Begin your journey with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, the most famous ghat of Haridwar, crowded with devotees and sadhus. Attend the Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ritual offering to the river Ganges, or take a dip in the holy waters to wash away your sins.
Visit the revered Badrinath Temple, one of the four shrines of the Chardham. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is nestled between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges. Explore the Mana village, India's last village on the Indo-Tibetan border, and see the natural hot water spring, Tapt Kund.
Visit the Kedarnath Temple, the highest of the Chardham shrines, located in the Himalayas at an altitude of 3,584 meters. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to have been built by the Pandavas. Take a dip in the holy Mandakini river and trek to the Vasuki Tal Lake, surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
Visit the Gangotri Temple, the source of the river Ganges, and take a dip in the icy waters. Trek to Gomukh, the snout of the glacier where the river originates, and witness the stunning views of the Bhagirathi peaks.
Visit the Yamunotri Temple, the source of the river Yamuna, which is believed to be the daughter of the sun god, Surya. Take a dip in the hot water springs of the temple and trek to the Saptarishi Kund, a glacial lake named after the seven sages.
Visit the yoga capital of the world, Rishikesh, and explore the ashrams and temples on the banks of the river Ganges. Attend the evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan or Beatles Ashram. Relax on the sandy beaches of the river or try adventure sports like white water rafting and bungee jumping.
End your journey with a visit to the capital city of India, Delhi. Explore the historical monuments like Red Fort, Qutub Minar, and Jama Masjid. Shop for souvenirs at Chandni Chowk or Connaught Place. Taste the street food and experience the hustle and bustle of the city.