Forested hills of the Doon Valley around Dehradun

Dehradun Itinerary: 1-Day and 2-Day Plans

One day in Dehradun covers the Forest Research Institute, Tapkeshwar, Robber's Cave, Mindrolling and Paltan Bazaar. A second day adds Sahastradhara and Malsi Deer Park before you head up to Mussoorie. Both plans are below.

Ideal stay1-2 days
MorningFRI, Tapkeshwar
AfternoonRobber's Cave, Mindrolling
EveningPaltan Bazaar

Dehradun in 1 day

The main sights in a single day.

Morning

FRI and Tapkeshwar

Start at the Forest Research Institute when it opens (not on Sundays), then visit Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple.

Afternoon

Robber's Cave and Mindrolling

Walk through Robber's Cave after lunch, then head to Mindrolling Monastery in Clement Town for the Great Stupa.

Evening

Clock Tower and Paltan Bazaar

Finish with shopping and street food around the Clock Tower and Paltan Bazaar, or dinner on Rajpur Road.

Dehradun in 2 days

Adds the springs and a slower pace.

Day 1

FRI, Tapkeshwar, Mindrolling

Forest Research Institute, Tapkeshwar Temple, Mindrolling Monastery and Paltan Bazaar in the evening.

Day 2

Robber's Cave, Sahastradhara and Rajpur Road

Robber's Cave early, Sahastradhara before lunch, Malsi Deer Park on the way back, and dinner on Rajpur Road. Continue to Mussoorie the next day.

Dehradun Itinerary: FAQs

Is one day enough for Dehradun?

Yes, for the main sights. Avoid Sundays if you want to see the Forest Research Institute.

How do I combine Dehradun, Mussoorie and Rishikesh?

Spend one day in Dehradun, two in Mussoorie and two in Rishikesh. All three are within 75 km of each other.

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