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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary: Rishikesh, Jim Corbett, Nainital

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Haridwar Junction

    In the morning, visit Triveni Ghat for a holy dip in the Ganges River. Afternoon, explore Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula, two iconic suspension bridges. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

  2. Day 2: Jim Corbett National Park
    5 hours (220 km) from Rishikesh

    Start early for a jeep safari in the Dhikala zone of the park. Afternoon, visit the Garjiya Devi Temple and Corbett Museum. In the evening, relax by the Kosi River.

  3. Day 3: Jim Corbett National Park
    Activities near the park

    Take a nature walk in the Sitabani forest reserve or go on a river rafting adventure in the Kosi River. In the afternoon, visit the Corbett Waterfall and hike to the tiny village of Choti Haldwani.

  4. Day 4: Nainital
    3 hours (120 km) from Jim Corbett National Park

    In the morning, take a boat ride in Naini Lake. Afternoon, explore the Naina Devi Temple and shop at the Tibetan Market. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at Tiffin Top viewpoint.

  5. Day 5: Nainital
    Activities in the city

    Visit the Governor's House and the Himalayan Viewpoint. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive to Kilbury and Pangot for birdwatching. In the evening, stroll around the Mall Road and try some local street food.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    6 hours (260 km) from Nainital

    In the morning, visit the Kainchi Dham Ashram, where Steve Jobs stayed in the 1970s. Afternoon, stop by Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar for the Ganga Aarti ceremony. In the evening, join a yoga session at an ashram in Rishikesh.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    Activities in the city

    In the morning, hike up to the Neer Garh Waterfall. Afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram and learn about the band's stay in Rishikesh in 1968. In the evening, enjoy a sunset view of the city from the Shiva statue on the opposite bank of the Ganges.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat in Rishikesh. If you have extra time, take a day trip to Mussoorie, a hill station known as the "Queen of Hills." Also, try out some adventure activities in Jim Corbett National Park, such as elephant safari and fishing. Finally, make sure to try the local delicacies, such as Bal Mithai and Kumaoni Raita.

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