Peaceful mountain retreats

Quiet villages in Garhwal with long stays and few activities.

Length8 days
Starts fromDehradun
PaceRelaxed
MonthsMar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov

Check before you go: driving times are typical estimates for mountain roads, not live traffic. Confirm road status, opening dates and bookings locally.

Day by day

  1. Day 1: Dehradun to Kanatal. Drive and settle in.
    Driving: About 2.5-3 hours · Overnight: Kanatal
  2. Day 2: Kanatal. Forest walk and Surkanda Devi.
    Driving: Local · Overnight: Kanatal
  3. Day 3: Kanatal to Dhanaulti. Short drive.
    Driving: About 1 hour · Overnight: Dhanaulti
  4. Day 4: Dhanaulti. Eco Parks and rest.
    Driving: Local · Overnight: Dhanaulti
  5. Day 5: Dhanaulti to Chakrata. Drive through forest.
    Driving: About 3-4 hours · Overnight: Chakrata
  6. Day 6: Chakrata. Tiger Falls and Deoban.
    Driving: Local · Overnight: Chakrata
  7. Day 7: Chakrata to Dehradun. Return drive.
    Driving: About 3-4 hours · Overnight: Dehradun
  8. Day 8: Departure. Depart.
    Driving: None · Overnight: None

Is it comfortable or rushed?

Comfortable. Comfortable; no rushed days.

Seasonal alternatives

Monsoon roads can be rough.

Budget

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Route map

Straight lines between stops are schematic only, not the road route.

Stops

Dehradun, Kanatal, Dhanaulti, Chakrata