Vapi to Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    Starting from Vapi
    Approximate Travel Time: 19 hours (close to 1250 kilometers)
    • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour) - The most famous ghat in Haridwar where the Ganges is worshipped
    • Mansa Devi Temple (1.5 hours) - A temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi on top of a hill
    • Chandi Devi Temple (1.5 hours) - A temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi on top of a hill
    • Haridwar Market (2 hours) - A bustling market offering spiritual items, street food, and souvenirs

    A spiritual city with a range of temples, ashrams, and ghats. Visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat to witness the famous evening Ganga aarti. Seek blessings at the Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi temples, located on two different hills and offering beautiful views. Explore the local market for spiritual souvenirs and street food.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    Distance from Haridwar: 20 km (45 minutes)
    • Laxman Jhula (1 hour) - A suspension bridge over the Ganges, famous for its mythological stories
    • Trayambakeshwar Temple (1 hour) - A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
    • The Beatles Ashram (1.5 hours) - A retreat center where the Beatles meditated in the 1960s

    Rishikesh is known as the yoga capital of the world and offers a range of spiritual experiences. Visit the famous Laxman Jhula suspension bridge and explore the local market. Seek blessings at the Trayambakeshwar Temple and explore the abandoned Beatles Ashram with its beautiful graffiti artwork.

  3. Day 3: Dehradun
    Distance from Rishikesh: 45 km (1.5 hours)
    • Robber's Cave (2 hours) - A mystical river cave with natural waterfalls
    • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour) - A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in a natural cave
    • Mindrolling Monastery (2 hours) -A beautiful Buddhist monastery with intricate artwork

    Dehradun is known for its natural beauty and spiritual experiences. Explore Robber's Cave, a mysterious river cave with natural waterfalls. Seek blessings at the Tapkeshwar Temple and explore the Mindrolling Monastery with its beautiful Buddhist artwork.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (1.5 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (1.5 hours, free)
  • Haridwar Market (2 hours, varies)
  • Laxman Jhula (1 hour, free)
  • Trayambakeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • The Beatles Ashram (1.5 hours, INR 150 entry fee)
  • Robber's Cave (2 hours, free)
  • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Mindrolling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding travel and accommodations): INR 150

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and Rajaji National Park near Rishikesh. In Dehradun, you can also visit the Sahastradhara Waterfall and the Forest Research Institute. If you have less time, skip the Haridwar market and the Trayambakeshwar Temple in Rishikesh. Remember to check the opening and closing times of each place before visiting.

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