Bachelor Party Itinerary: Cochin to Varanasi to Agra to Haridwar to Dehradun to Rishikesh to Mussoorie to Coimbatore

  1. Day 1: Varanasi
    30 minutes (14.7 km) from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport

    Enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges river at sunrise and witness the mesmerizing Aarti ceremony at dusk. Take a dip in the sacred waters of the Ganges at Dasaswamedh Ghat and explore the narrow lanes of the old city filled with shops and street food stalls.

  2. Day 2: Agra
    11 hours (634 km) from Varanasi

    Visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, the epitome of love, at sunrise and explore the impressive Agra Fort. Taste the mouth-watering Mughlai cuisine and shop for souvenirs at Sadar Bazaar. End the day with a relaxing spa session.

  3. Day 3: Haridwar
    5 hours (212 km) from Agra

    Take a holy dip in the Ganges river at Har Ki Pauri ghat and attend the grand Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening. Explore the ancient temples and ashrams, go for a jungle safari at Rajaji National Park and indulge in the local delicacies at Hoshiyar Puri.

  4. Day 4: Dehradun
    1 hour (51 km) from Haridwar

    Visit the Mindrolling Monastery, one of the largest Buddhist centers in India, and admire the exquisite architecture and beautiful gardens. Go for a trek to the Tiger Falls and enjoy the scenic views of the hills. Shop for handicrafts and antiques at Paltan Bazaar.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    1 hour (44 km) from Dehradun

    Experience the thrill of river rafting on the Ganges river and try bungee jumping and zip-lining at Jumpin Heights. Visit the Beatles Ashram, where the famous band stayed in 1968, and attend the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Taste the flavors of the street food at the local market.

  6. Day 6: Mussoorie
    2 hours (76 km) from Rishikesh

    Take a cable car ride to Gun Hill and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains. Visit the Kempty Falls and go for a nature walk at the Mussoorie Lake. Shop for souvenirs and woolen clothes at the Mall Road and indulge in the local cuisine at Lovely Omelette Center.

  7. Day 7: Coimbatore
    11 hours (720 km) from Mussoorie

    Visit the Marudamalai Temple, a famous Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Murugan. Explore the picturesque town of Ooty and go for a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Taste the authentic South Indian cuisine at Annapoorna and shop for silk sarees at Kalyan Silks.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Boat ride on the Ganges in Varanasi (2 hours, INR 2000)
  • Taj Mahal entry fee in Agra (2 hours, INR 1300)
  • Spa session in Agra (2 hours, INR 5000)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony in Haridwar (1 hour, Free)
  • Trek to Tiger Falls in Dehradun (4 hours, Free)
  • River rafting in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Cable car ride to Gun Hill in Mussoorie (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway in Coimbatore (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 11100
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