8-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Jim Corbett, and Nainital

  1. Day 1: Mussoorie
    2.5 hours (35 miles) from Dehradun Airport

    Visit Kempty Falls for a refreshing dip, then explore the Mussoorie Christ Church built-in 1836.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    2 hours (50 miles) from Mussoorie

    Take a rafting trip on the Ganges, visit the famous Laxman Jhula bridge, and explore the Beatles ashram for a serene retreat.

  3. Day 3-4: Jim Corbett
    4.5 hours (125 miles) from Rishikesh

    Safari through Jim Corbett National Park, stay at a luxurious resort, and indulge in local cuisines and stargazing at night.

  4. Day 5-6: Nainital
    2 hours (50 miles) from Jim Corbett

    Explore the serene Naini Lake with boating trips, visit the unique Governor's House and enjoy a picnic at China Peak.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kempty Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Mussoorie Christ Church (1 hour, free)
  • Rafting trip (4 hours, INR 1200 per person)
  • Laxman Jhula (1 hour, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Jim Corbett Safari (3 hours, INR 4000 per jeep)
  • Resort stay (2 nights, INR 8000 per night)
  • Naini Lake Boating (2 hours, INR 220 per person)
  • Governor's House Visit (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • China Peak Picnic (4 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 20,670

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other nearby attractions like Haridwar and Dhikala. For less time, you can skip Jim Corbett and add more activities in Nainital.

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