This summer how about escaping the heat and planning a breakthrough to serenity and amazement amid the lap of nature and mountains? An activity-filled holiday from the hot and humidity is the foremost need of the hour. So, plan a trip to Rajaji National Park, Dehradun and Mussoorie. The itinerary might surface as a bit unusual. The reason being, a trip to Rajaji is usually paired with either Haridwar or Rishikesh or both as the national park is tucked between these two spiritual cities. However, this itinerary is planned to rejuvenate your soul amidst a cool and soul-stirring sojourn. Haridwar and Rishikesh too, experience hot weather during the summer season. Therefore, you will go higher up in the mountains to kiss the clouds and embrace the cool breeze up there. 

3 Nights and 4 days Itinerary to Rajaji and Mussoorie via Dehradun

This is your detailed plan about How to plan Rajaji Tour along with Mussoorie and Dehradun.  

• Reaching Rajaji National Park on Day 1.

Reach Rajaji National Park by your own car or a rented vehicle and check into a resort. If you are coming from neighbouring cities then you will definitely reach Rajaji by afternoon. After lunch go for an evening safari from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm at Rajaji National Park. The Chilla Safari Zone is the most popular one in the national park. In order to enjoy a jeep safari at your preferred zone you have to conduct an advance safari booking. Returning from the safari, the rest of the evening is free for you to spend some leisurely hours at the resort. 

• Morning Safari at Rajaji and Proceed to Dehradun on Day 2.

Wake up early to embark on a morning jeep safari from 6:30 am to 8:30 am. You can opt to try out a different zone of Rajaji, namely, the Motichur or Jhilmil Zone. The morning aura inside the forest exudes an ooze a completely unique experience. With the sunrays peeping through the trees, and the jeep driving through the routes of the safari zones; and the silence in the forests syncs with the chirping of the birds. Returning from the safari, have breakfast and check out from Rajaji National Park to reach the next destination, Dehradun.

Dehradun is about 39 km from Rajaji National Park and it will involve a drive of about an hour to reach Dehradun. Make a brief halt at Dehradun to visit the Robber’s Cave, the most important landmark popular among tourists. Robber’s Cave is also known as Gucchu Pani and is a natural river cave that has amused tourists for centuries. Multiple legends and folklore are associated with this unique location. Spend a couple of hours at Robber’s Cave. Thereafter, have lunch and proceed with the drive towards Mussoorie. The distance to be covered to reach Dehradun is 34 km approx. arriving at the beautiful hill station, check into a hotel and unwind for some time. In the late stroll through the Mall Road, the vibrant market area, perfect for buying souvenirs. Try and relish some local street food in Mall Road and return to the hotel to wrap up for the day. 

Full Day Sightseeing at Mussoorie on Day 3.

Begin the day by visiting Kempty Falls, the most popular location in Mussorie. Next, visit the Company Garden, followed by Lal Tibba Scenic Point. Enjoy the marvellous scenic beauty surrounding the entire area, with the snow-covered Himalayan Ranges visible as a tiny crown. Have lunch and then visit Camel’s Back View, Gun Hill Point and conclude the evening with Cloud’s End. 

• Pack and Depart from Mussoorie 

Wake up at your ease and now it’s time to say goodbye to the mesmerising trip and to the mountains as well. Have your breakfast and complete all the check-out formalities to begin the journey back home.