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Budget 5-Day Rishikesh and Mussoorie Adventure Under ₹5,000

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Day 1: Arrival & Rafting

Rishikesh, India on June 9, 2025

8:00am

Check-in Budget Hostel

Settle into a budget hostel costing around ₹400-₹600 per night to keep accommodation affordable.
INR600, 1h

8:30am

Breakfast at Local Café

Enjoy an authentic Aloo Paratha and chai at a small local eatery for a filling and cheap breakfast.
INR50, 0h30m

11:00am

White Water Rafting

Experience thrilling rafting on the Ganges with a budget operator charging approximately ₹500 for a basic package.
INR500, 3h

3:30pm

Visit Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula

Explore these iconic suspension bridges and browse affordable local handicrafts. Free entry.
INR0, 1h

6:00pm

Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Experience the beautiful spiritual Ganga Aarti ceremony at dusk, a free and uplifting cultural activity.
INR0, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner with Street Food

Try local street food like momos and chaat from inexpensive stalls near the riverbank.
INR80, 1h
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Day 2: Camping & Adventure

Rishikesh, India on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hostel

Have a light breakfast included with your stay or from local small cafés to keep budget low.
INR30, 0h30m

10:00am

Budget Camping Experience

Join an economical camping package around ₹1,000-₹1,200 including basic meals and adventure activities like rock climbing or ziplining.
INR1,200, 8h

6:00pm

Bonfire and Socializing

Enjoy the communal bonfire included in the camp package. End the day stargazing in a serene natural setting.
Included, 2h
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Day 3: Travel to Mussoorie

Mussoorie, India on June 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and Pack Up

Eat a simple meal at the campsite before heading back to Rishikesh.
INR30, 0h30m

9:00am

Bus to Mussoorie

Take a shared taxi or bus with a fare around ₹150 to Mussoorie for budget-friendly travel.
INR150, 4h

2:00pm

Check-in Budget Hotel

Stay in a budget guesthouse or hostel around ₹800 for a comfortable night.
INR800, 1h

3:30pm

Mall Road Exploration & Lunch

Shop locally and eat inexpensive local cuisine such as pahadi aloo at street stalls on Mall Road.
INR100, 1h30m

5:30pm

Kempty Falls Visit

Enjoy an affordable trip to Kempty Falls with entry costing just ₹50, perfect for a refreshing dip.
INR50, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Mall Road

Dine at an affordable café featuring local vegetarian dishes within a budget of ₹100-₹150.
INR130, 1h
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Day 4: Mussoorie & Landour

Mussoorie, India on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café

Enjoy a budget-friendly breakfast including pancakes or sandwiches at Chaar Dukan in Landour.
INR80, 1h

10:00am

Cable Car to Gun Hill

Take the cable car for spectacular views of the Himalayas for just ₹120 round trip.
INR120, 2h

1:00pm

Explore Landour & Lunch

Stroll Landour’s charming streets and savor local dishes like sandwiches at budget-friendly spots.
INR100, 2h

4:00pm

Lal Tibba Visit

Visit the highest point in Mussoorie — Lal Tibba — for stunning Himalayan views, free of charge.
INR0, 1h

6:00pm

Walk Back and Light Dinner

Enjoy a light, low-cost dinner at a local eatery on Mall Road featuring popular snacks.
INR80, 1h
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Day 5: Return & Relaxation

Rishikesh, India on June 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast in Mussoorie

Have a quick budget breakfast before traveling back to Rishikesh.
INR30, 0h30m

9:00am

Bus back to Rishikesh

Take an affordable bus or shared taxi back costing roughly ₹150.
INR150, 4h

1:30pm

Check-in Budget Hostel

Return to your previous hostel or a similar budget accommodation around ₹600 per night.
INR600, 1h

3:00pm

Relax by the Ganges

Rent an affordable kayak or simply relax by the riverbank enjoying nature’s calm. Kayak rental around ₹200 for 2 hours.
INR200, 2h

6:00pm

Visit Beatles Ashram

Explore this unique, historic ashram entry free to low cost (₹30) in late afternoon light for photography.
INR30, 1h

7:30pm

Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a riverside meal at an affordable café with dinner under ₹150 reflecting on your trip.
INR150, 1h
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