One-Day Adventure Itinerary in Haridwar, India

Day 1: Spiritual Exploration

Haridwar, India

6:30 AM

Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Start your day at the iconic Har Ki Pauri Ghat where you can witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at sunrise, a spiritual experience that is both tranquil and powerful.
Walk to Har Ki Pauri from your accommodation; it’s around 10 minutes’ walk.
INR0, 1.5 hours

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Chandni Chowk Restaurant

Fuel up with delicious North Indian breakfast specialties like Chole Bhature or Aloo Puri paired with freshly brewed masala chai.
Walk to Chandni Chowk Restaurant, approximately 15 minutes from Har Ki Pauri.
INR300, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Take the cable car or hike up to Mansa Devi Temple, located atop the Bilwa Parvat hill, for stunning views of the Ganges and Haridwar.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the temple base, around 10 minutes.
INR100 for cable car, free entry, 2.5 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Aangan

Indulge in a hearty vegetarian lunch featuring local dishes such as Bhindi Masala and Paneer Tikka in a serene garden setting.
Return to the town and walk to Aangan, approximately 15 minutes.
INR500, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Explore Haridwar's Local Markets

Stroll through Haridwar’s local markets, visiting shops selling religious artifacts, Ayurvedic products, and traditional handicrafts, perfect for souvenir hunting.
Walk around the town; market areas are easily accessible on foot.
Varies based on purchases, 2 hours

3:30 PM

Visit Chandi Devi Temple

Head over to Chandi Devi Temple for another spiritual experience, which can also be reached via a scenic cable car ride.
Take an auto-rickshaw to the temple entrance, around 15 minutes.
INR100 for cable car, free entry, 2 hours

5:30 PM

Relax at the Ganges River

Find a peaceful spot along the riverbank to relax, soak in the views, and reflect on your day surrounded by the divine atmosphere of Haridwar.
Walk back towards Har Ki Pauri; it’s around 15 minutes.
INR0, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Evening Ganga Aarti

End your day with another captivating Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri, as the sun sets and the river is lit with flickering lamps, creating a magical ambience.
It's right at Har Ki Pauri, so no additional travel needed.
INR0, 1 hour

7:30 PM

Dinner at Gourmet Restaurant

Savour a delicious dinner of Punjabi cuisine, including dishes like Butter Chicken and Naan, in the elegant setting of the Gourmet Restaurant.
A short rickshaw ride will take you there in about 10 minutes.
INR700, 1.5 hours
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