Exploring Dehradun in 5 Days

Day 1: Discovering Dehradun

Dehradun, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Ellora's Bakery

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Ellora's Bakery, known for its fresh pastries and coffee.
Ellora's Bakery is located in the city centre, easily accessible by local transport or a short walk from most accommodations.
£5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Robber's Cave

Visit Robber's Cave, a natural cave formation surrounded by hills and ideal for a peaceful walk along the stream.
Robber's Cave is a 30-minute drive from the city centre.
£2, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Town Table

Enjoy a hearty lunch at Town Table, offering a variety of Indian and international dishes.
Town Table is located in the heart of Dehradun, easily reachable from Robber's Cave.
£10, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Mindrolling Monastery

Explore the serene Mindrolling Monastery, known for its beautiful architecture and peaceful ambiance.
Mindrolling Monastery is a 20-minute drive from Town Table.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

End your day with some shopping at Paltan Bazaar, a bustling market offering a variety of local products.
Paltan Bazaar is in the city centre, easily accessible by local transport.
Variable, 2 hours
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Day 2: More of Dehradun

Dehradun, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Cibo

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at Cafe Cibo, known for its cosy ambiance and great coffee.
Cafe Cibo is situated in the heart of the city, a short distance from most accommodations.
£6, 1 hour

10:00AM

Forest Research Institute

Visit the impressive Forest Research Institute, showcasing colonial architecture and vast greenery.
The institute is a 20-minute drive from Cafe Cibo.
£3, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Black Pepper Restaurant

Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at Black Pepper Restaurant, offering a mix of North Indian and Chinese cuisine.
Black Pepper Restaurant is easily accessible from the Forest Research Institute.
£12, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Tapkeshwar Temple

Explore the ancient Tapkeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and set amidst natural caves.
Tapkeshwar Temple is a 30-minute drive from the restaurant.
Free entry, 1 hour

5:00PM

Relax at Malsi Deer Park

Spend some time amidst nature at Malsi Deer Park, home to various deer species and lush greenery.
Malsi Deer Park is a short drive from Tapkeshwar Temple.
£1, 2 hours
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Day 3: Mesmerizing Mussoorie

Mussoorie, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Ivy

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Cafe Ivy, offering panoramic views of the hills.
Cafe Ivy is situated in Mussoorie town and easily accessible from most accommodations.
£8, 1 hour

10:00AM

Gun Hill Point

Visit Gun Hill Point for mesmerizing views of the Himalayas and enjoy a cable car ride.
Gun Hill Point is a short drive from Cafe Ivy.
£3, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Kalsang AMA Cafe

Savour Tibetan delicacies for lunch at Kalsang AMA Cafe, known for its authentic flavours.
Kalsang AMA Cafe is located near Gun Hill Point.
£10, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Camel's Back Road

Take a leisurely walk along Camel's Back Road, a picturesque stretch offering stunning views.
Camel's Back Road is easily accessible from Kalsang AMA Cafe.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Shopping at Mall Road

Explore the bustling Mall Road for some souvenir shopping and local handicrafts.
Mall Road is the main shopping street in Mussoorie, easily reachable from Camel's Back Road.
Variable, 2 hours
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Day 4: Rishikesh Retreat

Rishikesh, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Chotiwala

Enjoy a traditional Indian breakfast at Chotiwala, a popular spot among locals and tourists alike.
Chotiwala is situated in the heart of Rishikesh, easily accessible from most accommodations.
£4, 1 hour

10:00AM

Triveni Ghat

Experience the spiritual aura at Triveni Ghat, a sacred bathing ghat on the banks of the Ganges.
Triveni Ghat is a short drive from Chotiwala.
Free entry, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Sitting Elephant

Relish a vegetarian meal at The Sitting Elephant, offering a serene setting by the river.
The Sitting Elephant is located near Triveni Ghat.
£8, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Beatles Ashram

Explore the iconic Beatles Ashram, known for its graffiti art and connection to The Beatles.
Beatles Ashram is a short drive from The Sitting Elephant.
£3, 2 hours

5:00PM

Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan, a spiritual experience by the Ganges.
Parmarth Niketan is easily reachable from Beatles Ashram.
Free entry, 1 hour
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Day 5: Haridwar Exploration

Haridwar, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Mohan Puri Wale

Start your day with a traditional breakfast at Mohan Puri Wale, known for its delectable sweets.
Mohan Puri Wale is located in the heart of Haridwar, easily accessible from most accommodations.
£5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Har Ki Pauri

Visit the iconic Har Ki Pauri ghat, a sacred place for Hindus on the banks of the Ganges.
Har Ki Pauri is a short drive from Mohan Puri Wale.
Free entry, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Hoshiyarpuri

Enjoy a vegetarian meal at Hoshiyarpuri, offering a mix of North Indian and street food delights.
Hoshiyarpuri is located near Har Ki Pauri.
£7, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Chandi Devi Temple

Explore the Chandi Devi Temple, perched atop the Neel Parvat offering panoramic views of Haridwar.
Chandi Devi Temple can be reached by a cable car from the base of the hill.
£4, 2 hours

5:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Experience the evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, a mesmerizing ritual by the river.
Return back to Har Ki Pauri for the evening Aarti ceremony.
Free entry, 1 hour
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