Mukteshwar Tours

Mukteshwar Tours

Mukteshwar. Standing at an elevation of 2286 meters, Mukteshwar is a tourist charm whose pristine beauty entices visitors from far and wide. It is at a distance of 51 kms from Nainital. This place is associated with a legend of Lord Shiva gifted immortality or "mukti" to a demon that he slew. our offers you Mukteshwar tour packages to have idyllic holiday at this secluded retreat endowed with breathtaking views of Himalayas, Fruit Orchards and dense coniferous forests.

Mukteshwara veteninary research institute with flower blooming all over the place and the views of the snow clad mountains being incomparable.The place has lot of trekking and camping opportunities, The fruit orchard of apple,plum, apricot and peach extend all the way from Ramgarh to Mukteshwar with small children vying for your attention trying to sell fruits picked up from the nearby trees. Apart from the enjoying the natural beauty one can scale the stairs to the top of the hill to visit a century old shiva temple.

Day 01:  Delhi – Mukteshwar

Pickup from Delhi Railway Station/Airport, drive to Mukteshwar. 335 Kilometer by road. Check in to Mukteshwar Hotel/ Resort. Rest and relax for the day. Overnight stay at Hotel/ Resort.

Day 02:  Mukteshwar Local Sightseeing

Have your breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Mukteshwar Local Sightseens, Satbhunga, Choli ki Jali, and Activity point, Ghorakhal Temple, Tea Garden etc, Overnight stay at the Hotel/ Resort.

Day 03:  Mukteshwar – Delhi Dep.

After early breakfast, check out from the hotel and then drive back to Delhi. On Arrival to Delhi, transfer to Railway Station / 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 Air:

The nearest domestic airport is Pantnagar Airport (Airport Code: PGH), situated approximately 95 km southwest of Mukteshwar (about 3 hours scenic drive via Kathgodam, Bhowali, and Ramgarh). Regular scheduled flights connect Pantnagar with New Delhi (IGI) and Dehradun. Alternatively, New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is 345 km away.

By Train:

Kathgodam Railway Station (Station Code: KGM) is the principal railhead serving Mukteshwar, located just 62 km away (approximately 2.5 hours drive through the mountains). Prominent trains connecting Kathgodam include:

• New Delhi – Kathgodam Shatabdi Express (Train 12040/12039): High-speed morning express reaching Kathgodam from New Delhi in 5.5 hours.
• Ranikhet Express (Train 15014/15013): Daily overnight express from Jaisalmer, Jaipur, and Old Delhi Junction (DLI) to Kathgodam.
• Kathgodam Express / Uttar Sampark Kranti (Train 15035/15036): Daily direct service from New Delhi (NDLS).
• Private and shared taxis operate round the clock from Kathgodam Station to Mukteshwar via Bhowali.

By Road:

Mukteshwar is smoothly accessible from Delhi NCR and major Uttarakhand cities via well-maintained national highways:

• From Delhi NCR (~345 km / 7.5 to 8 hours): Drive via the Delhi-Meerut Expressway (NE-3), NH-9 through Hapur, Moradabad bypass, Rampur, Bilaspur, Rudrapur, Haldwani, Kathgodam, Bhowali, Ramgarh, and Mukteshwar.
• From Nainital (~51 km / 2 hours): A picturesque mountain drive winding through Bhowali and Ramgarh fruit valleys.
• State & Private Luxury Buses: Regular UTC buses and deluxe Volvo coaches operate daily from ISBT Anand Vihar, New Delhi, to Haldwani and Kathgodam with frequent local connecting taxis to Mukteshwar.

