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Exploring Dehradun in 6 Days

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Day 1: City Exploration

Dehradun, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Ellora's Melting Moments

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Ellora's Melting Moments, known for its mouth-watering pastries and coffee.
Located in the city center, easily accessible from most hotels in Dehradun.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Robber's Cave

Explore the natural beauty of Robber's Cave, a popular picnic spot with a natural cave formation and a stream running through it.
Take a 30-minute drive from the city center.
INR 50 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Town Table

Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at Town Table, offering a variety of Indian and Continental dishes.
Located near Robber's Cave, a short drive away.
INR 800, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Mindrolling Monastery

Visit the serene Mindrolling Monastery, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, known for its intricate architecture and peaceful surroundings.
Approximately 20 minutes drive from Town Table.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Black Pepper Restaurant

Indulge in a delightful dinner at Black Pepper Restaurant, offering a blend of North Indian and Chinese cuisine.
Located in the city center, easily reachable from Mindrolling Monastery.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: City Exploration Continues

Dehradun, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Cibo

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Cafe Cibo, famous for its pancakes and shakes.
Located in the city center, a short walk from most hotels.
INR 400, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Forest Research Institute

Explore the grand Forest Research Institute, known for its colonial architecture and vast botanical gardens.
A 20-minute drive from Cafe Cibo.
INR 100 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Orchard

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Orchard, offering a mix of Indian and Mediterranean cuisine in a cozy ambiance.
Located near the Forest Research Institute.
INR 700, 1 hour

3:30PM

Shop at Paltan Bazaar

Explore the vibrant Paltan Bazaar for local handicrafts, clothing, and souvenirs.
A short drive from Orchard.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at The Great Indian Pub

End your day with a delicious dinner at The Great Indian Pub, known for its Indian and Mughlai dishes.
Located in the city center, close to Paltan Bazaar.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Mountains and Scenic Beauty

Mussoorie, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Ivy

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Cafe Ivy, offering a range of continental dishes and hot beverages.
Located in Mussoorie town, easily accessible from most hotels.
INR 500, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Kempty Falls

Explore the stunning Kempty Falls, a popular tourist spot known for its picturesque views and refreshing waterfalls.
A 30-minute drive from Mussoorie town.
INR 50 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Char Dukaan

Enjoy a meal at Char Dukaan, a cluster of small shops offering delectable Tibetan and Indian cuisine.
Located near Kempty Falls.
INR 600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Camel's Back Road

Take a leisurely walk along Camel's Back Road, a picturesque stretch offering panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Accessible by a short drive from Char Dukaan.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Evening Tea at Rokeby Manor

Relax with a cup of tea at Rokeby Manor, a charming heritage property with a serene ambiance.
Located near Camel's Back Road.
INR 300, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Urban Turban

Enjoy a fusion dinner at Urban Turban, known for its innovative Indian and international cuisine.
Located in Mussoorie town.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Spiritual Retreat

Rishikesh, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Chotiwala

Start your day with a traditional Indian breakfast at Chotiwala, a famous eatery in Rishikesh.
Located in the heart of Rishikesh, easily reachable from most accommodations.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Beatles Ashram

Explore the tranquil Beatles Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in the 1960s, now an art gallery with graffiti and meditation rooms.
A short drive from Chotiwala.
INR 150 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Sitting Elephant

Enjoy a vegetarian meal at The Sitting Elephant, a cozy restaurant offering organic and healthy dishes.
Located near Beatles Ashram.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Triveni Ghat

Experience the spiritual ambiance at Triveni Ghat, a sacred bathing spot on the banks of the Ganges River.
A short drive from The Sitting Elephant.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan, a spiritual experience by the river.
Located near Triveni Ghat.
Free, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Little Buddha Cafe

Enjoy a peaceful dinner at Little Buddha Cafe, offering a mix of Indian and Continental cuisine with a serene view of the Ganges.
Located near Parmarth Niketan.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Spiritual Exploration

Haridwar, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Pandit Ji Poori Wale

Start your day with a filling breakfast of puris at Pandit Ji Poori Wale, a famous local eatery in Haridwar.
Located in the bustling streets of Haridwar.
INR 200, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Har Ki Pauri

Explore the iconic Har Ki Pauri ghat, a sacred place where devotees take a dip in the holy Ganges River.
A short walk from Pandit Ji Poori Wale.
Free, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Hoshiyarpuri

Enjoy a traditional North Indian thali for lunch at Hoshiyarpuri, offering a variety of vegetarian dishes.
Located near Har Ki Pauri.
INR 400, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Climb up to Mansa Devi Temple, perched on a hill overlooking Haridwar, and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
A short drive from Hoshiyarpuri.
INR 50 (cable car ride), 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Experience the divine Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri, a spiritual spectacle as the sun sets over the river.
Return to Har Ki Pauri for the evening ceremony.
Free, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Chotiwala Restaurant

Savour a tasty dinner at Chotiwala Restaurant, known for its North Indian and Chinese delicacies.
Located near Har Ki Pauri.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: City Farewell

Dehradun, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe de Tavern

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Cafe de Tavern, known for its cozy ambiance and delicious bakery items.
Located in the heart of Dehradun.
INR 400, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Tapkeshwar Temple

Visit the mystical Tapkeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and nestled in a natural cave surrounded by hills.
A short drive from Cafe de Tavern.
INR 20 (entry fee), 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Black Pepper Restaurant

Enjoy a farewell lunch at Black Pepper Restaurant, relishing your favorite dishes before departing from Dehradun.
Located near Tapkeshwar Temple.
INR 800, 1 hour
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