Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar
- Pick up: From New Delhi Railway Station or Haridwar.
- Transfer: Drive to your hotel in Haridwar.
- Activities:
- Relax after your journey.
- If time permits, visit Har Ki Pauri for a dip in the Ganges.
- Local Food:
- Lunch: Try "Aloo Puri" with "Kachori" at Mohan Ji Puri Wale.
- Snacks: "Jalebi" from a local sweet shop.
- Dinner: Enjoy a simple North Indian thali with "Dal Makhani," "Paneer," and "Roti" at Hoshiyar Puri.
- Overnight: Stay in Haridwar.
Day 2: Haridwar Sightseeing
- Activities:
- Morning: Visit Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, and Bharat Mata Mandir.
- Afternoon: Explore Daksheshwar Mahadev Temple and Pawan Dham.
- Evening: Attend the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Kachori Sabzi" and "Chhole Bhature."
- Lunch: "Chole Bhature" at Chotiwala Restaurant.
- Snacks: "Lassi" or "Chaas" (buttermilk) to beat the heat.
- Dinner: A traditional meal with "Aloo ke Gutke" and "Bhang ki Chutney."
- Overnight: Stay in Haridwar.
Day 3: Haridwar to Rishikesh
- Travel: Short drive from Haridwar to Rishikesh (approx. 30 minutes).
- Activities:
- Morning: Visit Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, and the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple.
- Afternoon: Enjoy a session of yoga or meditation at an ashram.
- Evening: Witness the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat or Parmarth Niketan.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Pahadi Parathas" with curd.
- Lunch: "Satvik Thali" (pure vegetarian) at a local ashram.
- Snacks: Try "Herbal Tea" and "Vegetarian Momos" at a local café.
- Dinner: "Dal Makhani" with "Tandoori Roti."
- Overnight: Return to Haridwar for the night.
Day 4: Haridwar to Mussoorie via Dehradun
- Travel: Drive from Haridwar to Mussoorie via Dehradun (approx. 3-4 hours).
- Activities:
- Morning: Stop in Dehradun to visit Robber’s Cave and Sahastradhara.
- Afternoon: Continue to Mussoorie, check into your hotel.
- Evening: Explore Mall Road, and visit Gun Hill or Camel’s Back Road.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Aloo Paratha" with "Curd" in Dehradun.
- Lunch: Try "Kachori" or "Puri Sabzi" in Mussoorie.
- Snacks: "Bal Mithai" and "Singori" at a local sweet shop.
- Dinner: Enjoy "Madua ki Roti" with "Kafuli" (spinach curry).
- Overnight: Stay in Mussoorie.
Day 5: Mussoorie to Jim Corbett National Park
- Travel: Drive from Mussoorie to Jim Corbett National Park (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Activities:
- Afternoon: Check into your resort near Jim Corbett.
- Evening: Relax at the resort or take a nature walk.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Pahadi Roti" with local chutney.
- Lunch: "Bhutte ka Keema" (corn dish) at a local dhaba on the way.
- Dinner: "Chainsoo" (black gram dish) with "Bhatua Saag."
- Overnight: Stay near Jim Corbett.
Day 6: Jim Corbett National Park
- Activities:
- Early Morning: Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park.
- Afternoon: Relax at your resort, explore the surrounding area, or visit the Corbett Museum.
- Evening: Go for another safari or a nature walk.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Aloo Poori" or "Stuffed Parathas."
- Lunch: "Phanu" (lentil dish) with "Raita."
- Dinner: A Kumaoni thali with "Kafuli," "Jholi," and "Gahat ki Dal."
- Overnight: Stay near Jim Corbett.
Day 7: Jim Corbett to Nainital
- Travel: Drive from Jim Corbett to Nainital (approx. 2-3 hours).
- Activities:
- Morning: Arrive in Nainital, check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Explore Naini Lake, Naina Devi Temple, and Mall Road.
- Evening: Visit Snow View Point or enjoy a boat ride on Naini Lake.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Aloo ke Gutke" with "Bhang ki Chutney."
- Lunch: "Bhatt ki Churkani" with "Dubuk."
- Snacks: "Singori" and "Bal Mithai."
- Dinner: Traditional Kumaoni thali with "Thechwani" and "Pahadi Raita."
- Overnight: Stay in Nainital.
Day 8: Nainital Sightseeing
- Activities:
- Morning: Visit Eco Cave Gardens, Nainital Zoo, and Tiffin Top.
- Afternoon: Explore the nearby areas like Kilbury, and Pangot.
- Evening: Stroll along Mall Road and enjoy shopping.
- Local Food:
- Breakfast: "Madua ki Roti" with "Curd" and "Pickle."
- Lunch: "Kafuli" with "Aloo Gutuk."
- Snacks: "Jalebi" and local tea at a café.
- Dinner: A Kumaoni meal with "Chainsoo," "Bhatua Saag," and "Raita."
- Overnight: Stay in Nainital.
Day 9: Departure
- After breakfast: Enjoy "Gahat ke Paranthe" before checking out.
- Transfer: Drive to Lalkuan/Haldwani/Kathgodam for your onward journey.
This itinerary covers major attractions in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Jim Corbett, and Nainital, ensuring a rich experience of both the spiritual and natural beauty of Uttarakhand, along with a diverse taste of the local cuisine.