Discover Landour in 2 Days

  1. Day 1: Explore Magnificent Landmarks of Landour
    Starting point: Mussoorie, 6.6km (15 mins) away

    Your first stop is the St. Paul's Church, a quaint Gothic-style church built-in 1839, which offers a stunning view of the surrounding hills. Next, visit the Landour Clock Tower, a British-era memento, built-in 1883. A short walk away is the Sisters Bazaar with numerous local shops selling everything from vintage books to handmade jewelry. Later, move towards the home of author Ruskin Bond, Ivy Cottage on the end of Sister's Bazaar. Your last stop for the day is the peaceful Char Dukan Area, perfect for street food and an evening coffee.

  2. Day 2: Get Closer to Nature
    Starting point: Char Dukan Area, 5.2km (20 mins) away

    Start the day with a refreshing nature walk at Lal Tibba, the highest peak in Landour, which has sweeping views of the Himalayan range. Next, visit the Jawahar Aquarium, stocked with a variety of fish species from the nearby lakes. After, head to the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected reserve with rare bird species, and for a small fee, a guide will take you through the reserve itself. Finally, visit the Happy Valley and take a tour of the Tibetan Monastery and purchase gorgeous Tibetan handicrafts as souvenirs.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • St. Paul's Church (30 min, Free)
  • Landour Clock Tower (20 min, Free)
  • Sisters Bazaar (1 hour, Rs. 500 for souvenirs)
  • Ivy Cottage (10 min, Free)
  • Char Dukan area (2 hours, Rs. 400 for food and drinks)
  • Lal Tibba (1 hour, Rs. 200 for guide)
  • Jawahar Aquarium (30 min, Rs. 50 entry fee)
  • Benog Wildlife Sanctuary (2.5 hours including guide, Rs. 1200)
  • Happy Valley and Tibetan Monastery (2 hours, Rs. 500 for handicrafts)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 2850

Useful Tips

For a longer stay, add visits to the Sir George Everest’s House, a colonial-era mansion surrounded by lush gardens, and the Mussoorie Heritage Centre, a historical museum. For a shorter stay, skip Lal Tibba and the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary. Keep in mind that some locations may not be open on certain days, so check ahead of time before planning.

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