Rishikesh Mussoorie Package (4N/5D)
Overview
This Rishikesh Mussoorie package packs the Ganga and the hills into 5 days from Delhi with two overnight drives so you're actually spending your days sightseeing rather than on the road. You leave Delhi on day 1, drive through the night and arrive in Rishikesh the next morning (early) with a luxury camp as your base.
Your Rishikesh day covers Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula, the suspension bridges over the Ganga, an afternoon of river rafting and the Ganga Aarti on the ghats at dusk, before a night under the stars at the camp. On day 3 you drive up to Mussoorie and explore Mall Road on foot. Day 4: Full day of Mussoorie's best viewpoints (Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Gun Hill and the walk to George Everest Peak – the old Surveyor General's home, which is where Mount Everest gets its name) and in the evening we start the night drive back to Delhi.
The trip suits couples, friends and small groups with only a few days off who want both adventure and hill views on a sensible budget. You stay one night in a luxury camp and one night in a 3 star hotel (on double occupancy), with breakfast each morning in the hills. You travel from Delhi and back in a private vehicle.
Package Features
Travel by night to minimize your daylight hours for sightseeing.
A night under the stars at a Rishikesh camp.
An afternoon of white-water rafting on the Ganga.
Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula and the evening aarti on the ghats.
Explore the town's main promenade on foot on arrival.
Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Gun Hill and George Everest Peak.
Included
- 2 nights' stay on double occupancy: 1 night in a luxury camp in Rishikesh and 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Mussoorie
- 2 overnight road journeys (Delhi to Rishikesh on day 1, Mussoorie to Delhi on day 4)
- Breakfast on days 2, 3 and 4
- Pick-up and drop in Delhi
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary
- GST
Excluded
- Flights or train tickets to and from Delhi
- Lunch and dinner
- Gun Hill ropeway, entry tickets and camera fees, unless specifically included
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under Included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Delhi to Rishikesh – Overnight Journey
- Our driver picks you up in Delhi for the journey to Rishikesh.
- Settle in for a comfortable drive along the highways of north India towards the Himalayan foothills.
- Travel through the night, with a break for dinner on the way (at your own cost). Overnight journey to Rishikesh.
- Highlights of the Day: Overnight drive from Delhi to Rishikesh
Day 2 Arrive in Rishikesh – Local Sightseeing and Rafting
- Arrive in Rishikesh early in the morning and check in to your luxury camp.
- After breakfast head out to see the Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula (the two suspension bridges over the Ganga) and the temples and cafés around them.
- After lunch, go river rafting on the Ganga, with a mix of calm stretches and lively rapids.
- At dusk, join the Ganga Aarti on the ghats as lamps are offered to the river.
- Return to the camp and relax under the stars. Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
- Highlights of the Day: Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula, river rafting, Ganga Aarti, camping
Day 3 Rishikesh to Mussoorie
- After breakfast, check out from the camp and begin the scenic drive to Mussoorie (about 3 hours).
- Reach Mussoorie by afternoon and check in to your hotel to unwind.
- In the evening, walk along Mall Road and explore the nearby attractions on foot. Overnight stay in Mussoorie.
- Highlights of the Day: Mall Road walk
Day 4 Mussoorie Sightseeing – Drive to Delhi
- After breakfast, check out and set off to see the best of Mussoorie's natural and scenic spots.
- Visit Kempty Falls, then Lal Tibba, the highest point in Mussoorie, and Gun Hill for views over the Doon Valley.
- Walk up to George Everest Peak, near the old house and laboratory of Sir George Everest, the Surveyor General of India after whom Mount Everest is named.
- In the evening, begin the drive back to Delhi. Overnight journey to Delhi.
- Highlights of the Day: Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Gun Hill, George Everest Peak
Day 5 Arrival in Delhi – Tour Ends
- Arrive in Delhi in the early morning.
- Get dropped at your drop-off point in Delhi.
- Your Rishikesh and Mussoorie trip ends here.
- Highlights of the Day: Arrival in Delhi, tour ends
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking; the balance is paid as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Your booking is only confirmed once the itinerary has been agreed, the advance has been received and Luxe Trail Holidays have sent you a written confirmation.
- Full payment may be required at the time of booking for peak season dates, special hotel rates and certain activities.
- If payment is not received by the due date, the booking will be subject to the relevant cancellation terms.
- Package price is per person sharing (including GST)
Refund Policy
- Cancellation fees will vary depending on when we get your request, the individual hotel and transport supplier policies and any peak season restrictions. The relevant cancellation charges will be quoted with your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers approve them, so timelines can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original method of payment or to another method as agreed by you.
- Non-refundable amounts, supplier fees and bank or payment-processing charges may be deducted.
- If a service cannot be provided because of weather, road closures, government orders or other events beyond our control, a refund or an alternative arrangement is offered as per the supplier's terms.
Policy & Important Terms
- Every traveller must carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence). Foreign nationals need a passport with a valid Indian visa.
- River rafting in Rishikesh is closed during the monsoon (roughly July to mid-September) and at any time water levels are unsafe; operators set their own age and fitness rules.
- Nights 1 and 4 are road trips so take a light blanket, water and snacks and plan to rest on arrival.
- The order of the sights may be altered due to traffic, weather, landslides on the hill roads or local events.
- The vehicle is provided for the routes in the itinerary. Any additional trips or detours will be charged separately.
- Standard hotel and camp check-in and check-out times apply; early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nights do I spend in a hotel or camp?
Two. Night 2 is at a luxury camp in Rishikesh and night 3 is at a 3 star hotel in Mussoorie (both on double). Nights 1 and 4 are overnight drives from Delhi to the hills so you have two full days free for sightseeing rather than spending them on the road.
When can I go rafting in Rishikesh?
Rafting in Rishikesh is normally from mid-September to June (it stops during the monsoon when the river is too high and too fast). The quietest, most pleasant months to be on the water are October, November and March to May. The operators will have their own age and fitness criteria so do let us know the ages of all those travelling when you book.
What is George Everest Peak?
It's a ridge on the western edge of Mussoorie, right near the old house and laboratory of Sir George Everest (Surveyor General of India) after whom Mount Everest is named. On a clear day it commands excellent views of the Doon Valley on one side and the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas on the other.
Who is this package best suited for?
It's ideal for couples, friends and small groups who only have a few days off and want both the adventure and the hillside views. It's a fairly fast paced itinerary with just two overnight drives so it's best suited to those who sleep well on the road. Families with young kids may prefer the version with hotel nights which we can quote for.
What is the best time to take this trip?
October to June is the best time. You've got rafting runs, Mussoorie is quite pleasant from March onwards and the winter months bring clear mountain views (with cold nights). July and August are the worst months with heavy rains, very slow hill roads and rafting ceases altogether so if your dates are flexible you'd be well advised to avoid those months.
Can I travel by day instead of overnight?
Yes we can go with daytime drives, inserting in a hotel night in Rishikesh at the beginning and one in Mussoorie at the end which will alter the price. Just give us your travel dates and number of travelers and we'll send you over a revised quotation for that new plan.
