Haldwani Tour Packages

Haldwani Tour Packages

Haldwani is the third most populous city in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Being situated in the immediate foothils of Kumaon Himalayas, Haldwani is known as the "Gateway of Kumaon". The name "Haldwani" is an anglicized version of the Kumaoni word "Halduvani" (literally "forest of Haldu"), named after the tree of "Haldu" (Kadamb), known to botanists as Haldina cordifolia. The Haldu trees were found in abundance prior to deforestation for agriculture and settlement.

Day 1:   Pantnagar - Haldwani

Pick-up from Pantnagar Airport, drive to Haldwani. check in at hotel & relax, evening free for individual activities. Overnight stay at hotel.

 

Day 02:  Haldwani Local Sightseeing

Have your breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Haldwani Local Sightseens, Gaula Barrage, Sanjay Van, Hedakhan Ashram etc Evening free for individual activates. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

 

Day 03:   Haldwani - Pantnagar

After early breakfast, drive back to Pantnagar. On arrive Pantnagar, transfer to Airport.

 

Tour concludes but sweet memories remains

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

 

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra

• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

Reaching Waniin Maharashtra is straightforward and supported by extensive multimodal connectivity, linking the destination with Delhi, regional transit junctions, and major cities across northern India.

• By Air (Aviation Hubs):The nearest primary airport isDr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur / Nanded Airport (IATA Code: NAG / NDC), situated roughly 135 km away (2.3 hours to Nagpur Airport via 4-lane NH-44 (3.5 hours to Nanded Airport) drive). Regular domestic flights link the airport with Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and major state capitals. Pre-paid airport taxi booths provide reliable direct transfers to central Wani for about ₹2,500–₹3,200. • By Train (Rail Connectivity):The closest major railway junction isWani Railway Station / Majri Junction (IRCTC Station Code: Wani / MJRI), located 1 km away (3 minutes to Wani Station (25 minutes to Majri Junction) drive). The station is served by frequent high-speed express trains, includingKazipet Pune Superfast Express, Nandigram Express, Grand Trunk Express via Majri, Nagpur Kolhapur Express, Bhagyanagar Express, Wardha Balharshah Passenger. Pre-paid auto-rickshaws, shared taxis, and private app-based cabs operate round the clock outside station exits. • By Road (Highways & Expressways): Wani is connected via 4-lane NH-347A & SH-233. The driving distance from New Delhi is approximately 1180 km (18 to 20 hours via NH-44), with smooth expressway and highway corridors. MSRTC (Shivshahi AC and Ordinary Express) operates round-the-clock buses connecting Wani directly with Nagpur (Ganeshpeth), Chandrapur, Yavatmal, Wardha, Amravati, Nanded, Pune (Shivajinagar), and Hyderabad. State transport corporations and private operators run daily sleeper, semi-sleeper, and AC Volvo buses connecting all nearby commercial hubs.

1. WCL Coal Mining Basin & Open-Cast Viewpoints (Black Diamond Capital of Vidarbha, Western Coalfields Mining & Industrial Heritage)

Known across Maharashtra as the 'Black Diamond City', Wani sits over vast subterranean coal deposits managed by Western Coalfields Limited (WCL Wani North Area). Huge draglines and dump trucks extract millions of tons of coal from sprawling open-cast mines like Ukni, Niljai, and Ghonsa that fuel thermal power plants across Western India.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Viewpoint Access with Prior Permission) •Entry Fees & Tickets:Free public viewpoint access •Recommended Visiting Advice:View the massive mining operations from authorized perimeter vantage points to appreciate the sheer scale of Central India's coal industry. 2. Sacred Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple (Wani Town) (18th-Century Basalt Stone Architecture, Deepstambh & Grand Ranganatha Rathotsav)

The foremost spiritual landmark of Wani, this historic 18th-century temple is dedicated to Lord Ranganatha (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu). Built in Hemadpanthi style with hand-carved black basalt stone columns and a grand stone Deepstambh, it hosts the vibrant annual Ranganatha Rathotsav with massive chariot processions.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM daily •Entry Fees & Tickets: Free entry • Recommended Visiting Advice:Visit during the annual Chaitra Rathotsav festival to experience traditional temple music, devotional singing, and local fair festivities. 3. Sacred Sri Narsimha & Mahadev Temples (Wani Town) (Ancient Stone Sanctums, Hemadpanthi Carvings & Peaceful Meditation Courtyards)

Historic stone temples in Wani town dedicated to Lord Narasimha and Lord Shiva, featuring ancient Hemadpanthi stone masonry, carved doorframes, and tranquil shaded courtyards that receive daily prayers and special Abhishekams during Maha Shivratri.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM daily •Entry Fees & Tickets: Free entry • Recommended Visiting Advice:Spend quiet morning moments in the stone mandapa of Narsimha temple admiring the historic stone motifs. 4. Scenic Jugad Confluence (Wardha-Penganga Sangam - Nearby) (Sacred Holy River Confluence, Ancient Shiva Ghats & Serene Riverside Vistas)

Located 25 km from Wani at Jugad, this sacred 'Sangam' marks the holy confluence of the mighty Wardha and Penganga rivers. Surrounded by fertile cotton fields, the riverbank features an ancient Shiva temple and scenic rocky ghats where pilgrims perform holy dips.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:Sunrise to Sunset daily •Entry Fees & Tickets: Free access • Recommended Visiting Advice:Pack a picnic breakfast and visit Jugad early in the morning when the sun reflects across the wide, calm waters of both converging rivers. 5. Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary (Nearby Excursion) (148 sq km Tiger Haven, Royal Bengal Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bears & Jeep Safaris)

Located 85 km southwest of Wani in Yavatmal district, Tipeshwar is one of Maharashtra's most celebrated tiger reserves. Spanning 148 sq km of dry deciduous forests and basalt hills, it is renowned for its high density of Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, Indian gaurs, and over 180 species of birds.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:Morning Safari: 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM; Afternoon Safari: 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM •Entry Fees & Tickets: Safari Gypsy ₹3,000–₹4,500 (Forest Dept Permit) • Recommended Visiting Advice:Book an advance morning safari through Sunna or Mathani gate for the best chances of photographing tigers near forest waterholes. 6. Scenic Mukutban Limestone Quarries & Natural Lakes (Nearby) (Geological Formations, Dolomite Ridges & Turquoise Blue Quarry Waters)

Located 30 km from Wani near Mukutban, this fascinating mineral region is famous for rich natural limestone and dolomite formations. Abandoned quarries have filled with groundwater to form serene turquoise-blue lakes framed by white limestone cliffs.

• Visiting Hours & Timings: Sunrise to Sunset • Entry Fees & Tickets: Free exploration • Recommended Visiting Advice:Visit with a local guide for landscape photography of the turquoise water against the stark white dolomite rock faces. 7. Wani Bazaars & Authentic Varadi-Saoji Culinary Trail (Fiery Saoji Mutton, Varadi Patodi Rassa with Jowar Bhakri, Thecha & Tarri Poha)

The authentic dhabas and family mess joints around Gandhi Chowk, Station Road, and Yavatmal Road in Wani serve legendary, intensely spiced Saoji and Varadi delicacies prepared with hand-roasted black masala and local groundnut oil.

• Visiting Hours & Timings:7:00 AM to 10:30 PM daily •Entry Fees & Tickets: Free access • Recommended Visiting Advice:Taste famous fiery Varadi Patodi Rassa (steamed besan dumplings simmered in dark spicy gravy) served with rustic hot Jowar Bhakri and garlic-green chilli Thecha, followed by sweet Nagpur orange barfi near Gandhi Chowk.