Top 10 Places of Uttarakhand For A dreamy Honeymoon Trip

04 Jun 2021 by Swati Mamgain

 Honeymoon Places in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is also known as “Dev Bhumi” because many incidents from Hindu mythology occurred in this state.  In today's busy city life Uttarakhand is a place where one can get peace of body, mind, and soul. Besides being romantic and a thrilling place, it can also be a place where you can come to have peace of mind too.  Its rich natural beauty makes it a perfect Hill Stations for couples to enjoy their vacation, Snowfall in Uttarakhand, and create some sweet memories. A place like Chopta, Auli which is as beautiful as Switzerland, and Mussoorie which is the queen of hills, never fails to create interest among the Indian couples but also among the foreign couples. Here is the list of some of the top Honeymoon destinations in Uttarakhand.

1. Auli

With the fascinating hill station, salubrious weather, the majestic hills, Auli is truly blessed with nature’s unadulterated view that makes this destination a perfect honeymoon destination in Uttarakhand. What is as good as together witnessing the astounding views of Nanda Devi, Hathi Parvat, Trishul, and Nilkanth. Make sure to ride a Gondola ride for a superb experience. There are some romantic stays for honeymooners in this stunning destination. This land is renowned as the skiing destination of India. Auli is dotted with apple orchards, oaks, and deodars.

On your honeymoon trip make sure to explore some of the stunning places like- Trishul Peak- the three Himalayan mountain peak of Western Kumaon together forms the Trishul Peak. One can get a view of this peak from Kausani or during the Roopkund trek, Joshimath- also known as Jyotirmath and is a hill town nestled at a height of 6150feet in the Chamoli district of Uttarkhand.

Make sure to visit Joshimath that is the winter home of Lord Badri as the idol is shifted from Badrinath to Joshimath in the winter season, Gurso Bugyal- is a tranquil wide meadow famous for its lush green pastureland and oak trees. Visit this tranquil place with your partner for some beautiful memories, Chenab Lake- is an artificial lake that serves as a reservoir for the residence of Auli. There are other places too that truly need to be visited during your honeymoon trip.

2. Mussoorie

What can be as fascinating as enjoying your honeymoon trip to the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie? It is truly a famous getaway for honeymooners. The scenic places, the salubrious weather, the backdrop of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas, and the Doon valley are what mesmerizes every honeymooner. Make sure to explore some of the astonishing places here like- Kempty falls- located on the way between Dehradun- Mussoorie road, this place is a stunning place to witness.

The pond formed at the bottom of the falls makes this spot perfect for swimming and bathing, Gun Hill- is the second highest peak of Mussoorie and offers marvelous views of the highest Himalayan ranges- Bunderpunch, Srikanth, Pithwara, and the Gangotri group and yes the tranquil views of the Mussoorie town and Doon Valley, Lal Tibba- is nestled on the top of the Depot Hill in Landour and is almost 6kms from Mussoorie. It is the highest point in the area.

This place offers stunning views of the Nilkanth peak in Badrinath, Kedarnath peak, up to the Banderpoonch range of the 3 peaks with the highest rising to 6316m. This place is also considered as the perfect sunset and sunrise point, Lake Mist- plan a visit to Lake Mist with your sweetheart as it is one of the most beautiful places in Mussoorie.

Enjoy boating at Lake Mist and explore every corner of this pristine lake, Cloud’s end - visit this place of some breathtaking views that offer like of Aglar river valley. This place is surrounded by thick oak and deodar forests. Just spend some time here with your partner and indulge in hiking, hill-climbing, and serene nature walks, Dhanaulti- is located around 62kms from Mussoorie and is an offbeat destination nestled at a good height of 2200m above sea level.

Make sure to visit some of the astounding places here like- Dhanaulti Adventure Park, Eco Park, Apple Orchard Resort, Deogarh Fort. There are other lots of places to visit in Mussoorie like Mall road, Company Garden, Jwala Devi temple, Char Dukan, Benog Wildlife Sanctuary, George Everest, Mussoorie lake, and Jharipani Falls. Plan your honeymoon trip to Mussoorie and create some beautiful memories for a lifetime.

3. Nainital

A perfect destination for Honeymooners, this stunning hill station is nestled at the green foothills of the Kumaon ranges in the Himalayas. It is located at an elevation of around 1938m. this astonishing hill station is developed around the pristine Naini Lake. Here is the list of some of the astounding places to explore with your partner- Naini Lake- is in a crescent shape and is one of the most famous lakes of the Kumaon region. It is renowned for boating and for offering mesmerizing views of sunrise and sunset, Tiffin Top- also called Dorothy’s Seat.

It is truly a superb picnic spot. One can capture a complete view of the town of Nainital from here. Do not miss to visit this stunning beauty and get indulge in some activities that are enjoyed here like- rappelling, and rock climbing, Snow View Point- is just 3kms off Nainital. It offers one the mesmerizing views of the majestic Himalayas draped in the blanket of milky-white snow. One can also capture the picturesque views of all 3 major peaks- Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot peaks together from this point, Naina Peak- is the highest peak of Nainital at a height of 2615m.

