Mesmerising Mussoorie!

In the Cradle of Nature, lies the Queen of Mountains, Mussoorie.  About two hours away from Dehradun, neatly tucked into Uttarakhand’s majestic mountains, Mussoorie serves as a perfect hill station for travelers of all ages. With budget hotels and amazing roadside dhaabas, this trip will definitely not burn a hole through your pocket.

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An ideal vacation spot where leisure meets adventure, Mussoorie provides you with a cheap getaway from mundane activities. The Indian Vagabundo is here to give you an insight into Mussoorie’s ‘Haseen Vadiyan’ to help you plan your perfect budget retreat and make your quintessential ‘north trip’ a memorable one.

Accommodation: One of the most important aspects of your holiday will be the stay. You can choose from a variety of options; from 3- star hotels to homestays. Mussoorie has it all! You can book clean and comfortable rooms at budget hotels such as the Value Hotel and Spa and Paradise Continental for under INR. 999 per night. To search for similar listings and guaranteed hotels visit the OYO Rooms website. There are also many homestays from INR. 1000 per night available in Mussoorie. A unique cliffside resort by the name of Bhamboo Tent Resort can be booked for a mere INR. 918 per night. This resort has stunning views and will satisfy your adventurous urges. You may visit the Airbnb website to know more.

Bhamboo Tent Resort. Sourced from the Airbnb website

Places to Visit: The Indian Vagabundo guarantees that this holiday will be a treat for your eyes. Mussoorie offers the most stunning views of pristine lakes, gushing waterfalls, deep valleys, massive mountains and the mighty Himalayas. And guess what! It costs almost nothing to experience this beauty.  That is why we recommend these sights for a cheap vacation.

• Mussoorie Lake- One cannot miss this spot while planning a trip to Mossoorie. Cradled among the mountains, the Mussoorie lake makes for a great picnic spot for tourists.
• Kempty Falls- Are you up for some fun in the chilled waters of Mussoorie? Kempty falls is a great location for you to chill (literally), blow off some steam and relive childish memories. 
• Dhanaulti Eco Park- Located about 2 hours from the hill station, the Dhanaulti Eco Park looks nothing less than a stunning Yash Raj set in Switzerland. This desi beauty with tall trees and pouring sunlight in a forested area has breathtaking views which makes it a great spot for hiking. 

Dhanaulti Eco Park. Sourced from Google Images

• Mall Road- Hustling with life and colours, the famous Mall Road of Mussoorie, attracts many enthusiastic travelers. From roadside shops to restaurants, the Mall Road, will instantly fill you with a burst of joy. You can also shop for a few cheap souvenirs here that will fit your budget holiday perfectly. 

Food: The last thing you will have to worry about in Mussoorie is good food that fits into your budget. From paratha-walas at almost every nukkad to cheap restaurants, Mussoorie offers a great variety of delicious North Indian cuisine. You can devour piping hot aloo parathas with masala chai outside the Company Gardens. Also don't miss the many roadside vendors on the way to Dhanaulti for cheap treats. 

Paratha vendor outside Company Gardens

Craving for some yummy chicken gravy? Fulfill your cravings at numerous restaurants on Mall Road. The Indian Vagabund0 suggests the restaurant Tavern.  These places are great for your taste buds while fitting right into your budget. You can visit TripAdvisor to explore more options. 

The Indian Vagabundo understands how expensive planning holidays can be. We aim to help you enjoy your vacations comfortably without having to spend exorbitantly. That is why The Indian Vagabundo highly recommends Mussoorie for your next budget holiday. Happy traveling!