India Hill Station Trip Planner

Rajasthan:

» Mount Abu
The only hill resort of Rajasthan, crowning at the highest peak of the Aravali hills at altitude of 1220 meters. It is not the only one of the prettiest hill stations in the country, but also a major Rajput centre. Mt. Abu was dedicated to Lord Shiva before it became Jain pilgrimage center. The biggest draws for Mt. Abu are Dilwara Temples. The hill boasts of a rich vegetation and thick forest. It stands out like an oasis in arid environs.

Places of interest:
Dilwara Temple, Adhar Devi Temple, Guru Shikhar, Sunset point, Nakki Lake, etc.

Reach :
By Air: The nearest airport is Udaipur, 185 Kms.
By Rail: Nearest station is Abu Road, from here trains to Mumbai, Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad.
By Road: Udaipur 185 Kms, Ahmedabad 222 Kms, Jodhpur 326 Kms.

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Sikkim:
Gangtok - Lachung

» Gangtok
Gangtok the 'Lofty Hill' or the 'hill made flat' to build Gangtok Monastery in 1716. Cradled in the manifold splendors of nature, deep within the snow clad Himalayas is Sikkim's capital - Gangtok. Overlooking the city is the hill Lukshyma, ' the mother of pearl ' citadel of magic mountain, Khang-chen-dzodnga. Gangtok offers a hospitable base to explore the varied wonders of this highland its picturesque valleys, monasteries, mountain, lakes and trekking trails.

Places of interest:
Deer Park, Enchey Ancient Monastery, Government Cottage Industries Institute, Orchid Sanctuary, Research Institute Of Tibetlogy, Tashi View Point, Tsuklakhang.

Reach :
By Air: Nearest airport is Bagdogra.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri 126kms and Siliguri 111 kms.
By Road: Bagdogra 124 kms, New Jalpaiguri 126 kms. Siliguri 111 kms, Kalimpong 72 kms, Darjeeling 110 kms.

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» Lachung
One of the most exquisite valleys in Sikkim, Lachung is resplendent with snow-capped mountains, breathtaking waterfall and all that nature can offer. Its on the North of Sikkim highway - a highway which can boast of being one with the most beautiful surrounding. Lachung is situated at height of 8610 ft. Blessed by the goddess of nature. The most picturesque village of Sikkim, where the time stands still. Take one and half hour drive to Yumthang situated at a height of 11,800 ft, gets covered with rhododendron flowers with riot of colours bursting on each other.

Places of interest:
Yumthang flower valley, mountain trekking and village tour.

Reach :
By Air: nearest airport is Bagdogra.
By Rail: nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri 250 Kms.
By Road: Gangtok 124 Kms, Bagdogra 250 Kms.

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Tamilnadu:
Ooty - Kodaikanal

» Ooty
Known as the queen of hills and the most popular hill station in the South India. It is located in the Nilgiri hills at 2286 meter above sea level. With its rolling lawns and salubrious climate it became the important hill station in South India and the summer capital of the former Madras presidency. Ooty still has the touch of the Raj about it, with its cottages and pretty gardens and stone churches that stands among the groves of pine. Old summer palaces of maharajas are now hotels and set in their beautiful parks.

Places of interest:
Dodabetta Peak, Ooty lake, Kitty Valley View, Coonoor, Dolphins Nose, Lambs Rock, St. Catherine’s Fall and Laws Fall.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Coimbatore- 90kms.
By Rail: Nearest railway station is Coimbatore.
By Road: Well connected by major destinations of Southern India.

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» Kodaikanal
Set among the gently sloping Palani hills is the charming retreat of Kodaikanal also known as the princess of hill stations. This is one of India’s most beautiful hill stations frequented by tourists in large numbers right through the ear. The hill town is renowned for its education institutions of international repute. The pride of Kodaikanal is Kurinji flower, which blossoms once in 12 years. The hill plantation of fruits and plums are well known for their freshness and taste.

Places of interest:
Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Croakers Walk, Green Valley View, Telescope Houses, Pillar Rocks, Kurinji Andavar Temple, Silver Cascade and Bear Shola Falls.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Madurai- 120kms.
By Rail: The nearest major railway station is Madurai and Kodai Road.
By Road: Well connected by major destinations of Southern India.

