Plan your "Nainital Weekend Tour" and visit this mesmerizing city, Nainital is a glittering jewel in the Himalyan nec klace, blessed with scenic natural splendour and varied natural resources. Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India. The most prominent of the lakes is 'Naini' lake ringed by hills. It is believed that Naini Lake is one of the 64 Shakti Peeths, or religious sites where parts of the charred body of Sati (Parvati) fell on earth while being carried by Lord Shiva. The spot where Sati's eyes (or Nain) fell, came to be called Nain-tal or [lake of the eye.] The goddess Shakti is worshipped at the Naina Devi Temple on the north shore of the present day lake.
Day 00: Delhi - Nainital (Overnight train)
Overnight Journey to Nainital.
Day 01: Nainital
Early morning meet on arrival at Kathgodam Railway station and drive to Nainital. Arrive Nainital check in to the hotel. After breakfast whole day local sightseeing including Snow View, Dorothy Seat, Himalaya Darshan and Naina Devi Temple. Evening free for visiting Mall road and local market and you can also enjoy boating at Naini Lake. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 02: Nainital (Lake Tour) - Delhi (Overnight train)
Early morning after breakfast whole day is reserve for lake tour around Nainital including Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal. In the evening time to see the glorious view of sunset from Hanumangarh. Later transfer to kathgodam Railway station for Delhi.
Tourist Attractions in Nainital:
Following are some of the famous tourist attractions in Nainital, which you can explore while on a Nanital Tour -
Naini Lake:
This captivating lake, also called Tririshi Lake, provides facilities for boat rides and yachting.
Naina Peak:
Also known as Cheena Peak, this lofty hill offers spectacular sights of the snow-clad Himalayas and the scenic Nainital Valley.
Snow View:
This vintage point offers mesmerizing views of the Himalayas and the Tibetan borders.
St. John Church:
One of the oldest buildings of Nainital, this church was built after the British turned Nainital into a hill resort.
Sat Tal:
You can also visit this place near Nainital, situated 21 km away. Dotted with pine and oak trees, this beautiful lake has facilities for boating.