Family Friendly Haridwar Rishikesh Itinerary

Day 1: Haridwar Exploration

Haridwar, India

8:00AM

Morning Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Start your day by witnessing the mesmerizing morning Aarti ceremony at the sacred Ganges River.
Har Ki Pauri is located in the heart of Haridwar, easily accessible by foot from most hotels in the city.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Take a cable car ride to the hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi for panoramic views of Haridwar.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the cable car station. The cable car ride takes about 10 minutes.
INR 100 per person for cable car ride, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious North Indian meal at this iconic restaurant known for its great food and vibrant ambiance.
Chotiwala Restaurant is centrally located in Haridwar and can be reached by a short walk or auto-rickshaw ride.
INR 500 for a family of four, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Haridwar Market

Stroll through the bustling market streets of Haridwar to shop for souvenirs and local handicrafts.
The market area is easily walkable from Chotiwala Restaurant.
Varies based on shopping, 2 hours

6:00PM

Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Experience the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony with thousands of lit lamps floating in the river, a truly magical sight.
Return to Har Ki Pauri for the evening Aarti ceremony.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 2: Rishikesh Adventure

Rishikesh, India

9:00AM

River Rafting on the Ganges

Embark on an exciting river rafting adventure along the rapids of the Ganges, suitable for beginners and families.
Head to one of the many rafting operators along the riverbank in Rishikesh. The activity lasts around 2-3 hours.
INR 1200 per person, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Sitting Elephant

Relish a delicious meal with a view of the Ganges at this cozy restaurant offering a mix of Indian and international cuisine.
The Sitting Elephant is located near the rafting operators' area, a short walk from the riverbank.
INR 800 for a family of four, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Beatles Ashram

Explore the abandoned ashram where The Beatles stayed in the 1960s, now covered in vibrant graffiti art.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the ashram entrance. Entry fee is INR 150 per person.
INR 600 for a family of four (including entry fee), 2 hours

6:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Witness the spiritual Ganga Aarti ceremony at the picturesque Triveni Ghat, a serene experience by the river.
Triveni Ghat is a short walk or rickshaw ride from Beatles Ashram.
Free, 1 hour
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