Day 01 : Nainital – Sattal - (Cycling 42-44 Km.)
On your arrival you will be received at Kathgodam and driven to Nainital.
Today we will have an orientation ride to Sattal on the country road as we pass some villages to reach Sattal. Sattal is an interconnected group of seven freshwater lakes situated in the Lower Himalayan Range near Bhimtal. The lakes sit at an altitude of 1370 meters, below lush orchards in the Mehragaon valley. Set amongst dense forests of oak and pine trees, Sattal is one of the few unspoiled and unpolluted freshwater biomes in India. These lakes are a paradise for migratory birds.
Overnight Nainital
Day 02: Nainital – Mukteshwar - (Cycling 48-51 Km.)
Today after breakfast we will set out on the road leading to Mukteshwar via Bhowali. It is a beautiful ride through Oak and Deodar forests with picturesque views of the hills and the valley below. Mukteshwar is surrounded by a magnificent oak and rhododendron forest, it commands a breathtaking view (380 KM.) of Garhwal, Kumaon & Nepal snow ranges.
We will have lunch enroute and reach our destination
Overnight Mukteshwar
Day 03: Mukteshwar – Jalna - (Cycling 50-52 Km.)
Get ready for you’re the views of the Himalayan ranges today. It is a gradual uphill ride through pine trees that opens up to very picturesque landscapes. Located amidst Oak trees and terrace farmlands, Jalna offers great views of the valley and the snow-capped mountains.
Overnight Jalna
Day 04: Tour Ends
Today post breakfast we start the ride with a thrilling downhill ride of about 20kms. You can expect to touch some spine tingling speeds on your bicycle on this stretch. The total ride is about 50 kms and a good combination of uphill and downhill rides. Post lunch we pack and prepare for departure.
Drop to Kathgodam Rly station.
Special note: We also customize cycling trips as per your requirements :)
Day 1: Chanfi (Bhimtal) – Our representative shall meet you at Kathgodam Station. From there we shall head to Chanfi. Bhimtal which would take an hour and a half. Check in at Glamping Tales and relax. Have early lunch at 12:30 pm and get your bikes ready for a ride to Naukuchiatal.
Cyclists who would like to have a boat ride can opt for the same and then cycle back to the property for overnight stay. Dinner and over for the day.
Day2: Chafi to Mukteshwar (40kms) – Today we would be riding all the way uphill to Mukteshwar which is one of the most popular locations in the Kumaon Region of Uttarakhand. Mukteshwar is at an altitude of 2000 mts plus. You get to see the panoramic range of the Himalaya Peaks till Nepal; it also has orchards throughout the ride. You shall be staying at Rakesh Rana campsite which is in the midst of Forests. You shall reach by lunchtime. Post lunch, relax and enjoy your stay. Evening post tea you cyclists can go for a hike of about 3-5 kms and be back at the property. Evening BonFire and Overnight stay.
Day3: Mukteshwar – Nainital (45-50kms) – Today have an early morning breakfast. And we head for Nainital. We shall be covering a total distance of approx 50 kms. We should reach our destination by 1 pm in the afternoon. Have lunch and relax and then visit Mall Road Nainital, go boating or spend time at the famous eating joints. Head back to the property and enjoy your meal and every rider shares their experiences.
Day4: Wake up early in the morning and we head for a hike to China Peak. This trail shall take you through the dense forest and when you reach the top you get the best view of Nainital. Click pictures and make memories for life time. Head back to the property. Freshen up and you are ready to leave.
Uttarakhand, formerly known as Uttaranchal is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the "Devabhumi" (literally "Land of the Gods") due to numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state. Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai regions. It borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north; the Sudurpashchim Pradesh of Nepal to the east; the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the south and Himachal Pradesh to the west and north-west. The state is divided into three divisions, Garhwal, Kumaon and Gairsain with a total of 13 districts. The winter capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city of the state, which is a rail head. Gairsain, a town in Chamoli district is the summer capital of Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhand has many tourist spots due to its location in the Himalayas. There are many ancient temples, forest reserves, national parks, hill stations, and mountain peaks that draw large number of tourists. There are 44 nationally protected monuments in the state.[106] Oak Grove School in the state is on the tentative list for World Heritage Sites.[107] Two of the most holy rivers in Hinduism the Ganges and Yamuna, originate in Uttarakhand. Binsar Devta is a popular Hindu temple in the area.
Uttarakhand has long been called "Land of the Gods" as the state has some of the holiest Hindu shrines. Besides, Auli and Munsiari are well-known skiing resorts in the state. The state has 12 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, which cover 13.8 percent of the total area of the state. They are located at different altitudes varying from 800 to 5400 metres. The oldest national park on the Indian sub-continent, Jim Corbett National Park, is a major tourist attraction.
Vasudhara Falls, near Badrinath is a waterfall with a height of 122 metres (400 ft) set in a backdrop of snow-clad mountains. The state has always been a destination for mountaineering, hiking, and rock climbing in India. A recent development in adventure tourism in the region has been whitewater rafting in Rishikesh. Due to its proximity to the Himalaya ranges, the place is full of hills and mountains and is suitable for biking, trekking, climbing, skiing, camping, rock climbing, and paragliding. Roopkund is a trekking site, known for the mysterious skeletons found in a lake, which was featured by National Geographic Channel in a documentary. The trek to Roopkund passes through the meadows of Bugyal.