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Family-Friendly 6-Day Itinerary for Dehradun, Mussoorie, and Rishikesh in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Dehradun
    30 minutes (15.4 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Begin your trip by exploring the capital city of Uttarakhand, Dehradun. In the morning, visit the famous Robber's Cave and explore the cave and waterfall. After that, head to the Mindrolling Monastery, one of the largest Buddhist centers in India. Lastly, visit the famous Paltan Bazaar for some local shopping in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Mussoorie
    1 hour 20 minutes (22.6 miles) from Dehradun

    Experience the beauty of the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie. In the morning, visit the Kempty Falls to enjoy the scenic beauty and take a dip in the cool waters. After that, head to the Gun Hill to witness the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas. In the evening, visit the Mall Road for some local shopping and food.

  3. Day 3: Mussoorie
    20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Mussoorie

    In the morning, visit the famous Lal Tibba, the highest point in Mussoorie. Take a trek to the mountain top and enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas. After that, head to the Cloud's End to witness the beauty of the dense forests of Mussoorie. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire night at your hotel.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    2 hours 20 minutes (47.5 miles) from Mussoorie

    Get ready to experience the spiritual town of Rishikesh. Start with a visit to the famous Beatles Ashram in the morning, where the Beatles practiced meditation in 1968. After that, head to the Laxman Jhula Bridge and witness the beautiful sunset. Lastly, go to the Triveni Ghat in the evening to witness the Ganga Aarti.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    20 minutes (5.4 miles) from Rishikesh

    Get ready for some adventure in the morning and visit the Shivpuri camp for river rafting. After that, head to the famous Neer Garh Waterfall to take a dip in the cool waters. In the evening, visit the Swarg Ashram and enjoy the serene beauty of the Ganges.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    20 minutes (5.5 miles) from Rishikesh

    End your trip with a visit to the Rajaji National Park. Enjoy a wildlife safari and witness the beauty of nature. After that, head back to Rishikesh in the evening and enjoy some local food and shopping.

Recommendations

Apart from the above itinerary, you can also visit the Jharipani Falls in Mussoorie, take a dip in the natural hot water springs in Kempty, go for a bungee jumping experience in Rishikesh, and trek to the Patna Waterfall. You can also plan a side trip to Haridwar, which is just an hour's drive from Rishikesh. To maximize your fun, try to plan your trip during the summer season or during a festival to experience the culture and traditions of Uttarakhand.

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