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5-Day Uttarakhand Itinerary for Shoestring Budget in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    25 minutes (11.6 km) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    Begin your morning by taking a dip in the holy waters of Ganges at Har Ki Pauri Ghat. Afterward, visit the Chandi Devi Temple, located atop Neel Parvat, accessible via a cable car. Later, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, situated on Bilwa Parvat, accessible via a cable car. In the evening, attend the grand Ganga Aarti, where priests offer prayers to the river and light up diyas.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    1 hour 5 minutes (23.8 km) from Haridwar

    Start your day with a scenic hike to the famous Neer Garh Waterfall. Afterward, visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed and composed their famous White Album. In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling session of river rafting in the Ganges. End your day with a visit to the Triveni Ghat, where you can witness the Maha Aarti.

  3. Day 3: Mussoorie
    2 hours 10 minutes (77.8 km) from Rishikesh

    Take an early morning bus to Mussoorie. Once there, trek to the famous Kempty Falls. Enjoy the serene surroundings and take a dip in the cold waters. Next, visit the Lal Tibba Scenic Point, where you can witness a fantastic view of the Himalayas. End your day with a visit to the Gun Hill Point, where you can witness the mesmerizing sunset.

  4. Day 4: Nainital
    6 hours 30 minutes (300 km) from Mussoorie

    Take an early morning bus to Nainital. Once there, visit the famous Naini Lake and enjoy a serene boat ride. Afterward, visit the Naina Devi Temple, situated atop the Naina Hill. In the evening, take a stroll on the Mall Road, where you can shop for souvenirs and enjoy street food.

  5. Day 5: Jim Corbett National Park
    3 hours 30 minutes (140 km) from Nainital

    Start your day with a thrilling Jeep Safari in the Jim Corbett National Park, where you can witness several wild animals like tigers, leopards, elephants, and more. Afterward, visit the Corbett Falls, where you can enjoy the serene surroundings. In the evening, visit the Garjiya Devi Temple, situated atop a hill and accessible via a suspension bridge.

Recommendations

Don't forget to try some local delicacies like Bal Mithai and Singodi in Mussoorie and Bhang Ki Lassi in Haridwar. If time permits, you can also visit the Valley Of Flowers National Park, located near Joshimath. Lastly, try to travel via public transport, as it is both economical and environmentally friendly.

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