Are you sick of the hustle and bustle of life and need some peaceful environment, somewhere surrounded by beauty where the soul finds it calm and relaxed? Then Uttarakhand is the best place to visit. Whether you are looking for such breathtaking mountains, serene lakes, sacred temples, or thrilling adventure activities, Uttarakhand provides a wholesome experience of traveling. If you need some place to relax by the side of a lake, or even like doing river rafting, or enjoy offering prayers at temples, you will enjoy each and every activity at this place. Your best 10 days in the Uttarakhand tour by Chetram Holidays will give you the most comfortable and memorable experience of your lifetime. Chetram Holidays will organize everything you can think of, from luxury lodging to private transportation and more. Book online for a trip to remember forever!
When you arrive at Haridwar in the morning by train or bus, our team will welcome you and help to take you to a comfortable hotel. After having a refreshing breakfast, take the ropeway to Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar. Relax in the tranquility and enjoy the fantastic view from the top. Explore the local markets and grab lunch in the nearby restaurant. In the evening, visit Har Ki Pauri to attend Ganga Aarti. A lot of chants and bhajans, along with raising waist bells and floating diyas on the entire Ganga, will make your heart full. Go back to the hotel, eat, and sleep appropriately early, as you will have to do a lot of adventure the next day.
Post breakfast, travel to Rishikesh, reachable by a short road journey. Arrival, check in at the hotel, and freshen up. Its other popular landmarks are the two bridges on the river Ganga, Rama and Laxmana Jhula, offering panoramic views of the entire town, river, and mountains in the backdrop. Visit the Beatles Ashram, which is popular for its serene vibes and inspirational graffiti walls. Relax, and you can also do some riverside meditation and yoga. Enjoy a hot meal at an intimate local cafe before heading back to your hotel for the evening.
Have breakfast by the river before beginning your day. For the adventure enthusiasts, try a hand at white water rafting on the Ganga, which is great fun. If you are not afraid of heights, you can also experience bungee jumping. Further, hike to the Neer Garh Waterfall. You walk and hike for a while with the reward of peaceful landscape and refreshing water kicking in. In the evening, you can visit another spiritual Ganga Aarti at the famous Triveni Ghat. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, head towards Nainital. It is a beautiful hill station that offers lakes and colonial charm as far as the eyes can see. After checking in at the hotel, afterwards head out to the Naina Devi Temple. This is situated close to Naini Lake, which is famous. Join a boat cruise on the lake in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, take a visit to Snow View Point and enjoy surreal views of the snowy Himalayas as the sun starts to set.
Have breakfast and depart for some sightseeing in Nainital. You can see some rare species of animals as well as birds in the Nainital Zoo. Head to Tiffin Top and go on a little trek and enjoy a grand view of the town. You can visit the Eco Cave Garden, which is a fun learning experience, especially for kids. Shop for some souvenirs while walking along Mall Road. Taste a bit of local food and get away from the hot valley.
Have breakfast and leave for Mussoorie, also known as the Queen of Hills. Enjoy scenic views during the drive. Once you reach it, check into your hotel and relax. Visit the lively Mall Road to shop and try local dishes. In the evening, walk along Camel’s Back Road to catch a beautiful sunset. Return to your hotel, have dinner, and take a rest.
Post breakfast, set out on a full day of sightseeing. Mussoorie is home to some of the most extraordinary places, like Kempty Falls. Swim, or lie in the water nearby. In the evening take a cycle rickshaw ride. Next, you will go on an exciting ride on the Gun Hill Ropeway to have a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Visit the company garden and take a deep breath of fresh air. Walk through the gorgeous flower beds, enjoy a paddle boat ride, or simply relax by the fountain. Get your next meal at the Hill Station Café before taking a leisurely walk surrounded by nature on Camel's Back Road. Indulge in the views of sunsets that splash shades of orange and pink in the sky. If time is left, visit Mussoorie Christ Church, one of the earliest churches in this region.
Start the day with a lovely early breakfast, and later check out and head to Auli, known to be a splendid destination. On the way also see the Shankaracharya Math and Narsimha Temple, which are more than 1200 years old, at Joshimath. Having arrived in Auli, head to your hotel and relax over a cup of hot tea. Take a ride on Asia's longest cable car, Auli Ropeway, to enjoy majestic views of Nanda Devi and other snow-capped peaks. Upon arrival, you may participate in lighthearted snow activities or just enjoy the breathtaking views. Visit the Artificial Lake here; this is one of the highest man-made lakes in the world and covered with natural beauty. Make sure you take some breathtaking snaps of the alpine landscape. Spend the day skiing if you travel in winter. Spend your evening under the blanket of stars by the bonfires along with traditional Kumaoni music.
In the evening, visit the Forest Research Institute and then head to Rajpur Road for shopping and food. Return to your hotel for dinner and rest. Leave early and go to Chopta, which is a mini Switzerland of India. The lush green grasslands with a pale and unpolluted environment will surprise you. You can also get out for a brief trek in case you love to trek. Fly back out from Dehradun after enjoying Chopta. Visit Robber's Cave (Gucchu Pani), which is again a famous place to visit, and immerse your foot into the chilling water of the stream.
Post-breakfast visit to Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple situated in a cave having water fall down a natural stream over the shrine. You can also visit the Mindrolling Monastery to witness Tibetan culture and architecture. You will then be checked out from the hotel and proceed for a journey back home with a heart full of memories of Uttarakhand.
