HARIDWAR TOUR
A trip to Haridwar, a sacred city on the banks of the Ganges River in Uttarakhand, offers a profound spiritual experience and a glimpse into traditional Indian culture. Here’s a detailed guide to help you plan your visit to Haridwar:
### **Day Trip Itinerary**
#### **Early Morning**
1. **Departure from Delhi**
- **Timing:** 5:00 AM
- **Duration:** Approximately 5-6 hours by car (via NH 34 or NH 9)
- **Tip:** Starting early will help you avoid traffic and give you more time in Haridwar.
2. **Arrival in Haridwar**
- **Timing:** 10:30 AM
#### **Late Morning**
3. **Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
- **Highlights:** Experience the spiritual ambiance of Haridwar with the morning Ganga Aarti. This is a profound and mesmerizing ritual performed on the banks of the Ganges.
4. **Visit to Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- **Highlights:** This sacred ghat is renowned for its historical and religious significance. Take a walk along the ghats and witness the activities of devotees and pilgrims.
#### **Midday**
5. **Lunch**
- **Timing:** 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
- **Suggestions:** Try local vegetarian restaurants or eateries around Haridwar. Popular options include Chotiwala Restaurant or local dhabas.
6. **Maya Devi Temple**
- **Timing:** 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
- **Highlights:** This ancient temple is dedicated to Goddess Maya Devi, one of the Shakti Peethas. It’s an important pilgrimage site.
#### **Afternoon**
7. **Chandi Devi Temple**
- **Timing:** 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
- **Highlights:** Located on the Neel Parvat hill, this temple is accessible via a cable car ride or a trek. The temple offers panoramic views of the city and the Ganges.
8. **Sapt Rishi Ashram**
- **Timing:** 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
- **Highlights:** Visit this tranquil ashram, known for its serene atmosphere and the confluence of seven sacred rivers.
#### **Evening**
9. **Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- **Highlights:** Witness the grand evening Ganga Aarti, a mesmerizing ritual with chants, music, and floating lamps on the river.
10. **Departure for Delhi**
- **Timing:** 7:30 PM
- **Duration:** Approximately 5-6 hours drive back to Delhi
11. **Arrival in Delhi**
- **Timing:** 1:00 AM (approx.)
### **Extended Itinerary (2 Days)**
#### **Day 1: Arrival and Local Exploration**
1. **Departure from Delhi**
- **Timing:** 6:00 AM
- **Duration:** Approximately 5-6 hours
2. **Arrival in Haridwar**
- **Timing:** 11:00 AM
3. **Lunch**
- **Timing:** 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
4. **Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
5. **Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
6. **Maya Devi Temple**
- **Timing:** 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
7. **Check-In and Relax**
- **Timing:** 3:30 PM
- **Suggestions:** Relax at your hotel and freshen up.
8. **Evening Free Time**
- **Timing:** 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- **Suggestions:** Explore local markets or take a leisurely walk by the river.
9. **Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri**
- **Timing:** 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
#### **Day 2: Additional Exploration and Departure**
1. **Breakfast at Hotel**
- **Timing:** 8:00 AM
2. **Chandi Devi Temple**
- **Timing:** 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
3. **Sapt Rishi Ashram**
- **Timing:** 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
4. **Lunch**
- **Timing:** 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
5. **Departure for Delhi**
- **Timing:** 2:00 PM
- **Duration:** Approximately 5-6 hours
6. **Arrival in Delhi**
- **Timing:** 7:00 PM (approx.)