Pithoragarh Tour Packages

Pithoragarh Tour Packages

Pithoragarh provides a spectacular view of the landscapes. It is a small town and attracts many visitors, simply with its natural features. Pithoragarh reminds you of the magnificent Kashmir Valley; it shares some similarities like the white clad ranges, green spread out pastures and serene climate. Have an ultimate experience, up close with the nature on the border of Nepal and India, through our Pithoragarh packages. The place is dotted with numerous ancient temples and forts from the Pal and Chand dynasty.

Day 1:   Pantnagar - Pithoragarh

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

Day 02:  Pithoragarh Local Sightseeing

Have your breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Pithoragarh Local Sightseens, the Manu Temple, Kapileshwar Mahadev, Thal Kedar. Explore the history and culture of Pithoragarh by paying a visit to all these places. Enjoy a comfortable stay at night in the hotel.

Day 03:   Pithoragarh - 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 Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand is simple because all weather National Highway 9, Naini Saini Airport in town, and Kathgodam Railway Station provide reliable multi modal mountain transit connectivity. Here is your complete transit guide:

By Air

• Naini Saini Airport, Pithoragarh (NNS): Located directly in town (5 km from city center) with scheduled regional flights connecting Dehradun (Jolly Grant) and Pantnagar.

• Pantnagar Airport (PGH): Located 210 km southwest (approx 6.5 hours drive via smooth NH 9 / Almora highway with direct flights to Delhi).

• Airport Transfers: Pre paid cabs, app taxis from Pantnagar and Kathgodam, and UTC mountain buses operate regular direct highway transfers to Pithoragarh.

By Train

• Kathgodam Railway Station (Station Code: KGM): Located 175 km southwest, the premier railway terminus for Kumaon connecting express trains from Delhi, Kolkata, and Lucknow.

• Tanakpur Railway Station (Station Code: TPU): Located 145 km south on the plain border via Champawat highway.

• Connecting Express Trains: Ranikhet Express, Kathgodam Shatabdi Express, Uttar Sampark Kranti, and Bagh Express connect nearby stations smoothly across India.

By Road

• National Highway 9 (Delhi Rampur-Haldwani Almora-Pithoragarh Highway): Smooth all weather 2 lane mountain highway providing reliable connectivity across Kumaon.

• State Highway 37: Connecting Pithoragarh with Thal, Munsiyari, and Bageshwar.

• Bus Services: Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC), Kumaon Motor Owners Union (KMOU), and private operators run frequent direct AC, Deluxe, and Ordinary mountain buses between Delhi (ISBT Anand Vihar), Dehradun, Haldwani, Almora, and Pithoragarh every 15 minutes.

Local Commuting

• Shared Mountain Jeeps & Town Taxis: Readily available at Pithoragarh Bus Stand, Siltham Chowk, and KMOU Stand for quick commuting to Chandak, Kapileshwar, and Askot.

• Rental Private Cabs: Hiring a private taxi is the most convenient way to explore the regional mountain circuit covering Pithoragarh Fort, Chandak Hill, Mostamanu Temple, and Thal Kedar in a single day.

Pithoragarh and the surrounding Kumaon Soar heritage corridor offer 18th century hill forts, natural limestone cave temples, paragliding mountain ridges, and Himalayan wildlife sanctuaries. Here are the top attractions to visit during your stay.

1. Pithoragarh Fort & London Fort (1789 AD)

18th century hill fortress built by Chand rulers and Gorkha commanders atop a central hillock, offering 360 degree panoramic views of the Soar Valley and snow capped peaks.
Timings: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located on elevated ridge in town center.

2. Kapileshwar Mahadev Ancient Cave Temple (3 km)

Sacred 10 meter deep natural limestone cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, where Sage Kapila meditated, surrounded by dense pine forests and mountain paths.
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located 3 km north via village trail.

3. Chandak Hill & Paragliding Viewpoint (8 km)

Scenic mountain ridge perched at 1,830 meters elevation, famous for paragliding, pine forest walking trails, and panoramic vistas of Nanda Devi and Trishul.
Timings: Daylight hours
Fee: Free access (Adventure sports extra)
Route: Located 8 km northwest on hill road.

4. Mostamanu Ancient Rain Deity Temple (6 km)

Revered hill shrine dedicated to Mosta Devta (the deity of rain and harvest), famous for the sacred test stone and grand August September Mostamanu Mela.
Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located 6 km from town near Chandak.

5. Thal Kedar Ancient Shiva Temple (16 km)

High altitude mountain shrine perched at 2,000 meters elevation, celebrated for sacred Maha Shivaratri pilgrimages and dense oak rhododendron forest treks.
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located 16 km south via trekking trail.

6. Askot Musk Deer Wildlife Sanctuary (50 km)

High altitude Himalayan wildlife reserve safeguarding endangered musk deer, snow leopards, Himalayan monals, and alpine flowering meadows.
Timings: 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
Fee: Forest department entry fee
Route: Located 50 km northeast in Askot.

7. Dhwaj Temple & Jayanti Peak Caves (15 km)

Scenic mountain peak shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Jayanti, offering clear views of the snow clad Panchachuli mountain range.
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located 15 km north via mountain road.

8. Patal Bhuvaneshwar Underground Cave Temple (75 km)

Mystical subterranean limestone cave complex with natural stalactite formations revered as the abode of 33 crore Hindu deities.
Timings: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
Fee: Nominal cave entry ticket
Route: Located 75 km northwest in Gangolihat.

9. Pithoragarh Kumaoni Handloom & Ringal Craft Guilds

Artisan cooperatives crafting warm sheep wool Pankhi shawls, Angora wool sweaters, and hand woven Ringal bamboo baskets.
Timings: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located in Siltham Bazaar.

10. Pithoragarh Organic Himalayan Honey & Rajma Mandi

High altitude organic market trading Munsiyari white rajma, wild forest honey, timur pepper, and aromatic Himalayan medicinal herbs.
Timings: 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located in Main Bazaar.

11. Pithoragarh Traditional Sweet Marts & Halwais

Renowned local confectioneries serving authentic Bal Mithai coated in sugar pearls, Singori wrapped in Malu leaves, and Jhangore ki Kheer daily.
Timings: 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located along Cinema Line.

12. Traditional Kumaoni Pahadi Dhabas & Bhojanalayas

A delightful food street serving authentic Bhatt ki Churkani with steamed rice, Aloo ke Gutke with Bhang chutney, Chainsa, and ginger tea.
Timings: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily
Fee: Free access
Route: Located along NH 9 highway corridor.