Dehradun to Chakrata Road Trip via Vikasnagar | Route, Road Condition & Toll Charges 2025

Dehradun to Chakrata via Vikasnagar | Complete Road Trip Guide.
In this video, I take you on a scenic drive from Dehradun to Chakrata, passing through Vikasnagar and Kalsi. After traveling from Delhi to Dehradun and exploring Landour, we head towards the beautiful cantonment town of Chakrata. I cover the current road conditions, toll charges, route map, and essential entry rules for tourists.
​🚗 Route Covered:
Dehradun (Prem Nagar) ➔ Vikasnagar ➔ Kalsi (Yamuna Bridge) ➔ Sahiya ➔ Chakrata Market.
​📋 Key Information in this Video:
​Distance: Approx. 88 km from Dehradun (3-4 Hours drive).
​Road Condition (2025): The road from Dehradun to Vikasnagar is smooth (plains). The climb starts after Kalsi; roads are narrow but scenic with average conditions.
​Toll Charges: There are NO major toll plazas between Dehradun and Chakrata. However, please note that Chakrata is a Cantonment area—Foreign nationals are strictly NOT allowed without a special permit. Indian nationals need valid ID proof.
​Best Stops: Kalsi (Ashoka Rock Edict), Yamuna Bridge, Tiger Falls.
​⏱️ Timestamps: Intro & Route Map (Dehradun to Chakrata) Leaving Landour/Dehradun: Traffic update Dehradun to Vikasnagar Road Condition Kalsi & Yamuna Bridge (Climb starts here) Road Conditions on the Hills (Sahiya Route) Tolls, Entry Fees & Foreigner Rules Arriving in Chakrata & First Impressions Conclusion & Budget Tips
​📍 Locations Covered:
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