Due to the high altitude and tranquil trails, this peak is famous among hikers and trekkers. It is also known as China Peak and is renowned among couples for its romantic sunrise and sunset. There are other lots of places to explore like- high Altitude Zoo, Mall Road, Eco Cave Gardens, Nainital Ropeway, Land’s End, Naina Devi Temple, Hanuman Garhi, and a lot more other places too.

4. Kausani

Plan your honeymoon trip to the beautiful Kausani that is one of the astounding hill destinations in the state of Uttarakhand. Capture the astounding views of Bandarpoonch, Trishul, and Panchachuli peaks with your partner that will surely mesmerize you. On your trip to Kausani explore some of the astounding places like- Rudradhari caves and falls- located just 12kms and is bounded by paddy fields and green pine forests, Anashakti Ashram, Lakshmi Ashram, Sumitranandan Pant Museum, Kausani Tea Estate.

There are other places too that truly need to be visited- Gwaldam- a pretty village sandwiched between Garhwal and Kumaon and offers pretty small lakes. Capture some enchanting views of peaks like Nanda Devi, Trisul and Nanda Ghuti, Pinnath, Baijnath temple, and Bageshwar. Enjoy trekking and hiking with your partner here for a thrilling experience.

5. Ranikhet

Queen’s Meadow or Ranikhet is truly the honeymooner’s delight. With its pleasant climate, and natural beauty Ranikhet is one of the most loved destinations among newlyweds. Indulge in some of the loved activities here with your partner for some thrilling experience like- Trekking- Ranikhet has numerous trekking spots that one can enjoy.

Some to include- trek from Chaubatia Orchards to Holm Farm and the other trails include Chaubatia to Bhalu Dam, Meghdoot to Jhula Devi Temple, Paragliding- visit the Wildrift Paragliding camp that is around 12kms ahead of Ranikhet. The takeoff point for this spot overlooks a wide valley floor that is convenient for the beginners too, Golfing- Ranikhet is popular for having the best golf courses in India and is just 5kms from the town of Ranikhet, and fishing- enjoy fishing in the Bhalu dam before taking the permission from the forest department.

Apart from all the activities, one can explore some pretty places here at this destination like- Bhalu dam- an artificial lake that is surrounded by idyllic forests. It is truly a fantastic picnic spot. One needs to indulge in a 3kms trek to reach this place, Haidakhan Babaji temple- which is devoted to the Haidakhan-an incarnation of Lord Shiva. It is one of the serene places to pay a visit, Kalika- is around 6kms from the majestic hill station of Ranikhet.

This stunning town is surrounded by thick lush green forests and snow-capped mountains. This place is renowned for holding the Kalika temple and the golf course. Make sure to visit for a splendid experience. There are other places too that truly need to be visited on your honeymoon trip to Ranikhet.

6. Munsiyari

The Little Kashmir- Munsiyari is truly a worth visiting destination located in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarkhand.This place is perched between the borders of India, Tibet, and Nepal. There are several places that one should visit on their honeymoon trip to Munsiyari- Birthi Falls- which offers an extremely refreshing experience and is surrounded by lush greenery. It is truly an ideal place to spend some time in tranquillity, Maheshwari Kund- is truly a mesmerizing place to witness.

It is just a few km walk from Musiyari, Panchachuli Peak- is visible from all the main points of the beautiful Pithoragarh district. The marvelous beauty of these five peaks is so captivating, there are other places too that one can witness like- Khaliya top, Kalamuni top, Betulidhar, Thamari Kund, Maheshwari Kund, Nanda Devi Temple, and Darkot. Enjoy skiing at Munsiyari that is one of the popular winter sport here. So make sure to spend your honeymoon vacation at this stunning destination to make some sweet memories for a lifetime.

7. Lansdowne

Make sure to explore the quaint little hilly town Lansdowne on your honeymoon trip. This place is laden with oak and pine forest and is heaven for bird watchers. There are some superb places to witness with your partner that will surely mesmerize you. Choose from the list to visit some of the mind-blowing places like- Tarkeshwar Mahadev temple-is located atop a hill at 2092m. it is one of the ancient holy sites devoted to lord shiva, Bhulla Lake- is one of the most loved picnic spots among tourists. It is a tranquil lake that is maintained by the Indian army.

Spend some tranquil time here with your partner and enjoy boating here, Tip N Top- also called Tiffin top is a very small hilltop viewpoint that is nestled just 1.5kms from the main city of Garhwal. It is considered one of the best places to watch the skyline. Enjoy a night's stay here with your partner and make some memories in the peaceful atmosphere, Bhim Pakora- can be reached after indulging in good 2kms trek downhill. This place is quite stunning.

