Day 01 Arrival in Delhi, Drive to Haridwar (210 kms / approx. 5 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Haridwar – most popular holy city of India, placed in foothills of the Himalaya. It is also the entry point of ‘Ganges’ into the plains of Northern India. Hindu pilgrims and devotees gather at Haridwar to offer prayers on auspicious occasions. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and later visit Har-Ki-Pauri to bath or witness evening Aarti – The most spectacular and spiritual ritual of Haridwar. Overnight in Haridwar.
Day 02 Haridwar - Rishikesh (25 kms /approx. 1 hour)
After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh - The Himalayan foothills are the backdrop for Yogis here who meditate on the banks of the River Ganges. Popular for Laxman Jhula, temples, ashrams and ghats. Attend the evening Aarti at Parmarth Niketan ghat where Hindus gather in large crowds to pay homage to their holy river and seek blessings from Ganga River. Overnight in Rishikesh.
Day 03 Rishikesh - Mussoorie (75 kms / approx. 3 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Mussoorie - established by the British in 1823, Mussoorie became hugely popular with the Raj set. The influence of that era linger on in the architecture of the churches, libraries, hotels and summer palaces, also on adjacent town Landour. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Mussoorie.
Day 04 Sightseeing tour of Mussoorie
After breakfast, enjoy full day sightseeing tour starting with Gun Hill, which is the 2nd highest peak of Mussoorie and can be reached by ropeway too. It offers beautiful panoramic view of snow-capped Himalayan ranges and Doon valley. Later, visit the park estate of Sir George Everest - Mt. Everest was named after him. The place provides excellent view of surrounding valleys and peaks. In evening, stroll down on Mall road – structure of the road will take you back to the colonial period of British. Along with restaurants, hotels and shops, there is a 100 year old Methodist church too. Dinner and overnight stay in Mussoorie.
Day 05 Mussoorie – Delhi (290 kms / approx. 7 hours) | Departure from Delhi
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Delhi airport for return flight back home.
End of Services.
|