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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Uttarakhand in May 2024

  1. Day 1: Nainital
    2 hours (43 miles) from Pantnagar Airport

    Spend your morning boating on Nainital lake, then take a cable car to the top of the Naina Devi temple for a breathtaking view. In the afternoon, head to the Governor's House for a tour of the beautiful building and gardens. End your day with a peaceful stroll around Eco Cave Gardens.

  2. Day 2: Ranikhet
    2 hours (44 miles) from Nainital

    Start your day exploring the Chaubatia Gardens, filled with fruit orchards and stunning views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum to learn about the history of the Indian Army. End your day with a visit to the serene Jhula Devi Temple.

  3. Day 3: Kausani
    3 hours (61 miles) from Ranikhet

    In the morning, visit Anashakti Ashram, where Mahatma Gandhi once stayed. Take in the beautiful views of the Himalayas from the ashram's balcony. In the afternoon, visit Baijnath Temple, a beautiful ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. End your day by watching the sunset at the View Point.

  4. Day 4: Almora
    1 hour 30 minutes (36 miles) from Kausani

    Spend your morning at Bright End Corner, a beautiful viewpoint with stunning views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Kasar Devi Temple, an ancient temple known for its spiritual energy. End your day by exploring the charming streets of Almora and visiting the famous Nanda Devi temple.

  5. Day 5: Jim Corbett National Park
    3 hours 30 minutes (102 miles) from Almora

    Start your day with a jeep safari through the breathtaking Jim Corbett National Park, home to tigers, elephants, and many other animals. In the afternoon, visit the Garjiya Devi Temple, a scenic temple located on a riverbank. End your day with a visit to the Corbett Waterfall.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    5 hours (141 miles) from Jim Corbett National Park

    In the morning, visit the famous Laxman Jhula bridge, which is said to be the site where Lord Rama's brother crossed the Ganges river. Take a dip in the holy river at Triveni Ghat. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, where the Beatles once lived and meditated. End your day with an evening aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
    1 hour (19 miles) from Rishikesh

    Spend your morning at the Har Ki Pauri ghat, where you can take a dip in the holy Ganges river. Visit the Mansa Devi temple, which is accessible via a cable car. In the afternoon, visit the Chandi Devi temple, another beautiful temple located on a hilltop. End your day with a visit to the Daksheswara Mahadev temple.

Recommendations

For more adventurous activities, consider going river rafting in Rishikesh or bungee jumping in Mohan Chatti. If you have more time, consider visiting the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie or the ancient city of Haridwar.

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