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Sacred Journey: Haridwar & Rishīkesh

SHWETA RAO

SHWETA RAO

5 Jan 2024

Embark on a spiritual adventure through the holy cities of Haridwar and Rishīkesh. Discover ancient temples, serene ashrams, and breathtaking natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere and find inner peace amidst the sacred Ganges River.

Trip to Haridwar

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Day 1Divine Blessings and Sacred Heights
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$10

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$ 1

Maa Chandi Devi Temple - Haridwar District, Uttarakhand, India
Historic Hindu temple accessible by cable car offering picturesque mountaintop views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
11 - 14 min

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Shri Mata Mansa Devi Mandir
Perched on a hilltop, this ancient Hindu temple honors Mansa Devi, the folk goddess of snakes.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Spiritual Bliss
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$24

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$ 1

Book Jungle Safari in Rajaji National Park & Tiger Reserve
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$24
664 - 797 min

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Vaishno Devi
Cave containing a manifestation of the Hindu Mother Goddess & leading site of pilgrimage.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $65 In total

Activities & Food:$64
Transport:$1

Trip to Rishīkesh

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Day 1Divine Blessings and Sacred Heights
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$5

Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Mountainside temple & mythological site where the Hindu deity Shiva consumed poison from the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
60 - 72 min

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The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
Ashram where the pop band once stayed in the ’60s, now featuring Beatles art & graffiti.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
34 - 41 min

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Triveni Ghat
Elaborate statues & other structures line this spiritual site on the banks of the Ganges River.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Spiritual Bliss
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$25

Lakshman Jhula
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
7 - 9 min

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Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Spacious Himalayan ashram with lush gardens, offering courses in yoga, meditation & Ayurveda.
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $65 In total

Activities & Food:$64
Transport:$1