1. Dehradun And Mussoorie – Picturesque Location
Why: ‘Coz there are only a few amazing weekend getaways like Dehradun and Mussoorie
Ideal for: Peace lovers, honeymooners, family and friends
Best time to visit: All around the year
Ideal duration: 2 to 3 days
How to reach: It takes around 5 hours to reach Dehradun from Delhi via road. From Dehradun, Mussoorie is just an hour journey away. The nearest airport is in Dehradun – Jolly Grant Airport
Things to do in Dehradun: Visit the National Parks, Lakes, Kempty Falls, Benog Hill & Jwalaji Temple. Monastery, Resorts and Forest research institute in Dehradun
Places To Stay: Ramada Dehradun Chakrata Road, AruBhi Cottage, Hotel Relax, Tapasya Home Stay, FabHotel Invitation
2. Nainital And Ranikhet – Popular Getaway
Why: The lush green sight of Nainital offers an exotic view of the Himalayan ranges. Enjoy the trekking trails in Ranikhet and go camping in the main sight of the location.
Ideal for: Honeymoon couples, office goers, couples and families
Best time to visit: All around the year
Ideal duration: 4 to 5 days
How to reach: Nainital does not have direct access to air connectivity. The nearest railway station is located at a distance of 34 km at Kathgodham. It takes about 7 hours from Delhi to reach Nainital.
Things to do in Ranikhet: Visit the host of temples at Ranikhet, go trekking, and visit the Nainital zoo and Naini Lake. Enjoy the wildlife sanctuary and the wonderful climate of the hill station.
3. Jim Corbett – Wildlife Heaven
Why: Coz this is the place you can’t miss if you are a wildlife enthusiast, photographer and nature lover.
Best time to visit: All year-round, except Monsoon (June to August)
Ideal for: Nature enthusiast, photographers, excursionists
Ideal duration: 2 to 3 days
How to reach: Ramnagar is the nearest railway staion while Dehradun Airport is the nearest airport. It is well connected by road and there are regular bus services from Ramnagar and Delhi.
4. Rishikesh And Haridwar – Adventure Capital
Why: Rishikesh as it is the adventure capital of India; Haridwar for the tranquility and religion.
Ideal for: Everyone – friends, couples and families.
Best time to visit: Anytime of the year is good except monsoons.
Ideal duration: 3 to 4 days
How to reach: Nearest airport is in Dehradun. Trains connect both Rishikesh and Haridwar.
Things to do in Haridwar: Take part in the Ganga aarti in Haridwar, a holy dip in the river Ganga, go for a boat ride, eat the local delicacies and talk to the spiritual gurus. Visit the ashrams in Rishikesh; go for water sports adventures in Rishikesh and trekking up in the hills.
5. Auli – Ski Enthusiasts
Why: Visit to Auli is highly recommended to mountain lovers. The mountain sports activities can be enriching to the spirit of an adventure sports lover.
Ideal for: Mountain lovers, friends, couples and ski enthusiasts.
Best time to visit: April – June and November – February for snow
Ideal duration: 5 days
How to reach: The nearest airport to reach Auli is located in Dehradun. Nearest railway station is also at Dehradun located at a distance of about 6 hours from Auli.
6. Valley Of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib – Paradise For Nature Lovers
Why: Visit this place to combine your vacation with a blend of nature and spiritual worship.
Ideal for: Families and couples
Best time to visit: July to September
Ideal duration: 3 to 4 days
How to reach: Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 149 km from Hemkund shrine. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh.
Things to do: Visit the valley of flowers, trek, go to Hemkund shrine.
7. Chardham (Yamnotri, Gangotri, Badrinath And Kedarnath)
Why: It is considered to be one of the holiest pilgrimage sites according to the Hindu mythology.
Ideal for: Religious Travellers and tourists seeking an insight into Hindu Mythology.
Best time to visit: Anytime throughout the years except monsoons
Ideal duration: 5 to 6 Days
How to reach: Badrinath and Gangotri are accessible by road. The remaining two destinations of Kedarnath and Yamnotri require extensive trekking. There’s also a Himalaya Darshan helicopter service that allows people to cover the trip in two days. Nearby railway station is at Rishikesh. From there on, tourists will have to hire a vehicle or bus service to reach the site.
Things to do: Spiritual pilgrimage, visit the temples, and enjoy the hilly areas.
8. Uttarkashi – Quaint Hill Town
Why: this place is a must-visit to rejuvenate yourself inside out. It is not only for religious travelers but also attracts non religious tourists due to the various adventure activities it offers.
Ideal for: Religious travelers and adventure enthusiasts
Best time to visit: March to June and September to November
Ideal duration: 1 to 2 days
How to reach: the nearest airport and rail connectivity to UTtarkashi is Dehradun. The best option is to take bus which regularly ply from major cities of the country.
9. RudraPrayag – Land Of Confluence
Why: To witness the beautiful confluence of rivers, Visiting the two pilgrimages – Kedarnath and Badrinath
Best Time To Visit: April-December
Ideal For: Religious tours, nature lovers
Ideal Duration: 1-2 days
How To Reach: The nearest airport is the Dehradun airport from there people can hire a taxi or cab to reach here.
Things To Do: Exploring the temples and witnessing nature’s beauty
10. Rajaji National Park – Explore The Wilderness
Why: Wildlife
Best Time To Visit: Nov-Jun
Ideal For: Wildlife and Naturelovers
Ideal Duration: 1day
How To Reach: Rajaji National Park is accessible from Haridwar, Garhwal and Dehradun via many buses and taxis. Dehradun is just 21 km away from the park whereas Haridwar is around 43 km. You can also take a taxi.
Things To Do: Jeep safari, Explore the Wildlife
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