An 8-day cultural journey through Kumaon

Phool Dei & Kumaon Spring – An 8-Day Cultural Journey Through Uttarakhand

This 8-day journey through Kumaon is designed around springtime village life and the seasonal practice of Phool Dei. Beginning with a rest day in New Delhi, the route moves gently into the hills via Naukuchiatal before settling into a village base in the Almora region. With unhurried days, forest walks, and time spent observing everyday rhythms, travellers experience Kumaon beyond viewpoints and monuments — with space to witness Phool Dei naturally during the village stay, without staging or haste.

Mountains

Valleys

Festivals

Communities

Slow Travel

Relaxing

Romantic

Family-Friendly

Group Activity

Peaceful

Explore Uttarakhand in

8 Days / 7 Nights

Places you’ll see

New Delhi

Naukuchiatal

Almora

Binsar

Nainital

What you’ll
be seeing

Hotel stays

Places you’ll be staying in

Phool Dei & Kumaon Spring – An 8-Day Cultural Journey Through Uttarakhand

5

Locations

1

Delhi

1 Night

2

Naukuchia Taal

1 Night

3

Almora

3 Nights

4

Binsar

1 Night

5

Nainital

1 Night

6

End of Journey

When to go

Day-wise Itinerary

8

Days

7

Nights

Distance

Local travel only

Day Highlights

Arrival
Rest and recovery
Light neighbourhood walk

Distance

300 km

Day Highlights

Gradual transition from plains to foothills
Breaks along the route to avoid fatigue
Arrival in the quieter lake settlement of Naukuchiatal
Evening by the lake or forest edge
Calm night without crowds or noise

Distance

95 km

Day Highlights

Steady hill drive with changing vegetation
Entry into mid-hill Kumaon landscapes
Arrival at a village homestay base
Orientation walk through lanes, fields, and water points
Settling into local rhythm before sunset

Distance

Local travel only

Day Highlights

Morning observation of daily village routines
Walks through terraces, orchards, and shared spaces
Understanding spring work cycles and household patterns
Conversations with hosts and neighbours
Quiet evening without scheduled activities

Distance

Local travel only

Day Highlights

Morning observation of Phool Dei if it occurs during the stay
Understanding how children, households, and lanes participate
Respectful presence without directing or photographing intrusively
If Phool Dei is not observed that morning, the day remains focused on spring village life and seasonal context
Afternoon rest and reflective village walk

Distance

25 km

Day Highlights

Short drive into oak and rhododendron forests
Gentle forest walks and ridge viewpoints
Time to sit, observe, and slow down

Distance

130 km

Day Highlights

Ridge-to-ridge drive across Kumaon
Short stops in Ranikhet’s quiet town areas
Transition towards lake country
Evening walk near water or hillside settlements
Preparation for return journey

Distance

300 km

Day Highlights

Early start for a relaxed return
Planned breaks during the plains drive
Arrival in New Delhi for onward travel

When to go

When is the best time ?

Winter

Spring

Summer

Monsoon

Autumn

Winter

Temperature

°C

Rain

mm

Wind

Km/h

What’s weather like

What’s included

Pricing & Inclusions

We believe in clarity no hidden costs. Here’s a breakdown of what’s included in your package and what falls outside it.

What’s Included

Accommodation in handpicked hotels, homestays, or eco-lodges
Breakfast on all days
Private transport with driver: fuel, toll, parking, driver TA included

What’s Excluded

Entry tickets unless specified
Meals not mentioned
Tips, snacks, laundry, personal shopping
Emergency medical costs or insurance
Optional/add-on activities beyond itinerary
Guides and experiences not mentioned under inclusions

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DO’s & DON’TS

Little things that
make a difference

Every place has its own rhythms, traditions, and ways of life. By being mindful of how we dress, interact, and carry ourselves, we show respect to the communities we meet and the environments we pass through.

Do’s

Carry a refillable bottle and cloth bags
Ask before photographing people or homes
Dress modestly in villages
Tip guides and drivers generously when satisfied

Don’ts

Don’t play loud music in natural settings
Don’t touch sacred trees or enter altars uninvited
Don’t use plastic, even packaged snacks
Don’t just take photos, ask their names

Manage your plastic

Support locals’ livelihood

Respect the locals

Travel sustainably

Our values

Travel Responsibly

Travel, connect, care. These aren’t just ideas — it’s about people, purpose, and presence. When we walk gently, listen deeply, and act mindfully, we nurture cultures, protect ecosystems, and shape a more caring future of travel.