Sacred Rail Journey: Haridwar to Badrinath

Day 1: Haridwar Arrival

Haridwar, India

9:00 AM

Arrive in Haridwar

Begin your spiritual journey in Haridwar, known for its sacred Ganges River and vibrant ghats.
Arrive at Haridwar Railway Station from your starting point.
N/A, Full Day

1:00 PM

Visit Har Ki Pauri Ghat

Witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Har Ki Pauri Ghat.
Take a short walk from the railway station to the ghat.
N/A, 2 hours

7:00 PM

Dine at Chotiwala Restaurant

Relish traditional North Indian cuisine at the famous Chotiwala Restaurant.
Walk to the restaurant from the ghat.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Rishikesh Exploration

Rishikesh, India

9:00 AM

Travel to Rishikesh

Take a morning train to Rishikesh, the Yoga capital of the world, known for its spiritual vibes.
Board a train from Haridwar to Rishikesh, taking around 1 hour.
N/A, Half Day

11:00 AM

Visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula

Explore the iconic suspension bridges and temples in Rishikesh.
Take an auto-rickshaw from the railway station to the bridges.
N/A, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at The Sitting Elephant

Enjoy a vegetarian meal with a view of the Ganges at The Sitting Elephant restaurant.
Walk or take a short rickshaw ride to the restaurant.
INR 600, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Yoga Session at Parmarth Niketan

Participate in a rejuvenating yoga session at the famous Parmarth Niketan Ashram.
Take a short walk from the restaurant to the ashram.
Donation-based, 1.5 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Pure Soul Restaurant

Indulge in organic and healthy dinner options at Pure Soul Restaurant.
Walk to the restaurant from the ashram.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Varanasi, India

9:00 AM

Travel to Varanasi

Take a scenic train journey to Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world, famous for the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Board a train from Rishikesh to Varanasi, which takes around 12 hours.
N/A, Full Day

1:00 PM

Check-in at Hotel

Check into your accommodation in Varanasi and freshen up before exploring the city.
Take a taxi from the railway station to your hotel.
N/A, N/A

2:00 PM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Experience the spiritual vibes at the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Take a rickshaw or walk to the temple from your hotel.
N/A, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Evening Ganga Aarti

Witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony on the banks of River Ganges.
Walk to the ghats for the aarti ceremony.
N/A, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Dinner at Baati Chokha

Enjoy a traditional North Indian dinner at Baati Chokha restaurant in Varanasi.
Walk or take a rickshaw to the restaurant.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Badrinath Pilgrimage

Badrinath, India

9:00 AM

Travel to Badrinath

Embark on a sacred train journey to Badrinath, one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
Board a train from Varanasi to Badrinath, taking around 24 hours.
N/A, Full Day

1:00 PM

Lunch on Train

Enjoy a meal on the train journey towards Badrinath.
Facilities available onboard.
N/A, N/A

7:00 PM

Dinner on Train

Relish dinner onboard as you near your destination.
Facilities available onboard.
N/A, N/A
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Day 5: Badrinath Exploration

Badrinath, India

9:00 AM

Visit Badrinath Temple

Explore the ancient and revered Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Take a short walk or a rickshaw to the temple from the railway station.
N/A, 2 hours

11:00 AM

Mana Village Excursion

Explore the last village of India, Mana, near the Indo-Tibetan border.
Take a local taxi or bus from Badrinath to Mana Village, around 1 hour journey.
N/A, Half Day

2:00 PM

Lunch at Local Dhaba

Enjoy a simple and authentic meal at a local dhaba in Mana Village.
Choose a dhaba in the village for a local dining experience.
INR 300, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Explore Vyas Gufa

Visit the mythological Vyas Gufa, a cave where sage Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata.
Walk to the Vyas Gufa from the village centre.
N/A, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Return to Badrinath

Head back to Badrinath by local transport and spend the evening at leisure.
Take a taxi or bus back to Badrinath.
N/A, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Dinner at Sarovar Portico Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty dinner at Sarovar Portico Restaurant in Badrinath.
Walk to the restaurant from your accommodation.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Return Journey

Haridwar, India

9:00 AM

Travel back to Haridwar

Board a morning train from Badrinath to Haridwar for your return journey.
Take a train from Badrinath to Haridwar, taking around 8 hours.
N/A, Full Day

5:00 PM

Explore Haridwar Markets

Spend the evening shopping for souvenirs and local handicrafts in Haridwar.
Walk or take a rickshaw to the bustling markets.
N/A, 2 hours

7:00 PM

Farewell Dinner at Haveli Hari Ganga

Indulge in a traditional Indian dinner at the serene Haveli Hari Ganga overlooking the Ganges.
Walk to the restaurant from the markets.
INR 1200, 2 hours
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Day 7: Haridwar Exploration

Haridwar, India

9:00 AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Offer prayers at the revered Mansa Devi Temple, perched on the Bilwa Parvat hill.
Take a cable car ride or trek up the hill to reach the temple.
N/A, 2 hours

11:00 AM

Explore Chandi Devi Temple

Visit the Chandi Devi Temple, another significant shrine dedicated to Goddess Chandi.
Take a short walk or cable car ride from Mansa Devi Temple to Chandi Devi Temple.
N/A, 1.5 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Hoshiyarpuri

Enjoy a delicious Punjabi meal at Hoshiyarpuri restaurant in Haridwar.
Walk to the restaurant from the temples.
INR 700, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Bharat Mata Mandir

Explore the unique Bharat Mata Mandir, dedicated to Mother India and showcasing a relief map of the country.
Take a short rickshaw ride to the temple from the restaurant.
N/A, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Witness the enchanting Ganga Aarti ceremony at the picturesque Triveni Ghat, a convergence point of three sacred rivers.
Take a rickshaw to Triveni Ghat for the aarti.
N/A, 1.5 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Big Ben Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty dinner with global cuisine options at Big Ben Restaurant in Haridwar.
Take a short walk or rickshaw ride to the restaurant.
INR 900, 1.5 hours
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