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4-Day Adventure Itinerary in Uttarakhand

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    1 hour 20 minutes (37.5 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Begin your adventure in Rishikesh, the ultimate destination for adventure seekers. Start your day with an early morning 2-hour yoga class by the Ganga river. Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Chotiwala restaurant. You can then visit the Beatles Ashram and explore their graffiti art. In the afternoon, head to Shivpuri for a thrilling 16 km white water rafting experience. In the evening, take a soothing dip in the Neergarh waterfalls and enjoy the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Auli
    9 hours 30 minutes (270 miles) from Rishikesh

    Get an early start to reach Auli, the skiing capital of India. The drive is long but scenic. Once you reach Auli, check-in to your hotel and head straight to the Auli ropeway. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Himalayan range and the Nanda Devi peak. After lunch, you can go hiking to Gurso Bugyal, a beautiful meadow with stunning views of the mountains. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire under the stars.

  3. Day 3: Jim Corbett National Park
    7 hours 40 minutes (192 miles) from Auli

    Get ready to explore the wilderness of Jim Corbett National Park, India's oldest national park. Start your day with a jungle safari in an open jeep to spot tigers, elephants and other wildlife. After lunch, visit the Garjia Temple and Corbett Waterfall. In the evening, relax by the Kosi river and enjoy a nature walk in the park.

  4. Day 4: Haridwar
    4 hours 20 minutes (123 miles) from Jim Corbett National Park

    End your adventure in Haridwar, one of the holiest cities in India. Start your day with a visit to Har Ki Pauri ghat for the Ganga Aarti. Enjoy breakfast at Mohan Ji Puri Wale. You can then visit the Mansa Devi temple and take a cable car ride to the hilltop. After lunch, visit the Chandi Devi temple and enjoy a scenic trek to the hilltop. In the evening, explore the local markets and enjoy some street food.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit the Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers and the Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh shrine located near the Valley of Flowers. You can also try bungee jumping in Rishikesh or camping in Jim Corbett National Park. Make sure you carry comfortable shoes, warm clothing and a first-aid kit.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • White water rafting in Rishikesh (3 hours, £25)
  • Auli ropeway (2 hours, £10)
  • Jungle safari in Jim Corbett National Park (4 hours, £35)
  • Cable car ride in Haridwar (1 hour, £5)
  • Street food in Haridwar (1 hour, £5)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £80
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