Budget Dehradun Exploration & Adventure

Discover Dehradun's architectural heritage, cultural exhibits, bustling bazaars, and revered riverside temple.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chetan Puri Wala

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional puri aloo at a popular budget eatery in central Dehradun.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Tranquility at Forest Research Institute

   09:15 – 11:00

   Walk through the sprawling Greco-Roman complex and forestry museums of FRI.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Cultural Tour at Zonal Museum

   11:15 – 12:30

   Examine ethnographic artifacts detailing the tribal history of Uttarakhand.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kalsang Cafe

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample affordable Tibetan and Chinese dishes at this famous local spot.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

   14:00 – 16:00

   Browse budget garments, spices, and local handicrafts in the heart of the city.

6. 16:15|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Food Walk in Dehradun

   16:15 – 18:00

   Sample local street food stalls and famous snacks along the city lanes.

7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Tapkeshwar Temple

   18:15 – 19:15

   Explore the cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva situated along the Asan riverbed.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Doon Darbar

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy North Indian curries and naan dishes at a local favorite.

Trek through river caves, visit natural springs, explore a monastery, and fly over the valley.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ellora's Melting Moments

   08:00 – 09:00

   Grab fresh baked goods and tea at a classic Dehradun bakery.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Robber's Cave

   09:15 – 11:00

   Wade through the cold stream inside a narrow limestone cave formation.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Sahastradhara Waterfalls

   11:15 – 12:30

   Observe the sulfurous water springs and limestone terraces.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kumar Sweet Shop

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine on vegetarian thalis and traditional Indian snacks.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Adventure at Mindrolling Monastery

   14:00 – 15:45

   Visit one of the largest Buddhist centers in India with its massive stupa and gardens.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Paragliding in Dehradun

   16:00 – 17:30

   Take a tandem paragliding flight over the foothills of the Himalayas.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

   17:45 – 19:15

   Pick up souvenirs and local woolen items in the evening market.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Black Pepper Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy North Indian regional dishes in a comfortable dining room.

Head into Rajaji National Park before taking in forest research and local street culinary walks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chetan Puri Wala

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with fresh hot puris and spicy potato curry.

2. 09:15|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Rajaji National Park Safari

   09:15 – 11:30

   Take a morning drive looking for wild elephants, deer, and birds in the forest.

3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Tranquility at Forest Research Institute

   11:45 – 12:30

   Spend a quiet hour visiting the timber and silviculture exhibits.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Town Table

   12:30 – 13:30

   Relax over lunch featuring continental and Indian menu options.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Food Walk in Dehradun

   14:00 – 16:00

   Discover local snacks and sweets along the old city streets.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Cultural Tour at Zonal Museum

   16:15 – 17:30

   Revisit special displays highlighting northern hill tribes.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Tapkeshwar Temple

   17:45 – 19:00

   Attend the evening rituals beside the natural cave water drips.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Orchard Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on Tibetan and Pan-Asian dishes overlooking lush valley views.

Combine scenic natural sights with spiritual monument grounds and vibrant bazaar exploration.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ellora's Melting Moments

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with coffee, omelettes, and freshly baked pastries.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Sahastradhara Waterfalls

   09:15 – 11:00

   Walk along the stepped water pools and enjoy the fresh mountain air.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Robber's Cave

   11:15 – 12:30

   Hike through the gorge and explore the natural river-carved rock tunnel.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kalsang Cafe

   12:30 – 13:30

   Satisfy your appetite with steamed momos and hot noodle soup.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Adventure at Mindrolling Monastery

   14:00 – 15:45

   Admire the ornate murals and peaceful gardens surrounding the monastery.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Paragliding in Dehradun

   16:00 – 17:30

   Experience another thrilling flight over the Doon Valley countryside.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

   17:45 – 19:15

   Shop for bargain footwear, clothes, and local brass items.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Doon Darbar

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy affordable muglai curries and biryani.

A day packed with wildlife, temple visits, colonial-era institute grounds, and street food tasting.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Kumar Sweet Shop

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat hot samosas, jalebis, and tea to kick off your day.

2. 09:15|11:15
   

   Outdoor

   Rajaji National Park Safari

   09:15 – 11:15

   Explore different safari tracks inside the national park Reserve.

3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Tapkeshwar Temple

   11:30 – 12:30

   Pay respects at the tranquil cave shrine surrounded by forest hills.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Black Pepper Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste Indian dishes and fresh breads in central Dehradun.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tranquility at Forest Research Institute

   14:00 – 15:45

   Stroll around the massive lawns and admire the central courtyard brick architecture.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Cultural Tour at Zonal Museum

   16:00 – 17:15

   Learn about the ancient socio-cultural traditions of the region.

   • entryFree
7. 17:30|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Food Walk in Dehradun

   17:30 – 19:15

   Sample famous local treats like bun tikki and spiced chaat.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Punjab Grill

   19:30 – 20:30

   Relish hearty Punjabi dishes and grilled kebabs.

Action-packed day with paragliding, river canyon trekking, waterfall exploration, and market browsing.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chetan Puri Wala

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savor authentic local puri aloo for a budget morning meal.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Paragliding in Dehradun

   09:15 – 11:00

   Glide through cool mountain breezes with expert pilot guidance.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Robber's Cave

   11:15 – 12:30

   Trek through the river canyon and relax by the cooling natural streams.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Town Table

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy a varied lunch menu with rapid service.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Sahastradhara Waterfalls

   14:00 – 15:45

   Visit the sulfur springs and scenic viewpoints above the waterfalls.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Adventure at Mindrolling Monastery

   16:00 – 17:30

   Walk around the Great Stupa and peaceful landscaped monastic grounds.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

   17:45 – 19:15

   Buy local spices, Basmati rice samples, and gifts in the street bazaar.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Orchard Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Conclude your day with momos and pan-Asian dishes in a hills atmosphere.

Final day visiting forest landmarks, wildlife grounds, ancient caves, street food, and bazaar shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ellora's Melting Moments

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast rolls, baked snacks, and hot tea.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Tranquility at Forest Research Institute

   09:15 – 11:00

   Take final photographs of the impressive colonial brick heritage building.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Rajaji National Park Safari

   11:15 – 12:30

   Final morning safari excursion through the Rajaji forest trails.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kalsang Cafe

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy a delicious budget meal of Tibetan specialties.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Tapkeshwar Temple

   14:00 – 15:30

   Spend peaceful moments by the river bed and sacred cave shrine.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Food Walk in Dehradun

   15:45 – 17:30

   Savor popular street foods and regional sweets one last time.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Paltan Bazaar

   17:45 – 19:15

   Wrap up your trip picking up last-minute souvenirs and items.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Doon Darbar

   19:30 – 20:30

   Celebrate the trip end with a full meal of North Indian specialties.