Spiritual and Natural Journey from Dehradun to Neem Karoli Ashram

Day 1: Explore Dehradun

Dehradun, India on May 21, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Ellora’s Melting Moments

Start your day with delicious baked treats and coffee at this popular café known for fresh, quality breakfast items in Dehradun.
INR300, 1h

9:45am

Robber’s Cave (Guchhupani)

Explore this naturally formed cave with a river running inside, ideal for a cool walk and immersion in nature just outside the city. It opens at 9:00 AM.
INR30, 1h30m

11:30am

Sahastradhara Waterfalls

Visit this beautiful natural spring known for medicinal properties and scenic waterfalls about 11 km from Dehradun city center.
INR40, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Kalsang Friends Corner

Enjoy authentic Tibetan food like momos and thukpa at this well-loved eatery popular with locals and tourists alike.
INR400, 1h

2:30pm

Tapkeshwar Temple

Visit this ancient cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, set alongside a stream with petrifying water droplets. Open all day.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Relax at Forest Research Institute Museum

Explore colonial architecture and natural history exhibits at this institute; museum opening hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
INR30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ellora’s Melting Moments

Return for a cozy dinner featuring continental dishes and desserts in Dehradun’s pleasant evening ambiance.
INR500, 1h
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Day 2: Journey to Neem Karoli Ashram

Kainchi, Uttarakhand, India on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at your Dehradun hotel or local café

Have a light and early breakfast before embarking on a short 1.5-2 hour drive to Neem Karoli Ashram.
INR250, 45m

9:00am

Travel to Neem Karoli Ashram

Drive approximately 70 km northeast from Dehradun to the serene Neem Karoli Ashram located near Kainchi village, known for its spiritual atmosphere.
Cost of taxi or rented vehicle varies, 2h

11:00am

Visit Neem Karoli Ashram

Spend your time in quiet contemplation, explore the ashram grounds, attend a meditation session or participate in the prayer rituals. Open throughout the day for visitors.
Free, donations accepted, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at Ashram Canteen

Enjoy simple sattvic vegetarian meals served in the ashram’s dining hall, providing authentic local flavors in a peaceful setting.
INR150, 1h

3:00pm

Walk and reflection time around nearby hills

Take a serene walk through the surrounding nature trails of the ashram for reflection and to absorb the tranquil environment.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Evening Aarti and Meditation

Join the evening Aarti ceremony and meditation session at the ashram’s main hall to experience the spiritual heart of the place.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at ashram or nearby local restaurant

Have a quiet dinner at nearby eateries offering simple local vegetarian food, maintaining the spiritual and peaceful environment.
INR200, 1h
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