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Two Days in Haridwar and Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    30 minutes (20 kilometers) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Start your day with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges river. Witness the daily morning aarti, a Hindu religious ritual of worship, and take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges.

    Afternoon: Head to Mansa Devi Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mansa Devi. Take the cable car to the temple and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

    Evening: End your day with a visit to Chandi Devi Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Chandi Devi. Take the cable car to the temple and enjoy the scenic view of the city at night.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    10 minutes (7.5 kilometers) from Haridwar

    Morning: Start your day with a visit to Triveni Ghat, a sacred ghat where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet. Participate in the morning aarti and take a dip in the holy waters.

    Afternoon: Head to Ram Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges river. Explore the shops and restaurants along the bridge and enjoy the view of the river.

    Evening: End your day with a visit to Parmarth Niketan, a spiritual ashram with beautiful gardens and daily evening aarti.

Recommendations

If you have an extra day in the area, consider visiting the Beatles Ashram or Neer Garh Waterfall in Rishikesh. You can also take a day trip to the Rajaji National Park or the Haridwar Forest Range. For adventure seekers, there are many opportunities for white water rafting, bungee jumping, and zip-lining in the area.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, 200 INR round-trip cable car)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, 200 INR round-trip cable car)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Ram Jhula (2 hours, free)
  • Parmarth Niketan (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 400 INR (~$6.00 USD)

For hotel and flight prices in the area, visit https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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