Uttarakhand · Pilgrimage

Haridwar

One of Hinduism's holiest cities, famous for the Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri.

Altitude (approx.)314 m
From Delhi (approx.)210 km
Best timeOct–Mar
Ideal stay1–2 days
Our trips here144+ trips

About Haridwar

Haridwar is where pilgrims take a holy dip in the Ganga. The evening aarti at Har Ki Pauri, with thousands of floating diyas, is unforgettable.

Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi temples are reached by ropeways. It is the starting point of most Char Dham trips.

Places to see

  • Har Ki Pauri Ganga aarti
  • Mansa Devi temple
  • Chandi Devi temple
  • Bharat Mata Mandir

Weather and best time to visit

Best time: October to March; Kanwar and Kumbh periods are very crowded

Summer (Mar–Jun)

25–40°C

Monsoon (Jul–Sep)

25–33°C

Winter (Nov–Feb)

6–22°C

Temperatures are approximate and vary with altitude and year. Mountain roads can close after heavy rain or snow – we check conditions before every trip.

How we take you there

Pickup from Delhi NCR or any city you choose, with an experienced hill driver. Approx. 210 km from Delhi.

Combine with nearby places

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Gangotri

The origin shrine of the Ganga, set in a deep Himalayan gorge.

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