Discovering the Best of Uttarakhand in 3 Days

  • Day 1: Explore Mussoorie, the Queen of Hill Stations
    2 hours (35 miles) from Dehradun

    Begin your journey by exploring one of the most beautiful hill stations in India - Mussoorie. Start your day by visiting the stunning Kempty Falls and then head towards the Camel's Back Road where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Himalayas. During the day, don't miss the chance to visit the Gun Hill Point and experience a cable car ride. End your day with a stroll on the picturesque Mall Road and enjoy the local food and shopping scene.

  • Day 2: Spiritual and Adventure Delight in Rishikesh
    1 hour 30 minutes (45 miles) from Mussoorie

    Start your day by indulging in some adventure activities such as white water rafting, zip-lining or bungee jumping in Rishikesh. Next, head to the Triveni Ghat to take a holy dip in the Ganges River. Later in the day, visit the famous Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula hanging bridges, and witness the evening Ganga Aarti at the Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  • Day 3: Visit the Spiritual Hub of India - Haridwar
    1 hour (31 miles) from Rishikesh

    End your trip with a visit to the holy city of Haridwar known for its spiritual energy and historical significance. Start your day by visiting the Har Ki Pauri ghat to take part in the morning Ganga Aarti. Next, visit the famous Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple situated on the hills overlooking the city. In the evening, visit the bustling Haridwar market and try some local street food.

Time and Costs estimates

  • Kempty Falls (1-2 hours, entry fee 20 INR)
  • Cable car ride to Gun Hill Point (30 minutes, 1200 INR)
  • White water rafting in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, 1500 INR)
  • Bungee jumping in Rishikesh (1 hour, 3500 INR)
  • Zipline in Rishikesh (30 minutes, 1000 INR)
  • Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh (1 hour, Free of cost)
  • Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple, Haridwar (2-3 hours, Cable car ride 120 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 6950 INR per person

Transportation

Travelers can take a private taxi from Dehradun Airport to Mussoorie and then travel to Rishikesh and Haridwar in the same taxi. The total travel distance for the entire trip (including sightseeing) is approximately 120 miles, and the cost of transportation is around 5000 INR.

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a day trip to the scenic hill station of Dhanaulti or explore the ancient city of Dehradun. If you have less time, you can skip a day and visit either Rishikesh or Haridwar.

Airports

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (DED) located in Dehradun, approximately 15 miles southeast of the city center. This airport is well-connected to major cities in India and offers both domestic and international flights.

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