10 Days Gems of Uttarakhand Tour from Dehradun – Haridwar, Mussoorie, Auli, Kausani, Nainital & Corbett
Tour Package
09 Nights - 10 Days
Projects description

See the very best of Uttarakhand in one grand journey with our 10 Days Gems of Uttarakhand Tour from Dehradun. This 9 nights / 10 days tour package covers both Garhwal and Kumaon, from holy Haridwar and Rishikesh to the snow slopes of Auli, the Himalayan balcony of Kausani, the lakes of Nainital and the jungles of Jim Corbett. Begin with ropeway darshan and the Ganga Aarti in Haridwar, enjoy the Gun Hill ropeway and sunset in Mussoorie, and drive via Dhanaulti and Surkanda Devi to Rishikesh for the evening Ganga Aarti. Travel up the sacred Alaknanda valley past Devprayag and Rudraprayag to Auli, where you'll spend two nights with chairlift rides and views of Nanda Devi and Trishul. Cross into Kumaon via Baijnath Temple to Kausani, then continue past Ranikhet and Kainchi Dham to Nainital for two nights of lake boating, Bhimtal and Sattal. End with a jungle stay and jeep safari in Jim Corbett National Park. This tour is ideal for families, couples and leisure travellers who want spirituality, hill stations, snow views, lakes and wildlife in a single, well-paced trip.

 

Route: Dehradun – Haridwar – Mussoorie – Dhanaulti – Chamba – Rishikesh – Devprayag – Rudraprayag – Joshimath – Auli – Karnprayag – Baijnath – Kausani – Ranikhet – Kainchi Dham – Nainital – Bhimtal – Sattal – Jim Corbett – Dehradun

 

Tour Highlights

 

  • Haridwar: Ropeway darshan at Chandi Devi and Mansa Devi, and the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri
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  • Mussoorie: Dehradun Zoo, Bhatta Falls, Gun Hill ropeway and sunset on Mall Road
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  • Dhanaulti & Rishikesh: Eco Park, Surkanda Devi Temple, adventure park fun and the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat
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  • Sacred Sangams & Joshimath: Devprayag, Dhari Devi, Rudraprayag and the Narsingh Temple
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  • Auli (2 nights): Chairlift ride, Auli Lake, Gorson Bugyal and views of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Kamet
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  • Kausani: Himalayan sunrise, tea estates, Anashakti Ashram and the ancient Baijnath Temple
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  • Nainital (2 nights): Naini Lake boating, High Altitude Zoo, Bhimtal, Sattal and Kainchi Dham
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  • Jim Corbett: Corbett Falls, a jungle resort stay and a jeep safari to spot tigers, elephants and deer

 

Major Attractions

 

Destination Top Attractions
Haridwar Har Ki Pauri • Ganga Aarti • Chandi Devi • Mansa Devi 
Dehradun & Mussoorie Dehradun Zoo • Bhatta Falls • Gun Hill • Mall Road
Dhanaulti Eco Park • Surkanda Devi Temple • Adventure Park
Rishikesh Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti • Ganga Beaches • Yoga
Devprayag & Rudraprayag Devprayag Sangam • Dhari Devi • Rudraprayag Sangam
Joshimath & Auli Narsingh Temple • Chairlift • Auli Lake • Gorson Bugyal
Baijnath & Kausani Baijnath Temple • Tea Estate • Sunrise Viewpoint
Ranikhet & Bhowali Ranikhet Golf Course • Kainchi Dham
Nainital Naini Lake • Mall Road • High Altitude Zoo • Cave Garden
Bhimtal & Sattal Lake Boating • Kayaking • Paragliding
Jim Corbett Corbett Falls • Hanuman Dham • Jeep Safari
Tour Plan

Approx. 55 km | 1.5 Hours

Please try to begin by 8–9 AM to make the most of your first day.

We'll pick you up from Dehradun Airport, Railway Station or your hotel and drive to Haridwar. You can stop at Om Pul before checking in (early check-in is subject to availability).

After lunch, head to the Chandi Devi Ropeway, where you can buy a combined ticket for both ropeways, and enjoy aerial views of Haridwar. Continue to Mansa Devi Temple, then attend the divine Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri in the evening.

 

Overnight: Haridwar
Meals: Dinner

Approx. 85 km | 4 Hours

After breakfast, check out and drive toward Mussoorie, visiting Dehradun Zoo, Prakasheshwar Mahadev Temple and Bhatta Falls (by ropeway) along the way.

Check in at Mussoorie and relax. In the afternoon, head to Mall Road for lunch with a view, then take the ropeway to Gun Hill for panoramic views and a beautiful sunset.

 

Overnight: Mussoorie
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 125 km | 5–6 Hours

After breakfast, check out by 9:00 AM to cover the stops comfortably.

Stop at the Eco Park in Dhanaulti, then visit Surkanda Devi Temple. The temple is a 2.5 km trek, so the ropeway (both ways) is required to fit it into today's schedule.

For lunch, stop at an adventure park near Dhanaulti with valley views, where you can try the giant swing, flying fox and rope cycling.

