7-Day Itinerary for Dehradun, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Dehradun
    30 minutes (16.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Visit the iconic Forest Research Institute, known for its colonial architecture and botanical gardens, before heading to Tapkeshwar Temple, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site located in a cave.

  2. Day 2: Mussoorie
    1 hour 30 minutes (34.3 km) from Dehradun

    Take in the scenic views of the Himalayas from Gun Hill, explore the historic Christ Church, and stroll down Mall Road for a taste of local food and shopping.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    1 hour 30 minutes (76.3 km) from Mussoorie

    Experience the spiritual and adventurous side of the city by visiting the iconic Triveni Ghat for evening aarti, indulging in some river rafting, and taking a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges at Parmarth Niketan.

  4. Day 4: Haridwar
    30 minutes (19.3 km) from Rishikesh

    Visit the holy city's most iconic temples - Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple - before exploring the bustling streets of Har Ki Pauri, home to the famous Ganga Aarti.

  5. Day 5: Dehradun
    1 hour 10 minutes (36.1 km) from Haridwar

    Spend the day exploring more of Dehradun by visiting the Robber's Cave, a natural cave formation, and the Mindrolling Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery known for its intricate architecture and peaceful atmosphere.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    1 hour 15 minutes (43.4 km) from Dehradun

    Take a yoga class at the famous Parmarth Niketan Ashram, visit the Beatles' Ashram, and hike up to the beautiful Neer Garh Waterfall.

  7. Day 7: Mussoorie
    2 hours 10 minutes (55.2 km) from Rishikesh

    End your trip with a relaxing day in Mussoorie by visiting the Kempty Falls, taking a cable car to the top of Gun Hill for panoramic views, and exploring the beautiful Company Garden.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Forest Research Institute (2 hours, free)
  • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Gun Hill (1 hour, 75 INR)
  • Christ Church (30 minutes, free)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, 500 INR)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • River Rafting (3 hours, 1500 INR)
  • Parmarth Niketan (2 hours, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Robber's Cave (1 hour, free)
  • Mindrolling Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Yoga Class at Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1 hour, 200 INR)
  • Beatles' Ashram (1 hour, 150 INR)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2 hours, free)
  • Kempty Falls (2 hours, 50 INR)
  • Cable Car to Gun Hill (30 minutes, 300 INR)
  • Company Garden (1 hour, 50 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 3175 INR
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