8 days in Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh Itinerary
Created using Inspirock India holiday planner
Start: Hyderabad
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Mussoorie
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Rishikesh
— 2 nights
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Manali
— 1 day
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Dharamsala
— 1 night
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Shimla
— 3 nights
Fly
End: Hyderabad
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Queen of Hill Stations
The self-styled "Queen of Hill Stations," Mussoorie features scenery that can be spoken of in regal terms.On the 22nd (Wed), stroll through Jabarkhet Nature Reserve.
To find reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Mussoorie tour itinerary builder app.
Hyderabad to Mussoorie is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to drive to Rishikesh.
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Rishikesh — 2 nights
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Yoganagari
Rishikesh draws in visitors of all creeds with its wealth of ashrams and yoga and meditation teaching centers.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Har ki Pauri and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ganga Aarti at Haridwar.
To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Rishikesh driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Mussoorie to Rishikesh in 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Manali.
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Manali — 1 day
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People visit Manali for a number of reasons, but all of them revolve around the landscape.Start off your visit on the 25th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Hidimba Devi Temple, then admire the verdant scenery at Solang Valley, and then explore the activities along Beas River.
To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Manali trip itinerary builder site.
Traveling by flight from Rishikesh to Manali takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Dharamsala.
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Dharamsala — 1 night
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The hill station of Dharamsala's reputation stems from its large community of exiled Tibetan Buddhists, including the Dalai Lama.Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Triund Hill.
For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Dharamsala online travel route planner.
You can drive from Manali to Dharamsala in 7 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can go by car to Shimla.
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Shimla — 3 nights
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Queen of Hills
The city of Shimla spreads out across a ridge, offering views of Himalayan scenery all around.Kick off your visit on the 27th (Mon): take in the awesome beauty at Kufri Fun World, then make a trip to The Mall, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kali Bari Temple, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Viceregal Lodge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Shimla Water Catchment Wildlife Sanctuary, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jakhu Temple, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Christ Church, and finally make a trip to The Ridge.
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Drive from Dharamsala to Shimla in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. On the 29th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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Uttarakhand travel guide
Land of Gods
Called the "Land of Gods" thanks to its many temples and notable pilgrimage sites, Uttarakhand appeals to tourists interested in taking a spiritual journey through an awe-inspiring Himalayan landscape. A comprehensive Uttarakhand tour encompasses everything from colonial-era hill stations and thriving cities, to protected wildlife areas and holiday towns with every amenity under the sun. Many come to discover the dramatic mountainous terrain dotted with sacred lakes and rivers--featuring prominently in the great epics "Mahabharata" and "Ramayana--while others take a trip to Uttarakhand for a chance to spot snow leopards and Bengal tigers.
Himachal Pradesh travel guide
Home to the majestic western Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh ranks among the world's top mountaineering destinations. Tourism in Himachal Pradesh draws adventurers from far and wide to climb, raft, paraglide, hike, and ski their way across the picture-perfect river valleys and snow-covered mountain slopes. Those looking for something less strenuous can tour Himachal Pradesh's charming hill stations, where the holiday atmosphere lasts all year. To travel through this mountainous region the old-fashioned way, consider one of the state's narrow-gauge railways, which include the World Heritage-listed Kalka-Shimla train line.
