Uttarakhand Tour Packages from Kolkata: Complete 2026 Guide

Uttarakhand tour packages from Kolkata usually take 7 to 12 days including travel. Land packages start from about ₹[14000] per person, excluding train or flight fare. The most popular routes for Kolkata travellers are Kumaon (Nainital, Kausani, Ranikhet), Garhwal (Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie), and the Char Dham or Kedarnath yatra. The best times to travel are Durga Puja holidays in October, summer vacation in May–June, and the winter break from December to February for snow.

Uttarakhand from Kolkata at a Glance

Detail	Information
Distance (Kolkata to Uttarakhand)	Approx. 1,400–1,600 km by rail, depending on the route
Main Train Gateways	Kathgodam (Kumaon), Haridwar and Dehradun (Garhwal)
Main Air Gateways	Dehradun Jolly Grant (Garhwal), Pantnagar (Kumaon), or via Delhi
Train Journey Time	Approx. 25–40 hours, depending on the train and destination
Flight Time	Approx. 2–2.5 hours (Kolkata to Delhi or Dehradun)
Ideal Trip Length	7–12 days including travel
Popular Seasons from Kolkata	Durga Puja (October), summer vacation (May–June), winter (December–February)
Land Package Price	From ₹[7000] per person (excluding train/flight)
Best For	Families, senior citizens, honeymooners, pilgrims, snow lovers

How to Reach Uttarakhand from Kolkata?

By Train from Howrah (Kolkata)

Train	Route	Best For
Bagh Express	Howrah → Kathgodam	Kumaon trips: Nainital, Ranikhet, Kausani, Corbett, Munsiyari
Kumbha Express	Howrah → Haridwar → Dehradun	Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Char Dham
Upasana Express	Howrah → Haridwar → Dehradun	Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Char Dham
Doon Express	Howrah → Haridwar → Dehradun	Garhwal trips on a budget

By Air

• ✓Kolkata → Dehradun (Jolly Grant): Best for Rishikesh, Haridwar, Mussoorie, Chopta, Auli and the Char Dham. Check whether direct flights are running on your dates; if not, fly via Delhi.
• ✓Kolkata → Delhi → Pantnagar: Best for Nainital, Corbett, Kausani, Ranikhet and Munsiyari.
• ✓Kolkata → Delhi, then train: Fly to Delhi, then take the Shatabdi to Kathgodam or Haridwar, or the Vande Bharat to Dehradun. This is often the most practical combination.

🧭 SnazzyTrips Tip for Kolkata Travellers: If your holiday is 7 days or less, fly at least one way. Two days on the train each way leaves too little time in the mountains. If you have 10 days or more, the train makes a comfortable, budget-friendly journey, and many families enjoy it as part of the holiday.

Which Part of Uttarakhand Should Kolkata Travellers Choose?

Factor	Kumaon	Garhwal
Arrival Point from Kolkata	Kathgodam (Bagh Express) or Pantnagar	Haridwar or Dehradun (Kumbha, Upasana, Doon Express)
Famous For	Nainital, Kausani, Ranikhet, Corbett, Munsiyari, Kainchi Dham	Char Dham, Kedarnath, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Auli, Chopta
Best For	Families, seniors, honeymooners, nature lovers	Pilgrims, trekkers, adventure and snow lovers
Crowds	Generally quieter	Heavy on the Char Dham route in May–June
Ideal Trip	7–10 days	8–12 days

Most Popular Uttarakhand Tour Packages from Kolkata

Package	Duration	Starting Price (per person)	Best For
Auli Tour Package from Kolkata	6 Days / 5 Nights	₹18,999	Snow lovers, winter holidays
Mussoorie Tour Package from Kolkata	6 Days / 5 Nights	₹22,999	Families, honeymooners
Munsiyari Tour Package from Kolkata	6 Days / 5 Nights	₹25,750	Himalayan views, offbeat travellers
Uttarakhand Adventure Tour Package from Kolkata	6 Days / 5 Nights	₹26,999	Rafting, trekking, adventure
Kedarnath Tour Package from Kolkata	[duration]	₹[price]	Pilgrims
Adi Kailash Tour Package from Kolkata	10 Days / 9 Nights	₹57,500	High-altitude pilgrimage

