Trip Overview
Perched at 2,005 metres in the lower Garhwal Himalayan range of Uttarakhand, Mussoorie has charmed travellers for nearly two centuries. Dubbed the 'Queen of Hills', this colonial-era hill station above Dehradun offers panoramic views of the Doon Valley and the snow-capped peaks of the Greater Himalayas. The cascading Kempty Falls 15 km away is Mussoorie's most iconic landmark. Gun Hill — reached by India's oldest ropeway — offers the highest viewpoint in Mussoorie. Lal Tibba provides the best views of the distant Himalayan peaks on clear days. The Mall Road and Landour Cantonment area (home to authors like Ruskin Bond) add cultural depth to the destination. NorthYatra's Mussoorie package includes comfortable accommodation, sightseeing, meals and all transfers.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive Dehradun – Drive to Mussoorie
Arrive at Dehradun (42 km from Mussoorie) and transfer to the hill station. Check into hotel and relax while enjoying the panoramic views. Evening stroll on the famous Mall Road lined with shops, food stalls and colonial architecture. Experience the cool mountain air of Mussoorie.
Mussoorie Sightseeing – Kempty Falls & Gun Hill
Morning visit to Kempty Falls — a spectacular 40-foot waterfall cascade where you can take a dip in the cool water. Afternoon — Gun Hill via ropeway (India's oldest cable car), offering 360-degree views of the Doon Valley, Mussoorie town and Himalayan peaks. Evening at Company Garden.
Lal Tibba, Landour & Dhanaulti
Early morning drive to Lal Tibba — Mussoorie's highest viewpoint — for sunrise views of Kedarnath, Badrinath and other peaks on clear days. Visit the charming Landour Cantonment with its quaint old churches and Ruskin Bond's home area. Evening day trip to Dhanaulti (25 km) — a serene forest destination with apple orchards and Surkanda Devi temple.
Jabarkhet Nature Reserve – Departure
Morning bird-watching and nature walk at Jabarkhet Wildlife Reserve on the Mussoorie-Kempty road. Post breakfast, drive down to Dehradun for onward journey.
What's Included
- 3 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All sightseeing in AC vehicle
- Kempty Falls visit
- Gun Hill ropeway
- Cable car ride
- All toll taxes and parking
What's Not Included
- Train or bus to Dehradun
- Adventure activities like bungee/zip-line (chargeable)
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
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