5 day itinerary
Dehradun And Rishikesh
Itinerary
Sure, here's an ideal itinerary for 5 days in Dehradun and :
Day 1: Arrival in Dehradun
- Arrive at
- Check-in to your hotel and relax for a while
- In the evening, visit the famous and enjoy a refreshing dip in the cold water
Day 2: Explore Dehradun
- Start your day with a visit to the , one of the largest Buddhist centers in India
- Next, head to the , a beautiful campus with colonial architecture and lush greenery
- After lunch, visit the , a cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
- In the evening, explore the local markets and try some street food
Day 3: Adventure in
- Drive to , which is about an hour away from Dehradun
- Go for a thrilling white water rafting experience on the Ganges river
- Visit the , where the famous band stayed in the 1960s and wrote many of their songs
- In the evening, attend the , a spiritual ritual that takes place every evening by the river
Day 4: Yoga and Meditation
- Start your day with a yoga session at one of the many ashrams in
- After breakfast, visit the , a beautiful spot for a picnic and a dip in the water
- In the afternoon, attend a meditation session at one of the ashrams or take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Indian dishes
- In the evening, enjoy a sunset walk along the river and watch the city come alive with lights
Day 5: Departure
- On your last day, visit the , a popular spot for a dip in the holy river and to witness the morning prayers
- After breakfast, check-out of your hotel and head back to Dehradun or the airport/railway station for your departure
I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to Dehradun and . Have a great time exploring these beautiful destinations!