Lansdowne Tour Package

Lansdowne Tour Package

Lansdowne is such one place nestled in the Garhwal Hills, which is a perfect tourist destination. A favourite holiday spot of the British, this area is presently under the protection and care of the Indian Army. There are temples and churches to visit, along with viewing points that have stunning observation platforms. The markets offer tourists a chance to mingle with the locals and admire their simplicity. Ensconced with the world’s highest and most beautiful mountain ranges – the Himalayas, naturally Uttarakhand Hills are endowed with extra ordinary beauty and most of it is unseen the outside world. A clean fresh and invigorating environment makes Lansdowne a preferred destination to relax and unwind and it is a truly experience.

The soothing and salubrious climate of this region attracts a good number of people to visit and spend their holidays here. Nature lovers and newlyweds love this hill station as it is considered a treasure trove of romance and scenic beauty. This hill station is popular since the time of the British Raj. Lord Lansdowne founded this hill station while he was the Viceroy of India (1888 – 1894). Lansdowne was developed by the British as the regimental center of the Garhwal Rifles. This place is home to various buildings and churches which were constructed during the Raj period. This place is also popular with tourists as a starting point for various adventurous activities which include trekking, paddling, boating, bird watching and more.

Day 1 :- Delhi - Lansdowne

Travel by surface from Delhi to Lansdowne on arrival check in at hotel and over night stay hotel

Lansdowne:- Lansdowne originally known as, Kaludanda, after Kalun (Black) and Danda (Hill) in local language, Lansdowne was founded and named after then Viceroy of India, Lord Lansdowne in 1887. Lansdowne was developed by the British for catering for the Recruits Training center of the Garhwal Rifles. Lansdowne was a major place of the activities of freedom fighters from British Garhwal during British period. Nowadays, the famous Garhwal Rifles of the Indian Army has its command office here

Day 2 :- Lansdowne

 After breakfast visit  in Lansdowne

Tourist attraction:-
Lansdowne like,The Garhwal Rifles Regimental War Memorial, Regimental Museum, some famous Churches and Hawaghar, after lunch we will take you to Tip in Top (Tiffin Top), an easy trek. Later enjoy Boating in Bhulla Tal (Lake)

Day 3 :- Lansdowne - Delhi

Check out the hotel further drive to Delhi concludes .

******* Tour ends with sweet memories take home *******

• Hotel accommodation
• Car according your tour plan
• Fuel, parking, toll taxes, Interstate taxes
• Welcome Drink on arrival at hotel
• Morning tea Breakfast and Dinner in Deluxe Hotel
• Only Breakfast in budget hotel

• Rail fare, toy Train charges, air fare, lunches, portage, guides, 4.0% GST, Entrance fees to places of visit,
• Damages/ claims of any kind, Expenses of personal nature like telephone calls, laundry bill etc.
• Any other services note mentioned above.

Check our complete guide on how to reach Lansdowne in Uttarakhand.

By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun, located about 148 km away. Taxis and rental cars reach Lansdowne via Rishikesh, Devprayag, and Kotdwar in roughly 4.5 hours.

By Train: The closest railway station is Kotdwar Railway Station (KTW), located just 40 km from Lansdowne. Direct trains like the Mussoorie Express and Garhwal Express connect Delhi to Kotdwar daily, from where shared taxis and buses reach Lansdowne in 1 hour.

By Road: Lansdowne is well connected by smooth roads (250 km from Delhi, ~6 hours drive). Route: Delhi -> Meerut -> Bijnor -> Najibabad -> Kotdwar -> Lansdowne. Regular buses run daily from ISBT Anand Vihar Delhi to Kotdwar and Lansdowne.

Lansdowne offers a wonderful mix of scenic viewpoints, serene lakes, colonial churches, and heritage military landmarks:

• Bhulla Tal Lake: Man-made pine-bordered lake offering paddle boating and manicured gardens.
• Tip N Top (Tiffin Top): Highest peak viewpoint for 180-degree Himalayan snow views of Trishul and Chaukhamba.
• Darwan Singh Regimental Museum: Military museum detailing Garhwal Rifles regimental history and Victoria Cross medals.
• St. Mary's & St. John's Churches: Colonial-era churches with stained glass windows.
• Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple (38 km): Ancient Shiva temple enclosed in dense, giant deodar groves.
• Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple: 500-year-old Shiva shrine located in the main town center.
• Bhim Pakora: Two massive balancing stones rooted in Pandava mythology.