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The Mud Fort Village Kuchesar

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The Mud Fort Village Kuchesar Enjoy the 18th century lifestyle with a modern touch. Located just 80 kms away from Delhi, the heritage property of Kuchesar is known for its hospitality since decades. Set in the lush plains of Ganga basin, this exotic hotel displays glories of Indian Empires. Experience history first-hand at the Mud Fort Kuchesar. Major Attractions Ā» Family Picnics Ā» Walk through Sugarcanes and Mango orchid Ā» Bullock Cart Rides are real fun Ā» You can enjoy activities like Dip Pool, Badminton, Indoor Games, Table Tennis, Activity Room Ā» Visit the famous Brijghat on the ganges located at a distance of about 25 kms Accomodation This heritage hotel of Kuchesar has 10 huge luxurious rooms providing all basic amenities. All the rooms are tastefully decorated keeping the royal touch. And to add to the holiday mood you can enjoy wide spread green fields and cool breeze, it helps you to relax and drop the stress off. Package Details For package detail...

Weekend Jungle Retreat at Corbett

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A weekend retreat at Corbett Wild Iris Spa & Resort, Ramnagar. A weekend retreat in the midst of Jungle away from the city at Corbett Wild Iris Spa & Resort , Ramnagar. The resort is located near village Kyari Kham in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand. We had a rejuvenating experience in the swimming pool, and enjoyed our buffets at restaurant facility. It was pleasure of discovering true nature with its rich nature surrounding ambiance with our local walks around the village and the jungle. Exploring a rich jungle of the reservoir with all the rare species of reptiles and birds near our resort was a great adventure and beautiful birds voices were meditative to the ears and mind. This place is a dream destination for the bird watchers and wild lovers, and we had a perfect experience of  Jungle. Evening Nature Walk A Local Canal near Corbett Wild Iris Spa & Resort Fun time with Family at the Swimming Pool Fresh Sugarcane Juice for High ...

Pangot A Small Paradise for Bird Watching, Nanital

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Pangot, A small paradise, Nanital Pangot is a village in the Kosiyakutoli tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India, and a tourist destination at a height of 6,300 feet.  Pangot is located about 13 kilometers from Nainital, which is a popular hill station. The drive to here passes through the forested area of Cheena Peak Range via Snow View Point and Kilbury, which are birding spots. The main attraction of Pangot are its birds; around 580 bird species have been recorded in this area. One can see a variety of Himalayan species along the way such as lammergeier, Himalayan griffon, blue-winged minla, spotted & slaty-backed forktail, rufous-bellied woodpecker, rufous-bellied niltava, khalij pheasant, variety of thrushes etc. Almost 150 bird species have been recorded at Pangot and the surrounding areas. The numerous perennial & seasonal creeks are home to a variety of flora and fauna including leopards, yellow-throated Himalayan martens, H...

10 Offbeat Trips Near Delhi

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Pangot- A birdwatcherā€™s trove A charming little hill town located in the Nainital district of Uttaranchal Pangot is like a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers. With around 580 bird species been recorded in this area, you are bound to encounter a few fluttering colourful feathers. Even though itā€™s counted as one of the offbeat places around Delhi, the resorts here are gorgeous and will make your holiday worthwhile.  Binsar- Towering peaks to roaring predators Zero point in Binsar, Uttarakhand Binsar is breathtakingly surreal! From the vivid view of the Trisul and Nanda Devi to its lush wildlife sanctuary, Binsar has it all to lure your wanderlust. Perched up at 2400 meters above sea level, it is one of the highest hill station in the Kumaon region. Itā€™s still one of the fairly offbeat destinations around Delhi that is not yet commercialised by tourists.  Fagu- A hamlet of stone houses in Himachal Pradesh Fagu is an enchanting little hill town in the Kufri re...

