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5-Day Itinerary for Dehradun, Masoorie, Rishikesh in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Dehradun
    45 minutes (15.4 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun

    Begin your day in Dehradun with a visit to the Robber's Cave, a natural cave formation, perfect for a morning walk. Afterward, head to the Clock Tower, a popular landmark, and shopping destination. In the afternoon, visit the Malsi Deer Park, home to various species of deer and birds. In the evening, head to the Paltan Bazaar, a bustling market, for some shopping and local street food.

  2. Day 2: Masoorie
    1 hour 20 minutes (33.5 miles) from Dehradun

    Begin your day in Masoorie with a visit to the Kempty Falls, a beautiful waterfall, perfect for a morning picnic. Afterward, head to the Lal Tibba, the highest point in Masoorie, for a panoramic view of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Gun Hill Point, a popular viewpoint for a scenic cable car ride. In the evening, head to the Mall Road, a famous shopping destination, for some shopping and local street food.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    1 hour 30 minutes (45.4 miles) from Masoorie

    Begin your day in Rishikesh with a visit to the Laxman Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges, perfect for a morning walk. Afterward, head to the Beatles Ashram, a spiritual destination, for some meditation and yoga. In the afternoon, visit the Triveni Ghat, a popular bathing spot, for a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges. In the evening, head to the Parmarth Niketan, a famous ashram, for the Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ceremony.

  4. Day 4: Dehradun
    1 hour 20 minutes (32.5 miles) from Rishikesh

    Begin your day in Dehradun with a visit to the Forest Research Institute, a beautiful campus, perfect for a morning walk. Afterward, head to the Tapkeshwar Temple, a famous temple, for some spiritual experience. In the afternoon, visit the Rajaji National Park, a wildlife sanctuary, for some adventure. In the evening, head to the Pacific Mall, a popular shopping destination, for some shopping and local street food.

  5. Day 5: Masoorie
    1 hour (18.6 miles) from Dehradun

    Begin your day in Masoorie with a visit to the Mussoorie Lake, a scenic lake, perfect for a morning picnic. Afterward, head to the Bhatta Falls, a beautiful waterfall, for some adventure. In the afternoon, visit the Municipal Garden, a popular picnic spot, for a relaxing time. In the evening, head to the Landour Bazaar, an old bazaar, for some shopping and local street food.

Recommendations

You should consider visiting the Jharipani Falls in Masoorie. It is a beautiful waterfall and perfect for a side trip. To maximize your fun, try some adventure sports like zip-lining or bungee jumping in Rishikesh. Also, do not forget to try local delicacies like Kachaudi and Jalebi in Dehradun.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Robber's Cave (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Clock Tower (1 hour, Free)
  • Malsi Deer Park (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Paltan Bazaar (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Kempty Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Lal Tibba (1 hour, Free)
  • Gun Hill Point (2 hours, INR 75)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Laxman Jhula (1 hour, Free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150)
  • Triveni Ghat (2 hour, Free)
  • Parmarth Niketan (1 hour, Free)
  • Forest Research Institute (1 hour, Free)
  • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Rajaji National Park (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Pacific Mall (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Mussoorie Lake (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Bhatta Falls (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Municipal Garden (2 hours, Free)
  • Landour Bazaar (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,015
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