Pilgrimage and Scenic Uttaranchal Tour

Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, where our representative will assist you and escort you by air-conditioned car to the pre-booked hotel. After check-in, all required documents related to your tour will be handed over, and your queries concerning the complete tour plan and services will be explained. Later in the evening, visit the Light and Sound Show at Red Fort, where selected episodes from the history of Delhi, a city with around 5,000 years of history, are brought to life through narration and special effects against the historic surroundings of the fort. Afterwards return to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, take a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, the historic heart of the capital, visiting the majestic Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century and once the principal residence of the Mughal emperors. Continue to Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, commissioned by Shah Jahan, and Rajghat, the memorial marking the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue through New Delhi to see President House, the official residence of the President of India, India Gate, the iconic war memorial built in honour of Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the First World War, Birla Mandir (Laxmi Narayan Temple), Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and important precursor to Mughal garden-tomb architecture, the lotus-shaped Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site begun by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty. Visit Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir, generally known as the ISKCON Delhi Temple. In the evening, you can opt for a Cycle Rickshaw Ride through the lively and colourful market of Chandni Chowk. Afterwards return to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Haridwar, known as the “Gateway to the Gods” and one of India's important pilgrimage centres on the banks of the Ganga. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and relax. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, held on the ghat after sunset. During the ceremony, Brahmans hold large fire bowls while offering sacred mantras to the River Ganges, Shiva, Surya and the Universe. Devotees also offer flowers and earthen lamps, or diyas, to the Ganges in honour of their ancestors. Haridwar is traditionally associated with the story of Bhagirath bringing the Ganga to earth and is one of the four sites of the Kumbh Mela. Afterwards return to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, take a religious and spiritual sightseeing tour of Haridwar and Rishikesh. Visit Daksh Mahadev Temple, also known as Shri Daksheshwar Temple and associated with King Daksha, Gorakhnath Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, representing India in the form of a mother goddess, and Mansa Devi Temple, one of Haridwar's most visited temples. Continue to Rishikesh to visit Bharat Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Shatrughan Temple, dedicated to Shatrughan, Rishikund and Raghunath Temple. Continue to Lakshman Jhula, the historic suspension bridge and one of Rishikesh's best-known landmarks, which is currently closed to pedestrians and vehicles due to structural wear. Visit Triveni Ghat, an important riverside bathing and evening prayer site, followed by Swarg Ashram, Gita Bhawan, Parmarth Niketan, Shivanand Ashram and Kailash Ashram Academy of Meditation. Rishikesh, known as the “place of sages”, is associated with meditation, yoga and Hindu spiritual traditions, while also being a starting point for trekking and rafting. After the visit drive back to Haridwar. Overnight at the hotel.

After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Mussoorie. En route, take a halt at Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand and one of the region's rapidly growing cities. Visit Durbar Shri Guru Ram Rai, an important Sikh pilgrimage site, Tapkeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Sahastradhara, known for its natural springs, Malsi Deer Park, a forested refuge and popular picnic spot, and Tapovan, situated on the banks of the sacred Ganga and traditionally associated with Guru Dronacharya's penance and ashram in the Mahabharata. Continue to Mussoorie and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, take a walk along Mussoorie Mall Road. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Mussoorie, the hill station overlooking the Doon Valley and known for its colonial-era character, green hills and surrounding mountain scenery. Visit Kempty Falls, situated at around 4,500 ft and falling approximately 40 ft from the mountain, followed by Municipal Garden, also known as Company Bagh, in the Happy Valley area. Continue to Gun Hill, at 2,122 metres and the second-highest peak of the town, which received its name from the gun once fired at midday during the colonial era to announce the time. You may opt for a Cable Car Ride at Gun Hill for views of the Doon Valley. Visit Camel's Back, named after its distinctive camel-back-shaped rock, Jwalaji Temple, dedicated to Goddess Durga and situated on Benog Hill at 2,100 metres, and Lal Tibba, the highest point in Mussoorie and a scenic viewpoint in the Landour area offering panoramic Himalayan views. Afterwards return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure or, if time permits, shopping. Delhi offers a wide range of products including collections and decoration items, food and beauty products, textiles, wooden goods, silver and bronze art and jewellery. Popular shopping destinations include Central Cottage Industries Emporium, Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan, Khan Market, Old Delhi Market, Chandni Chowk, Spice Market (Khari Baoli) and Dilli Haat. While shopping, it is advisable to visit genuine and reputed shops; for other general shops, compare prices and products carefully before purchasing. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi to board the scheduled flight for your hometown/onward journey. With the completion of the pilgrimage and scenic journey through Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun and Mussoorie, the tour concludes with happy memories.