Mukteshwar features an extraordinary blend of ancient Shiva temples, sheer rock-climbing cliffs, hidden jungle cascades, British colonial institutions, and fruit-laden orchards:

1. Mukteshwar Dham Shiva Temple (350-Year-Old Hilltop Shrine)

Perched on the highest cliff of Mukteshwar at 2,312 meters, Mukteshwar Dham is a revered 350-year-old Shiva shrine housing a sacred white marble Shivalinga with a copper yoni. Surrounded by idols of Brahma, Vishnu, Parvati, Hanuman, and Ganesha, the temple courtyard offers an incomparable vantage point where devotees witness sunrise and sunset over the glittering snows of Nanda Devi and Mount Trishul.

Mukteshwar Dham — 350-Year-Old Sacred Shiva Temple Perched on the Highest Ridge of Mukteshwar

2. Chauli Ki Jali (Dramatic Rock Cliffs & High-Altitude Rappelling)

Located right behind the Mukteshwar Temple, Chauli Ki Jali is an awe-inspiring natural cliff edge dropping thousands of feet into the valley below. Characterized by curious porous rock formations, folklore says touching the natural rock lattices grants blessings for fertility. Today, it is the premier adventure hotspot in Kumaon for rock climbing, rappelling, zip-lining, and watching fiery crimson sunsets across the Himalayan horizon.

Chauli Ki Jali — Dramatic Natural Rock Formations and Premier Cliff Rappelling Spot in Mukteshwar

3. Panoramic Himalayan Snow Peak Viewpoint (Trishul & Nanda Devi Vista)

The high ridgeline of Mukteshwar provides one of the widest and clearest panoramic views of the Greater Himalayas in India. On unclouded mornings between October and March, visitors can view the majestic snow walls of Nanda Devi (7,816 m), Mount Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Nanda Kot, and the Panchachuli group glowing in shades of pure gold and amber.

Majestic Himalayan Snow Barrier Seen from the High Ridgetop of Mukteshwar

4. Bhalu Gaad Hidden Waterfall & Forest Stream Trek (7 km)

Tucked away in the dense oak and pine jungles near Debal village (7 km from Mukteshwar), Bhalu Gaad is a pristine 60-foot natural waterfall cascading over mossy boulders into a clear turquoise natural swimming pool. A 2 km guided forest nature trek crossing wooden log bridges and burbling mountain streams leads to this secluded jungle oasis.

5. Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI — Established 1893)

Spread over an expansive estate of oak and deodar woods, the IVRI campus was founded by the British colonial administration in 1893 as the Imperial Bacteriological Laboratory. Visitors can explore the colonial stone architecture, the heritage library preserving vintage scientific manuscripts, and the historic British Inspection Bungalow where legendary hunter-conservationist Jim Corbett stayed while tracking man-eating tigers.

6. Mukteshwar Town Ridge & Scenic Sunset Point

The winding mountain ridge of Mukteshwar is dotted with stone bungalows, pine-shaded cafes, and observation decks where travelers gather every evening to watch breathtaking Himalayan sunsets paint the valleys in crimson and indigo hues.

Scenic Mountain Ridge of Mukteshwar Shaded by Dense Oak, Pine, and Fruit Orchards

7. Kumaon Fruit Orchards (Apples, Plums, Peaches & Apricots — Ramgarh Circuit)

Along the winding road connecting Mukteshwar with Ramgarh, visitors can stroll through vast privately owned and cooperative fruit orchards. During summer (May to July), the trees are heavy with ripe red apples, golden apricots, sweet plums, and velvety peaches available fresh from the bough.

8. Sitla & Peora Heritage Villages (Quiet Pine Walking Trails)

Located on adjacent rolling hills, the peaceful hamlets of Sitla and Peora offer untouched rural Kumaoni charm, traditional stone slate-roofed houses, organic herb farms, and tranquil nature walks through ancient pine and rhododendron woods.

9. Starscapes Astronomical Observatory & Dark Sky Stargazing

Thanks to its high altitude, minimal light pollution, and crystal-clear mountain atmosphere, Mukteshwar is an internationally acclaimed destination for astronomy. The Starscapes Observatory offers visitors guided stargazing sessions through computerized optical telescopes to view planets, lunar craters, nebulae, and the glittering Milky Way.