Three-Day Budget Itinerary for Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Mussoorie
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from Dehradun Airport

    Start the day with a visit to the Kempty Falls, a popular tourist spot famous for its cascading waterfall, and a perfect location for a quick swim on a hot day. Afterward, head to the Gun Hill viewpoint, situated at an altitude of 2,024 meters, with a panoramic view of the snow-clad Himalayan ranges and Doon Valley. In the evening, visit Mall Road, a popular shopping destination with a variety of local handicrafts, jewelry, and clothing stores.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    2 hours 10 minutes (47 miles) from Mussoorie

    Begin the day with a visit to Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula, two iconic suspension bridges over the Ganges River with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Then, visit the Beatles Ashram, an abandoned ashram that once hosted The Beatles, and is now covered in colorful graffiti. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ritual that takes place on the banks of the Ganges, with hundreds of devotees and tourists attending every day.

  3. Day 3: Haridwar
    1 hour 10 minutes (21 miles) from Rishikesh

    Start the day with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, a popular bathing ghat on the banks of the Ganges River, believed to be the spot where Lord Vishnu left his footprint. Then, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, located on top of a hill, accessible by a ropeway ride with stunning views of the city. In the evening, attend the Har Ki Pauri Ganga Aarti, a mesmerizing ritual where hundreds of priests chant hymns and light diyas on the banks of the Ganges.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kempty Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Gun Hill Viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, $10 for shopping)
  • Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula (1 hour, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (1 hour, $5 entrance fee)
  • Ganga Aarti (1 hour, free)
  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, $10 for ropeway ride)
  • Har Ki Pauri Ganga Aarti (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $25
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