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Relaxing 6-Day Itinerary in Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Mussoorie

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar
    20 minutes (12.3 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Start your trip in Haridwar, a sacred city in Uttarakhand. In the morning, take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges at Har Ki Pauri Ghat, one of the most popular and sacred ghats in Haridwar. In the afternoon, visit the Chandi Devi Temple, a hilltop temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Chandi. End your day with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a Hindu ritual of worshiping the holy Ganges River, at Har Ki Pauri Ghat.

  2. Day 2: Exploring Rishikesh
    1 hour 30 minutes (42.6 km) from Haridwar

    Travel to Rishikesh, a city known for its spiritual and yogic connections. Start your day with a yoga session at one of the many ashrams in the city. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, where the famous band members once stayed and wrote some of their songs. Take a walk on the hanging bridge Ram Jhula and enjoy the beautiful view of the Ganges River. End your day with the evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  3. Day 3: Relaxing in Mussoorie
    3 hours 30 minutes (79.5 km) from Rishikesh

    Travel to Mussoorie, a beautiful hill station in the Himalayas. In the morning, visit the Kempty Falls and enjoy a refreshing dip in the water. Take a walk on the Mall Road and enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Gun Hill Point, the second-highest peak in Mussoorie. End your day with a peaceful walk in the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary.

  4. Day 4: Exploring Mussoorie
    In and around Mussoorie

    Start your day with a visit to the beautiful company garden, where you can see various flowers and plants. In the afternoon, visit the Mussoorie Lake and enjoy boating and an amusement park. Take a walk to the Camel's Back Road, a beautiful road with a mesmerizing view of the mountains. End your day with a visit to the Christ Church, a beautiful British-era church in Mussoorie.

  5. Day 5: Relishing the beauty of Haridwar
    3 hours 30 minutes (77.6 km) from Mussoorie

    Travel back to Haridwar and start your day by visiting the Mansa Devi Temple, a popular temple dedicated to the goddess Mansa. In the afternoon, visit the Shantikunj Ashram, a spiritual and educational center. Take a walk on the beautiful ghats of Haridwar and enjoy the local street food. End your day with a visit to the Maya Devi Temple, a temple dedicated to the goddess Maya.

  6. Day 6: Departure from Haridwar
    20 minutes (12.3 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Depart from Haridwar and cherish the memories of your relaxing trip to the holy city of Haridwar, the spiritual city of Rishikesh, and the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can consider visiting the Neer Garh Waterfall in Rishikesh, the Mussoorie Adventure Park, and the Rajaji National Park. You can also take a side trip to Dehradun, the capital city of Uttarakhand, and visit the Forest Research Institute and the Clock Tower. To maximize your fun, try the local street food in Haridwar and Rishikesh, enjoy a session of Ayurvedic massage, and buy souvenirs from the local markets. Lastly, make sure to carry comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and sunglasses as you will be walking a lot and the sun can be harsh in June.

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