05:00 AM – Early Morning Departure from Delhi
Begin your day with an early drive from Delhi to Haridwar. The journey is around 220 km and should take approximately 4–5 hours.
09:30 AM – Arrival in Haridwar
Start your visit at Har Ki Pauri, one of the most sacred ghats along the Ganges. Take a holy dip and soak in the serene atmosphere.
Next, head to Mansa Devi Temple, located atop Bilwa Parvat. You can either trek up to the temple or take the cable car for panoramic views.
11:30 AM – Drive to Rishikesh
Leave Haridwar and drive to Rishikesh, which is about 20 km away, taking roughly 45 minutes.
12:15 PM – Explore Rishikesh
Begin with the famous Laxman Jhula, the iconic iron suspension bridge over the Ganges.
Then visit Ram Jhula and the surrounding area, known for its peaceful ashrams and temples.
Stop by the Beatles Ashram (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram), where the Beatles stayed in 1968 and created some of their music.
01:30 PM – Lunch
Enjoy a vegetarian meal at a local eatery and taste the regional flavours.
02:30 PM – Continue Sightseeing in Rishikesh
Visit Triveni Ghat, a sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers.
Attend a yoga or meditation session at a renowned ashram like Parmarth Niketan.
If time permits, take a short drive to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, about 12 km from Rishikesh, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
04:30 PM – Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
Experience the spiritual Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan, a beautiful ceremony held at sunset on the riverbanks.
06:00 PM – Return Journey to Delhi
Start driving back to Delhi.
10:30 PM – Arrival in Delhi
Reach Delhi, marking the end of a spiritually refreshing day trip.