Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days Places Covered: Dehradun
Day 1: Dehradun Begin your tour
Arrive into Dehradun
Welcome to Vardhman's "Dehradun-Kempty Falls Trek"
On arrival in Dehradun, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Dehradun: The capital city of Uttarakhand, Dehradun is famous for its scenic
grandeur and beautiful surroundings. Dehradun and its surrounding places
are adorned with the beauty of the Himalayas. Located on the foothills of
the Himalayan mountain range, Dehradun is a striking yet serene place. It
is thought to be one of the oldest (read as ancient) cities in India.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 2: Dehradun-Mussoorie-George Everest After breakfast, drive 35 kms to Mussoorie. On the way visit Malsi
deer park.
Mussoorie: Popularly known as the 'Queen of hills' in India, the place
seems like a 'virtual paradise' on earth. One of the most beautiful hill
stations not only in Uttarakhand, but the whole of India. It is named
after Mansoor, a shrub which is indigenous to this area. Lush green forests
and lofty mountains adorn the scenic town. With a panoramic view of snow-capped
mountain ranges in the north-east, and sparkling views of the Doon Valley
and Shivalik ranges in the south, the hill resort offers its visitors
real scenic delights.
Malsi Deer Park: It is located in the outskirts of Dehradun. One of the
major tourist attractions in the city and also acts as a savior of natural
environment from unnecessary business propositions. Malsi Deer Park is
Zoological Garden based amidst the Himalayan vegetation and Shiwalik foothills.
After sightseeing of Mussoorie, drive 8 kms to George Everest. Reach and
check into your camp.
Sir George Everest House: Park Estate is where the building and laboratory
of the first Surveyor-General of India 1830 to 1843, Sir George Everest,
after whom world's highest peak Mt. Everest is named, remains. [6]. It
is 6 km from Gandhi Chowk and vehicle can go right up to the place. The
place provides an enchanting view of Doon Valley on one side and view
of Yamuna Valley and snowbound himalayan ranges on the other. An ideal
place for picnic and trekking.
Overnight: Camp
Day 3: George Everest -Jwala Devi-George Everest After breakfast, trek 8 kms to Jwala Devi. Spend some time viewing
the Himalayan peaks, Yamuna river, and the Mussoorie valley. Trek back
to George Everest and check into your Camp for an overnight stay.
Jwalaji Temple (Benog Hill): Situated atop the Benog Hills, closer to
the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary and 9 km west of Mussoorie. It is situated
on the top of the Benog Hill surrounded by thick forest having an old
idol of Goddess Durga provides a marvelous view of Yamuna Valley.
Benog Mountain quail sanctuary
11 km to the south of library point lies an old sanctuary established
in 1993 and covering an area of 339 hectares. It is famous for the extinct
bird species Mountain Quail (Pahari Bater), which was last spotted in
1876.
Overnight: Camp
Day 4: George Everest-Bhadraj Temple-George Everest After breakfast, trek 12 kms to Bhadraj temple.
Bhadraj Temple: Situated on the extreme western region of Mussoorie town,
this temple is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna. About
15 km from Mussoorie, Bhadraj offers a commanding view of the Doon Valley
and Chakrata ranges.
Spend some time feasting your eyes on the Shivalik ranges, Doon valley,
Dakpather and Asan Barrage. Trek 12 kms back to George Everest. Relax
for the remaining part of the day.
Overnight: Camp
Day 5: Georgre-Everest-Kempty Falls-Mussoorie-Dehradun After breakfast, trek 8 kms to Kempty Falls.
Kempty Falls:The Kempty Falls are a major attractions of Dehradun and
Mussoorie. Set on the hilly terrains, the Kempty falls are stunningly
beautiful. The water cascading down from an altitude of 4,500 feet and
splitting further into five cascades, the water falls from a height of
40 feet giving the appearance of water jumping and playing on the rocks
before falling down. This place was developed as a tourist destination
by John Mekinan, after 1835. The name Kempty is derived from 'Camp-tea',
as the Britishers would organise their tea parties here.Past Kempty Fall,
12-km downhill, on crossing the Aglar River, one reaches the legendary
Yamuna River. Trout are in abundance here, and fishing permits can be
obtained form the Divisional Forest Officer, Mussoorie. The falls are
closed through winter and can be visited from the months of March through
July.
After having a bath at Kempty Falls, drive back to Dehradun railway station
or hotel with sweet and unforgettable memories of your "Dehradun-Kempty
Falls Trek" tour escorted by Vardhman Vacations.
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