Haridwār
Haridwār7days
7
Days
56
Activities
1
Location
~8.2 km
Between stops
08:00
Earliest start

Luxury Spiritual Retreat in Haridwar

A seven-day luxury immersion in Haridwar combining premium dining experiences with guided visits to key holy sites and evening river rituals along the Ganges.

  • 28Temples & shrines
  • 18Food stops
  • 7Museums
  • 3Stays
  • couples
  • solo
  • family
  • luxury
  • spiritual
  • culture

Day by day

Day 1

Arrival and Initial Exploration of Haridwar8 Activities

Begin your stay in Haridwar with private temple visits and an evening ceremony at the main river bank.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mohan Puriwala

    08:00 – 09:00

    Sample traditional North Indian breakfast dishes at this well-known local establishment.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Take the ropeway up Bilwa Parvat to explore the shrine dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Tour the upper courtyard and observe the panoramic views over the Ganges valley.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

    12:45 – 14:00

    Dine on vegetarian thalis and classic local specialties in the city center.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Revisit the sanctuary complex to study the intricate shrine architecture and stone carvings.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Spend time at the hilltop viewing platforms taking in the late afternoon scenery.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Observe the nightly river worship ceremony featuring lamps, chants, and brass oil burners.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Glasshouse Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:00

    Enjoy a quiet evening meal featuring refined Indian vegetarian cuisine.

Day 2

Sacred Hilltops and Riverbanks8 Activities

Spend the day exploring hilltop shrine areas followed by evening prayers by the water.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mathura Walon Ki Prachin Dukan

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy traditional breakfast savories and sweets at a historic local eatery.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Ascend the hill early to visit the inner sanctum before crowds arrive.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Walk through the surrounding hilltop path to view the Shivalik hills.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Hoshiarpuri

    12:45 – 14:00

    Sample Punjabi-style vegetarian dishes in a comfortable dining atmosphere.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Explore the temple premises and learn about the local traditions associated with the deity.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Spend quiet afternoon time at the shrine overlook points.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Gather at the steps of Har Ki Pauri to watch the evening light and prayer ceremony.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at Next 2 Ganges

    19:45 – 21:00

    Enjoy riverside dining featuring multi-course vegetarian meals.

Day 3

Heritage and Holy Sites8 Activities

A day dedicated to exploring elevated temple complexes and experiencing the evening river worship.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mohan Puriwala

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat freshly prepared breakfast puris and spiced potatoes.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Visit the main temple complex and observe early morning rituals.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Stroll around the temple precincts and prayer halls.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

    12:45 – 14:00

    Enjoy regional North Indian thali options.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Take in views of the city below from the temple's upper observation points.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Explore the remaining corridors and sacred trees within the shrine grounds.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Watch floating leaf lamps drift down the Ganges during the twilight ceremony.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Glasshouse Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:00

    Dine on gourmet vegetarian specialties prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.

Day 4

Mid-Trip Spiritual Focus8 Activities

Continue your structured visits to key landmarks with leisurely dining in Haridwar.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mathura Walon Ki Prachin Dukan

    08:00 – 09:00

    Start the day with warm breakfast sweets and tea.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Head up the cable car line to access the temple shrine.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Walk the perimeter trail near the temple summit.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Hoshiarpuri

    12:45 – 14:00

    Taste traditional curries and breads at this established restaurant.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Spend early afternoon hours reviewing temple art and architecture.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Observe late afternoon prayer gatherings at the shrine.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Experience the devotional chanting and synchronized flame rituals along the ghats.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at Next 2 Ganges

    19:45 – 21:00

    Relax over a multi-course dinner overlooking the river currents.

Day 5

Deepening Cultural Exploration8 Activities

Spend another day experiencing hilltop vistas, traditional meals, and riverbank prayers.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mohan Puriwala

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy a filling morning meal before embarking on temple tours.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Visit the hilltop deity shrine during morning prayer hours.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Explore the courtyard markets and local souvenir stalls near the complex.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

    12:45 – 14:00

    Dine on vegetarian lunch platters served with fresh flatbreads.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Spend time viewing the river and town from high elevation points.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Enjoy a final afternoon walk around the hilltop grounds.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Attend the sunset aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Glasshouse Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:00

    Conclude the day with fine dining featuring North Indian vegetarian recipes.

Day 6

Serene Temples and Sunset Worship8 Activities

A day focused on quiet contemplation at hilltop sites and evening rituals by the Ganges.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mathura Walon Ki Prachin Dukan

    08:00 – 09:00

    Have breakfast featuring local sweet and savory specialties.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Explore the shrine early in the morning for a quieter atmosphere.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Walk along the upper terraces overlooking the Ganges plain.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Hoshiarpuri

    12:45 – 14:00

    Enjoy a comfortable mid-day meal featuring regional cooking.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Revisit the inner shrine halls and surrounding viewpoints.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Relax at the hilltop viewing areas before descending.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Join the riverbank assembly for the evening light and music ceremony.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at Next 2 Ganges

    19:45 – 21:00

    Dine outdoors near the river with views of lit ghats.

Day 7

Final Spiritual Impressions8 Activities

Wrap up your week in Haridwar with final visits to Bilwa Parvat and the iconic river step ceremony.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Mohan Puriwala

    08:00 – 09:00

    Savor a final traditional breakfast at this local classic spot.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    09:30 – 11:00

    Make a final morning visit to the shrine complex.

    • entryINR 100
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    11:15 – 12:30

    Enjoy morning views across Haridwar from Bilwa Parvat.

    • entryINR 100
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Chotiwala Restaurant

    12:45 – 14:00

    Enjoy a final lunch of classic Indian vegetarian dishes.

  5. 14:3015:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    14:30 – 15:45

    Stroll through the upper gardens and shrine pathways.

    • entryINR 100
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Mansa Devi Temple

    16:00 – 17:15

    Conclude your temple exploration at the summit platform.

    • entryINR 100
  7. 17:4519:15
    Sightseeing

    Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

    17:45 – 19:15

    Experience your last evening Ganges ceremony at Har Ki Pauri.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Glasshouse Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:00

    Celebrate the conclusion of your trip with a luxury vegetarian dinner.

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