Mussoorie + Rishikesh tour package — 4N/5D itinerary, price and inclusions
A hill-station-plus-spiritual pairing that balances cool mountain air with the energy of the Ganges. Two nights in Mussoorie, the Queen of Hills, cover the colonial Mall Road and the popular Kempty Falls. You then descend to Rishikesh for two nights, the yoga capital on the banks of the Ganga, where the evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat is the emotional high point. Days take in the iconic suspension bridges Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula, the riverside Bharat Mandir, and the graffiti-covered Beatles Ashram. Optional white-water rafting on the Ganges adds an adventurous edge. An AC vehicle, hotels in both towns, and breakfast plus dinner make for a smooth, varied four-night circuit. starting at INR 12,000 per person. Covers Mussoorie 2N, Rishikesh 2N.
Mussoorie + Rishikesh package highlights
- Mussoorie Mall Road and Kempty Falls
- Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti
- Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula
- Bharat Mandir and Beatles Ashram
- Optional white-water rafting
Mussoorie + Rishikesh day-by-day itinerary (4N/5D)
Day 1: Arrival in Mussoorie
Drive up to Mussoorie and check in. Spend the evening on the colonial-era Mall Road, browsing shops and cafes with valley views. Settle into the cool hill-station atmosphere of the Queen of Hills.
Day 2: Mussoorie - Kempty Falls
Visit the popular Kempty Falls and other Mussoorie viewpoints such as Gun Hill (by ropeway) and Camel's Back Road. Enjoy a relaxed day around town with leisure time for shopping and local food before a second night in Mussoorie.
Day 3: Mussoorie to Rishikesh - Ganga Aarti
Descend to Rishikesh and check in. Cross the famous suspension bridges Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula and explore the riverside temples and ashrams. In the evening, attend the moving Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, with lamps and chanting by the river.
Day 4: Rishikesh - rafting & temples
Optional white-water rafting on the Ganges (season and water levels permitting). Visit the ancient Bharat Mandir and the graffiti-covered Beatles Ashram (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's old ashram). Spend the rest of the day soaking in Rishikesh's riverside, spiritual vibe.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast and check-out, begin your return journey from Rishikesh.
Hotels in the Mussoorie + Rishikesh package
- Mussoorie (3-star): Hotel Padmini Nivas or similar
- Rishikesh (3-star): Aloha on the Ganges or similar, Ganga Kinare Hotel or similar
What's included in the Mussoorie + Rishikesh package
- AC vehicle
- Hotels
- Breakfast plus dinner
- Mussoorie sightseeing
- Rishikesh temple visits (Triveni Ghat, Bharat & Lakshman temple, Lakshman Jhula)
- Ganga Aarti
What's not included
- River rafting (500-1,500 rupees)
- Bungee jumping
- Lunches
Frequently asked questions
Can I do white-water rafting?
Yes - Brahmpuri to Rishikesh (9 km, easy), Shivpuri to Rishikesh (16 km, intermediate), Kaudiyala to Rishikesh (35 km, expert). Sep-Jun only.
Best time for Ganga Aarti?
Daily at 6:30pm at Triveni Ghat (year-round) and Parmarth Niketan (more popular for visitors). Arrive 30 min early.
Is Rishikesh strictly vegetarian?
Yes. No meat, no alcohol within town limits. Many ashrams serve sattvic food.
Are yoga teacher training programs available?
Yes - Rishikesh is the world capital. 200hr YTT runs 3-4 weeks at Parmarth Niketan, Anand Prakash, Sivananda etc.
Is the Beatles Ashram open?
Yes - now a heritage site at Chaurasi Kutia. Entry 150 rupees, photos allowed.
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