Route: Delhi - Binsar - Jageshwar - Bhimtal - Delhi

Journey description:

Day 01 - 19th October 2019 (Saturday):

Arrive Delhi

Welcome to the national capital of India - Delhi. Get insights about the upcoming journey during a briefing session with Kush Sethi, your tour expert, over dinner.

Day 02 - 20th October 2019 (Sunday):

Delhi

Step out for a two-part walking tour that explores the "garden-to-table" concept. Start with a foraging experience at Lodhi Garden, where you earn about the edible produce of the area. And then travel to a nearby restaurant, where the chefs will prepare a family - style meal for you, using the freshly-harvested ingredients. Later, explore New Delhi and visit Humayun's Tomb.  

Day 03 - 21st October 2019 (Monday):

Delhi / Kathgodam / Binsar

Arrive by train at Kathgodam, a little town at the base of the Kumaon Himalayas and drive up to Binsar, about 4 hours away, where we continue our journey deeper into the hills at the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary - a haven for bird watchers. Stop over to meet the Panchachuli Women Weavers of Kumaon, who knit premium handloom products that the area is known for. And in the evening sit around a bonfire and exchange stories with the nocturnal calls of the jungle surrounding you.

Day 04 - 22nd October 2019 (Tuesday):

Binsar / Jageshwar

After a wholesome breakfast amidst nature, we retrace the ancient pilgrim route between Binsar and the Jageshwar Valley, which passes through verdant forests and picture-perfect villages and finishes at the Jageshwar Valley - home to one of the oldest temples in the world, dating back to the 10th century. Stay at an eco-friendly lodge, set amidst dense cedar and pine forests.

Day 05 - 23rd October 2019 (Wednesday):

Jageshwar

Start your morning with a Yoga session and spend the day exploring the valley, dotted with natural pools and ancient caves. Visit the Herbal Garden to get insights into indigenous varieties of rare herbs and wild medicinal plants, followed by the fascinating Archeology Museum which houses some rare and ancient artifacts collected and preserved over time. 

Day 06 - 24th October 2019 (Thursday):

Jageshwar / Bhimtal

On arrival at Bhimatl, check in to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy an engrossing session with Peter Smetacek - "the Butterfly Man of India" - at his butterfly museum and research centre, which houses a captivating collection of unique butterflies and moths. Then head out for a walk in the surrounding area, led by Peter himself, spotting and learning more about the fascinating world of butterflies. 

Day 07 - 25th October 2019 (Friday):

Bhimtal

Head out to a farm at the nearby village and get insights into rural life as you help a family with their daily chores. Leave your "Green Mark" in the himalayas by planting a tree in the village. For lunch, feast on simple yet delicious Kumaoni dishes, made with organic farm produce. Post lunch, you can relax around the farm, spottinh rare Himalayan birds or learn more about the "Himalayan Hamlets" project, which is working on bringing about socio-economic upliftment for the locals through Responsible Village Tourism initiatives.

Day 08 - 26th October 2019 (Saturday):

Bhimtal / Kathgodam / Delhi

Post a leisurely breakfast, we check out and drive down to Kathgodam to catch our train back to Delhi.

Day 09 - 27th October 2019 (Sunday):

Depart Delhi

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the flight to onward destination.

What's Included:

- journey led by an expert resource;

- accommodation based on twin / double sharing basis for 11 nights and 12 days;

- lunch and dinner as per program;

- all transfers, journeys and excursions by appropiate air-conditioned vehicles based on the number of guests;

- all entrance fees at the places of interest based on the program;

- assistance on all arrival, departure and during the journey;

- drinks with the welcome dinner on first night;

- garden tour in Delhi;

- air conditioned train ride;

- trek through forest to a temple;

- farm visit;

- interactive session with butterfly man of India;

- porterage at airport and hotels;

- all currently applicable taxes;

What's not included:

- flight ticket;

- all personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, telephone calls, shopping etc.;

- meals not included and mentioned in the program;

- personal fees for cameras at the places of visit, depends on size of camera and equipment;

- any international airfare or domestic airfare (which is quoted separately);

- all flight schedules and airfare are subject to change till the time of final booking;

- any Visa fee (all nationalities require an entry visa prior to arrival in India).

Booking, Cancellation and Amendment fee:

Booking:

1. 25% of Journey cost to be paid at the time of booking;

2. Remaining payment to be paid 70 days prior to Journey;

3. If booking is made within 70 days of the journey, full payment is required to confirm the Journey;

4. Payment can be made by bank transfer;

Cancellation:

1. Up to 70 days prior to Journey - 10% cancellation fee shall be applicable;

2. Between 69 - 50 days prior to Journey - 25% cancellation fee shall be applicable;

3. Between 49 - 31 days prior to Journey - 50% cancellation fee shall be applicable;

4. Less than 30 days prior to Journey - 100% cancellation fee shall be applicable;

Name Change:

1. Accommodation: Free of cost up to 72 hours before arrival;

2. Flights: A fee of 55 euro per person, per sector shall be applicable along with any change in the ticket fare;

3. Trains: A fee of 5 euro per person, per sector shall be applicable.