4-Day Budget Trip to Rishikesh, Landour, and Mussoorie with Rafting for INR 5000

Day 1: Rishikesh & Rafting

Rishikesh, India on June 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Chotiwala

Start your day with affordable North Indian breakfast like stuffed parathas and chai at this popular local spot open 7am-11am.
INR100, 1h

8:30am

White Water Rafting on the Ganges

Experience thrilling rafting on the rapids near Rishikesh, typically lasting 2-3 hours with morning slots available from 8:30am to 12pm. Safety gear and guide included.
INR800, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at Pure Soul Café & Organic Kitchen

Refuel after rafting with healthy and tasty vegetarian dishes made from organic ingredients, open 11am to 6pm.
INR250, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Beatles Ashram

Tour the atmospheric, graffiti-covered ashram where the Beatles stayed in the 1960s. Open from 9am to 6pm.
INR150, 2h

4:00pm

Walk Across Laxman Jhula

Enjoy scenic views and spiritual vibes on the iconic suspension bridge over the Ganges. Open all day.
Free, 1h

5:30pm

Evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan

Attend the mesmerizing fire ritual at the riverbank starting at 6pm; entrance is free, donations welcome.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Little Buddha Café

Taste multi-cuisine affordable dishes in a relaxed setting in Rishikesh; open till 10:30pm.
INR300, 1h

Day 2: Landour Exploration

Landour, India on June 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Local Vendor

Enjoy a simple and budget-friendly breakfast such as aloo puri or stuffed parathas from street vendors before traveling.
INR100, 1h

8:30am

Travel from Rishikesh to Landour

Take a bus or shared taxi traveling via Dehradun for about 3-4 hours to reach tranquil Landour.
INR500, 4h

1:00pm

Lunch at Cafe Ivy

Relish sandwiches and hot drinks at this cozy café open from 12pm to 6pm in Landour.
INR250, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Landour Bazaar and Sister’s Bazaar

Wander through charming markets with colonial-era architecture and quaint shops for a relaxing afternoon.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Visit Kanwar Devi Temple

Visit this hilltop temple offering spectacular views and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for photo opportunities.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at The Orchard Restaurant

Savor budget-friendly North Indian food in a cozy setting, open until 9pm in Landour.
INR300, 1h

Day 3: Mussoorie Sightseeing

Mussoorie, India on June 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Landour Bakehouse

Enjoy freshly baked croissants and coffee at this popular bakery open 7am till 11am.
INR200, 1h

9:00am

Travel to Mussoorie

Take a shared taxi or bus from Landour to Mussoorie, approximately 30 minutes.
INR100, 0h30m

9:45am

Kempty Falls Visit

Spend a couple of hours enjoying the scenic waterfall, swimming, and nature walks; open 9am to 5:30pm.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Kalsang Friends Corner

Indulge in delicious, affordable Tibetan momos and thukpa at this famed local spot open from noon to 9pm.
INR250, 1h

1:30pm

Mall Road Stroll

Shop, eat street snacks, and soak in local color along Mussoorie’s bustling Mall Road open all day.
Free, 2h

3:30pm

Gun Hill Ropeway Ride

Take an affordable cable car ride to Gun Hill for magnificent Himalayan views; open 9am to 6pm.
INR80, 1h

5:00pm

Company Garden Visit

Relax in the flower-filled garden with amusement rides, open 9am to 6pm, perfect for an early evening unwind.
INR20, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Lovely Omelette Centre

Treat yourself to affordable and tasty egg dishes at this iconic local street food spot in Mussoorie.
INR150, 1h

Day 4: Mussoorie & Return

Mussoorie, India on June 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel or Local Vendor

Have a simple but hearty breakfast such as puri or paratha from local street vendors or your lodging.
INR100, 1h

9:00am

Camel's Back Road Walk

Take a scenic morning walk along Camel’s Back Road ridge with sweeping views of Mussoorie; open all day.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at Khyber Pass Mess

Enjoy affordable, authentic North Indian dishes at this local favorite, open 12pm to 3pm.
INR250, 1h

1:00pm

Travel Back to Rishikesh or Dehradun

Depart Mussoorie by bus or shared taxi for a 3-4 hour journey back to Rishikesh or Dehradun for onward travel.
INR500, 4h

5:30pm

Evening Tea by the Ganges (If in Rishikesh)

Conclude your trip with a relaxing cup of tea at a riverside café, soaking in tranquil views. Open till late evening.
INR50, 1h