Day 1: Dehradun - Mussoorie (approx 60 kms / 2 hrs)
In the morning, meet our driver & drive to Mussoorie, arrive and check in at your hotel. Mussoorie the “Queen of Hill Stations”, at 2500 mts above sea level, is one of the top hill stations in India, famous for weekend getaways, honeymoons, family holidays and beautiful Himalayan views. It us known for the lush green hills, the varied fauna and flora, the majestic view of the Shivalik ranges and Doon Valley. Its name is derived from the berry-covered Mansur shrub found in abundance around this trekker-friendly area.
This evening, take a walk on Mall Road.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Mussoorie - Sightseeing
After breakfast, visit Company Garden, Kempty Falls which are 15 kms on the Yamunotri road and Gun Hill. Return to your hotel. This evening explore on your own.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Mussoorie - Chopta (200 kms / 6-7 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Chopta, known as “Mini Switzerland.” It is a popular tourist destination, at an altitude of 2600 mts above sea level amidst dense forest. Enchanting views of the Himalayas are visible from Chopta.
On arrival, check-in, dinner and overnight at the Camp.
Day 4: Chopta to Tungnath Trek, Chandrashilla Peak
Tungnath, on the Chandranath Parvat is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the highest Panch Kedar temple of Uttarakhand.
After breakfast, you can go on an early morning trek (3.5 km) to Tungnath / Chandrashilla (1.5 km) and back to Chopta or enjoy a jungle walk. Chopta is the starting point of the trek to Tungnath Mandir and its summit is Chandrashilla. The region is rich in varied flora and fauna, with plenty of Rhododendron and Deodar trees all around. Return to your hotel.
Evening at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at the Camp.
Day 5: Chopta – Auli (5-6 hrs) : Free cable car ride Joshimath to Auli
After breakfast, drive to Joshimath and proceed to Auli by cable car or vehicle. On arrival, check in at your hotel. Auli is surrounded by the mighty peaks of Himalayas, some named after goddesses or mythological figures. The one that stands out are beautiful Mt Nanda Devi, 7,817 mts (25,643 ft). Even Mt Neelkant is visible. Auli lies on the way to Badrinath.
Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Auli - Optional Skiing
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy Skiing in Auli, depending on the snow fall. Auli is famous for its snow-white mountain slopes and skiing facilities. It offers a superb panoramic view of huge mountain peaks like Nanda Devi, Kamet and Dunagiri. From January to March, the Auli slopes are usually covered with a thick carpet of snow, about 3m deep.
Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Auli - Rishikesh (approx 250 km / 8-9 hrs)
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Rishikesh, which is one of the holiest cities in India, surrounded by hills (the Lesser Himalayas) on three sides and the holy Ganga River flowing through it. Rishikesh is the gateway to famous Chardham which are Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Many come here to practice Yoga, meditate and seek salvation at its ashrams on the banks of the Ganga.
Arrive and check in at your hotel. Evening attend Aarti ceremony at Trevenighat.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Rishikesh - Dehradun (21 km / 40-50 mins)
After breakfast, check out and proceed on a tour of Rishikesh city. See Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula and Parmarath Niketan Ashram. Then drive to Haridwar railway station or Dehradun airport to board your train / flight.
End of tour.
