Tranquil Train Trip: Haridwar and Rishikesh

Day 1: Spiritual Sojourn

Haridwar, India

8:00AM

Morning Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Witness the sacred ritual on the banks of the Ganges River as the sun rises, creating a serene atmosphere.
Walk from your accommodation to Har Ki Pauri. It's a short walk that will take around 15 minutes.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Take the cable car to the hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi for panoramic views of Haridwar.
Take a tuk-tuk or walk to the cable car station. The ride takes about 20 minutes.
INR 100 for cable car ride, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Indulge in delicious North Indian cuisine at this popular restaurant known for its traditional flavors.
Walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the restaurant. It's approximately a 10-minute drive.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Haridwar Market

Stroll through the bustling market to shop for souvenirs, spices, and traditional clothing.
Walk from the restaurant to the market area. It's a 5-minute walk.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Evening Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Experience the mesmerizing evening Aarti ceremony, a spiritual and visual delight by the river.
Walk back to Har Ki Pauri for the evening Aarti. It's a 15-minute walk.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 2: Yoga Retreat

Haridwar, India

8:00AM

Morning Yoga Session

Start your day with a rejuvenating yoga session by the Ganges to align your mind, body, and soul.
Join a yoga class at a nearby studio or along the riverbank. It's a short walk or tuk-tuk ride.
INR 300 for a class, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Breakfast at Devraj Coffee Corner

Savor a hearty breakfast with freshly brewed coffee at this cozy cafe overlooking the river.
Walk or take a short ride to the cafe. It's a 10-minute walk.
INR 300, 1 hour

12:00PM

Visit Chandi Devi Temple

Take a cable car ride to the hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi for panoramic views of Haridwar.
Take a tuk-tuk to the cable car station. The ride takes about 15 minutes.
INR 150 for cable car ride, 2 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at Hoshiyarpuri

Enjoy authentic Punjabi cuisine at this local favorite restaurant known for its flavorsome dishes.
Take a tuk-tuk or walk to the restaurant. It's a 10-minute drive.
INR 400, 1 hour

4:00PM

Ayurvedic Massage at Anandam Ayurveda

Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Ayurvedic massage to unwind and de-stress.
Take a tuk-tuk to the Ayurveda center. It's a 15-minute drive.
INR 1500, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Rishikesh Retreat

Rishikesh, India

9:00AM

Visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula

Explore the iconic suspension bridges offering breathtaking views of the Ganges and the city.
Take a train from Haridwar to Rishikesh which takes around 1 hour. From the station, hire a taxi to reach the bridges.
Train ticket: INR 50, Taxi: INR 200, 2 hours

11:00AM

Attend a Meditation Session at Parmarth Niketan

Immerse yourself in a guided meditation session at one of the largest ashrams in Rishikesh for inner peace.
Take a short walk or auto-rickshaw ride to the ashram.
Donation-based, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Pure Soul Cafe

Enjoy a healthy and organic meal with a view of the Ganges at this popular cafe known for its vegan options.
Walk to the cafe from the ashram. It's a 5-minute walk.
INR 600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Beatles Ashram

Discover the abandoned ashram where The Beatles stayed and meditated, now a graffiti-covered art gallery.
Take a short taxi ride to the ashram, which is about 10 minutes away.
INR 150, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Witness the evening Aarti ceremony at the confluence of three holy rivers, a spiritual and cultural experience.
Take a taxi to Triveni Ghat for the Aarti ceremony.
INR 100, 1 hour
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