Popularly known as the Queen of Hills, this charming hill station, 34 kms from Dehradun and approx 280 kms from Delhi (7 hrs) is situated at an altitude of 2003 mts in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

Mussoorie is an excellent weekend getaway for people to enjoy cool weather and unwind from the hustle bustle of city life. Mussoorie was discovered by Captain Young, an adventurous military officer in 1827 who was lured by its extraordinary beauty.

Located on the Mussoorie-Chamba track, Dhanaulti is a dreamy, misty mountain retreat in the Garhwal Hills approx. 310 kms from Delhi about 8 – 9 hrs drive, makes a wonderful holiday getaway. At Dhanaulti time stands still. It is blissfully secluded and is a perfect to unwind and rediscover yourself.

Dhanaulti at an altitude of 2286 metres and with thick forest cover of deodar, oak, conifer, rhododendron and flame of the forest, is a paradise that makes you forget where you are.

The newly built well planned modern town nestles at a height of 1,550 metres overlooking the massive artificial lake and Tehri dam built on the Bhagirathi and Bhilangana river.

It has taken over as district headquarters of Tehri Garhwal from the Old Tehri town and was established to rehabilitate the Old Tehri, which will be submerged into the waters of the Tehri Dam. In fact New Tehri is considered to be Asia's most comprehensive and successful rehabilitation programme.

Places of interest around New Tehri are;

Tehri Dam : Tehri Dam is the tallest dam in Asia and the fourth tallest rockfill dam in the world sprawling over an area of 45 sq. kms in the Bhagirathi and Bhilangana valleys near Tehri town. It is expected to produce 2400 MW of electricity, provide irrigation and drinking water. But, the dam is being opposed by scientists and environmentalists, as it is considered to be an environmental catastrophe. Opponents of the project argue that this mamooth project is destined to be a failure.

Chamba : Charming Chamba, the idyllic resort at a height of 1676 metres is 48 kms from Narendra Nagar on the road to Gangotri. It affords spectacular views of the snow-capped Himalayas and the serene Bhagirathi valley. It has gained importance as routes for Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Tehri and New Tehri converge here. The Chamba-Mussoorie fruit belt is also famous for its delicious apples.

Lansdowne: Lansdowne is located in the Pauri district of Uttarakhand, 45 kms from Kotdwar. Unspoilt nature, bracing air and a magnificent view of the snow covered peaks inspire peace and tranquility. If you dream of the romance of the mountains than Lansdowne is the perfect place. 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 to the outside world.

A clean fresh and invigorating environment makes Lansdowne a preferred destination to relax and unwind and it is a truly rejuvenating experience. The Army Cantonment Board keeps the town fresh as a daisy. The proud Garhwal Rifles of Indian Army is headquartered at Lansdowne

The beautiful lake resort nestles amidst seven hills in a lush valley at an altitude of 1938 metres. In 1841, the British first discovered Nainital as a holiday resort. Today, the town has emerged as one of the most important hill resorts of India.

Nainital is described as, "A gem in perfect setting where graceful willows encircle and emerald mountains lake. During the day, the city with brightly colored tiny villas and bungalows and ponies, rickshaws and sailboats beckon the visitors to discover the town in its real beauty.

At Nainital indulge in boating/yatching at the Naini lake, enjoy horse riding, or just a leisurely stroll in the city market and also see Dorothy Seat, a memorial to an English lady believed to have been killed in an air crash stands here.

The spot commands a partial view of the town and the nearby region ; Khurpatal, an angler’s paradise on Nainital-Kaladhungi-Ramnagar Road ; Lariakanta, the second highest peak of Nainital and commands a glorious view of the lake region ; Land's End for magnificent view of Khurpatal and the terraced fields on the hill side ; Naini Peak, or Cheena Peak most favoured picnic spot of the town for views of the distant plains, snow clad Himalayas, and a bird's eye view of the lake ; Snow-View on Sher-ka-Danda hill connected by Ropeway.

A powerful telescope is fixed here which enables one to view the Himalayan ranges ; Nainital Ropeway which covers a distance of 705 meters with an altitude gain of 300 meters.