1-Day Itinerary for Haridwar and Rishikesh

1. 9:00AM: Har Ki Pauri
   5 minutes (0.5 km) from Haridwar Bus Stand

   Har Ki Pauri is a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges River and is considered one of the most sacred places in Hinduism. Take a holy dip in the river or witness the evening aarti.

2. 11:00AM: Beatles Ashram
   40 minutes (20.5 km) from Har Ki Pauri

   Also known as Chaurasi Kutia, the ashram became famous when The Beatles visited it in 1968. The ashram is now abandoned but it's covered in colorful graffiti and is a great place for photography.

3. 1:00PM: Ram Jhula
   20 minutes (6.7 km) from Beatles Ashram

   Ram Jhula is an iconic suspension bridge over the Ganges and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Rishikesh. The bridge is surrounded by markets and restaurants, and offers a beautiful view of the river.

4. 2:30PM: Parmarth Niketan
   10 minutes (2.5 km) from Ram Jhula

   Parmarth Niketan is a spiritual and cultural center that offers various courses and activities such as yoga and meditation. The ashram also has a beautiful garden and a statue of Lord Shiva.

5. 4:00PM: Triveni Ghat
   30 minutes (9.3 km) from Parmarth Niketan

   Triveni Ghat is a bathing ghat where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers merge. Witness the evening aarti or take a boat ride to see people bathing and performing rituals.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit Neer Garh Waterfall or attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan in the evening. You can also take a side trip to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple or go for a jungle safari at Rajaji National Park.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Har Ki Pauri (2 hours, free)
• Beatles Ashram (2 hours, ₹150)
• Ram Jhula (1 hour, free)
• Parmarth Niketan (1.5 hours, free)
• Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: ₹150