Unexplored Nature Resorts Around Delhi Gurgaon

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Delhi has some unexplored weekend hideouts in its surroundings. These weekend getaways are good hideouts for relaxation or recreation, which are close to nature and you enjoy the beauty of the ā€œgreenā€ These nature resorts can rejuvenate you to the bone. Botanix Nature Resort Botanix Nature Resort Botanix Nature Resort is at the Damdama Village on Sohna Road (Gurgaon). It's a great place to enjoy a Day Picnic with friends and family full of adventure.    It has many adventurous rides like the flying fox, wall climbing, trekking, river zorbing ball etc. It's a nice place to spend a day among natural setting with quite a good adventure activities to lay hands on. There is also camel, horse ride for children, own swimming pool, rain dance facility, pottery making. They have buffet/ a la carte menu for breakfast/lunch and food is good. Staff is well behaved and helpful. Visit Website View Photogallery Aamod Manesar A place for Delhites an...

Weekend Getaway to Pratapgarh Farms, Jhajjar, Haryana

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Interesting place for a day out! We planned a weekend trip with friends and kids for a picnic specially during the winter. We drove from Noida around 8:30. We carried lot of stuff to eat for kids as it took us almost 3hours to reach Pratapgarh Farms. We reached there at 12:00. It is wonderful experience to drive through lush green farms with wheat grown all over. The ticket was for 699 for Adults and 375 for kids above 5yrs and below 10yrs. As soon as we entered, we saw fresh sugarcane and raddish which you can enjoy to the fullest. Kids had handful of sugarcanes and enjoyed throughout the day. Since we reached at 12:00 we were quiet hungry, so we enjoyed freshly made bajre/ makki ke roti with sarson saag or lasun ki chatni, bajre kichdi which was served all day and with unlimited serving. Then we had garam pakoras and very nice tea. Once we were done with food we explored activities around and to our surprise there was so much to do around that your whole day you can just ke...

Tree House Resort, Jaipur

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Off lately tree house concept is really picking up well. And good news for people who goes to jaipur for a weekend getaway from delhi's regular hectic life. Try The Tree House Resort, Jaipur, far from the madding crowds, 30 mins away from the historical Pink city of Jaipur on route to the national capital Delhi a perfect abode for nature lovers, a perfect escape for a harassed city dweller and from heat & dust, a final destination for those seeking a peaceful existence. An ideal place for relaxation, entertainment, sporty pastime, healthy living and much more and beyond. For Reservation: 267, OKHLA INDUSTRIAL ESTATE. PHASE III NEW DELHI-110020, INDIA. TELE: +91-11-46862772, (30 Lines), 41612107, 26823836. Mobile: +91-981000 2772, 9810092772. Fax: +91-11-46862777. Email :- reservation@ashextourism.com For Package Details http://www.ashextourism.com/treehouses/treehouse_jaipur.htm

Camp Potters Hill Shimla

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For those who think shimla is like any other hill station which is commercialised and over crowded and there is nothing new to explore then i would suggest explore potter hills. this place is not much explored and local people also are not much aware of this. Camp Potters Hill Shimla is certainly an ideal retreat for those who are nature lovers. The camp provides comfortable accommodations, along with outdoor adventure activities in several forms. Visit Their Web Site Some quick reviews I have explored this place this time when i was in shimla. Its near summer hill. A complete jungle drive with pine trees. Within the jungle this potter camp is created where you have facility to stay in cottages or tree house or tent. You can enjoy barbeques in open jungle. This place is away from hustle bustle and you are in the jungle with cold weather. You would enjoy this place if you are in group. You also have hammocks in lapse of nature where you can relax, read novel or just be lying watching...