Continue to Rishikesh via Chamba and Narendra Nagar, with beautiful views of Rishikesh along the Ganges. After check-in, the driver will take you to Triveni Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti.

 

Overnight: Rishikesh
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 255 km | 10 Hours

Start early with yoga and meditation on the Ganga beaches. After breakfast, leave by 8:00 AM, as today is a long but rewarding drive.

Stop at Devprayag, where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the holy Ganga. About 50 km ahead, visit the Dhari Devi Temple, set right on the Alaknanda River. Break for lunch in Srinagar.

Continue to Rudraprayag, where the Mandakini from Kedarnath joins the Alaknanda, then drive past Karnprayag and Nandprayag to Joshimath. Visit the Narsingh Temple, the winter seat of Shri Badrinath, before continuing to Auli.

Note: If roads are slippery after snowfall, a local cab from Joshimath to Auli may be required.

 

Overnight: Auli
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

Wake up early for sunrise over Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kamet, Hathi Parvat, Dronagiri and Neelkanth.

After breakfast, ride the chairlift to the upper slopes and visit Auli Artificial Lake. You can also take the 3 km trek to Gorson Bugyal, a beautiful alpine meadow. In winter, the slopes become Auli's famous ski runs.

Return to the hotel in the evening.

 

Overnight: Auli
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 200 km | 8 Hours

After breakfast, leave Auli by 9:00 AM. Drive down the Alaknanda valley, stopping at Nandprayag, where the Nandakini meets the Alaknanda, and Karnprayag, where the Pindar joins it.

Have lunch near Karnprayag, since there are few restaurants for the next 50 km. The road then follows the Pindar River up to Gwaldam and crosses into Kumaon along the Gomti River.

Visit the ancient Baijnath Temple Complex, then take a short break at the Kausani Tea Estate. Arrive in Kausani by evening and enjoy tea with a sweeping view of the Himalayan ranges.

 

Overnight: Kausani
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 135 km | 5–6 Hours

Wake up early and watch the sunrise from your balcony. Kausani was called the "Switzerland of India" by Mahatma Gandhi.

After breakfast, visit Anashakti Ashram, then drive to Nainital via Someshwar and Ranikhet, stopping at the scenic Ranikhet Golf Course for photos.

Continue to Kainchi Dham, the revered ashram of Neem Karoli Baba, before reaching Nainital via Bhowali. Check in, then stroll along Mall Road and the Bhotia Market in the evening.

 

Overnight: Nainital
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, walk to Mall Road for boating on Naini Lake, then take a shared cab to the G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo, home to Himalayan birds, leopards and the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Later, drive to Bhimtal Lake, where you can try paragliding, and the peaceful Sattal Lakes for boating or kayaking. Lunch can be planned between Bhimtal and Sattal.

Return to Nainital in the evening and enjoy a relaxed walk on Mall Road.

 

Overnight: Nainital
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 70 km | 3 Hours

Enjoy a peaceful lakeside morning walk or boat ride. After breakfast, check out and visit Cave Garden, Suicide Point and Lovers Point for views over the Nainital valley.

On the way to Ramnagar, stop at Corbett Falls and Hanuman Dham Temple. After lunch in Ramnagar, you can take an optional afternoon wildlife safari (advance booking required) or relax at your jungle resort with games, the pool, a bonfire or a village walk.

 

Overnight: Jim Corbett
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Approx. 230 km | 6–7 Hours

Wake up around 5 AM for an early-morning Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park (advance booking required). Look for Royal Bengal Tigers, elephants, deer and many bird species. Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.

Return to the resort by 9 AM for breakfast. After some rest, check out and drive to Dehradun, with lunch on the way. You'll be dropped at the railway station, bus station or airport by evening.

 

Meals: Breakfast
Tour Ends: Dehradun

What's Included

Private Mode Transfers: Pickup and drop-off according to your flight/train arrival and departure timings.
Group Mode Transfers: Pickup and drop-off from the designated group boarding points.
Private Vehicle: Comfortable, clean and hygienic private AC vehicle for sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary. Please note that AC may be switched off on hilly roads and steep mountain stretches.
Accommodation: 06 nights' accommodation in clean, hygienic and comfortable rooms with scenic views, according to the selected package category.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner at the hotels as per the selected meal plan.
Transportation Costs: Fuel, toll taxes, parking charges and driver night charges.
Experienced Driver: Professional and experienced driver throughout the journey.
GST: Applicable GST is included in the package cost.

Not Included

×Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, shopping, tips and other individual expenses.
×Lunch, additional meals, snacks, beverages and drinks unless specifically mentioned.
×Travel insurance.
×Entry fees for monuments, museums, zoos, parks, temples and other attractions unless mentioned in inclusions.
×Jeep safari, rafting, paragliding, boating, kayaking and other adventure activities.
×Local guides, horses, ponies, palki/doli services, helicopters or similar services.
×Local transportation or conveyance required at specific sightseeing points where the main vehicle cannot enter.
×Any additional cost arising from changes in the itinerary due to weather, road conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

Booking & Payment Policy

Advance Payment

Pay 10% of the total tour cost to initiate the booking.

