7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary: Delhi - Uttarakhand - Mussoorie - Rishikesh - Jim Corbett - Nainital - Delhi

  1. Day 1: Delhi to Uttarakhand
    6 hours (230 km) by car

    Drive to the city of Dehradun in Uttarakhand, visit the Rajaji National Park. Enjoy a nature walk, boat ride, or jeep safari to explore the flora and fauna of the region.

  2. Day 2: Mussoorie
    2 hours (35 km) from Dehradun

    Visit the famous Kempty Falls and enjoy a scenic cable car ride to Gun Hill to get a panoramic view of the city. Also visit the Mussoorie Lake for a relaxing boating experience.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    3 hours (85 km) from Mussoorie

    Head to Rishikesh, the Yoga Capital of the World. Walk across the famous Laxman Jhula Bridge, visit the Triveni Ghat for a Ganga Aarti Ceremony and indulge in river rafting and camping in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Jim Corbett National Park
    4 hours (115 km) from Rishikesh

    Depart for Jim Corbett National Park. Known for its Bengal Tigers, take a jungle safari and spot exotic species of animals such as the Indian Elephant, Crocodiles, and Spotted Deer.

  5. Day 5: Nainital
    2 hours (70 km) from Jim Corbett National Park

    Drive to the beautiful hill station of Nainital and visit the famous Naini Lake. Enjoy boating, shopping, and food at Mall Road. Also visit the Naina Devi Temple for a spiritual experience.

  6. Day 6: Delhi
    8 hours (300 km) from Nainital

    Return to Delhi and discover the history and culture of the city. Visit the famous India Gate, explore ancient architecture at The Red Fort, and end the day with a light show at Swarn Jayanti Park.

  7. Day 7: Cultural Delhi
    Various Locations

    End the trip with a cultural and food experience in Delhi. Visit the Lotus Temple which is known for its Baha'i inspired architecture, explore the famous Chandni Chowk Market and devour some delicious food and sweets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rajaji National Park (2-3 hours, INR 800 per person)
  • Kempty Falls (2-3 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Cable Car ride to Gun Hill (1-2 hours, INR 100-300 per person)
  • Mussoorie Lake (2-3 hours, INR 150-300 per boat)
  • Rishikesh Laxman Jhula Bridge (1-2 hours, free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Jim Corbett National Park Safari (3-4 hours, INR 1200-3000 per Jeep)
  • Nainital Naini Lake (2-3 hours, INR 200-300 per boat)
  • Naina Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • India Gate (1-2 hours, free)
  • The Red Fort (2-3 hours, INR 35 per person)
  • Swarn Jayanti Park Light Show (1 hour, free)
  • Lotus Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chandni Chowk Market (2-3 hours, INR 500-1000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5700-8350/person

Useful Tips

For those with more time, add a day of outdoor adventure and water sports in Haridwar, a 2-hour drive from Rishikesh. For those with less time, skip some of the destinations and add a day of relaxing in the mountains of Mussoorie. Always check the weather before visiting and carry comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

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