MUSSOORIE HARIDWAR RISHIKESH TOUR2D / 1N ( Tour Code : MUH-AC )

BEAUTY OF UTTARAKHAND

Uttarakhand is known for its natural beauty of the Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai. On 9 November 2000, this 27th state of the Republic of India was created from the Himalayan and adjoining northwestern districts of Uttar Pradesh.It borders Tibet on the north; the Mahakali Zone of the Far-Western Region, Nepal on the east; and the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the south and Himachal Pradesh to the west and Northwest as well as Haryana in the south western corner. The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a total of 13 districts. The interim capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city in the region, which is a railhead. The High Court of the state is in Nainital.

TOUR SCHEDULE

Day Schedule Night Stay

1 Departure to Mussoorie. Night Journey

2 Fresh up arrangements on the way to Mussoorie and later proceed to Mussoorie. Upon arrival proceed for sightseeing - Kempty Waterfalls, Children Park, Gun Hill by Ropeway, Came Back and check in to the hotel. Evening visit Mall Road.

Mussoorie

3 Departure to Rishikesh via Dehradun visit to Lakshman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Geeta Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Shivanand Ashram, Parmarath Ashram. Arrival Rishikesh and visit: Lakshman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Geeta Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Shivanand Ashram, Parmarath Ashram and later proceed to Haridwar. Have a Holy dip in the River Ganges at “Har-ki-Pauri” and visit Mansa Devi temple by Rope Way. Departure to Delhi from Haridwar.

Srinagar

PLACES COVERED

On the banks of Ganga, Har Ki Pauri is the major pilgrimage attraction in Uttarakhand. This sacred ghat is extremely important as footprints of Lord Vishnu are found in here. Har Ki Pauri is a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges and the major landmark of the holy city of Haridwar. Literally, "Har" means "Lord Shiva", "ki" means "of" and "pauri" means "steps". Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are believed to have visited the Har ki Paudi in the Vedic times. The ghat is on the west bank of Ganges canal through which river Ganges is diverted to the north. Har ki pauri is where thousands of pilgrims during the Kumbha Mela.

Sacred bath at Har-ki-Pauri

Mansa Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mansa Devi in the holy city of Haridwar. The temple is located on the Shivalik Hills, the southernmost mountain chain of the Himalayas. The temple is the holy abode of Manasa, a form of Shakti and is said to have emerged from the mind of the sage Kashyapa. Devotees who want their wishes to be fulfilled by Mansa tie threads to the branches of a tree located in the same temple. Once their wishes are fulfilled, people come back to untie the thread from the tree.

Mansa Devi Temple

Swarg Ashram is a small township located 5 km away from Rishikesh, on the left bank of the Ganges. The ashram was built in the memory of Swami Vishudhanand. The township has many other ashrams, temples and caves, inhabited by saints, inside. Swargashram, which means Heavenly Adobe is a beautiful place situated in picturesque surroundings at the foot of Himalayas. The climate of the spots is splendid all the year. The chief aim in establishing this institution is to provide all facilities for spiritual benefit of all religious bent minds. The one who stay here, achieve a path of renunciation and devotion.

Swarg Ashram

Sivananda Ashram caters to the cultural needs of all ranks of people, to whatever class they may belong. The holy river Ganges flows by the side of the Ashram, coming down from Himalayas. Just as there is a Government in all countries to maintain law and order, there is also an inner Government to maintain law and order within ourselves. The Sivananda Ashram has the same belief and continuously working on making visitors believe in their spirituality. The Ashram works on the creative aspect of the Divinity within man.

Sivanand Ashram

Ram Jhula is an iron suspension bridge situated at Muni Ki Reti in Rishikesh. It is a connecting bridge between Swarnadhama, Gita Bhawan and other temples. Built in the 1980s, over the Ganges to cross the river and is also a landmark for city of Rishikesh. Ram jhula is located 3 kilometres north to Rishikesh where some of the Hindu ashrams and religious centers like The Gita Bhawan, and Swarg Ashram are located. Though similar in design, this bridge is bigger than its sibling bridge, Lakshman jhula. This bridge constructed above 59 feet from summer water level.

Ram Jhoola

Lakshman Jhula is an iron suspension bridge situated in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. Made over river Ganges to cross the river, Lakshman Jhula is a landmark of Rishikesh near to Ram Jhula. It is believed that Lakshman crossed Ganges on jute ropes between the places where this bridge is built. Lakshman Jhula was built in 1939, offering spectacular views from the bridge. Many temples and ashrams around ends of the bridge attract visitors from different corners of India.

Lakshman Jhoola

Gun Hill, the second highest peak of Mussoorie is located in Uttarakhand state of India. The major attraction of this place is the 400 metre ropeway connecting the Mall to the Gun Hill. Riding the ropeway is quite an exciting experience. By paying few rupees, you can reach the top of the Gun Hill by the ropeway and from where visitors can get a scenic view of the town. Crowded on weekends, lots of tourists visit this place.

Rope Way

Parmarth Ashram is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of river Ganges in the lap of the Himalayas. It is the largest ashram in Rishikesh with a clean, pure and sacred atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens. With over 1,000 rooms, the facilities are a perfect blend of modern and traditional amenities. The ashram is open for the stay of pilgrims who devote themselves to sadhana, meditation, seva and satsang and the pilgrims staying in this ashram are required to observe and adhere to truth, non-violence, self-discipline, and polite etiquette.

Parmarth Ashram

Kempty Falls is 14 Kms. away from Mussoorie on Chakrata Road having an altitude of 4500 ft. Bath at the foot of the fall is refreshing and is enjoyed by children and adults alike. Kempty Falls was developed as a tourist destination by a British officer John Mekinan in 1835. A string of water running throughout the year moves into the northwest direction and somersault drown from the astounding height of 4,500 ft. At Kempty, it looks as if the water is playing with the rocks. The Kempty Waterfalls can be visited round the year except in Rainy season.

Kempty Water Falls

A wonderful place for children to have fun & frolic, Children's Park is located few kms away from Dehradun city, in Mussoorie. Children’s park is surrounded by beautiful natural landscape. You can see lot of children along with adults enjoying at this park. Other popular destinations that one should be covering in Mussoorie are Kempty Waterfalls, Library Bazaar, Ropeway, etc.

Children’s Park

The Camel's Back Road stretching from Kulri to the Library Bazaar is 2.4 Kms. in length. Library Bazaar, also known as Gandhi Chowk is located in close vicinity of old library, which exhibits history and heritage. A Victorian-style Library, built in the mid-19th century, permits access only to members and it may not be possible to gain entry inside. This bazaar is also referred to as Gandhi Chowk symbolic of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, standing in one corner of the bazaar.

Library Bazaar

Geeta Ashram is dedicated for the mythological awareness of the common people. Ashran encloses many paintings and statues of characters from Hindu Mythology. Ashra is neighbored by the banks of the holy river Ganges, amidst the Himalayan Mountains at Rishikesh. It consists of a very large complex. A large number of devotees visit and stay here for holy Ganges dip. During the summer months, day-long special programs are arranged for devotees.

Geeta Ashram

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