There are two big stones one above the other perfectly balanced and the stone can be moved with a finger and it never falls, Kalagarh Tiger Reserve- is a stunning wildlife sanctuary that is around 13kms from Lansdowne that is rich in flora and fauna. One can spot tigers, barking deer, hog deer, goral, sambhar, porcupines, and other exotic animals. Visit this sanctuary for some thrilling experience. There are other places to visit during your honeymoon trip to Lansdowne.

8. Dhanaulti

On your honeymoon trip explore this superb hill destination- Dhanaulti for a surreal vacation. This tranquil hill town is nestled beautifully amid the lofty Himalayas and provides superb places to witness like- Surkanda Devi temple- a famous temple located near Kaddukhal and is around 8kms from Dhanaulti, Dashavatar Temple- this temple dates back to the Gupta Empire and is enshrined by Lord Vishnu. This temple is renowned for its pretty architecture, Deogarh Fort- one of the famous attractions constructed in the 16th century.

This fort has several murals, Eco-Parks of Amber and Dhara, Barehipani, Joranda Falls, and Aloo Khet- or the Potato farm one of the offbeat places to explore in Dhanaulti. It is spread across the large strips of land that are owned by the government and some other private farmers. There are other places too that truly need to be witnessed during your honeymoon vacation. One can even indulge in trekking, valley crossing, and sky walking in the stunning Dhanaulti.

9. Chakrata

Visit this small hill town on your honeymoon trip for a surreal experience. This place is located at a height of 6948 feet and is renowned for its coniferous forest, treks, caves, and yes pretty ancient temples too. Mountain climbing and trekking are some of the most loved activities to involve in Chakrata. It is truly a paradise for every traveler. The climate here is truly amazing throughout the year. This place is surrounded by coniferous forests, gushing waterfalls and offers fantastic views of the Himalayas.

Make sure to visit the most stunning places here in Chakrata with your partner hand in hand and make some pretty memories for a lifetime. Tiger Falls- is truly a hidden gem, located in the lap of serene nature. These falls are truly among the best places to spend some tranquil time. Enjoy camping, picnic, and waterfall rappelling here at Tiger fAll, Deoban- provides majestic views of the Himalayan ranges and is surrounded by dense deodar forests. It is home to varieties of Himalayan Woodpeckers, white collared blackbirds, and green Backed tit. Take 15 minutes to walk from here and reach Vyas Shikhar where Vyas wrote Mahabharata, Budher Caves- is located about 30kms from Chakrata.

Budher cave is also called Miola caves this cave is said to be dug by Pandavas during their exile before the Mahabharata war. The caves are formed out of limestone rocks with brilliant stalagmite and stalactite formations, Chilmiri Neck- is one of the peak points. One can view the Rohini Peak, Swarga Peak, and the Banderpoonch Massif from this very point. The forest surrounding Chilmiri Neck offers great opportunities for bird watching as this place is home to pretty migratory birds, Ram Tal Horticultural Garden- this place is one of the fantastic places to explore during your honeymoon trip and is situated just 9kms from Chakrata on the Chakrata-Mussoorie route.

This garden is home to the very famous Black-headed Jay, Grey Treepie, and Oriental turtle dove. The main attraction here is the apple garden and a natural pond. There are other places too that one can visit during their honeymoon trip for a tranquil experience.

10. Binsar

The beautiful destination Binsar is nestled at a distance of around 33kms from Almora. Plan your honeymoon trip in this superb land that is renowned for the tranquil beauty of the snow-laden Himalayan peaks. This place is set amid a forest covered with oak, pine, rhododendron, and deodar trees. This pretty destination holds pretty green meadows, serene temples, and the very famous Binsar wildlife sanctuary.

It is truly a trekker’s paradise. This place has a zero point that offers a 360-degree view of the Himalayan ranges that includes Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Shivling, and Trishul. One requires a good 2kms trek to reach the zero point. Witness the sunset and sunrise views from this place with your partner that will surely mesmerize you. There are some astounding places to explore on your Honeymoon trip to Binsar- Bindar Wildlife Sanctuary- for a thrilling and exotic experience visit the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary that is home to musk deer, gorals, leopards, jungle cats, black bear, foxes, barking deer and many other animals.

One can even capture the panoramic views of the Himalayas. Just witness the wilderness with your better half, Bineshwar temple- this temple was built in the 16th century and constructed by King Kalyan Chand of the Chand Dynasty and is renowned for its pretty architectural grandeur, Golu Devata Temple- another renowned temple of Lord Gollu or Lord Shiva is one of the most famous temples here in Binsar.

Visit this temple with your partner to seek the blessings of lord shiva. This temple is also called the temple of million bells as one can find many bells caressed by the winds that are hung by the devotees as an act of offering. There are other places too that one can visit during their honeymoon trip to Binsar.

If you are planning for a trip to Uttarakhand with your newly married couple, here are the best Honeymoon Packages for you.

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