Morning: Depart Delhi early by train or private car and enjoy the scenic drive through the foothills of the Himalayas, arriving in Dehradun by mid‑morning. Check‑in at your hotel and freshen up.
Afternoon: Visit the iconic Forest Research Institute campus, admire its colonial architecture and wander through the lush botanical gardens. Afterwards, stroll to the nearby Tapkeshwar Temple, a cave shrine famous for its cool waterfall.
Evening: Relax at the bustling Paltan Bazaar market, sampling local street food like aloo tikki and chai, before returning to the hotel for a good night’s rest.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to Robber’s Cave (Guchhupani) for a short trek through a narrow limestone gorge and enjoy the refreshing streams.
Afternoon: Drive to the scenic Kempty Falls, where you can splash in the cascading waters or simply enjoy the surrounding pine forest.
Evening: Return to Dehradun and dine at a local restaurant, trying the famous Garhwali thali before an early night.
Find HotelsMorning: After breakfast, depart for Mussoorie (≈1.5 h). On arrival, check‑in and take a leisurely walk along the famous Mall Road, browsing shops and cafés.
Afternoon: Take the cable car up to Gun Hill for panoramic views of the Doon Valley and the distant Himalayas; enjoy a light snack at the viewpoint café.
Evening: Stroll through the quiet lanes of the historic Kempty Valley area, watch the sunset from Lal Tibba, and enjoy dinner at a colonial‑style restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Early departure to Auli (≈6 h drive via Haridwar and Joshimath). En route, stop at the sacred Shri Jageshwar Temple in Joshimath for a quick prayer.
Afternoon: Arrive in Auli and check‑in at a resort. Take the rope‑way up to the Auli Ski Resort for spectacular snow‑covered vistas and optional ski or snow‑boarding lessons.
Evening: Warm up with a traditional Garhwali dinner by a bonfire, then enjoy a night‑time walk on the snow‑lit slopes before retiring to your room.
Find HotelsMorning: Experience a sunrise trek to Gorson Bugyal (if weather permits) for breathtaking alpine meadows, or relax with a gentle walk around the resort.
Afternoon: Check‑out and begin the drive back to Delhi, stopping for a quick lunch at a highway dhaba offering fresh North Indian fare.
Evening: Arrive in Delhi by night, concluding the memorable hill‑station circuit.
Find HotelsIf you have an extra day, consider extending your stay in Auli to explore the nearby Chandrashila Peak for sunrise views, or add a day in Dehradun to visit the serene Rajaji National Park. For a quicker trip, you can skip the Gorson Bugyal trek and reduce the Mussoorie stay to a single night, focusing on the main attractions only. Always carry warm clothing for Auli, even in early winter, and book rope‑way tickets in advance during peak season.