, 1h0m
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