Haridwar city positioned in the foothills of the Shivalik, represents the point where the Ganga reaches the plains. It is famous for being blessed by trinity of Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma. he name Haridwar (Hardwar) has been derived from two words, 'Har' means Shiva, 'Hari' means Vishnu, and Dwar means gate. Haridwar is thus the gateway to the two holy shrines of Shiva and Vishnu in Badrinath and Kedarnath, respectively. Rishikesh is virtually a town of saints, sages and scholars. Rishikesh is a rare religious center located on the right bank of river Ganga. There are a number of Ashrams where religious discourses are held. The place is also a renowned center for yoga teachings. Rishikesh is also an attraction for foreign pilgrims who want to know about Hinduism and who want to spend some time close to the Lord.
Haridwar and Rishikesh are considered to be the pilgrimage centers of India and is one of the most visited holiday destinations in India. The town is well connected via road from Delhi and other neighboring states of India. For travelers planning a tour Car Tour Package offers cars, taxis, suv cabs, tempo traveler, buses and coaches on hire to Haridwar, Rishikesh, and other places for individual and group excursions.
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Tour Destination: Delhi- Haridwar - Rishikesh - Delhi
Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days
DAY 1: DELHI - HARIDWAR (Approx 220 kms/06 hrs)- Drive to the City of Ganges-Haridwar. In the evening go to Har ki Pauri to attend the evening aarti at River Ganges.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 2: HARIDWAR - RISHIKESH (Approx 20 kms/01 hrs)- After breakfast visit Haridwar viewing Mansa Devi Temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa and is perched on a hill top and can be reached through a cable car ride and Chandi Devi Temple dedicated to Goddess Chandika Devi and is considered to be one of the Siddha peethas of Haridwar where the wishes of true devotees get fulfilled.
In the afternoon drive to Rishikesh. Later transfer to the hotel. Day free for leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 3: RISHIKESH- After breakfast, visit fascinating temples, ashrams, spiritual sites and Ghats. Triveni Ghat located on the confluence of three holy rivers: Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Bharat Mandir the oldest temple in Rishikesh, it is also regarded as one of the most ancient shrines in India. Ram Jhula & Laxman Jhula the famous hanging bridge across Ganga and Parmarth Niketan that provides its thousands of pilgrims a clean, pure and sacred atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens and Ashrams.
Later, drive back to Delhi to catch your flights towards onward destination.
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New Delhi at a Glance
Haridwar at a Glance
Rishikesh at a Glance
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