The two days spent in Dehradun was more about rejoicing with schoolmates remembering our good old childhood days rather than exploring the destination. But visits to the most important few landmarks did make it up a bit. Now it was the turn of going up the hills. For a trip to Mussoorie, the Queen of the hills.
The Road to Mussoorie
The closest airport to Mussoorie is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. The airport is well connected through direct or connecting flights to every part of India. The distance is around 60 kms and the travel time if you are availing a cab is approximately two hours during early morning hours. However if you are already in Dehradun enjoying a holiday, you should reach in an hours time as the distance is only around 34 kms. But do take some time out midway for a Chai and some awesome views as you go up the hills.
We are in Mussoorie
Where to stay?
Well that’s the question that every traveler would ask themselves while planning out a pleasure holiday. So did I as well. Because to me a comfortable stay away from the crowd with the majestic mountains all around was what I was looking forward to. And my next move as always was to head to Booking.com. For the perfect destination which made my holiday so very special while I was there.
Hotel SunGrace
Many travelers head to Mall Road the happening center of Mussoorie for their stay because most hotels are located there. I though wished to be close yet a little far away from the crowd with a valley facing room.
Hotel SunGrace provided just that. Just a few km away and with a complimentary drop to and pick-up from Mall road till late in the evening. Add to that of course the beautiful property, awesome food, wonderful staff always willing to help and a great location next to the towering mountains. Just the perfect hotel for a great holiday. Have a look.
A Trip to Mussoorie – Your first day
Head to Mall Road
Take a Walk on Mall Road
Take the Cable Car to Gun Point
Spend some relaxed moments at Gun Point
Head to these 2 famous Foodie’s Paradise on Mall Road
Lovely Omelette Centre
Started in 1918, this century old Omelette joint is now into the 5th generation. It was a pleasure interacting with Shahid who supports his father in managing the place. A computer Engineer by profession he has worked for many multinational organization in Delhi and other locations before moving back to his hometown. He now shuttles between being a computer teacher in Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School, a top boarding school of Mussoorie and being the Chef at his outlet during the evening hours.
What’s so special? No smell of egg if you eat it by hand. No acidity, no bloated feeling or heaviness. And what was so heartening to hear was that on Saturdays & Sundays they serve free omelettes to schoolchildren in uniform. A must try while in Mussoorie.
Chick Chocolate
Managed by Arjun Vachani, a passionate traveler who has seen the world and his father this 70 year old establishment is a must visit place while in Mussoorie for its special offerings. The handmade chocolates, brownies, Irish coffee, Margaritas, ice cream and a range of options for your lunch or dinner and more. Pick your choice.
Handmade Chocolates
Fresh Bread
Wood Fired Pizzas
Dumpling Noodle Bowls & Khao Suey
Mussoorie. My trip started much earlier with awesome childhood connections rebuilt in Dehradun. Two days to be precise. Add to that a new friend who brought so much smile on my serious face. And then this day in solitude with nature, my hotel staff, cab drivers and young new generation entrepreneurs for company. And their love for their land, Uttarakhand. A land I fell in love with years back. There is more to Mussoorie as we travel together.
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Beautiful photos!
Thanks Chocoviv.
I didn’t realize there were areas that had evergreen trees like Mussoorie — that makes for beautiful views in silhouette against the mountains! That tram ride must be spectacular too. I can see why you wanted a valley facing room!
Yes Tami all put together the trip was so enjoyable.
Mussorie is such a beautiful place to explore with the stunning views from the hotel room overlooking the verdant valleys. I would love to ride a cable car to gun point and try the omlette at lovely omlette center. No wonder it remains on top of the favorite hill stations list among the tourists.
Yes Puloma Mussoorie has a very special charm about it.
Mussorie is such a heavenly place in the laps of nature and I must say hotel Sungrace just added to the delight of enjoying a perfect holiday stay. I would love to take a cable car ride down the mall road and enjoy the special omlette from Lovely omlette centre and the authentic delicacies of chick chocolate. Your post describes a perfect holiday for anyone.
Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure Puloma. So happy you loved.
Would love to do some shopping on Mall Road and ride the cable car for that amazing view. I’m super curious about how the omelet doesn’t smell like egg!
I can see why you would want to head up into Mussoorie and why it is called the Queen of the Hills. Such stunning views from the heights. We would definitely take the cable car to Gun Point. Great that the Hotel SunGrace also included transit to Mall Road for an outing. A lovely spot to stay for a few days.
Yes without the pick up and drop to Mall Road, probably wouldn’t have stayed in the hotel although the facilities and views were great.
Mussoorie looks absolutely gorgeous and idyllic with the beautiful mountains providing such a serene and picturesque backdrop for your trip. Cable Cars are some of my favorite experiences in mountains like this, the views were incredible.
Thanks Jamie. Happy you enjoyed reading.
Sounds like you had a great getaway with friends. The hotel offered everything you needed and more. Love the view you would have had from your room. Reminiscing, over a good meal, always is enjoyable, and it appears you enjoyed some great meals.
Yes Renee thoroughly enjoyed the trip. And being a foodie am always looking for good eating joints.
I’ve never heard of Mussoorie but it has so much potential and plenty to see. I’d most like to see the cable car. The views from here are incredible and the chocolate looks delicious.
Yes Lisa the trip was very enjoyable.
I had visited Mussoorie a few years back and fell in love with it immediately. I can never feel tired of visiting this place again again. It’s so stunning. I have tried Omlette at Lovely and it was super delicious. After reading your post, I can’t wait to visit again.
Yes Parnashree I loved it as well. Plan to go back for a longer trip next time with my wife.
Mussoorie looks like a fantastic little hill town to spend a few days. I absolutely love the choclate shops. And I am sure there are some nice hiking possibilities too.
Yes Natascha there are some great trails to the Himalayas from Mussoorie.
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing your travels.
Thank you Gregg. My pleasure and so happy you liked the post.