From Delhi: Haridwar and Rishikesh Private 2-Day Tour

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ID: GYG796066-1272096
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Country: India

Duration: 2 days


Description

Discover the spiritual cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh on a 2-day private tour from Delhi. Visit the Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, and the Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges.
Embark on a 2-day private tour of Haridwar and Rishikesh from Delhi. Visit the Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple, witness the Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River, and see the Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges.

Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in New Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram. Travel to Haridwar along with your tour guide. Upon reaching Haridwar, check-in to the hotel and then relax and join your guide for lunch at your own cost.

After lunch, take a cable car ride to the top of one of the hills and visit the Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple. In the evening, travel to the banks of the Ganges River to witness the Aarti ceremony, where you will see priests and thousands of devotees holding Diya lamps and flowers.

At the end of the Aarti, return back to your hotel and stay overnight in Haridwar. The next day, head to Rishikesh, where you will see Lakshman Jhula, the popular hanging bridge across the holy Ganges River. Next, see Ram Jhula, an iron suspension bridge on the Ganges.

Later, visit the different Ashrams of Rishikesh, like Sivananda Ashram, Parmath Niketan Temple, Gita Bhavan, Swarg Ashram, Ma Anandamayee Ashram, Sapt Rishi Ashram, The Beatles Ashram, and explore the local markets of Rishikesh. Enjoy your lunch in Rishikesh before heading back to Delhi.

Arrive in Delhi by 7:00 PM and be dropped off at your hotel in Delhi or at Delhi International Airport.

Highlights

  • Discover the spiritual cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh on a 2-day tour
  • Visit the Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple in Haridwar
  • See the Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges in Rishikesh
  • Watch the Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River
  • Explore the local markets of Rishikesh and enjoy a cable car ride

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved.
Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Dress modestly when visiting temples.
Be prepared for a long day, as the tour starts early and ends in the evening.
Respect local customs and traditions during the Aarti ceremony.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.