Immortalized by the legends of Corbett, Kumaon lies in the Himalayan belt to the west of Nepal. In the foothills is Corbett National Park, noted for tiger, elephant, leopard, deer, Himalayan black bear, wild boar, and the gharial. Higher up are enchanting hill resorts of Kumaon - India's peak district.
Drive to Nainital or train up to Ramnagar and transfer to Nainital. Check into your mountain resort. The Nainital region is called the Switzerland of Asia because of the presence of so many lakes. Evening leisurely walks around the lake past colonial-style villas and the Church of St. John in the wilderness. Walk up to Naina Peak for stunning views of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi or take a boat across the lake. Overnight Nainital.
Morning visit lakes at Bhimtal and SatTal. After lunch, drive to Ramgarh hunting lodge via Bhowali. Check into the lodge. The lodges are situated amongst orchards and pine forests. Later visit Mukteshwar, famous for its temples. Overnight Ramgarh.
Drive to Binsar via Almora, the cultural capital of Kumaon, established in 1560, and founded by the Chand dynasty. Visit Jogeshwar, famous for the 164 ornamented temples built by the Chand rajas. Proceed to Binsar, one of the most scenic spots in the area offering excellent views of the snow-clad peaks. Check into a mountain resort. Overnight Binsar.
Drive to Kausani. Check into the hotel. Kausani offers a 300 km wide view of the Nanda Devi group of mountains. It was here that Mahatma Gandhi wrote his commentary on the Gita. Later excursion to Baijnath, a small town with distinctively carved 12th and 13th-century kauri temples on the banks of the river Gomti. Also visit Bageshwar, Kumaon's most important pilgrimage centre which has several temples and two sacred pools. Overnight Kausani.
After breakfast, depart for Ranikhet, a quaint cantonment established in 1869. Check into the hotel. Day at leisure to enjoy peaceful walks. The twin peaks of Nanda Devi can be clearly seen. Optionally enjoy a game of golf or visit the Fruit and Garden Research Station. Overnight Ranikhet.
Drive to Corbett National Park through a scenic forest road. Check into your forest resort. Evening at leisure at the riverside. Overnight Corbett.
Early morning elephant safari accompanied by a naturalist. Optional elephant/jeep safari in the evening. Evening at leisure at the riverside. Overnight Corbett.
Drive to Delhi.