Haridwar & Rishikesh Tours
Haridwar:Haridwar has very rich ancient religious and cultural heritage. In the ancient scriptures of India, this place is well known by the name of Mayapur. This city is also well known for many other things apart from the holy river Ganges. Kumbh fair is organized at the interval of every 12 years in this city in which about 1 crore pilgrims from all over the world participate. Among the many pilgrimages that dot the length of the Ganga, Haridwar ranks among the most holy in the land. Haridwar is also famous by the names of gangadwar, Mokshadwar, Tapovan and Mayapuri. It is at Haridwar that the Ganga finaly energes into the northern plains. The Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh melas also take place here every 12 th & 6th year.
Rishikesh:Rishikesh represents the Gateway to the Himalayas in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttar Pradesh. It abounds in natural splendour. The spectacle of the Ganga rushing through the Himalayan foothills is an awesome sight. Several temples dot the banks of the Ganga at Rishikesh. Rishikesh is located at a height of about 1360 feet above sea level. It is believed that several yogis and sages lived and practised penance here. The freshness of the air, and sound of flowing water, the scenic beauty of the region and the distant sound of bell chimes create an unforgettable experience for those that visit this ancient pilgrimage town.
For the adventure seekers, rishikesh is the suggested place for starting their trekking expeditions to the Himalayan peaks and for rafting. Also, International Yoga Week which attracts participation form across the world, is held here, every year, in February on the banks of the Ganga. Rishikesh is one of the most popular pilgrim centres and gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. The Yoga Centres of Rishikesh have enhanced the significance of the place. From this point on, the great Ganges leaves behind her mountain home and enters the vast plains of Northern India.
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Haridwar Rishikesh Tour
Duration of the Tour : 01 Nights / 02 Days
Places to visit : Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Delhi
Day 1 / Delhi - Haridwar
Morning pick up from hotel & transfer to the railway station to board the super fast train Shatabadi Exp. to Haridwar. Arrive Haridwar & transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit various temples including Pareshwar Mahadev Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temple and Mansa Devi Temple. Evening visit Har-ki-Pauri (the footstep of God)- one of the most sacred ghats in India. People say that this ghat was built by Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bhartrihari. This ghat is also known as Brahmakund. Later witness Aarti of the Holy River Ganges.
Aarti is the beautiful ceremony in which deeyas (the oil lamps) are offered to God. Aarti can be done to a deity in the temple or it can be done to a saint. It is performed to God, in any manifestation, any form, by any name. The essence of the aarti ceremony is a time when we say "thank you," and we offer the light of our thanks, the light of our love and the light of our devotion. We realize that the small deeya is nothing compared to the divine light which shines on us all day. Night stay in Haridwar.
DAY 02 / Haridwar - Rishikesh - Delhi
Morning spend 01 hour with astrologer to discover your future, love fortune, lucky number, compatibility with your life partner, zodiac signs, professional astrological information or any other information required by you. Later drive to Rishikesh - also known as the 'place of sages', at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and henceforth the place derived its name.
It is the starting point for the Char dham pilgrims but also for the people who are interested in meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. In Rishikesh visit Laxman Jhula- a hanging bridge on the river Ganga is one of the most famous spot in Rishikesh. According to Indian mythology, Lakshman, the younger brother of Lord Rama crossed the Ganga with the help of hanging bridge made of Jute. The bridge offers a scenic view of the river Ganga as it tumbles down to Haridwar. Also visit Bharat Mandir - the oldest temple in Rishikesh, near the Triveni Ghat. This temple is dedicated to Bharat, the younger brother of Lord Ram. Optional activities -White water rafting. Late afternoon drive to Haridwar & transfer to railway station to board the train back to Delhi. Arrive & transfer to hotel.
Duration of the Tour : 04 Nights / 05 Days
Places to visit : Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Delhi
Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar
Receive you from New Delhi and straight drive to Haridwar Hotel, after having some rest proceed for sightseeing. Late in the evening drive back to Hotel Dinner & over night stay at hotel.
Day 02: Haridwar
Morning after having some rest proceed for sightseeing. Lunch enroute. Late in the evening drive back to Hotel. Dinner & over night stay at hotel. Some of the places to see include Har ki Pauri, Sapt Rishi Ashram and Sapt Sarovar, Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Maya Devi Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temple etc.
Day 03: Haridwar – Rishikesh
Morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh, check into the hotel, after having some rest proceed for sightseeing. Late in the evening drive back to Hotel. Dinner & over night stay at hotel.
Day 04: Rishikesh
Morning after having some rest proceed for sightseeing. Lunch enroute. Late in the evening drive back to Hotel. Dinner & over night stay at hotel. Some of the places to see include Bharat Mandir, Kailash Niketan Temple, Satya Narayan Temple, Shatrughan Temple, Neelkanth Mahadev etc.
Day 05: Rishikesh – Delhi
Morning free for rest and afternoon after lunch drive to back to Delhi.
