One day in Landour
Walk up from Mussoorie
Start early from Picture Palace and walk up through Landour Bazaar to the clock tower and on to Char Dukan, about 45 to 75 minutes. Have breakfast at Char Dukan and look into St Paul's Church.
Lal Tibba and the Chakkar
Walk to Lal Tibba while the air is still clear for the mountain view, then continue round the Chakkar past the old cemetery to Kellogg Memorial Church.
Sisters' Bazaar
Stop for coffee and cake near Sisters' Bazaar and pick up jams or peanut butter to take home. Rest, or walk the smaller loop again at a slow pace.
Sunset and back down
Watch the sunset from the western side of the ridge, then walk back down to Mussoorie before it gets fully dark.
If you have only half a day
- Walk or drive up to Char Dukan, have a snack, and visit St Paul's Church.
- Walk to Lal Tibba and back the same way.
- Skip Sisters' Bazaar and the full loop.
Landour Itinerary: FAQs
Is a day trip to Landour from Dehradun possible?
Yes. Leave early, drive or take a bus to Mussoorie and walk up. Remember the vehicle registration rule if you plan to drive into Landour.
Is the Landour walk suitable for children and older people?
The Chakkar itself is fairly level, but the climb from Mussoorie is steep. Take a taxi up if needed and walk only the loop.
