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A Week-long Journey to Vaishnodevi, Amritsar, Dehradun, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar

  1. Day 1: Vaishnodevi
    2 hours 36 minutes (66.1 miles) from Jammu Airport

    In the morning, visit the Vaishnodevi Temple, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to the Goddess, located within the Trikuta Mountains. The temple is accessible by a trek of 12 km from the base camp at Katra. After lunch, visit the Nau Devi Temple, a group of nine temples dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga.

  2. Day 2: Amritsar
    4 hours 13 minutes (153 miles) from Vaishnodevi Temple

    In the morning, visit the Golden Temple, a spiritual and cultural center for the Sikh community. Also, visit the Jallianwala Bagh, a public garden and memorial that commemorates the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre in 1919. In the evening, visit the Wagah Border, a border crossing between India and Pakistan, to witness the Wagah Border Ceremony.

  3. Day 3: Dehradun
    5 hours 38 minutes (185 miles) from Amritsar

    In the morning, visit the Mindrolling Monastery, a Buddhist monastery that is known for its architecture, wall paintings, and Buddha statues. After lunch, visit the Robber's Cave, a natural cave formation that attracts tourists with its river and waterfall.

  4. Day 4: Mussoorie
    1 hour 28 minutes (34.6 miles) from Dehradun

    In the morning, visit the Kempty Falls, a popular tourist destination known for its waterfalls and natural pools. After lunch, visit the Gun Hill Point, the second-highest peak in Mussoorie, known for its scenic views of the Himalayas and the town.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    2 hours 21 minutes (50.5 miles) from Mussoorie

    In the morning, visit the Triveni Ghat, a bathing ghat where three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati - converge. Later, visit the Beatles Ashram, which got its name because the Beatles stayed here in 1968. In the evening, visit Parmarth Niketan Ashram to participate in the Ganga Aarti, a Hindu ritual of worshiping the Ganges River.

  6. Day 6: Haridwar
    29 minutes (12.3 miles) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, visit the Har Ki Pauri, a revered ghat on the banks of the Ganges. It is believed that a dip in the river at this ghat absolves one of their sins. After lunch, visit the Chandi Devi Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi. Finally, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, located on top of Bilwa Parvat, dedicated to Goddess Mansa.

Recommendations

Other local attractions worth considering are Daksheswara Mahadev Temple in Haridwar, Tapkeshwar Temple in Dehradun, and Municipal Garden in Mussoorie. You can also explore the local markets in Amritsar and Rishikesh, where you can find various handicrafts and souvenirs. For side trips, you can visit the Rajaji National Park, located 50 km from Dehradun, or the Corbett National Park, located 160 km from Haridwar. To maximize your fun, consider hiring a local guide who can provide you with more information about the local culture and history. Also, try the local cuisine, such as Amritsari Kulcha, Chhole Bhature, and Lassi in Amritsar, and Aloo ke Gutke, Kumaoni Raita, and Bal Mithai in Dehradun.

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