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4-Day Economical North India Tour: Rishikesh, Dehradun & Mussoorie Road Trip Before Haridwar

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Day 1: Explore Rishikesh

Rishikesh, India on June 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Chotiwala Restaurant

Start your day with a simple yet wholesome North Indian breakfast. Chotiwala is famous for its affordable and tasty local cuisine, open from 7:00am.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Laxman Jhula

Famous iron suspension bridge over the Ganges, offering picturesque views. A great place to soak in the river scenery, open all day with no fee.
INR0, 1h0m

10:00am

Explore Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

Visit the serene ashram where The Beatles stayed; explore graffiti and peaceful surroundings. Open from 8am to 6pm, entry fee is nominal.
INR120, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Pure Soul Café & Organic Kitchen

Enjoy healthy, affordable organic meals emphasizing vegetarian dishes and fresh ingredients.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Experience the spiritual Ganga Aarti in the late afternoon. Arrive early to get a good spot; event starts around dusk (6-7pm).
INR0, 1h30m

4:00pm

Relax at Ram Jhula and local street shopping

Stroll across Ram Jhula bridge, enjoy scenic views, and explore the vibrant street markets nearby for souvenirs and snacks.
INR0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Little Buddha Café

Affordable international and Indian cuisine with a serene ambiance, perfect to wind down your day.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Dehradun City Tour

Dehradun, India on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Travel from Rishikesh to Dehradun by bus

Take an early Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) or Uttarakhand Roadways bus for approximately 1.5 hours. Buses start around 6am; fare approx INR40 per person.
INR80, 1h30m

9:15am

Breakfast at Kalsang Friends Corner

Popular with locals for simple Tibetan and Indian breakfast dishes. Opens at 8am, budget-friendly.
INR200, 1h0m

10:30am

Visit Robber’s Cave (Guchhupani)

Natural cave formation with a cool river running through. Great for casual trekking and photography. Opens 6am-6pm, small entry fee.
INR30, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Town Table

Affordable café offering fast food and Indian dishes with quick service, open from 11am-9pm.
INR350, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Forest Research Institute (FRI) gardens

Stately colonial building with lovely gardens and museums. Opens 9am to 5pm, entry fee applies.
INR50, 1h30m

4:30pm

Relax at Tapkeshwar Temple

A sacred cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with a natural water stream inside. Open daily 6am-8pm, no charge.
INR0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Oak & Briar

Budget-friendly multi-cuisine restaurant popular with travelers offering comforting meals.
INR450, 1h0m
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Day 3: Mussoorie Hill Station

Mussoorie, India on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Travel by bus from Dehradun to Mussoorie

HRTC buses depart regularly; journey takes approx 1.5 hours with fares around INR100 per person. Start early to maximize your day.
INR200, 1h30m

9:00am

Breakfast at Kalsang Friends Café Mussoorie

Renowned for budget-friendly Tibetan and local breakfast options, opens at 8am daily.
INR250, 1h0m

10:30am

Explore Camel’s Back Road

A scenic 3 km walking trail with breathtaking views of the Doon valley and hills. Perfect for an easy walk and nature photography.
INR0, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Tavern Restaurant

Affordable multi-cuisine eatery popular with tourists. Serves hearty meals at reasonable prices.
INR450, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Gun Hill

Second highest peak in Mussoorie accessible by cable car (INR150 round trip). Offers panoramic views of the Himalayas and valley.
INR150, 1h30m

4:30pm

Stroll on Mall Road

Explore the bustling Mall Road for local shopping, street snacks, and pleasant ambiance. Open evening till late.
INR0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Café Ivy

A cosy, budget-conscious café offering tasty North Indian and continental dishes. Open till 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 4: Return & Transit

Mussoorie to Dehradun, then towards Haridwar on June 9, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast in Mussoorie at a local dhaba

Enjoy simple, economical breakfast such as parathas or poha to keep you energized for travel.
INR150, 0h45m

8:00am

Bus from Mussoorie to Dehradun

Catch early HRTC bus for about 1.5 hours journey at approx INR100 per person.
INR200, 1h30m

10:00am

Local sightseeing in Dehradun (optional: Malsi Deer Park)

If time permits, visit Malsi Deer Park, a small but charming park with deer and birds, open 9am to 6pm, free entry.
INR0, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Friends Cafe Dehradun

Relax with a budget-friendly Indian meal before your onward journey.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Travel from Dehradun to Haridwar by bus

Take a direct bus which takes around 1.5 to 2 hours costing approximately INR50 per person. Reach Haridwar comfortably by evening.
INR100, 2h0m
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