Classic North Indian breakfast at Chotiwala is hearty and nearby; Beatles Cafe/ Little Buddha are lighter, scenic options along the Ganges. Check opening times—most open from 8:00am–10:00pm.
Explore the graffiti-covered ruins and meditation caves where the Beatles once stayed; site usually open ~9:00am–6:00pm—confirm seasonal hours in October.
Attend the evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat for a colorful ritual with lamps, chants and a river ceremony (starts around sunset, ~5:45–6:30pm in October).
Choose a calm riverside dinner with vegetarian-specialties at Pure Soul or traditional thalis at Chotiwala; most restaurants operate until 9:30–10:30pm.
Half-day rafting on the Ganges (grade II–III rapids) is the region's top adventure—operators run trips year-round with safety gear. Book in advance; most runs depart 8:30–10:00am and last 2–4 hours.
The famous evening aarti at Har Ki Pauri is a moving spectacle—starts around sunset (approx 5:45–6:30pm in October); arrive 30–45 minutes early for a good spot.
If flight/train is later, stop at Sahastradhara for a last natural attraction—open from early morning until ~6:00pm; otherwise head straight to transfer.
Depart for onward journey; Jolly Grant Airport is approx 30–45 minutes from central Dehradun depending on traffic—leave buffer time for October travel.