Heritage Weekend Getaways near Delhi for Conferences by Unexplored Weekend Getaways

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Heritage Village Manesar(Gurgaon)  NH 8 Delhi-Jaipur Highway (30 minutes drive from Delhi's International Airport)  A stupendous fusion of vibrant colours and landscapes of Indian ethnicity and International eloquence makes Heritage Village Resort & Spa Manesar a unique weekend getaway fro corporate meets. The Heritage Village Manesar http://manesar.selecthotels.co.in/ ================================================= Corbett Ramganga Resort  6 hrs drive from Delhi  Corbett Ramganga Resort is located in Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal India, Known for its population of Tigers and has rafting and fishing and adventure. Corbett Ramganga Resort www.ramganga.com/ ================================================= Hill Fort Kesroli (alwar) 2.45 hrs. via Gurgaon Kesroli is the oldest heritage site in India where you can stay. Sited atop the rare, dark Hornstone Breccia rocks, it commands splendid agrarian views from its ramparts which rise to 50-65 meters/ 150-...

The Fort Unchagaon, Off Garhmukteshwar, India

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Fort Unchagaon is a heritage hotel located, 40 kms Off the Dehi-Moradabad Highway near Gurhmukteshwar, 110 kms from New Delhi & 180 kms from Agra.  Fort Unchagaon is considered an ideal mid-way between Agra and Corbett/Nainital and is situated near River Ganges.  Accommodation : Fort Unchagaon offers 23 Double rooms and Suites  Facilities:  Multi-Cuisine Restaurant  Conference Hall  Outdoor Games  Activities  * Boat Cruise  * Horse Riding  * Bullock Cart Rides  * Potter wheel experience.  * River Dolphin Sighting 

Mustard Country Village Resort, Weekend Getaway Delhi, Jaipur

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Share Mustard Country Village Resort for family weekend getaway is an exclusive and private weekend getaway near Delhi, located in Alwar, Rajasthan, a mere 2 hours drive from Vasant Kunj, New Delhi will transport you to a completely different tranquil world. At this exclusive family getaway you can relax, rejuvenate, recharge & reconnect with your body, mind and soul. You are assured of the most relaxing break at our private family getaway near Delhi. At Mustard Country family getaway take a walk in the fields or explore our orchard of amla and lemon trees. You can also experience the pleasure of hand picking organic vegetables. You might want to take some home with you. Take a dip into private pool and let the kids have a wonderful time and might need some persuasion to step out of the pool. Some of the special attractions are: During the monsoons the mountains come alive and they can take you for a short trek into the mountains to witness the reviv...

Neemrana Fort Palace, Delhi-Jaipur highway, Rajasthan

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Neemrana Fort Palace is among India's oldest heritage resorts. It is Rajasthan's closest palace from New Delhi, situated at 122 kms. on the Delhi-Jaipur highway - only 100 kms from Delhi's international airport. Sited on a majestic  plateau, concealed in a horseshoe formation of the billion year old Aravalli ranges. Built since 1464 AD, Neemrana became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III, who was killed in battle by Mohammad Ghori in 1192 AD. This picturesque site was chosen by Raja Rajdeo and Neemrana derived its name from a brave local chieftain Nimola Meo, who when defeated by the Chauhans, pleaded that his name be given to his lost kingdom. The property covers 25 acres/10 hectares and the stepped palaces of this architectural jewel cut into the hillside to sprawl over 3 acres/1.2 hectares and rises to 10 levels commanding the most splendid views. Including a vista pool to the horizon. From 1986, the ruins of this Fort-Palace have...

Timber Trail Resort, Parwanoo

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Timber Trail Resort is elegantly located at the foothills of Shivalik Ranges in Parwanoo, nearly 6 km from Himachal Haryana border, Timber Trail Resort is a refreshing escape situated so close to capital and yet so far from the city blues. Along the National Highway 22, as you cross the State border from Haryana into Himachal, Parwanoo welcomes you. An exquisite hamlet, Parwanoo is also a comfortable base station to visit a number of beautiful nearby destinations. Here is the perfect place for the businessman for meetings and conventions, the start of a great holiday for the tourist or even a respite from a long journey. Sprawling in the area of 1.6 acres, Timber Trail Resort literally cater to your every need be it luxury, serenity or recreation. Surrounded by green high hills the resort greets all its visitors with salubrious air, picturesque beauty, inspiring greenery and grand comforts. It has two resorts Timber Trail Resort and Timber Trail Heights. T...

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