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Spiritual Retreat in Haridwar and Rishikesh

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Day 1: Spiritual Immersion in Haridwar

Haridwar, India

8:00AM

Morning Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Start your day with a divine experience by witnessing the enchanting morning Ganga Aarti at the sacred Har Ki Pauri ghat.
Walk to Har Ki Pauri ghat from your accommodation, approximately 10 minutes.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Explore the hilltop Mansa Devi Temple and enjoy panoramic views of Haridwar and the Ganges River.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride from Har Ki Pauri to the base of the temple, then a cable car to the hilltop. Total travel time is around 30 minutes.
200 INR, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Savor authentic North Indian cuisine at Chotiwala Restaurant, known for its delicious food and riverside seating.
Walk or take a short rickshaw ride to the restaurant, approximately 15 minutes.
500 INR, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Haridwar Market

Shop for souvenirs, spiritual items, and traditional clothing in the bustling markets of Haridwar.
Walk from the restaurant to the market area, around 20 minutes.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Evening Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Witness the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri to conclude your spiritual day in Haridwar.
Return to Har Ki Pauri for the evening Aarti, walking approximately 20 minutes from the market area.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 2: Adventure and Serenity in Rishikesh

Rishikesh, India

8:00AM

Morning Yoga Session by the Ganges

Start your day with a rejuvenating yoga session by the banks of the Ganges River in Rishikesh.
Travel from Haridwar to Rishikesh by private car or public bus, approximately 1.5 hours.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Beatles Ashram

Explore the famous Beatles Ashram, known for its street art and connection to The Beatles' visit to Rishikesh in the 1960s.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride from the city center to the ashram, around 15 minutes.
150 INR, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Ramana's Organic Cafe

Enjoy a healthy and organic meal at Ramana's Organic Cafe, offering a peaceful ambiance and delicious vegetarian dishes.
Walk or take a short rickshaw ride to the cafe, approximately 10 minutes.
400 INR, 1 hour

3:00PM

River Rafting on the Ganges

Experience the thrill of river rafting on the Ganges River, a popular adventure activity in Rishikesh.
Head to the rafting starting point by taxi or auto-rickshaw, around 20 minutes from the cafe.
1500 INR, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Sitting Elephant

Indulge in a sumptuous dinner at The Sitting Elephant, known for its serene setting and delectable fusion cuisine.
Return to the city center for dinner, approximately 30 minutes from the rafting point.
800 INR, 2 hours
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