Morning: Arrive at Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) and transfer to your hotel in Haridwar. Settle in, freshen up, and enjoy a quick breakfast.
Afternoon: Stroll along the bustling Har Ki Pauri ghat, watch pilgrims take holy dips, and explore the nearby market for local snacks.
Evening: Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, where chanting, incense, and flickering lamps create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the cable‑car to Kunjapuri Temple for sunrise views over the Himalayas and the Ganges plains.
Afternoon: Visit the iconic Mansa Devi Temple (via ropeway) and then the historic Chandi Devi Temple for panoramic city vistas.
Evening: Return to the city and enjoy a lively dinner at a riverside café, sampling local dishes like aloo puri and thandai.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out and travel to Rishikesh (≈1 hour drive). Check into a budget hostel near the Laxman Jhula area.
Afternoon: Walk across the famous Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, stopping at the nearby ashrams to see yoga practitioners in action.
Evening: Relax at Triveni Ghat**, where you can join locals for an informal evening aarti and dip in the Ganges.
Find HotelsMorning: Gear up for a thrilling 3‑hour white‑water Rafting session on the Ganges, suitable for beginners and teens.
Afternoon: After lunch, try zip‑lining at Rishikesh Flying Fox or bungee jumping at the nearby Shivpuri point for an adrenaline rush.
Evening: Unwind at a café on the banks of the Ganges, sharing stories of the day’s adventures over fresh juices and snacks.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for a scenic 2‑hour drive to Mussoorie. Ride the famous Kempty Falls trail and take a dip in the cool water.
Afternoon: Explore the bustling Mall Road, enjoy a rope‑car ride to Gun Hill** for panoramic mountain views, and try local street food.
Evening: Return to Rishikesh, stopping at Devprayag** (optional)** to see where the Alaknanda meets the Bhagirathi, forming the Ganges.
Find HotelsMorning: Free time for last‑minute shopping or a quick visit to the Beatles Ashram** (Chaurasi Kutia)** to see graffiti art and meditation spaces.
Afternoon: Check out and travel back to Dehradun Airport for your flight home, carrying memories of rivers, temples, and mountain thrills.
Evening: Arrive home safely.
Find HotelsIf you have extra time, add a full day trek to Neelkanth Mahadev or a wildlife safari in Rajaji National Park. To shorten the trip, skip the Mussoorie day and spend the final day exploring more of Rishikesh’s yoga studios and adventure parks instead.