2-Day Delhi to Haridwar and Rishikesh Spiritual and Nature Escape

Day 1: Haridwar Exploration

Haridwar, India on April 24, 2025

7:00AM

Travel from Delhi to Haridwar

Start early morning to cover approximately 220 kilometers by car or train, taking around 4-5 hours, to maximize time in Haridwar.
INR500, 5h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at Hoshiyar Puri Restaurant

Enjoy authentic North Indian vegetarian cuisine at this popular Haridwar restaurant known for its thalis and clean environment.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30PM

Visit Har Ki Pauri Ghat

Explore this famous ghat on the Ganges, revered for its spiritual significance and sacred rituals. It’s a peaceful place to observe devotional activities.
Free, 2h0m

3:30PM

Mansa Devi Temple Cable Car Ride

Take the cable car up to Mansa Devi Temple for panoramic views of Haridwar and a serene spiritual experience.
INR150, 1h0m

5:00PM

Travel from Haridwar to Rishikesh

Short 1-hour drive to Rishikesh to reach your accommodation and relax for the evening.
INR200, 1h0m

6:30PM

Check-in and rest at hotel in Rishikesh

Relax and refresh at your riverside hotel or guesthouse to prepare for the evening program.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30PM

Dinner at Little Buddha Café

Dine at this popular café offering a fusion of Indian and international dishes with a cozy ambiance by the Ganges.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 2: Rishikesh Adventure and Spirituality

Rishikesh, India on April 25, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Beatles Café

Start your morning with a vibrant breakfast featuring fresh juices and light Western and Indian fare at this iconic café.
INR350, 1h0m

8:30AM

Visit Triveni Ghat

Experience this sacred confluence of three holy rivers, ideal for meditation and witnessing morning rituals.
Free, 1h0m

9:30AM

Yoga Session at Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Join a morning yoga class or simply explore the largest ashram in Rishikesh, which offers spiritual teachings and beautiful river views.
Donation-based, 2h0m

11:30AM

Visit Laxman Jhula

Walk across this iconic suspension bridge and enjoy scenic views of the Ganges and surrounding hills.
Free, 1h0m

12:30PM

Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

Savor traditional North Indian vegetarian dishes in a historic and atmospheric restaurant near the Ganges.
INR300, 1h0m

1:45PM

Adventure Activity: White Water Rafting or Meditation Walk

Depending on your preference, enjoy an exciting 2-hour white water rafting session on the Ganges or take a peaceful meditation walk along the river banks.
INR1200 for rafting, 2h0m

4:00PM

Begin return journey to Delhi

Start the drive or train trip back to Delhi, approximately 5-6 hours away, aiming to reach by late evening.
INR500, 6h0m