Suggested Uttarakhand Itineraries from Kolkata

Itinerary 1: Classic Kumaon for Families (9 Days including train)

• ✓Day 1: Depart Howrah by Bagh Express
• ✓Day 2: On the train
• ✓Day 3: Arrive Kathgodam → Nainital (Naini Lake, Mall Road)
• ✓Day 4: Nainital sightseeing and Kainchi Dham
• ✓Day 5: Nainital → Ranikhet (Jhula Devi, Chaubatia)
• ✓Day 6: Ranikhet → Kausani (Himalayan sunset)
• ✓Day 7: Kausani sunrise → Baijnath → drive back towards Kathgodam
• ✓Day 8: Board the return train from Kathgodam
• ✓Day 9: Arrive Howrah

Itinerary 2: Haridwar, Rishikesh and Mussoorie (8 Days including train)

• ✓Day 1: Depart Howrah by Kumbha or Upasana Express
• ✓Day 2: Arrive Haridwar → evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri
• ✓Day 3: Haridwar → Rishikesh (Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan aarti)
• ✓Day 4: Rishikesh rafting (optional) → Mussoorie
• ✓Day 5: Mussoorie sightseeing (Kempty Falls, Landour)
• ✓Day 6: Mussoorie → Dehradun → board the return train
• ✓Days 7–8: Arrive Howrah

Itinerary 3: Kedarnath and Badrinath Do Dham (10–11 Days including travel)

Itinerary 4: Snow Holiday for the Winter Break (8–9 Days)

📍 Local Insight: Most Kolkata families underestimate mountain drive times. In Uttarakhand, plan for about 25–30 km per hour on hill roads. A 120 km drive can take 4–5 hours, so avoid packing more than one long drive into a day.

What Is the Best Time to Visit Uttarakhand from Kolkata?

Season	Kolkata Holiday	What to Expect in Uttarakhand
October–November	Durga Puja, Kali Puja, Diwali	Clearest Himalayan views of the year; pleasant weather; Char Dham final weeks
December–February	Christmas and winter break	Snow in Auli, Munsiyari, Chopta and Mukteshwar; cold nights
March–April	Spring break	Rhododendron bloom; pleasant sightseeing
May–June	Summer vacation	Peak season; Char Dham and hill stations busy; book early
July–September	Monsoon	Landslides and road delays; rafting closed; best avoided

🗓️ Puja Holiday Tip: Durga Puja is the single busiest travel period from Kolkata to Uttarakhand. Trains from Howrah and hotels in Nainital, Kausani and Mussoorie fill up quickly. Book your train tickets as soon as the booking window opens, and confirm hotels at least 6–8 weeks before Puja.

How Much Does an Uttarakhand Trip from Kolkata Cost?

Cost Component	Approximate Range (per person)
Train (3AC, round trip, Howrah–Haridwar or Kathgodam)	Approx. ₹8000
Flight (round trip, Kolkata–Delhi or Dehradun)	Approx. ₹8000, depending on season
Land Package (hotels, cab, sightseeing)	From ₹7000
Meals Not Included in the Package	Approx. ₹500–₹1,000 per day
Activities (rafting, ropeway, safari)	Extra, as per choice

Before publishing, fill in current fares or remove the fare rows, since train and flight prices change often.

💰 Budget Tip: Travelling just after the Puja rush (late October to November) gives you the same clear mountain views with better hotel availability and lower prices.

Uttarakhand's Special Bengali Connections

• ✓Mayavati Advaita Ashrama (Champawat district): Founded in 1899 in line with Swami Vivekananda's vision, this Ramakrishna Order ashrama near Lohaghat is a peaceful place of pilgrimage for many Bengali visitors.
• ✓Swami Vivekananda in Almora: Vivekananda travelled through Almora and meditated in the surrounding hills, including near Kasar Devi. His connection with Kumaon is remembered at several spots around Almora.
• ✓Rabindranath Tagore in Ramgarh: Tagore stayed in the orchard village of Ramgarh near Mukteshwar. The hilltop where he is believed to have stayed is known as Tagore Top.
• ✓Bengali-friendly stays in Haridwar and Rishikesh: Several ashrams and dharamshalas in Haridwar and Rishikesh have long hosted Bengali pilgrims, and simple Bengali-style meals can sometimes be arranged on request.

