Kathgodam Tour Packages

Kathgodam Tour Packages

Kathgodam is an important town of Nainital district within the hill state of Uttarakhand. It serves as the nearest railhead to hill station of Nainital and is an important center for trade and commerce in itself. Kathgodam, being situated adjacent to Haldwani, is considered as its twin town. Kathgodam is situated in the Bhabhar region, on the foothills of Kumaon Himalayas. It is the last railhead en route picturesque Kumaon Himalayas. Every year, Kathgodam witnesses tourists in large numbers, most of who are usually headed to hill stations like Nainital and beyond. However, there are a quite a few interesting places in and around Kathgodam that are worth visiting.

Day 1:   Pantnagar - Kathgodam

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

Day 02:  Kathgodam Local Sightseeing

Have your breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Kathgodam Local Sightseens, Sheetla Devi Temple, Kalichaud Temple, Hedakhan Ashram etc. Evening free for individual activates. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 03:   Kathgodam - 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.

By Train:

Kathgodam Railway Station (Station Code: KGM): The primary broad gauge terminus of the Kumaon region. Premium daily express trains operate from New Delhi (Kathgodam Shatabdi Express, Ranikhet Express, Uttaranchal Sampark Kranti), Kolkata (Bagh Express), Lucknow (Kathgodam Express), and Kanpur.

By Air:

Pantnagar Domestic Airport (Airport Code: PGH - 32 km south): Operates scheduled direct flights connecting New Delhi and Dehradun. Hill cabs and private rental taxis are available at airport arrivals to reach Kathgodam in approximately 45 minutes along NH-109.

By Road:

• From Delhi (~275 km / 5 to 5.5 hours): Via Delhi Meerut Expressway, Hapur bypass, Moradabad, Rampur, Bilaspur, Rudrapur, and Haldwani (NH-09 / NH-109).
• From Nainital (~35 km / 1.2 hours): Scenic mountain ascent via Jeolikote along NH-109.
• From Bhimtal (~21 km / 45 minutes): Direct mountain road via Ranibagh and Bhowali route.
• From Dehradun (~280 km / 6.5 hours): Via Haridwar, Kashipur, Bazpur, and Haldwani.
• State transport buses (UTC) and private deluxe sleeper coaches operate continuously from Anand Vihar ISBT (Delhi) to Kathgodam.

Local Transport:

Shared mountain jeeps, auto rickshaws, and private taxis wait directly outside Kathgodam railway station for all uphill destinations (Nainital, Bhimtal, Ranikhet, Almora).

Kathgodam and its surrounding foothill valleys feature historic railway architecture, scenic river barrages, and sacred shrines:

1. Kathgodam Railway Station & Historic Himalayan Rail Terminus

The iconic railway station of Kumaon, situated at the base of lush green Himalayan hills. Established in 1884, the station terminal is framed by pine hills and welcomes luxury and express trains from Delhi, Kolkata, and Lucknow, making it the beloved starting point for mountain journeys.

Kathgodam Railway Station — Historic Broad Gauge Terminus at the Foot of the Shivalik Himalayas

2. Gaula Barrage & Mountain River Promenade on Gaula River

A picturesque irrigation barrage built across the Gaula River in Kathgodam. Surrounded by rising mountain ridges, the barrage creates a scenic water reservoir that attracts birdwatchers, evening strollers, and nature lovers.

Gaula Barrage — Picturesque River Promenade and Foothill Water Reservoir in Kathgodam

3. Sheetla Devi Temple & Ranibagh Hilltop Sacred Confluence (3 km)

An ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Durga situated on a peaceful hillock in Ranibagh (3 km from Kathgodam), at the sacred confluence of the Gaula and Pushpabhadra rivers. Devotees gather here during Navratri and festive occasions for blessings and river views.

Sheetla Devi Temple — Ancient Hilltop Durga Sanctuary at Ranibagh Confluence

4. Haidakhan Vishwa Mahadham & Gautami Ganga Meditation Sanctuary

A tranquil spiritual hermitage founded by the revered Himalayan saint Haidakhan Babaji along the banks of the Gautami Ganga River. Surrounded by lush river valleys and pine groves, it is an international center for meditation and yoga.

Haidakhan Vishwa Mahadham — Peaceful Spiritual Ashram in the Gaula River Valley

5. Kalichaur Temple & Ancient Forest Solitude Sanctuary (Golapar)

A revered temple dedicated to Goddess Kali nestled within dense sal forests near Golapar, revered as a powerful place of spiritual solitude and meditation.

Kalichaur Temple — Forest Shrouded Sanctuary of Spiritual Peace Near Kathgodam

6. Ranibagh Chitrashila Ghat & Sacred Pushpabhadra Confluence

A holy river confluence where Queen Rani Jiyani performed spiritual austerities, featuring ancient stone rock inscriptions and bathing ghats.

7. Jeolikote Butterfly Village & Foothill Fruit Orchards (18 km)

A charming foothill hamlet (18 km uphill towards Nainital) known for butterfly breeding, flowering apiaries, and orchards of plums and apricots.

8. Corbett Museum & Heritage Bungalow at Chhoti Haldwani (Kaladhungi - 30 km)

The preserved ancestral stone cottage of legendary conservationist Jim Corbett, exhibiting his personal letters, hunting artifacts, and historical photographs.

9. Bhimtal Lake & Island Aquarium (21 km uphill via Bhowali Road)

The largest freshwater lake in Kumaon featuring a picturesque island aquarium in its center, reached in 45 minutes by road from Kathgodam.