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3-Day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary for Rishikesh, Badrinath, and Haridwar

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    Start from New Delhi (245 km, 5 hours)

    Morning: Start your day with a visit to the Beatles Ashram, also known as Chaurasi Kutia. This ashram was once home to the famous British band, The Beatles and is now known for its mesmerizing graffiti art.

    Afternoon: Head to the Laxman Jhula, a popular suspension bridge that connects the two villages of Rishikesh. Take a stroll on the bridge and enjoy the beautiful view of the Ganges flowing beneath.

    Evening: Visit the Triveni Ghat, a famous bathing ghat where three rivers- Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet. Witness the famous Ganga Aarti, a ritual of offering prayers to the river Ganga.

  2. Day 2: Badrinath
    Start from Rishikesh (293 km, 9 hours)

    Morning: Start early and ride towards Badrinath. Enroute, stop at Rudraprayag, a town known for its beautiful natural scenery where the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers meet.

    Afternoon: Visit the Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund, a natural hot spring known for its medicinal properties.

    Evening: Enjoy a peaceful evening in the serene surroundings of the temple and retire early for the night.

  3. Day 3: Haridwar
    Start from Badrinath (314 km, 10 hours)

    Morning: Start early from Badrinath and ride towards Haridwar. Enroute, stop at Devprayag, the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, which forms the river Ganges.

    Afternoon: Visit the Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges. Witness the famous Ganga Aarti and take a dip in the holy river.

    Evening: End your day with a visit to the Mansa Devi Temple, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. Take the cable car to reach the temple and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also consider visiting the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple in Rishikesh, a famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. You can also plan a side trip to Valley of Flowers National Park in Badrinath, which is known for its stunning meadows filled with vibrant flowers. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, and a first aid kit.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Beatles Ashram (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Laxman Jhula (1 hour, Free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, Free)
  • Badrinath Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Tapt Kund (30 minutes, Free)
  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, Free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (1 hour, Cable car ride- INR 130, Temple entry- Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 280
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