Uttarakhand packs an incredible variety into a small state: the yoga capital Rishikesh and the Ganga aarti at Haridwar, the Kumaon lakes around Nainital, the Queen of Hills Mussoorie, tiger country at Jim Corbett and the high Himalayan shrines of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Our Uttarakhand tour packages range from a 2-night Rishikesh long weekend with rafting and camping to family holidays in Nainital and Mussoorie, Auli ski trips and complete Char Dham yatra packages.
Uttarakhand packages
Uttarakhand tour packages & group trips
Every Uttarakhand trip below can be customised — dates, hotels and pace. Group trips have fixed dates with a Dil Se trip captain.
White-water rafting from Shivpuri, Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, yoga ashrams, cliff-side cafés and the evening aarti at Triveni Ghat or Parmarth Niketan.
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Haridwar
One of Hinduism’s holiest cities — the Har Ki Pauri Ganga aarti at sunset is unforgettable.
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Nainital & Kumaon lakes
Boating on Naini Lake, the Mall Road, Snow View point and nearby Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal.
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Mussoorie & Landour
Classic hill station with Kempty Falls, Gun Hill and the quiet colonial lanes and bakeries of Landour.
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Auli
India’s premier ski slope with one of Asia’s longest cable cars and views of Nanda Devi.
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Jim Corbett National Park
India’s oldest national park — jeep safaris in Bijrani, Jhirna and Dhikala zones for tigers, elephants and birds.
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Kedarnath & Badrinath
Two of the Char Dham — Kedarnath reached by a 16 km trek (or helicopter) and Badrinath by road.
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Valley of Flowers
A UNESCO site that blooms from July to September, trekked from Ghangaria along with Hemkund Sahib.
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Chopta & Tungnath
The “Mini Switzerland” of Uttarakhand and the trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world.
Things to do
Top things to do in Uttarakhand
🌊 River rafting in Rishikesh🪔 Ganga aarti at Haridwar🧘 Yoga in Rishikesh🐅 Jungle safari in Corbett⛷️ Skiing in Auli🚣 Boating on Naini Lake🏕️ Riverside camping🥾 Chopta–Tungnath trek🪂 Bungee jumping in Rishikesh
Best time to visit
When to visit Uttarakhand
Plan your Uttarakhand trip around what you want to do.
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Best timeGoodOff-season / weather risk
March – June
Spring & summer
Best for hill stations, rafting and the start of the Char Dham yatra (late April/May). Plains get hot; hills stay at 15–28°C.
July – August
Monsoon
Valley of Flowers in bloom, but landslides are common on mountain roads. Rafting is closed; plan with flexibility.
September – February
Autumn & winter
Clear Himalayan views in October–November, the second Char Dham window, and snow in Auli, Chopta and Mussoorie from late December.
Getting there
How to reach Uttarakhand
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By air
Dehradun’s Jolly Grant airport is 35 km from Rishikesh; Pantnagar serves Nainital and Corbett.
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By train
Haridwar, Dehradun and Rishikesh (Yog Nagari) for Garhwal; Kathgodam for Nainital; Ramnagar for Corbett. Shatabdi and Vande Bharat trains run from Delhi.
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By road
Good highways connect Delhi to Rishikesh (5–6 hrs) and Nainital (7 hrs). Our group trips travel overnight by AC tempo traveller or Volvo.
Good to know
Uttarakhand travel tips
Char Dham pilgrims must register online with the Uttarakhand government before travelling — we do this for you.
Rafting is allowed for ages 14+ with safety gear; it closes during monsoon (about July–August).
Book Corbett safaris early — Dhikala zone permits open months in advance.
Carry warm layers for Auli, Chopta and Kedarnath even in summer.
Avoid mountain road travel after dark during monsoon.
Rishikesh is a vegetarian, alcohol-free town — respect local rules.
March to June and September to November are best for most places. Auli is best for snow from late December to February; the Valley of Flowers from July to September.
How do I plan a Rishikesh weekend trip from Delhi?
Our Rishikesh long-weekend group trip leaves Delhi on Friday night and includes rafting, riverside camping, the Ganga aarti and cafés.
When does the Char Dham yatra open?
The temples usually open around Akshaya Tritiya (late April or May) and close around Diwali–Bhai Dooj (October/November). Exact dates are announced every year.
Is Uttarakhand good for a family trip?
Yes — Nainital, Mussoorie and Jim Corbett are among India’s most popular family holiday spots.
Can beginners do river rafting in Rishikesh?
Yes. The 16 km Shivpuri stretch (grade II–III rapids) is perfect for first-timers, with trained guides and safety gear.