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Kausani is one of the most spellbinding hill stations in Uttarakhand. Nanda Devi, Trishul and Panchachuli are the three peaks which make for a distinct view from Kausani. Previously known as Valna, this place is blessed with many attractions and a sight of sunset so captivating, that it is sure to leave you completely enchanted. A perfect getaway for honeymooners, nature lovers and vacation makers, this beautiful place offers a picture perfect view of snow clad Himalayas.
Day 1: Kathgodam - Kausani
Pick-up from Kathgodam Railway Station, drive to Kausani. check in at hotel & relax, evening free for individual activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: Kausani Local Sightseeing
Have your breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Kausani Local Sightseens, Anasakti Ashram, Tea Garden, Sumitranandan Pant Gallery, Rudradhari Falls, Lakshmi Ashram Enjoy Himalaya darshan from hotel or view point, evening free for individual activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Kausani - Kathgodam
After early breakfast, drive back to Kathgodam. On arrive Kathgodam, transfer to Railway Station.
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By Air:
The nearest domestic airport is Pantnagar Airport (Airport Code: PGH), located approximately 165 km south of Kausani (around 5 hours scenic drive via Kathgodam, Bhowali, Almora, and Someshwar). Regular scheduled flights connect Pantnagar to New Delhi (IGI) and Dehradun. Alternatively, New Delhi International Airport (DEL) is 395 km away.
By Train:
Kathgodam Railway Station (Station Code: KGM) is the dedicated railhead for Kausani, located 132 km away (approximately 4 to 4.5 hours drive through the mountains). Prominent trains connecting Kathgodam include:
By Road:
Kausani features scenic, all-weather highway connectivity with Delhi NCR and major Uttarakhand cities:
Kausani offers an extraordinary blend of Himalayan viewpoints, Gandhi heritage ashrams, sprawling tea plantations, ancient river temples, and jungle waterfalls:
The spiritual centerpiece of Kausani, Anasakti Ashram (also known as Gandhi Ashram) is the historic bungalow where Mahatma Gandhi resided in 1929 during his Kumaon tour. Enchanted by the peaceful deodar woods and glowing snow peaks, Gandhi penned his commentary on the Bhagavad Gita titled Anasakti Yoga here. The ashram houses a museum preserving original photographs, letters, spinning charkhas, and a peaceful prayer hall overlooking the Trishul and Nanda Devi peaks.
Anasakti Ashram — Mahatma Gandhi's Historic Meditation Hermitage in Kausani
The defining highlight of visiting Kausani is watching the magical sunrise and sunset over the 300 km Himalayan snow barrier. At dawn, the first rays of the sun bathe the snowy summits of Mount Trishul (7,120 m) and Nanda Devi (7,816 m) in radiant golden and copper hues, while dusk transforms the white peaks into a fiery crimson and pink canvas that lingers long after dusk.
Golden Glow on the Sacred Summit of Mount Trishul (7,120 m) Seen from Kausani
Sprawling across 208 hectares at an altitude of 1,800 meters, the Kausani Tea Estate is the highest tea plantation in Uttarakhand. Established to revive organic Himalayan tea cultivation, the estate produces premium orthodox whole-leaf black and green teas (marketed under the Girias brand) exported to international markets including the USA, UK, and Germany. Visitors can tour the lush terraced tea slopes, witness leaf processing at the factory, and sample freshly brewed teas.
Lush Terraced Slopes of the 208-Hectare Kausani Organic Himalayan Tea Estate
Located 16 km from Kausani on the banks of the holy Gomati River, Baijnath was the historic capital of the Katyuri Dynasty (Kartikeyapura). The magnificent 12th-century stone temple complex is dedicated to Lord Shiva (Vaidyanath) and Goddess Parvati, featuring intricate Nagar-style stone carvings, ancient Shivalingas, and a tranquil riverside promenade filled with sacred Golden Mahseer fish.
Baijnath Ancient 12th-Century Katyuri Stone Temple Complex on Gomati River, Near Kausani
Surrounded by dense emerald pine forests and terraced paddy fields on the Almora-Kausani road (near Kantali village), Rudradhari Falls is a natural cascading waterfall plunging down rocky cliffs. A gentle 1.5 km forest nature trek through fragrant pine woods leads to the falls and the adjacent ancient rock-cut cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
Located in the heart of Kausani, this heritage museum commemorates the celebrated Hindi Chhayavadi poet Sumitranandan Pant, who was born here in 1900. The gallery houses his handwritten manuscripts, personal library, prestigious awards (including the Jnanpith and Sahitya Akademi awards), and personal memorabilia preserved in his ancestral home.
Established to empower local rural Kumaoni women artisans, the Kausani Shawl Factory operates traditional wooden pit looms producing hand-woven Pashmina shawls, Angora stoles, Tweed woollen jackets, and traditional Kumaoni blankets. Visitors can watch live weaving demonstrations and purchase certified authentic woollen garments.
Built by King Som Chand of the Chand Dynasty in the picturesque Someshwar Valley, this historic Shiva temple features classical Kumaoni stone craftsmanship and is surrounded by rolling green paddy fields and peaceful apple orchards along the Kosi River.
Perched on a high ridge overlooking the Kosi Valley (accessible via a scenic 5 km uphill forest trail through oak and pine woods), Pinnath features an ancient temple dedicated to Bhairon and offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Greater Himalayas and surrounding valleys.
Duration: 02 Nights / 03 Days
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