5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Uttarakhand

  1. Day 1: Corbett National Park
    5 hours (174 km) from Delhi

    Start your trip to Uttarakhand with a visit to Corbett National Park, India's oldest and most famous national park. Enjoy a jeep safari and spot tigers, elephants, leopards, and more in their natural habitat. Stay overnight in the park for the best experience.

  2. Day 2: Nainital Lake and Mall Road
    2.5 hours (73 km) from Corbett National Park

    Take a boat ride on the sparkling Nainital Lake and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Stroll on the Mall Road and visit the bustling markets for local handicrafts and souvenirs. End the day with a visit to the Naina Devi Temple for a spiritual experience.

  3. Day 3: Kempty Falls and Mussoorie Lake
    6 hours (274 km) from Nainital

    Visit the popular Kempty Falls and take a dip in its refreshing waters. Afterward, head to Mussoorie Lake for boating and stunning views of the surrounding hills. Don't forget to visit the Mussoorie Christ Church for some serene moments.

  4. Day 4: Haridwar and Rishikesh
    2 hours (77 km) from Mussoorie

    Visit Haridwar, one of the holiest cities in India, and take a dip in the sacred Ganges River at Har Ki Pauri Ghat. Later, head to Rishikesh and visit the Triveni Ghat, Beatles Ashram, Lakshman Jhula, and Neer Garh Waterfall.

  5. Day 5: Rajaji National Park and Dehradun
    1 hour (33 km) from Rishikesh

    Visit the Rajaji National Park for an exciting wildlife safari and spot elephants, tigers, leopards, deer, and more. Later, head to Dehradun and visit the Robber's Cave, Mindrolling Monastery, and Tapovan Temple for a fulfilling experience.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Corbett National Park (1 day, INR 500/person)
  • Nainital Lake and Mall Road (1 day, Free)
  • Kempty Falls and Mussoorie Lake (1 day, INR 150/person)
  • Haridwar and Rishikesh (1 day, Free)
  • Rajaji National Park and Dehradun (1 day, INR 250/person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodations): INR 900/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Valley of Flowers National Park and go on a scenic trek or visit the Prem Mandir in Vrindavan for a spiritual experience. If you have less time, skip Dehradun and head straight to Rishikesh for a thrilling adventure of bungee jumping and river rafting.

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