Title: Visit Uttarakhand: Best of Uttarakhand Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Uttarakhand Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Uttarakhand.d6049950.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Uttarakhand](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Uttarakhand.d6049950.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Uttarakhand Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Uttarakhand.d6049950.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Uttarakhand](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Uttarakhand.d6049950.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Uttarakhand Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Uttarakhand.d6049950.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Uttarakhand Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Uttarakhand.d6049950.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Uttarakhand Travel Guide ## India ![Bhimtal which includes kayaking or canoeing and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128356/a0dd7cbf-fafe-452f-b4e0-b67b924f6d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bhimtal which includes kayaking or canoeing and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128356/a0dd7cbf-fafe-452f-b4e0-b67b924f6d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hari Parbat Fort which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6148284/e0e14068-425a-4f90-8fc3-24bc0383c908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Naukuchiyatal showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139789/acbf2ab6-ec6f-4e8b-937a-9e71446a7975.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Uttarakhand showing markets, shopping and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049950/c833d223-7008-444c-af93-0210fe598959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit a northern Indian state with great variety, from gorgeous scenery and year-round outdoor pursuits to beautiful temples and a renowned yoga destination. Uttarakhand is known as the Land of the Gods, a vast Himalayan region representing the power and beauty of nature and devotion to deities. Dotted among the diverse landscape of mountains, valleys, rivers, lakes and glaciers are many sacred temples, shrines and pilgrimage centers. Ski across rugged mountains, meditate on the banks of a river and visit ancient temples. Enjoy the many ways to discover Uttarakhand's wealth of natural landscapes. Travel through Rajaji National Park on a jungle safari to spot tigers, panthers and elephants. Tackle the challenging rapids of the Dhauliganga and Kali rivers on a rafting trip. Go trekking and rock climbing in the Garhwal region. Rent a mountain bike and speed through the foothills of the Himalayas, stopping off at towns and villages en route. Navigate the slopes of the Auli Ski Resort in Chamoli District. Hike up to Vasuki Tal Mountain Lake in Kedarnath. According to legend, Lord Vishnu, the Hindu god of the world, bathed in this lake. Nearby is the Kedarnath Temple, or Kedarnath Mandir, an ancient religious building more than 1,000 years old. One of the state's most spiritual places is the town of Rishikesh, where the Himalayan Mountains meet the plains around the Ganges River. It is considered by many as the yoga capital of the world, home to numerous shrines and yoga ashrams. Attend mediation and yoga classes at the water’s edge. See the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, the abandoned spiritual retreat where the Beatles meditated and wrote songs in 1968\. The surrounding forest is slowly swallowing the ashram, but you can still visit meditation cells and the lecture hall, which has been turned into a Beatles-themed art project. To get to Uttarakhand, fly into New Delhi. Make the rest of the journey by bus, car or train. The distance is about 225 miles (365 kilometres). Uttarakhand is a fascinating place where you can learn about the area's religious heritage, relax and enjoy nature and adventurous pursuits. ### Popular cities in Uttarakhand [Rishikesh Known for Rivers, Yoga and Rafting ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rishikesh.dx6053463) From ashrams, yoga centers and temples to white-water rafting and bungee jumping, this Himalayan town offers an exquisite mix of relaxation and adventure. ## Reasons to visit - Triveni Ghat - Bharat Mandir - Ram Rai Gurudwara [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Rishikesh.dx6053463)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Rishikesh-Hotels.d6053463.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Narendranagar Known for Spas, Friendly people and Relaxing ](https://expedia.co.uk/Narendranagar.dx602009) Explore relaxing Narendranagar: its spas, dining, monuments and more! ## Reasons to visit - Lakshman Jhula Bridge - Ram Jhula - Lakshman Temple [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Narendranagar.dx602009)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Narendranagar-Hotels.d602009.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Dehradun Known for Hills, Temples and Yoga ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dehradun.dx6838) Quaint Dehradun awaits: its temples, university life, camping and more! ## Reasons to visit - Gun Hill - Mussoorie Lake [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Dehradun.dx6838)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Dehradun-Hotels.d6838.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Nainital Known for Lakes, Mountains and Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nainital.dx6056286) From boating on a sacred lake to hiking and riding a cable-car to spectacular viewpoints, natural beauty thrives in the heart of Uttarakhand’s Lake District. ## Reasons to visit - Nainital Lake - Mall Road [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Nainital.dx6056286)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Nainital-Hotels.d6056286.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ukhimath Known for Glaciers, Forests and Temples ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ukhimath.dx3000386739) Love glaciers, temples and monuments? Get away to Ukhimath! ## Reasons to visit - Kedarnath Temple - Deoria Tal Lake [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ukhimath.dx3000386739)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ukhimath-Hotels.d3000386739.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Haridwar Known for Yoga, Nature and Rafting ](https://expedia.co.uk/Haridwar.dx6126242) The “Gateway to God” is an energetic city and pilgrim center blessed with magnificent temples, colorful festivals and striking Himalayan scenery. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Haridwar.dx6126242)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Haridwar-Hotels.d6126242.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Uttarakhand ![Lakshman Jhula which includes a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, a small town or village and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106596/72a683eb-2734-4297-99eb-b4279a6a8a65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rishikesh From ashrams, yoga centers and temples to white-water rafting and bungee jumping, this Himalayan town offers an exquisite mix of relaxation and adventure. ![Nainital which includes forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056286/deb3a7a7-e3a5-4cc3-bbc1-5152e0116923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nainital From boating on a sacred lake to hiking and riding a cable-car to spectacular viewpoints, natural beauty thrives in the heart of Uttarakhand’s Lake District. ![Triveni Ghat featuring religious aspects and a sunset as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126242/9dda7923-985e-461c-893a-fb50ea75eaca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Haridwar The “Gateway to God” is an energetic city and pilgrim center blessed with magnificent temples, colorful festivals and striking Himalayan scenery. ![Gun Hill showing a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6175282/2c038200-752b-45f4-8c18-fbedf22bee32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mussoorie With art centers, British-built landmarks, busy bazaars, rolling green hills and glimpses of the Himalayas, Mussoorie is India’s Queen of Hills. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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