Before publishing, confirm any specific ashram or meal claims with your team.

Why Kolkata Travellers Choose SnazzyTrips

• ✓Local DMC since 2003: A Haldwani-based team with on-ground operations across Kumaon and Garhwal.
• ✓Train and flight planning help: We plan your itinerary around your actual Howrah train or flight timings, so you don't lose a day.
• ✓Pickup at your arrival point: Kathgodam, Haridwar, Dehradun, Pantnagar or Delhi.
• ✓Family and senior-citizen friendly: Shorter driving days, rest stops and hotels with easy access.
• ✓Transparent pricing: Clear inclusions, with no hidden costs.
• ✓Support during your trip: A local team to call if roads, weather or plans change.

Frequently Asked Questions: Uttarakhand Tour from Kolkata

How many days are needed for an Uttarakhand trip from Kolkata?

Plan 7 to 12 days including travel. With the train, allow about 2 days each way. With flights, a 6–7 day trip is enough for one region like Kumaon or Garhwal.

Which train goes from Kolkata to Nainital?

The Bagh Express runs from Howrah to Kathgodam, the nearest railway station to Nainital. From Kathgodam, Nainital is about 35 km by road, around 1–1.5 hours.

Which train goes from Kolkata to Haridwar?

The Kumbha Express, Upasana Express and Doon Express run from Howrah to Haridwar and continue to Dehradun. Check days of operation on IRCTC.

Is there a direct flight from Kolkata to Dehradun?

Direct flights between Kolkata and Dehradun have operated, but schedules change. If there's no direct flight on your dates, fly via Delhi.

Which is better from Kolkata: Kumaon or Garhwal?

Kumaon is better for relaxed family holidays with lakes and Himalayan views, and it's reachable by the direct Bagh Express to Kathgodam. Garhwal is better for the Char Dham, Kedarnath, Rishikesh, Mussoorie and Auli.

What is the best time to visit Uttarakhand from Kolkata?

October–November (the Puja holidays), March–June and December–February (for snow) are the best times. Avoid July to mid-September because of the monsoon.

How much does an Uttarakhand tour package from Kolkata cost?

Land packages start from about ₹[14000] per person, excluding train or flight. Popular packages from Kolkata include Auli from ₹18,999, Mussoorie from ₹22,999 and Munsiyari from ₹25,750.

Can I do the Char Dham Yatra from Kolkata?

Yes. Take a train or flight to Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun and start the Char Dham from there. The full yatra takes about 10–12 days from Haridwar, plus travel from Kolkata. Registration is mandatory.

Is Uttarakhand good for senior citizens from Kolkata?

Yes. Nainital, Kausani, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Haridwar and Rishikesh are comfortable for seniors. Choose itineraries with shorter driving days and a private cab.

Where can I see snow in Uttarakhand from Kolkata?

Auli, Munsiyari, Chopta and Mukteshwar usually get snow between late December and February, which suits Kolkata's winter holidays.

Should I travel to Uttarakhand during Durga Puja?

Yes. October has the clearest Himalayan views of the year. It's also the busiest time for Kolkata travellers, so book trains and hotels early.

Is Uttarakhand safe in the monsoon for Kolkata travellers?

July to mid-September brings heavy rain and landslides that can block hill roads. It's best to avoid long mountain trips in this period, or keep buffer days if you must travel.

Can SnazzyTrips book my train tickets from Kolkata?

We plan your itinerary around your train or flight. Tickets are booked by you, or we can guide you on the best trains and timings for your route.

Where do I get picked up after arriving from Kolkata?

We pick you up from Kathgodam, Haridwar, Dehradun, Pantnagar Airport, Jolly Grant Airport or Delhi, depending on your route.

Can I combine Kainchi Dham, Jageshwar and Nainital from Kolkata?

Yes. Take the Bagh Express to Kathgodam, then cover Nainital, Kainchi Dham and Jageshwar Dham in a 5–6 day Kumaon itinerary.