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Relaxation in Rishikesh, Haridwar and Devprayag

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    25 minutes (12.3 km) from Haridwar

    Morning: Take a dip in the holy Ganges at Triveni Ghat. Afterwards, head to Swarg Ashram for a peaceful stroll in the green surroundings and visit the Beatles Ashram.
    Afternoon: Enjoy rafting in the Ganges or visit the Neer Garh Waterfall for a picnic lunch.
    Evening: Head to Parmarth Niketan for the famous Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ceremony that takes place every evening at sunset.

  2. Day 2: Haridwar
    1 hour 15 minutes (35.9 km) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Visit Har ki Pauri Ghat to witness the morning aarti on the banks of the Ganges. Take a dip in the holy water and enjoy a cup of chai with the locals.
    Afternoon: Explore the ancient temples and markets in the old city area. Don't miss out on trying the famous Haridwar street food like kachori-sabzi, chole-bhature and lassi.
    Evening: Enjoy the sunset at the Chandi Devi Temple and take the cable car ride to the top of the hill.

  3. Day 3: Devprayag
    1 hour 50 minutes (74.3 km) from Haridwar

    Morning: Visit the ancient Raghunathji Temple, dedicated to Lord Rama, and take a holy dip at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers.
    Afternoon: Head to the Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev temple, a hidden gem in the hills. Enjoy the scenic views and peaceful environment.
    Evening: Take a stroll in the small town and try the local Garhwali cuisine.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Rajaji National Park, just a short drive from Rishikesh. You can also visit the Vashishta Gufa, an ancient cave where the famous sage Vashishta meditated. If you have more time, you can plan a trek to the Valley of Flowers or Hemkund Sahib.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Swarg Ashram (1-2 hours, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 150)
  • Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 600-1000 per person)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2-3 hours, free)
  • Parmarth Niketan (1-2 hours, free)
  • Har ki Pauri Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2-3 hours, INR 360 per person for cable car ride)
  • Raghunathji Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Garhwali cuisine (1-2 hours, INR 300-500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1410-2260 per person (excluding accommodation and transportation)
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