Best Places To Visit in Uttarakhand

Q: What is Uttarakhand best known for?

Nestled in the Himalayas, Uttarakhand is often referred to as the Land of the Gods. Aside from its breathtaking scenery and majestic environment, the region is famous for its numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centers, making it a popular religious site for pilgrims and tourists alike.

Q: When is the best time to visit Uttarakhand?

While Uttarakhand has wonderful weather all year round, the best time to visit is between March to April, and from September to October to enjoy good climate, and exciting activities.

Q: Where is the best location for tourists to stay in Uttarakhand?

Those who want to visit Uttarakhand just to enjoy the scenery and take in the views, you should definitely stay in Rishikesh, which is less crowded than the rest of Uttarakhand. It’s also closer to tourist locations in the great outdoors, so if you’re an adventurer or looking to soak in the sun in these beautiful environments, then this is the perfect place for you. However, if you really want to experience the bustle of the city, then you should stay at Haridwar.

Often referred to as the Devbhumi or Land of the Gods, Uttarakhand is teeming with Hindu temples and pilgrimage sites. Aside from man-made marvels, Uttarakhand is also surrounded by natural wonders like the Himalayas, the Bhabar, and the Terai.

Explore the best of Rishikesh, a city in Uttarakhand, and discover temples, ashrams, waterfalls, and more! Challenge yourself and go on a picturesque trek from Rishikesh to the beautiful Kunjapuri temple and pass through quaint villages, forests, and agricultural lands. While you're there, be sure to make a stop at the breathtaking Neer Ghattu Waterfall for picture perfect views.

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Outdoor & sports activities • From Rishikesh

Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh

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English guided

3-5 hrs

★ 4.7 (32) • 900+ booked

¥ 6,323

Tours • From New Delhi, Gurugram

Private 1-Day Trip to Haridwar and Rishikesh by Car

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English guided

Private group

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★ 4.8 (5)

From ¥ 8,574

Tours • From Ghaziabad, Noida, Rishikesh

Rishikesh & Haridwar 3-Day Small Group Adventure

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¥ 10,985

Tours • Uttarakhand

Haridwar Rishikesh Full-Day Private Tour

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English guided

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¥ 12,206

Tours • Dehradun

4D3N Jim Corbett And Nainital Tour From Dehradun

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English guided

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200+ booked

From ¥ 18,797

Outdoor & sports activities • From Rishikesh

The Flying Fox in Rishikesh

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3-5 hrs

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★ 3.4 (7) • 200+ booked

From ¥ 3,418

Tours • From Varanasi

Varanasi Ganges River & Vishwanatha Temple Full-Day Private Cultural Tour

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★ 5.0 (3)

From ¥ 22,561

Tours • From New Delhi

From Delhi: Haridwar, Rishikesh and Jim Corbett Safari 4-Day Tour

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¥ 68,353

Tours • Uttarakhand

Nainital Naina Peak Half-Day Private Trekking Tour

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¥ 7,323

Outdoor & sports activities • From Rishikesh

The Giant Swing in Rishikesh

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3-5 hrs

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From ¥ 6,323

Tours • From Rishikesh

Rishikesh Kunjapuri Temple Sunrise Trek Private Tour

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¥ 14,647

Tours • Uttarakhand

Nainital Full-Day Private Lakes & Views Tour

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¥ 19,529

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Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels Jim Corbett

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★ 4.4 (15)

From ¥ 18,634

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Tehri lake View Camping and Cottage

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¥ 6,498

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Hotel Dev Rishi By T And M Hotels

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From ¥ 1,742

Hotels • Rishikesh

Dharohar Homestay

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From ¥ 1,448

Hotels • Dehradun

Treebo Premium Queens of Hills Near Mall Road Area

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Taj Mussoorie Foothills Dehradun

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From ¥ 36,520

Hotels • Uttarakhand

Welcomheritage Ashdale

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★ 3.8 (9)

From ¥ 18,144

Hotels • Dehradun

goSTOPS Mussoorie Library Road

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Hotels • Uttarakhand

Lemon Tree Hotel, Rishikesh

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★ 4.4 (11)

From ¥ 12,774

Hotels • Dehradun

Landour Wood House

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Hyatt Centric Rajpur Road Dehradun

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From ¥ 13,482

Hotels • Rishikesh

HOLY VIVASA

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From ¥ 7,358

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Private 1-Day Trip to Haridwar and Rishikesh by Car

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2026-02-03 05:14:50

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Haridwar Rishikesh Full-Day Private Tour

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Time zone
GMT +05:30
No time difference
Currency
Indian Rupee
1JPY = 0.59INR
Official languages
Hindi
Best time to visit
JAN - FEB
Basant Panchami
Recommended trip duration
7 days
Flight time
12.5 hours
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