- Rishikesh - At 5 or 6 am, your driver will pick you up you and head for Haridwar, which is about a 5 hour drive.
Your first stop will be Har ki Pauri. Trusted to be one the holiest Ghats in the country, Har Ki Pauri is supposedly the first place where Ganga touches plains, leaving behind the pristine ranges of the Himalayas. The ghat is also known as the Brahma Kund where you can view the stone which has an imprint of Lord Vishnu’s foot, as pointed out by the name.
You will also explore two bridges in Rishikesh. First is Lakshman Jhula, the popular hanging bridge across the holy river Ganga. This 450 ft long Jhula is built at a height of 70 ft from the river and is about 3 kms away from the main town of Rishikesh. The other bridge is Ram Jhula which is the iron Parallax Bridge on the river Ganga in Rishikesh. Ram Jhula is the newer bridge named after Lakshman’s brother, Lord Ram.
- Haridwar - You can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense) before visiting Sivananda Ashram, Parmath Niketan Temple, Gita Bhavan, Swarg Ashram, Ma Anandamayee Ashram, Sapt Rishi Ashram, and The Beatles Ashram.
In the evening during sunset, you will visit Ganga Aarti at Haridwar. Thousands of sects visit the ghats of the Ganga at Har ki Pauri at Haridwar to witness the aarti that started several decades ago. The tradition continues unabated and is a sight to behold. It takes place on the other side of the banks where you will see the priests light up the lamps in a clockwise manner, accompanied by songs in praise of Mother Ganga. After the ritual is complete, devotees will cup their hands over the flame and raise their palms to their forehead in order to get the Goddess’s purification and blessing.
Finally, head back to New Delhi and get dropped at your hotel at around 9pm.
- English-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off at New Delhi City Center area
- Transport by air-conditioned private car
- All taxes, parking, fuel included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Dive into the spiritual history of the sacred cities of Rishikesh and Haridwar on this comprehensive one-day private tour starting from New Delhi. Receive customised attention and ample opportunities to inquire as you observe the sacred ceremony of Ganga Aarti during dusk. Key attractions include Har Ki Pauri, Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Ma Anandamayee Ashram, Sapt Rishi Ashram and The Beatles Ashram.
• Explore the major attractions of the sacred cities Rishikesh and Haridwar within a day
• A private tour exclusively for your group allows a customizable itinerary
• Private two-way transportation rules out the necessity for a rented vehicle
• Ample opportunities for seeking answers about the religious sites and customs
- Dress code - Temples are a sacred house of God and a place of daily worship. To preserve its sanctity and spiritual ambiance one must follow the below dress code within temple complex
- Upper Wear: Must cover the shoulders, chest, navel, and upper arms
- Lower Wear: Must be at least below knee-length
- Remove footwear outside the temple. Socks are fine, you can keep wearing them.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable socks
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
