A Spiritual Day in Haridwar: Temples, Ghats, and Ganga Aarti

Day 1: Spiritual Exploration

Haridwar, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Chotiwala Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Chotiwala Restaurant, famous for its North Indian vegetarian dishes like poha, parathas, and fresh lassi.
Head north towards the banks of the Ganges after breakfast, which is a short 15-minute walk.
INR 300, 1 hour

8:30 AM

Visit Har Ki Pauri

Explore Har Ki Pauri, an iconic ghat where thousands gather for rituals and bath in the holy Ganges, witnessing the early serene morning atmosphere.
Located adjacent to the restaurant, just a 5-minute walk.
Free, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Neelkantheshwar Mahadev Temple

Take a short rickshaw ride to the Neelkantheshwar Mahadev Temple, known for its stunning location amidst the hills, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Auto-rickshaw services are frequent and will take about 20 minutes.
INR 50, 2 hours

11:30 AM

Explore local markets

Head back to Haridwar and wander through the local markets like Bara Bazaar, where you can shop for religious items, herbs, and souvenirs.
Take a rickshaw from Neelkantheshwar back to Haridwar, about 20 minutes.
Free (shopping expenses vary), 1.5 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Hoshiyar Pahalwan Restaurant

Savour local delicacies at Hoshiyar Pahalwan, popular for its mouth-watering thali and sweets.
Located a short walk from the market, 10 minutes away.
INR 400, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Sapt Rishi Ashram

Post-lunch, visit Sapt Rishi Ashram, located on the banks of the river, which is an ancient place for meditation and offers a peaceful retreat.
A 15-minute rickshaw ride will get you there.
Free, 1.5 hours

3:30 PM

Relax by the Ganges

Enjoy some downtime by the Ganges, perfect for reflection or reading as you soak up the spiritual vibes.
You can walk back to Har Ki Pauri where it is scenic and serene.
Free, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Witness Ganga Aarti

Prepare for the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri, a spiritual event filled with lights and chants that will leave you enchanted.
Just remain at Har Ki Pauri; there’s no need to move.
Free, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Dinner at The Heaven

Conclude your day with a comforting dinner at The Heaven, where you can relish traditional Indian dishes and enjoy views of the Ganges.
Walk for about 10 minutes from Har Ki Pauri.
INR 500, 1.5 hours

8:00 PM

Evening stroll along Ganga

Finish your day with a stroll along the Ganga, witnessing the peaceful reflection of lamps floating on the water, creating a truly magical atmosphere.
Easily reachable on foot from The Heaven.
Free, 30 minutes
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