Munsiyari Tour Package from Kathgodam (5 Days)
5-day Munsiyari tour from Kathgodam: Chaukori, Munsiyari, Patal Bhuvaneshwar and Almora. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹11,090 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
12° – 24°C
October in Munsiyari

Description
5-day Munsiyari tour from Kathgodam: Chaukori, Munsiyari, Patal Bhuvaneshwar and Almora. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹11,090 per person.
This 5 days 4 nights itinerary covers 10 handpicked stops, including Kainchi Dham, Chaukori, Birthi Falls and more. March–June and October–November is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 4-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Chaukori. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Munsiyari
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 2°C – 28°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Kathgodam to Chaukori
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Kathgodam in the morning. Drive from Kathgodam to Chaukori (about 221 km, 4 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Chaukori. The road climbs from the plains past Bhimtal and Kainchi Dham, the ashram of Neem Karoli Baba, then through Almora district to Chaukori, a quiet village of tea gardens and orchards facing the snow peaks. Reach by evening and watch the sunset light up the Panchachuli range. Overnight stay in Chaukori.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Kathgodam to Chaukori
221 km · ~4h 45m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kathgodam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near JageshwarAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
71 km · 1h 25m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChaukoriChaukori, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Kathgodam to Chaukori
221 km · ~4h 55m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kathgodam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kathgodam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kathgodam → Chaukori
AC Seater / Volvo · ~221 km
~4h 55m|Tentative fare ₹240–₹670
- Arrive in Chaukori
Chaukori, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kathgodam to Chaukori
Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Kathgodam, Kathgodam (about 81 km away) for Chaukori.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Kainchi Dham
The ashram of Neem Karoli Baba beside the Bhowali–Almora road.
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Chaukori
A small hill station with tea gardens and a wide view of the Himalayan peaks at sunset.
Chaukori to Munsiyari
Today's travel: from Chaukori to Munsiyari (about 96 km, 2 hrs). Drive to Munsiyari, about four hours, via Thal and along the Ramganga. Stop at the Birthi Falls on the way and at Kalamuni Top, the high pass before Munsiyari. Check in and enjoy the view of the five Panchachuli peaks across the valley. Overnight stay in Munsiyari.
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Birthi Falls
A tall waterfall right beside the road before Munsiyari.
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Kalamuni Top
A high point on the road with a temple and views of the Panchachuli peaks.
Munsiyari sightseeing
Start early for the walk up to Khalia Top, a high meadow about 3 km from the road with sweeping views of the Himalaya (moderate climb; carry water). In the afternoon, visit the Nanda Devi Temple and the Tribal Heritage Museum, and walk to Darkot village, known for its woollen weaving. Overnight stay in Munsiyari.
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Khalia Top
A meadow at about 11,500 ft, reached by a moderate trek from Balati Bend.
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Nanda Devi Temple
A hilltop temple with a view of the Panchachuli range.
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Tribal Heritage Museum
A small private museum on the Johar valley and the Bhotiya people.
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Darkot Village
A village known for handwoven woollen shawls and carpets.
Patal Bhuvaneshwar and Almora
Today's travel: from Munsiyari to Patal Bhuvaneshwar (about 118 km, 2 hrs 30 min) and from Patal Bhuvaneshwar to Almora (about 103 km, 2 hrs). Drive back to Chaukori and on to Patal Bhuvaneshwar, a limestone cave temple entered down a narrow passage with chains for support; the formations are linked to many Hindu legends. Continue to Almora for the night. Overnight stay in Almora.
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Patal Bhuvaneshwar
A limestone cave temple reached down a narrow passage, with rock formations linked to Hindu legends.
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Almora
A ridge town with an old bazaar and evening walks on the Mall Road.
Almora to Kathgodam
A morning walk through Almora's old Lala Bazaar before starting back down to the plains. Drive from Almora to Kathgodam (about 82 km, 2 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Kathgodam. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Almora to Kathgodam
82 km · ~1h 38m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Almora
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
82 km · 1h 38m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KathgodamKathgodam, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Almora to Kathgodam
82 km · ~1h 49m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Almora
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Almora. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Almora → Kathgodam
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~82 km
~1h 49m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹280
- Arrive in Kathgodam
Kathgodam, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Almora to Kathgodam
Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam (about 37 km away) for Almora, Kathgodam for Kathgodam.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Drive down through the Kumaon hills to Kathgodam.
Tour Overview
Munsiyari is a Kumaon hill town at about 7,200 ft, facing the five peaks of the Panchachuli range. The road up passes Kainchi Dham and the tea gardens of Chaukori, and the trip comes back through Patal Bhuvaneshwar and Almora.
This 5-day, 4-night package starts and ends in Kathgodam. The route runs Kathgodam → Chaukori → Munsiyari → Patal Bhuvaneshwar → Almora → Kathgodam, about 620 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Munsiyari Tour from Kathgodam
- Kainchi Dham
- Chaukori
- Birthi Falls
- Kalamuni Top
- Khalia Top
- Nanda Devi Temple
- Tribal Heritage Museum
- Darkot Village
Inclusions in the Munsiyari Tour Package
- 4 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kathgodam for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Munsiyari Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Munsiyari Tour
Best time to visit: March–June and October–November
Route: Kathgodam → Chaukori → Munsiyari → Patal Bhuvaneshwar → Almora → Kathgodam (about 620 km in all)
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chaukori; 3-star hotel in Munsiyari; 3-star hotel in Almora, or similar.
Package Price: Cab or Bus
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Kathgodam. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹23,810 | ₹16,430 |
| 33 Persons | ₹19,710 | ₹15,020 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹17,390 | ₹12,850 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹16,070 | ₹12,000 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹13,870 | ₹11,090 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
The trip starts from Kathgodam, which is itself the railway station for this route, so no train is needed.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Kainchi Dham
- Chaukori
- Birthi Falls
- Kalamuni Top
- Khalia Top
- Nanda Devi Temple
- Tribal Heritage Museum
- Darkot Village
- Patal Bhuvaneshwar
- Almora
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
March–June and October–November is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 4 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kathgodam for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: March–June and October–November
Route: Kathgodam → Chaukori → Munsiyari → Patal Bhuvaneshwar → Almora → Kathgodam (about 620 km in all)
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chaukori; 3-star hotel in Munsiyari; 3-star hotel in Almora, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
5 days and 4 nights. It starts from Kathgodam on day 1 and you are back in Kathgodam on day 5.
Kathgodam → Chaukori → Munsiyari → Patal Bhuvaneshwar → Almora → Kathgodam. That is about 620 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹16,430 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹11,090 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Kathgodam and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. The price table shows each option for your group size.
March–June and October–November.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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