Sacred Serenity: Rishīkesh and Haridwar

Krishna Chawla

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a spiritual journey through the holy cities of Rishīkesh and Haridwar. Discover ancient temples, immerse in the divine atmosphere, and find inner peace amidst the serene landscapes of Uttarakhand, India.

Trip to Rishīkesh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Encounters at Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and Triveni Ghat

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

65 - 78 min

Directions

Elaborate statues & other structures line this spiritual site on the banks of the Ganges River.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Unleashing Creativity at The Beatles Ashram and Crossing Lakshman Jhula

$20

Ashram where the pop band once stayed in the ’60s, now featuring Beatles art & graffiti.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

8 - 10 min

Directions

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Soulful Retreat at Parmarth Niketan Ashram

$40

Spacious Himalayan ashram with lush gardens, offering courses in yoga, meditation & Ayurveda.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $61 In total

Activities & Food:$60

Transport:$1

Trip to Haridwar

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Encounters at Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and Triveni Ghat

$ 1

Perched on a hilltop, this ancient Hindu temple honors Mansa Devi, the folk goddess of snakes.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

685 - 822 min

Directions

Cave containing a manifestation of the Hindu Mother Goddess & leading site of pilgrimage.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $61 In total

Activities & Food:$60

Transport:$1