Dehra Dun Uttarakhand, India Travel Guide
Organizing these items in advance simplifies your travel experience. Follow a chronological timeline for effective planning.
Confirm your passport valid for at least six months past your planned departure from India.
Research and apply for your India e-Visa early to allow for processing time.
Book your international flights to India (e.g., to Delhi, Mumbai). Booking in advance often secures better prices.
Book your domestic flights to Dehradun (DED) and your onward transport to Mussoorie (e.g., pre-booked taxi).
Book your accommodation in Mussoorie. This holds particular weight if traveling during peak season.
Purchase comprehensive travel insurance. This policy covers medical emergencies, trip disruptions, and any adventure activities you plan.
Confirm all your bookings: flights, hotels, plus getting from a to b. Reconfirm times and details.
Organize both digital and physical copies of all your essential documents, including passport, visa, flight tickets, hotel confirmations, and insurance policy.
Inform your bank and your credit card providers about your trip plans to India. This prevents your cards from being flagged for suspicious activity and frozen.
These steps are useful for a good start to your journey.
Further steps for a seamless experience.
Detailed items to cover before departure.
Arrange for an International Driving Permit if you plan to self-drive inside India (generally not recommended for Mussoorie's hilly terrain). Carry it with your home country's driving license.
Your first steps upon arriving in India and then Mussoorie guide a smooth settling-in process.
Have your e-Visa printout or physical visa, and your passport ready. Follow the signs showing "e-Visa" or "Foreigners."
Locate your designated carousel number.
For your onward journey.
After settling, take a short walk around Mall Road to get your bearings.
Better exchange rates typically exist in downtown areas or by means of ATMs.
Think about buying a LOCAL sim soon after arrival.
This helps immediate connectivity and easier communication.
Withdraw local currency from an ATM in Mussoorie or Dehradun.
This covers daily expenses.
From Dehradun Airport (DED) to Mussoorie: A pre-paid taxi is the most straightforward option.
From Dehradun Train Terminal (DDN) or ISBT: Shared taxis or private taxis stand readily available.
Take a pre-paid taxi from Dehradun Airport for convenient transport to Mussoorie.
This portion guides you through final process for a smooth exit, minimizing last-minute stress.
Final checks for a relaxed departure.
Allow extra buffer time for travel from Mussoorie during peak season or if weather conditions (monsoon, snow) might impact road travel.
Avoid missing your flight or train.
