2-Day Haridwar and Rishikesh Tour from Delhi with Ganga Aarti
About This Tour
Embark on an overnight Haridwar and Rishikesh tour from Delhi for a spiritual and scenic getaway to two of the most revered towns in Uttarakhand. This journey t...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Delhi, Haridwar, Rishikesh · Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
About Haridwar
Haridwar
A culturally-rich medley of ashrams and shrines that’s packed with Hindu pilgrims seeking the spot where Ganga hits the northern plains, Haridwar is best explored with a local guide.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off
- 3-star hotel accommodation
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Private AC car for the entire tour activity
- Professional tour guide
- Mineral water bottle
- All toll taxes and parking
Not Included
- Monument entry tickets
- Lunch
- Any personal expenses
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Delhi to Haridwar and Evening Ganga Aarti
6:00 AM: Pick-up from DelhiDepart from Delhi by private car for Haridwar (approximately 5-6 hours). Depart from Delhi by private car for Haridwar (approximately 5-6 hours). 12:00 PM: Arrival in HaridwarArrive in Haridwar and check in to your hotel. Arrive in Haridwar and check in to your hotel. 1:00 PM: LunchEnjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, sampling regional flavors. Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, sampling regional flavors. 2:00 PM: Visit Har Ki PauriExplore Har Ki Pauri, one of the most sacred ghats along the Ganges River.Spend some time at the ghat, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere and witnessing the daily rituals. Explore Har Ki Pauri, one of the most sacred ghats along the Ganges River. Spend some time at the ghat, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere and witnessing the daily rituals. 4:00 PM: Temples of HaridwarVisit famous temples such as Maya Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple for a spiritual experience. Visit famous temples such as Maya Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple for a spiritual experience. 6:30 PM: Ganga Aarti at Har Ki PauriAttend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, a sacred ritual where thousands of lamps are offered to the River Ganges by devotees. Attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, a sacred ritual where thousands of lamps are offered to the River Ganges by devotees. 8:00 PM: DinnerDinner at a local restaurant in Haridwar, enjoying a meal of traditional Indian dishes. Dinner at a local restaurant in Haridwar, enjoying a meal of traditional Indian dishes. 9:30 PM: Overnight Stay in HaridwarReturn to your hotel for an overnight stay in Haridwar. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Haridwar.
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2Day 02
Rishikesh Temples, Jhulas, and Return to Delhi
7:00 AM: BreakfastEnjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. 8:00 AM: Drive to RishikeshDrive to Rishikesh (approximately 1 hour). Drive to Rishikesh (approximately 1 hour). 9:00 AM: Visit Triveni GhatVisit Triveni Ghat, known for its serene beauty and as another spot for the Ganga Aarti.Take a peaceful walk along the banks of the Ganges and enjoy the tranquil environment. Visit Triveni Ghat, known for its serene beauty and as another spot for the Ganga Aarti. Take a peaceful walk along the banks of the Ganges and enjoy the tranquil environment. 10:30 AM: Explore Lakshman Jhula and Ram JhulaVisit the iconic Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge and Ram Jhula, which offer great views of the Ganges River and the surrounding temples. Visit the iconic Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge and Ram Jhula, which offer great views of the Ganges River and the surrounding temples. 12:00 PM: Neelkanth Mahadev TempleVisit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, a sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the hills near Rishikesh. Visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, a sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the hills near Rishikesh. 1:30 PM: LunchEnjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Rishikesh. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Rishikesh. 3:00 PM: Optional ActivitiesOptional: Go white-water rafting on the Ganges or participate in a yoga session at one of the yoga centers in Rishikesh. Optional: Go white-water rafting on the Ganges or participate in a yoga session at one of the yoga centers in Rishikesh. 4:30 PM: Return Journey to DelhiBegin your drive back to Delhi (approximately 5-6 hours). Begin your drive back to Delhi (approximately 5-6 hours). 9:00 PM: Arrival in DelhiArrive in Delhi and be dropped off at your hotel or desired location, marking the end of your overnight Haridwar and Rishikesh tour. Arrive in Delhi and be dropped off at your hotel or desired location, marking the end of your overnight Haridwar and Rishikesh tour.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Delhi, India · Tour start: Delhi, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
