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Luxurious 4-Day Trip to Haridwar in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Har Ki Pauri Ghat
    14 minutes (3.2 km) from Haridwar Junction Railway Station

    In the morning, we will visit the famous Har Ki Pauri Ghat, a sacred place where Ganges leaves the mountains and enters the plains. You can take a dip in the holy river and attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening. The rest of the day can be spent exploring the local shops and indulging in some street food.

  2. Day 2: Chandi Devi Temple and Mansa Devi Temple
    30 minutes (6.5 km) from Har Ki Pauri Ghat

    In the morning, we will visit the Chandi Devi Temple located on top of Neel Parvat. You can take a cable car to reach the temple and enjoy the scenic views. After that, we will visit the Mansa Devi Temple, another popular temple in Haridwar. The temple is situated on top of Bilwa Parvat, and you can take a rope-way to reach the temple. In the evening, you can opt for a luxurious spa session at one of the many spas in the city.

  3. Day 3: Rajaji National Park and Sureshwari Devi Temple
    1 hour 20 minutes (27.8 km) from Mansa Devi Temple

    In the morning, we will take a day trip to Rajaji National Park and explore the wildlife and nature. You can enjoy a safari ride and spot animals like elephants, tigers, and leopards. After that, we will visit the Sureshwari Devi Temple, a famous temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. The temple is located amidst the lush greenery of the Rajaji National Park. You can spend the evening relaxing in your hotel or take a stroll along the Ganges river.

  4. Day 4: Shantikunj and Haridwar Temple
    25 minutes (7.8 km) from Sureshwari Devi Temple

    In the morning, we will visit Shantikunj, the headquarters of the Gayatri Parivar organization. You can learn about their philosophy and attend their yoga and meditation sessions. After that, we will visit some of the famous temples in Haridwar like Maya Devi Temple, Chintamani Temple, and Daksha Mahadev Temple. You can indulge in some shopping in the local markets and take back some souvenirs. In the evening, we will bid farewell to Haridwar and head back to our hotel.

Recommendations

If you have some extra time, you can visit Rishikesh, a nearby town famous for its adventure sports and yoga retreats. You can also take a dip in the Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival held every 12 years in Haridwar. To make the most of your trip, try the local cuisine like aloo puri, chhole bhature, and lassi.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri Ghat (2 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 360 for cable car)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 210 for rope-way)
  • Rajaji National Park (4-5 hours, INR 1500 for safari ride)
  • Sureshwari Devi Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Shantikunj (2 hours, free)
  • Maya Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Chintamani Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Daksha Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Luxury Spa Session (2-3 hours, INR 5000 and up)
  • Food and Shopping (variable, INR 1000 and up)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 9000 and up
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