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4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Haridwar Rishikesh Dehradun

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    25 minutes (11.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    In the morning, head to Har Ki Pauri, a sacred ghat on the Ganges, for a dip in the holy water. In the afternoon, visit the Chandi Devi Temple by cable car and enjoy panoramic views of the city. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti, a Hindu ritual of worship, on the banks of the Ganges.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    35 minutes (20.5 km) from Haridwar

    In the morning, take a yoga class in the birthplace of yoga. Visit the Beatles Ashram, where the Fab Four stayed in 1968 for a transcendental meditation course. In the afternoon, raft down the Ganges or visit the Rajaji National Park. In the evening, watch the sunset over the Ganges from the Triveni Ghat.

  3. Day 3: Dehradun
    1 hour (30.8 km) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, visit the Mindrolling Monastery and its Great Stupa, one of the largest in the world. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the lush Malsi Deer Park and see various wildlife species. In the evening, shop for souvenirs and sample local cuisine at Paltan Bazaar.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    1 hour 10 minutes (45.6 km) from Dehradun

    In the morning, go for a hike to the Neer Garh Waterfall and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the afternoon, visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located amidst the mountains. In the evening, relax and unwind at one of the many Ayurvedic spas in the city.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Laxman Jhula, an iron suspension bridge over the Ganges, and the Sahastradhara, a beautiful waterfall in Dehradun. If you have time, take a side trip to Mussoorie, also known as the Queen of Hills, and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas. For a fun family activity, try ziplining over the Ganges in Rishikesh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2-3 hours, Rs. 360 per person for cable car)
  • Ganga Aarti (1 hour, free)
  • Yoga Class (1-2 hours, Rs. 500 per person)
  • Beatles Ashram (2-3 hours, Rs. 150 per person)
  • Rafting (2-3 hours, Rs. 600-1500 per person depending on package)
  • Rajaji National Park (4-5 hours, Rs. 150 per person)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Mindrolling Monastery (2-3 hours, free)
  • Malsi Deer Park (1-2 hours, Rs. 20 per person entry fee)
  • Paltan Bazaar (2-3 hours, shopping and food expenses vary)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2-3 hours, free)
  • Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Ayurvedic Spa (1-2 hours, Rs. 1500-2500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 4000-6000 per person
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