Nainital
Trip Cost Guide
Complete 2026 budget breakdown for your Nainital trip from Delhi — cab, hotel, food, sightseeing, everything.
300 km
from Delhi
3 Days
recommended
From ₹5,000-8,000
per person
₹11/km
sedan rate
₹5,000-8,000
Hostels, street food, shared rides
Per Person | 3 Days
₹8,000-15,000
Good hotels, restaurants, private cab
Per Person | 3 Days
₹15,000-28,000
Premium stays, fine dining, SUV cab
Per Person | 3 Days
Delhi to NainitalTransportation Cost
INVOICE
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios
Rate
₹11
per km
INVOICE
SUV
Innova / Ertiga
Rate
₹15
per km
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Hotel Cost
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Food Budget
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Additional expenses
Entry Fees & Ticket Prices
Monument and attraction charges
| Attraction | Indian | Foreign |
|---|---|---|
| Naini Lake Boat Ride | ₹210-310 | ₹210-310 |
| Snow View Ropeway | ₹300 (round trip) | ₹300 (round trip) |
| Eco Cave Garden | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| Nainital Zoo | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| Raj Bhavan (Governor House) | ₹50 | ₹100 |
Budget-SavingPro Tips
Stay in Tallital side for budget options, Mallital for premium lakeside views
Naini Devi Temple and Mall Road are free — spend evenings walking the lakefront
Government boat rides are cheaper than private boats at Naini Lake
Eat at Sakley's and Sonam Chowmein for iconic local food at modest prices
Visit in March-May or September-November for pleasant weather and lower rates
Combine with Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal using your Triveni cab
Complete Guide to Nainital Trip Cost
Nainital, the Lake District of India, is 300 km from Delhi — a scenic 6 to 7-hour drive through the Kumaon Hills of Uttarakhand. Built around the beautiful pear-shaped Naini Lake, this charming hill station has been a beloved retreat from the plains since the British era.
A 3-day Nainital trip from Delhi costs between ₹5,000 for budget travelers to ₹28,000 for luxury. The Naini Lake itself is free to enjoy — morning walks along the mall road with lake reflections are priceless. Main paid activities include boat rides (₹210-310), the Snow View ropeway (₹300), and the zoo.
With Triveni Cabs at ₹11/km, the round trip from Delhi costs ₹6,600 for a sedan. Having your own cab is invaluable in the Nainital district — it lets you easily explore Bhimtal (22 km), Naukuchiatal (26 km), and Sattal (23 km), each offering unique lake experiences with fewer crowds.
The ideal Nainital itinerary includes a sunrise boat ride on Naini Lake, the Snow View ropeway for Himalayan panoramas, and evening strolls along the Mall Road. For the best value, visit in March-May when spring blooms are beautiful and hotel rates are reasonable. Peak season (June and December) sees prices jump 50-80%.
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