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Uttar Pradesh:
Nainital - Ranikhet - Almora - Kausani

» Nainital
At 1938 meters in the Kumaon hills, this attractive hill station was once the summer capital of Uttar Pradesh. Nainital is very much a green and pleasant land that immediately appealed to the homesick Britishers, who were reminded of the Cumbrian Lake District. This is certainly one of the most pleasant hill stations to visit and there are many interesting walks through the forests to points with superb views of the Himalayas. Today the life of Nainital revolves around the lake of Naini. But there are few other lakes around Nainital which are equally beautiful and attractive as the Naini lake.

Places of Interest:
Naini Lake, Khurpatal, Bhimtal, Naukuchiyatal and Sattal, St-John’s Church, Hanumangarh & Observatory, Vantage point for snow view.

Reach:
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Kathgodam-35 kms, well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, and Agra.
By Road: Delhi – 322 kms, Lucknow - 401 kms, Bariely -141 kms, Corbett 128 kms.

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» Ranikhet
North of Nainital and at an altitude of 1829 meters, this peaceful hill station offers excellent views of the snowcapped Himalayas including Nanda Devi (7817 meters). It is an important army town and the headquarters of the Kumaon regiment. Unrivalled for panoramic views it offers added attraction of ancient temples, pretty picnic spots and quiet strolls, exciting treks of Kausani and Dunagiri. Ranikhet is a delightful place to spend some time. Besides, the golf course at Upat offers good golfing facilities.

Places of Interest:
Golf Course, Jhula Devi Temple, and Orchards at Chaubatia.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Pant Nagar- 199 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railhead at Kathgodam-84 kms.
By Road: Kathgodam-84 kms. Nainital-59 kms. Delhi-361 kms.

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» Almora
The picturesque hill station, at an altitude of 1650 meters, is one of the few not created by the British. Some 400 years ago it was the capital of the Chand Rajas of Kumaon. Its 67 kms from Nainital is famous for its exquisite temples and rich medley of fairs and festivals. Almora also offers the visitor healthy selection of treks which combine the pleasure of sightseeing with spirit of adventure the treks to Binsar 30 kms, and Jageshwar- 34 kms.

Places of Interest:
Udyot-Chandeshwar or Nanda Devi temple, Temple of Goll and Bhairab, Trekking Points.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Pantnagar-128 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Kathgodam-90 kms, well connected to all major cities.
By Road: Nanital-67 kms. Pithorgarh-122 kms. Delhi-381 kms.

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» Kausani
Nestling amongst thick, dense pine forests, atop a narrow ridge and separated from the towering mountains of the Nanda Devi range. Kausani is known for Himalayan snow-capped peaks standing in a stately row of over 300 kms, of majestic glory. The glory of snow covered peaks Trishul, Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot when the Sunrays turn them into crimson and gold at sunrise and sunset can bedazzle any viewer by its scenic grandeur and beauty.

Places of Interest:
Dwarka Ghat 55 temples, Durga Temple, Jhula Devi, Binsar Mahadev, Majkhali, Sitalakhet, Gold Crouse, Fishing.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Pantnagar-180 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Kathgodam124 kms.
By Road: Almora-53 kms, Ranikhet-79 kms, Nainital-120 kms. Delhi -410 kms.

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West Bengal:

» Darjeeling
Popularly know as the 'Queen of Hill Stations' Darjeeling is at the height of 2134 meters, offering magnificent view of Himalayan panorama including the Kanchenjunga peak. Tiger hill top, offering a breathtaking view of sunrise over Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga. Darjeeling Rangeet Valley Ropeway, a 2 kms-long journey between Darjeeling and Takvar, with fantastic overview of hills, undulating valleys and tea gardens.

Places of Interest:
Lloyd Botanical Gardens, Natural History Museum, Dhirdham Temple, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Buddhist monastery.

Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Bagdogra connects Calcutta, Delhi, Guwahati.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri, Toy train runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling.
By Road: Bagdogra 90 kms, New Jalpaiguri 90 kms, Gangtok 110 kms.


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