Confirmation Payment

An additional 20% is payable within 24–48 hours after receiving the booking confirmation.

Balance Payment

The remaining 70% is payable on arrival, before commencement of the tour, or according to the agreed payment schedule.

Payment Methods

Payments can be made through:

  • UPI
  • Bank Transfer
  • Credit/Debit Cards
  • Online Payment Gateways

Booking Confirmation

A booking is considered confirmed only after the required advance payment has been received and confirmation has been shared through email or WhatsApp.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellation Time Cancellation Charge Refund
30+ days before departure 10% 90%
15–29 days before departure 30% 70%
8–14 days before departure 50% 50%
3–7 days before departure 75% 25%
Less than 3 days / No-show 100% No refund

 

Refund Processing: Eligible refunds will generally be processed within 7–10 working days through the original payment method.

Modification & Rescheduling

  • Tour dates may be rescheduled subject to availability and applicable seasonal or fare differences.
  • Modification requests should be submitted at least 15 days before the tour start date.
  • Name changes and passenger modifications are permitted up to 7 days before departure, subject to feasibility.
  • Rescheduling during peak seasons, festivals or holidays may involve additional charges.
  • Any price difference resulting from changes in hotels, transportation, permits or activities will be payable by the traveller.

Important Terms & Conditions

Valid ID Proof

Every traveller must carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID.

Itinerary Changes

The itinerary may need to be modified due to adverse weather, road closures, landslides, natural calamities, government restrictions, political situations or other unforeseen circumstances. Wherever possible, suitable alternative arrangements will be offered.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included. Travellers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip interruption, cancellations and personal belongings.

Force Majeure

The company will not be responsible for delays, cancellations or additional expenses caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, political unrest, road closures or government restrictions.

Health & Fitness

Travellers should be physically fit for mountain travel. Although this itinerary does not involve a high-altitude trek, road journeys through the Himalayan region can involve winding roads, elevation changes and long travel hours. Travellers with specific health concerns should consult their doctor before travelling.

Children Policy

  • Children below 5 years: Complimentary when sharing the parents' bed.
  • Children aged 5–11 years: 25% discount.
  • Children above 11 years: Charged as adults.

Child policies may vary depending on the hotel and room configuration.

Personal Belongings

Travellers are responsible for their personal belongings, valuables, electronic devices and luggage. The company is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal items.

Traveller Conduct

Travellers are expected to maintain responsible and respectful behaviour throughout the journey. Services may be terminated without refund in cases of illegal, abusive or seriously inappropriate behaviour.

Additional Expenses

Any expense not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions will be payable by the traveller.

Transportation & Mountain Travel Guidelines

Vehicle Allocation: Vehicle type will depend on the number of travellers and selected package category.

Air Conditioning: AC may be switched off on steep mountain roads and hilly stretches due to vehicle performance and safety considerations.

Night Driving: For safety reasons, drivers generally avoid driving after sunset on mountain roads.

No Smoking: Smoking is not permitted inside the vehicle.

Alcohol: Consumption of alcohol inside the vehicle is strictly prohibited.

Mountain Roads: Travel times mentioned in the itinerary are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, weather, road conditions, sightseeing stops and local restrictions.

Traveller Notes

Best Time to Visit

This Uttarakhand circuit can be planned across different seasons, with each season offering a different experience. Summer is pleasant for sightseeing, monsoon brings lush greenery but may cause road disruptions, while autumn and winter offer clearer mountain views and cooler temperatures.

What to Carry

Travellers are advised to carry:

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light and warm clothing
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Personal medicines
  • Valid photo ID
  • Power bank
  • Rain protection during monsoon
  • Warm layers during winter

Important Road Safety Note

Mountain roads can be narrow and winding. Driving before sunrise or after sunset in hilly areas may be restricted or avoided for safety reasons. The exact travel schedule may therefore be adjusted according to local road and weather conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Haridwar, Dehradun, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti, Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Joshimath, Auli, Baijnath, Kausani, Ranikhet, Kainchi Dham, Nainital, Bhimtal, Sattal and Jim Corbett.

 

The tour starts and ends in Dehradun, with pickup and drop at the airport, railway station, bus stand or your hotel. Delhi pickup can be arranged at extra cost.

 

Yes. The first half covers Garhwal (Haridwar, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Auli), and the second half covers Kumaon (Kausani, Nainital, Corbett).

 

The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been closed for several years. This tour uses the Auli chairlift, which takes you to the upper slopes for the best views.

 

The safari requires advance booking and is subject to permit availability and park rules. Please confirm with us whether it's included in your selected package.

 

Yes. Day 4 (Rishikesh to Auli), Day 6 (Auli to Kausani) and Day 10 (Corbett to Dehradun) are long drives, so early starts are recommended.

 

March to June and September to November are ideal. December to February brings snow in Auli, which may require a local cab from Joshimath. The monsoon (July–August) can cause landslides.

 

Yes. You can add extra nights, change hotels, or start from Delhi or Haridwar instead of Dehradun.