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Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand: A Relaxing 6-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
    4 hours 30 minutes (145 km) from Chandigarh Airport

    In the morning, visit the Christ Church and Shimla State Museum. In the afternoon, take a stroll on The Ridge and shop at Mall Road. In the evening, visit Jakhoo Temple and enjoy the scenic sunset.

  2. Day 2: Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
    2 hours 30 minutes (78 km) from Shimla

    Start your day with a visit to the Baptist Church and Kasauli Brewery. In the afternoon, visit the Monkey Point and Gilbert Nature Trail for some bird-watching. In the evening, relax and enjoy the peaceful views from Sunset Point.

  3. Day 3: Nainital, Uttarakhand
    7 hours 30 minutes (300 km) from Kasauli

    Begin your day with a visit to the Nainital Lake and the Naina Devi Temple. In the afternoon, take a Cable Car ride to Snow View Point for panoramic views of the Himalayas. In the evening, relax and enjoy a boat ride on the beautiful lake.

  4. Day 4: Kausani, Uttarakhand
    3 hours 30 minutes (120 km) from Nainital

    Spend the morning enjoying the beautiful sunrise views at Baijnath Temple. In the afternoon, visit the Kausani Tea Estate for a refreshing cup of tea and a tour of the plantation. In the evening, relax and enjoy the mountain views from your hotel.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
    6 hours 30 minutes (230 km) from Kausani

    Start your day with a visit to the Triveni Ghat for the morning Aarti ceremony. In the afternoon, enjoy a white water rafting adventure on the Ganges river or a hike to the Neer Garh waterfalls. In the evening, visit the Beatles Ashram and witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony.

  6. Day 6: Haridwar, Uttarakhand
    1 hour 30 minutes (55 km) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat and witness the morning Aarti ceremony. In the afternoon, take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges river and visit the Mansa Devi Temple. In the evening, explore the local markets and try some delicious street food.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Rohtang Pass in Himachal Pradesh or the Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand. Another great side trip is to visit the Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand for some wildlife sightings. Make the most of your trip by hiring a local guide for more insider tips and stories. Don't forget to try local delicacies like Himachali Dham and Kumaoni Raita. Happy Travels!

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