Almora Tours & Holidays
Almora Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Located in the central Kumaon region of Uttaranchal the town of Almora, otherwise known as the "Switzerland Of India" was founded in 1560. This picturesque hill station is known for its scenic beauty, gushing rivers and waterfalls and ancient temples. Stone slatted villages with terraced fields sit amongst the rolling hills. The area was once a key location for the freedom movement against the British and for a few years home to Mahatma Gandhi . There are many sites to see both in and around Almora. ...
Located in the central Kumaon region of Uttaranchal the town of Almora, otherwise known as the "Switzerland Of India" was founded in 1560. This picturesque hill station is known for its scenic beauty, gushing rivers and waterfalls and ancient temples. Stone slatted villages with terraced fields sit amongst the rolling hills. The area was once a key location for the freedom movement against the British and for a few years home to Mahatma Gandhi . There are many sites to see both in and around Almora. Bright End Corner offers unforgettable sunsets, the Chitai and Katarmal temples are examples of beautiful and intricate architecture and the Martola and Kalimutt gardens give lovely views of the Himalayas.
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Go bird watching in Binsar Sanctuary
Stroll through the oak forests at dawn or dusk and spot a myriad of birds with a local naturalist guide. The beauty and serenity of this sanctuary is best appreciated on foot and not by jeep - a true bird watchers paradise!![Enjoy a village walk](/media/cache/driver/upload/mirror/dhruv-wildfrontierstravel-com/34ac26f7_dreamstimem196281012.jpeg)
Enjoy a village walk
Get off the beaten track and explore Kumaoni villages, absorbing the stunning scenery of the Himalayas. Chat to the locals outside their elegantly converted village homes, enjoy some refreshments en route and learn more about life in this rural untouched area.![Explore the temples around Almora](/media/cache/driver/upload/mirror/dhruv-wildfrontierstravel-com/7ac37c43_KatarmalSunTempleNearAlmoradreamstimexxl102287701.jpeg)