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3-Day Itinerary for Haridwar and Rishikesh in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, visit Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges, to take a holy dip or attend the Ganga Aarti. In the afternoon, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, located on a hilltop with panoramic views of Haridwar. In the evening, visit the Chandi Devi Temple, accessible by a cable car ride which offers stunning views of Haridwar and the Ganges.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    30 minutes (18.6 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in 1968 and created their famous White Album. In the afternoon, go for a white water rafting adventure on the Ganges or take a dip in its cool waters. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram, a spiritual experience not to be missed.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    10 minutes (4.2 miles) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, visit the Triveni Ghat and participate in the morning aarti. In the afternoon, take a nature walk to the Neer Garh Waterfall or visit the Rajaji National Park for a wildlife safari. In the evening, visit the Lakshman Jhula, an iconic suspension bridge over the Ganges, and enjoy the street food and bazaars nearby.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, the Rajaji National Park, and the Swarg Ashram. Day trips to Mussoorie and Dehradun are also a great idea to maximize your fun.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2-3 hours, cable car ride INR 100)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2-3 hours, cable car ride INR 100)
  • Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 150)
  • White Water Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 600-1500 depending on package)
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1-2 hours, free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (1-2 hours, free)
  • Rajaji National Park (4-5 hours, INR 1500-3000 depending on package)
  • Lakshman Jhula (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1950-6200

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