Take the ropeway up to the hilltop shrine for panoramic views and a peaceful pilgrimage vibe; ropeway typically operates ~7:30am–6:00pm (confirm locally).
Check into a heritage-style hotel near the ghats — Haveli Hari Ganga is a central option with river/old-city feel; good base for walking the ghats and attending aarti.
Haridwar's old city is largely sattvic/vegetarian around Har Ki Pauri; your hotel restaurant will normally prepare non‑veg on request, or you can drive ~15–20 minutes to restaurants on the Haridwar bypass that serve chicken and kebabs.
Stroll the ghats, shop for puja items and handicrafts, and soak up riverside life — the ghats and markets are open all day; avoid peak midday heat for comfort.
Attend the famous evening Ganga Aarti (timing varies with sunset; usually between 6:00–7:30pm) — arrive early for a good spot and respectful experience.
If you want non‑veg, have dinner at your hotel’s restaurant (most hotels will serve chicken/fish on request) or ask for a short drive to a highway dhaba that serves tandoori, chicken curry and kebabs.
Healthy continental or Indian breakfast by the river — many cafés in the Laxman Jhula area offer eggs, grilled options and grilled fish dishes during breakfast hours.
Riverside cafés commonly offer chicken, fish and egg dishes alongside vegetarian plates — choose a trusted café and ask for fresh, hygienic preparation.
Classic Rishikesh activity; operators run trips roughly 8:00am–4:00pm in season. Most operators include briefing, transfers and safety gear — book a reputable company in advance.
Walk across the famous suspension bridges, visit riverside cafés, and shop for clothes and spiritual items (bridges open all day; shops ~9:00am–7:00pm).
If you prefer non‑veg, ask your hotel for recommended hygienic non‑veg restaurants; riverside hotels often offer grilled chicken and fish specialties after dusk.
Check into a comfortable Mussoorie hotel — The Savoy (heritage) or Jaypee Residency Manor are good full-service choices that serve non‑veg in their restaurants.
For fuller non‑veg dinner choices, rely on your hotel’s restaurant which serves continental and Indian non‑veg mains; Landour bakeries are vegetarian-heavy but hotels cover non‑veg.
Have a hearty breakfast at your hotel before the short drive to Dhanaulti; hotels will typically provide eggs, chicken sausages or grilled fish on request.
Sterling Dhanaulti and similar resorts serve full meals including chicken and fish; if you prefer a roadside café, request freshly-cooked local chicken dishes.
Short scenic drive followed by a moderate uphill walk/trek to Surkanda Devi Temple (temple hours often ~6:00am–5:00pm). Excellent vistas at sunset if timing allows.
For a cozy dinner, choose a Landour/Mussoorie eatery; if you want robust non‑veg mains, your hotel restaurant will have chicken/fish/mutton dishes available.
Check into a well-reviewed Corbett resort such as Aahana or Jim's Jungle Retreat — both offer comfortable rooms and non‑veg menus with local Kumaoni specialities.
Join an evening jeep safari in your assigned zone — safari windows often run ~2:00pm–6:00pm; great chance to see deer, elephants, birds and sometimes tigers (no guarantees).
Early-morning safari (typical window ~6:00am–10:00am) offers the best wildlife activity; confirm zone, pickup time and permit with your resort the day before.
Stop for dinner at a clean highway restaurant or dhaba that serves grilled and curry-based non‑veg meals; otherwise dine upon arrival at your hotel/railhead/airport restaurant.