From Delhi - Rishikesh and Haridwar Day Trip
Explore Haridwar and Rishikesh's sacred pasts on a private day excursion from Delhi. Enjoy the comfort of a private vehicle and guide to make the most of your time as you visit temples and ghats.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the ancient traditions of Hinduism
- Experience the captivating Ganga Aarti ceremony
- Visit sacred temples and ghats in Haridwar and Rishikesh
Description
05:00 AM: Early Morning Departure from Delhi
Start your journey early in the morning from Delhi to Rishikesh. It's about a 4–5-hour drive (approximately 220 km).
Around 9:30 - 10:00 AM :- Arrive in Rishikesh
Visit the iconic Laxman Jhula (temporarily closed to general visitors), an iron suspension bridge over the Ganges River.
Explore Ram Jhula, another suspension bridge, and the surrounding area, which is dotted with ashrams and temples.
Visit the Beatles Ashram (also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram), where the Beatles stayed in 1968 and composed several songs.
Note - Entrance fees not included for Beatles Ashram.
12:30 PM: Continue Exploring Rishikesh
Visit Triveni Ghat, a sacred bathing spot where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet.
Attend a yoga and meditation session at Ashram.
Yoga Class session will be for an hour.
Note - Please wear half sleeve or stretchable clothes, suitable for the session. Yoga fee is included in the package.
1:30 PM : Lunch.
Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant, experiencing the local cuisine.
Note - Lunch charges not included in the package.
2:30 PM : Arrive in Haridwar
Upon arrival, visit the famous Har Ki Pauri, the most revered ghat on the banks of the Ganges River.
Take a holy dip in the Ganges and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.
Visit the Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple and Bharat Mata Temple (Bharat Mata mandir is a seven floor building, it has elevator facility which allow you up to the Sixth Floor, the last floor you can only visit on foot) situated on Bilwa Parvat (You can either visit only One temple). You can reach the temple by cable car or by trekking.
Note - Cable Car ride fee is not included in the package.
4:30 PM : Experience the Ganga Aarti at Har ki Pauri
Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har ki Pauri, a spiritual event held at sunset on the banks of the Ganges.
6:30 PM : Depart for Delhi, Start your return journey to Delhi
Start your return journey to Delhi.
11:00 PM: Arrive in Delhi
Arrive back in Delhi, concluding your spiritual and rejuvenating day trip.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off
- Private AC car for sightseeing
- Live tour guide
- All toll taxes and parking
- Mineral water bottle
- Yoga session fees
- Aarti ceremony charges
Excludes
- Tips
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Cable car ride fee
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund