Day 1: Delhi to Lansdowne
Early morning
Leave Delhi
Start by 6 am to cross Meerut before the traffic builds.
Midday
Kotdwar and Siddhbali
Stop for lunch in Kotdwar and a quick visit to the Siddhbali temple, then start the climb.
Afternoon
Reach Lansdowne
Check in and rest after the 40-44 km hill road.
Evening
Tip-n-Top sunset
Watch the sun go down over the Garhwal hills, then dinner at your stay.
Day 2: Lansdowne town
Morning
War Memorial and museum
See the Garhwal Rifles War Memorial and the Darwan Singh Museum (usually closed on Sundays).
Late morning
Churches and the Mall
Walk past St John's and St Mary's churches and have tea on the Mall.
Afternoon
Bhulla Tal
Paddle boats and the garden at the lake; good with children.
Evening
Forest walk
An easy walk on the road towards Jaiharikhal before dark.
If you have a third day
- Drive to Tarkeshwar Mahadev (about 36-40 km) in the morning and be back by afternoon.
- Or leave early and drive back to Delhi, reaching by evening.
Lansdowne Itinerary: FAQs
Can I do Lansdowne in one day from Delhi?
It is possible but tiring, about 500 km both ways. Two nights is much better.
Is two days enough for Lansdowne?
Yes. Lansdowne is small; two days cover the town and its views. Add a day for Tarkeshwar Mahadev.
