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Ultimate 5-Day Uttarakhand Nature and Culture Tour Itinerary

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Day 1: Dehradun Exploration

Dehradun, India on May 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ellora’s Melting Moments

Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring freshly baked pastries and North Indian styles of tea to energize your day starting early at this popular local cafe.
INR 300, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Robber’s Cave

Explore this natural cave formation with a fascinating river flowing through, perfect for a light trek and photography, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR 40, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Kalsang Friends Corner

Savor authentic Tibetan cuisine including momos and thukpa, ideal for lunch near the city center.
INR 400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Tapkeshwar Temple

Experience serene ambiance at this ancient cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, a spiritual highlight open till 7pm.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Walk around Forest Research Institute

Enjoy the beautiful colonial architecture and botanical gardens; the museum closes by 5pm.
INR 50, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Town Table

Relish multi-cuisine and local dishes in a cozy setting to wind down your day.
INR 600, 1h0m
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Day 2: Rishikesh Spirituality

Rishikesh, India on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at The Sitting Elephant Café

Light and healthy breakfast options near the Ganges river to start your spiritual day right.
INR 350, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Triveni Ghat

Attend the morning Ganga Aarti or simply enjoy the peaceful riverside views, open all day.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Yoga Session at Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Participate in morning yoga and meditation classes for rejuvenation; sessions generally last 1-2 hours.
INR 500, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Ganga View Café

Enjoy organic and wholesome meals overlooking the river, perfect for a relaxed lunch.
INR 450, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

Explore the graffiti-covered ruins where the Beatles stayed in the late 1960s, open till 5pm.
INR 150, 2h0m

6:00pm

Attend Evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Ghat

A breathtaking spiritual procession along the river with chanting and lamps, lasts about 1 hour and starts at 6pm.
Free, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Chatsang Café

Enjoy Tibetan and Indian dishes in a relaxing evening atmosphere.
INR 500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Haridwar Spiritual Tour

Haridwar, India on May 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hoshiyar Puri

Taste traditional North Indian breakfast favorites like puri and aloo sabzi to energize for the day.
INR 250, 1h0m

9:00am

Explore Har Ki Pauri

Walk along this famous ghat on the Ganges where pilgrims gather, open all day for peaceful sightseeing.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Reachable by cable car, this temple offers panoramic views and spiritual insight, open till 6pm.
INR 40, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Enjoy wholesome vegetarian meals that have served pilgrims for over 100 years.
INR 400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Bharat Mata Mandir

Unique multi-story temple dedicated to Mother India with historical and cultural depictions, open till 6pm.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Experience another captivating aarti ceremony with large lamp displays, starting at sunset for about 1 hour.
Free, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Haveli

Dine on authentic North Indian cuisine in traditional ambiance to end your spiritual day.
INR 600, 1h0m
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Day 4: Nainital Lakeside

Nainital, India on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Sakley's Restaurant & Pastry Shop

Famous for continental breakfast and delicious bakery items right by the lake, open from 8am onwards.
INR 400, 1h0m

9:30am

Boating on Naini Lake

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride with scenic views of the surrounding hills; boat rentals available till 6pm.
INR 150, 1h30m

11:30am

Visit Nainital Zoo

See Himalayan wildlife including the snow leopard and Himalayan black bear, open till 5pm.
INR 50, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Machan Restaurant

Enjoy local Kumaoni and North Indian dishes with pleasant hill views.
INR 500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Cable Car Ride to Snow View Point

Ascend by cable car for spectacular views of the Himalayas; operational till 5pm.
INR 70, 1h30m

6:00pm

Stroll Mall Road

Explore shops, cafes, and local life with a relaxed evening walk.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at The Food Plaza

Sample a variety of cuisines including South Indian, in a lively setting near the lake.
INR 450, 1h0m
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Day 5: Mussoorie Hill Station

Mussoorie, India on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kalsang Friends Corner Mussoorie

Start with fresh Tibetan dishes and tea in this popular café, open from 8am.
INR 350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Kempty Falls

A beautiful waterfall spot 15 km from town ideal for nature lovers, accessible until sunset.
INR 20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Ivy

Enjoy continental cuisine and refreshments in a charming hilltop location.
INR 500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Walk on Camel’s Back Road

A scenic trail offering panoramic views of the Doon valley, perfect for an afternoon walk.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit Gun Hill

Take the cable car ride to the second highest peak in Mussoorie, providing spectacular sunset views; closes at 6pm.
INR 150, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Little Llama Café

Dine on flavorful Tibetan and Continental dishes in a cozy atmosphere to complete your trip.
INR 550, 1h0m
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