Uttrakhand Haridwar-Rishikesh Spiritual Tour

Days 2 -Night 1

 

Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar – Ganga Aarti and Temples

Arrive in Haridwar and check into your hotel. Spend the evening at the iconic Har Ki Pauri Ghat witnessing the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony where priests perform rituals with lamps, chants, and hymns on the riverbank. Visit nearby temples such as Mansa Devi (reachable by cable car) and Chandi Devi, both perched on hills offering panoramic views of the city and river. Enjoy a peaceful dinner and overnight stay in Haridwar.

Day 2: Haridwar to Rishikesh – Yoga, Temples, and Spiritual Experience

After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh (approx. 1 hour). Visit Triveni Ghat, a sacred confluence of three rivers, and explore the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, set amidst forested hills. In the afternoon, attend a yoga or meditation session at famous centers such as Parmarth Niketan Ashram or Sivananda Ashram. Spend time exploring the Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges and visit nearby temples. End your visit with the evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan. Depart for onward journey or stay overnight in Rishikesh if time allows.