Morning: Depart Bangalore on an early flight to Delhi (≈ 2 h 30 m). From Delhi, a private taxi (≈ 6 h) drives you through the foothills to the serene Neem Karoli Baba Ashram near Kainchi.
Afternoon: Arrive at the ashram, settle in, and join the midday meditation session. Spend 4‑5 hours exploring the sacred shrine, feeding the resident monkeys, and strolling through the nearby pine forest.
Evening: Enjoy a simple vegetarian dinner offered by the ashram volunteers and retire to the guest‑house for a restful night under the Himalayan skies.
Find HotelsMorning: After a hearty ashram breakfast, depart by taxi to Jim Corbett National Park (≈ 4 h drive). Check into a wildlife‑friendly resort near the park’s entry gate.
Afternoon: Embark on a guided Jeep safari in the **Dhikala Zone**, the most popular section for tiger sightings. The safari lasts about 3 hours, with a knowledgeable naturalist pointing out elephants, leopards, and a variety of bird species.
Evening: Return to the resort for a relaxing dinner, share safari stories around a bonfire, and enjoy a night‑time nature walk to hear the forest’s nocturnal sounds.
Find HotelsMorning: After breakfast, travel to Rishikesh (≈ 5 h by road). En route, stop at the scenic **Kempty Falls** for a short trek and photo opportunity.
Afternoon: Arrive in Rishikesh and check into a riverside hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the iconic **Lakshman Jhula** and **Ram Jhula** suspension bridges, and visit the historic **Triveni Ghat** for a dip in the Ganges.
Evening: Attend the Ganga Aarti at **Parmarth Niketan** – a vibrant ceremony of lights, chants, and incense that captures the city’s spiritual vibe.
Find HotelsMorning: Start with a yoga session on the ghats, followed by a hearty breakfast. Then head out for white‑water rafting on the Ganges, navigating Class II‑III rapids for about 2 hours.
Afternoon: After lunch, visit the **Neelkanth Mahadev Temple** perched on a hilltop, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. Return to town for a leisurely stroll through the bustling **Laxman‑Jhula market**.
Evening: Unwind with an Ayurvedic massage at a local spa, then enjoy dinner at a riverside café, sampling regional delicacies like **Aloo Puri** and **Kumaoni Ras**.
Find HotelsMorning: Catch an early train from Dehradun to Haldwani (≈ 2 h), enjoying the scenic hill‑valley route. From Haldwani, a taxi takes you back to the airport in Delhi (≈ 7 h total travel).
Afternoon: Board an afternoon flight from Delhi to Bangalore, arriving in the evening. Use any remaining time to reflect on the journey and organize photos.
Evening: Rest at home or explore Bangalore’s nightlife if you still have energy – perhaps a quiet dinner at **Mavalli Tiffin Rooms** to close the trip.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the trip, add an extra day in Jim Corbett for a second safari or a nature walk in the **Sanjay Van** forest. Conversely, you can shorten the itinerary by skipping the Kempty Falls stop and opting for a direct train from Dehradun to Delhi, reducing travel time by a few hours and saving on taxi expenses.