5-Day Itinerary for Uttarakhand

  1. Day 1: Mussoorie
    Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes (34 km) from Dehradun

    Explore the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie, also known as the Queen of Hills. Visit the Gun Hill Point that offers panoramic views of Mussoorie along with adventurous cable car rides. Later, trek to Kempty Falls to take a refreshing dip in the waterfalls.

  2. Day 2: Nainital
    Approx. 5 hours (285 km) from Mussoorie

    Nainital is a serene hill station surrounded by majestic mountains and beautiful lakes. Visit the Naina Devi Temple on the banks of the Naini Lake followed by a lakeside stroll. Take a cable car to Snow View Point to enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Jim Corbett National Park
    Approx. 4 hours (128 km) from Nainital

    Discover the incredibility of wildlife at the world-renowned Jim Corbett National Park. Observe Bengal tigers, leopards, elephants, and other Indian wildlife species in their natural habitat during safari rides. Enjoy the serene environment and lush greenery of the park.

  4. Day 4: Haridwar
    Approx. 4 hours 20 minutes (224 km) from Jim Corbett National Park

    Haridwar is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site known for its holy Ganges river. Take a dip in the Ganges at Har Ki Pauri ghat to wash away your sins. Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti in the evening, followed by a visit to Chandi Devi Temple, which can be reached by cable car.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    Approx. 2 hours (52 km) from Haridwar

    Rishikesh is a spiritual town nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. Witness the grandeur of the Lakshman Jhula bridge that hangs over the Ganges River. Take part in adventure activities like white-water rafting, bungee jumping or zip-lining, followed by a visit to Triveni Ghat for a serene evening by the river.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mussoorie Cable Car Ride (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Naina Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Corbett National Park Safari Ride (3-4 hours, INR 4000)
  • Har Ki Pauri Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, INR 3500)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding transportation and accommodation): INR 8200

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit other beautiful hill stations in Uttarakhand such as Auli and Ranikhet. Alternatively, for a spiritual retreat, stay at an ashram in Rishikesh. If you have less time, skip Jim Corbett National Park and spend more time in Mussoorie and Nainital. Make sure to pack comfortable shoes and light layers as weather can be unpredictable in the hills.

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