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Hill Station Tours >> Mussoorie Hills |
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Duration : |
6 Nights / 7 Days
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Destinations Covered : |
Delhi – Mussoorie – Dhanaulti – Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi |
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| Day-1: |
| DELHI – MUSSOORIE (DISTANCE 295 KMS / 8 HRS APPROX.) |
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Welcome to India; your Mussoorie Hill station Tour begins with your arrival at Delhi Airport or Railway Station. You will be received by our tour representative and transferred strait to Mussoorie by Road.
Mussoorie: Popularly known as the Queen of Hills, this charming hill station, 34 kms from Dehradun is situated at an altitude of 2003 meters above sea-level in the Garhwal hills. Mussoorie is one the beautiful hill stations in India and the most frequently visited. It provides excellent respite to people who want relief from the hot sultry conditions of the plains, especially since it is close enough to the capital to make just weekend trip. The name, Mussoorie is derived from plants of 'Mussoorie' which were found in abundance here.
Upon Arrival at Mussoorie directly check-in at your pre-booked Hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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After breakfast excursion to Kempty Falls, Nag Devta Temple, Mussoorie Lake and local bazaar. Enjoy a ropeway ride to Gun Hill.
Kempty Fall,
15 kms. fromMussoorie on the Yamunotri Road having an altitude of 4500 ft. It has the distinction of being the biggest and prettiest waterfall located in a beautiful valley and is surrounded by high mountains. Bath at the foot of the falls is refreshing and enjoyable for children and adults alike.
Nag Devta Temple
An ancient temple situated on Cart Mackenjie Road and is about 6 kms. fromMussoorie. Vehicles can go right up to the spot. It Provides a charming view of Doon Valley as well as of Mussoorie.
Mussoorie Lake
A newly developed picnic spot, situated on Mussoorie - Dehradun road and is about 6 kms from Mussoorie. It is a delightful spot. Pedal boats are available. It commands an enchanting view of Doon Valley and nearby villages.
Gun Hill
Enjoy a Ropeway ride to the second highest peak of Mussoorie. It can also be negotiated by bridles path which forks-off from Mall Road near Kutchery and to reach takes about twenty minutes. The Ropeway distance is only 400 metersand the sheer thrill of the ride is memorable. Gun Hill offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges namely Bunderpunch, Srikantha, Pithwara and Gangotri group etc. and a bird's eye view of Mussoorie town and Doon Valley. During pre-independence days a gun mounted on this top used to be fired heralding mid-day to enable people to adjust their watches and hence this name Evening returns to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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| Day-3: |
| MUSSOORIE – DHANAULTI–MUSSOORIE (DISTANCE 25 KMS / 1 HR APPROX.) |
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After breakfast excursion to Dhanaulti, The long wooded slopes, lazy outings, cool caressing breeze, warm and hospitable inhabitants, lovely weather and fabulous view of snow covered mountains makes it an ideal retreat for a relaxed holiday.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
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After breakfast, depart for a sightseeing tour of Dehradhun. Nestled in the mountain ranges of the Himalaya, Dehradun is one of the oldest cities of India and is recently declared as the Provisional Capital of newly created Uttaranchal.The hill resort of Dehradun has been popular since ages. The British were captivated by the climate of Dehradun and turned it into their residential resort. They also set up several important institutions and schools here.Dehradun also boasts of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology. It has a museum that displays the geological diversity of India. Rock samples, semi-precious stones and fossils are the various exhibits in the museum Evening return to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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| Day 5 : |
| MUSSOORIE - RISHIKESH (DISTANCE 3 HOURS) |
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After breakfast depart by surface toRishikesh - the meeting point of the Ganges and Chandrabhaga Rivers.It is said that Bharata, the brother of Lord Rama, did severe penance here. A temple of Bharata was constructed at this site, and the town of Rishikesh grew up around it. The town got its name when Raibhya Rishi performed tapasya (austerities) here. Lord Hrishikesh (another name for Lord Vishnu) came before him and granted him darshan.
On arrival check-in at your hotel. In the evening visit temples,GeetaBhawan, Ram Jhula ,LaxmanJhula .
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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| Day 6: |
| RISHIKESH – HARIDWAR – RISHIKESH (DISTANCE 25 KMS / 45 MIN.) |
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After breakfast depart for full day excursion trip to Haridwar.
Visit Bharat Mata temple
The Bharat Mata Temple is a massive eight-storey structure consecrated in 1983. Each floor of the temple houses statues of different mythological and historical legends, religious deities, leaders and heroes who played important role in the formation of the modern India. The temple was founded by Swami SatyamitranandGiri. The first floor of the temple has the statue of Bharat Mata or Mother India with a map of India on a raised platform. Likewise, the other floors also contain renowned figures of Indian history and mythology while the fifth floor serves as the assembly hall.
Visit Shanti Kunj
It is the most important centre for the Gayatri followers all over India. The temple here houses 24 images of Gayatri. Shanti Kunj is also famous for yoga practices.
Visit Har-Ki-Pauri
Har-Ki-Pauri is regarded as one of the major attractions of Haridwar. It is a sacred ghat built by the then King Vikramaditya in the memory of his brother Bhartrihari. This sacred bathing ghat is also known as Brahmakund. Thousands of devotees come here to take a holy dip in the river Ganga during the KumbhMela. Just near the ghat is the Gangadwar Temple which is regarded as the most important temple of Haridwar.
Visit Maya Devi Temple
The Maya Devi Temple holds great religious importance for the follower of Hindu religion. The temple is also regarded as one of the Siddhapethas dedicated to the Adhisthatri Devi of Haridwar.Evening return back to Rishikesh.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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| Day 7 : |
| RISHIKESH TO DELHI (DISTANCE 205 KMS / 6 HRS APPROX.) |
| After breakfast depart by surface to Delhi On arrival drop at Airport / Railway Station. |
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