Haridwar 2-Day Adventure, Foodie, Nature, Relaxation Road Trip

Day 1: Exploration and Relaxation in Haridwar

Haridwar, India

8:00AM

Morning Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Start your day with the spiritual experience of the morning Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, where priests perform rituals by the Ganges River.
It's a short walk from most hotels in Haridwar.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Head to the hilltop Mansa Devi Temple for panoramic views of Haridwar and to seek blessings at this sacred site.
You can take a cable car or hike up the hill.
Entrance fee: INR 200, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious North Indian meal at Chotiwala Restaurant known for its authentic flavours and riverside seating.
It's a short drive from Mansa Devi Temple.
Approx. INR 500 for two, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Rajaji National Park

Spend the afternoon exploring the diverse wildlife and lush greenery of Rajaji National Park through a jungle safari.
Rajaji National Park is about a 1-hour drive from Haridwar.
Safari cost: INR 1500 per person, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Big Ben Restaurant

Relax and unwind with dinner at Big Ben Restaurant, offering a mix of Indian and Chinese cuisine in a cosy setting.
Return to Haridwar for dinner.
Approx. INR 800 for two, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Adventure in Rishikesh

Rishikesh, India

8:00AM

River Rafting on the Ganges

Kick off your day with an adrenaline-pumping river rafting adventure on the holy Ganges River under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Rishikesh is a 1-hour drive from Haridwar.
Starting from INR 600 per person, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Beatles Cafe

Relish a vegetarian meal with a view at Beatles Cafe, known for its serene ambiance and delicious food.
Head to Beatles Cafe in Rishikesh.
Approx. INR 700 for two, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore Neer Garh Waterfall

Hike through the picturesque trails to Neer Garh Waterfall, where you can relax and enjoy the natural beauty around you.
Neer Garh Waterfall is a short drive from Rishikesh.
Entry fee: INR 30, 2 hours

5:00PM

Yoga Session at Parmarth Niketan

Unwind and rejuvenate with a calming yoga session at Parmarth Niketan, a renowned ashram in Rishikesh.
Head to Parmarth Niketan for the yoga session.
Donation-based, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Pure Soul Cafe

Enjoy a healthy and organic dinner at Pure Soul Cafe, offering a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes in a peaceful setting.
Conclude your day with dinner at Pure Soul Cafe.
Approx. INR 600 for two, 1 hour
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