Haridwar tour package – Gateway to the Gods (Devbhoomi Uttarakhand)

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Haridwar tour package – Gateway to the Gods (Devbhoomi Uttarakhand)

Haridwar is an ancient city and an important Hindu pilgrimage site in North India’s Uttarakhand state, where the River Ganges exits the Himalayan foothills. The largest of several sacred ghats (bathing steps), Har Ki Pauri hosts a nightly Ganga Aarti (river-worshipping ceremony) in which tiny flickering lamps are floated off the steps. Worshipers fill the city during major festivals including the annual Kanwar. Haridwar, meaning “Gateway to the Gods”, is one of the seven holiest cities (Sapta Puri) of Hinduism and a major pilgrimage destination in Uttarakhand, India. Situated on the banks of the sacred River Ganga, Haridwar is where the holy river leaves the mountains and enters the plains.

It is renowned for its spiritual aura, ancient temples, ashrams, yoga centers, and the world-famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Every year, millions of devotees and travelers visit Haridwar to experience divine peace, rituals, and cultural vibrancy.

Whether you are a pilgrim seeking a spiritual experience or a rubberneck looking to soak in the vibrant culture of this ancient megacity, Devbhoomi Routes’ haridwar tour package offer a comprehensive and memorable way to explore Haridwar and its girding lodestones .


📍 Location & Geography

  • State: Uttarakhand
  • Altitude: ~314 m above sea level
  • Situated: On the banks of River Ganga
  • Distance:
    • 52 km from Dehradun
    • 240 km from Delhi
    • 25 km from Rishikesh

🌟 Major Attractions in Haridwar

🔥 1. Har Ki Pauri

  • The most sacred ghat of Haridwar.
  • Famous for the evening Ganga Aarti with lamps, chants, and devotional songs.
  • Believed to have Lord Vishnu’s footprint on a stone wall.

🛕 2. Mansa Devi Temple

  • Located on Bilwa Parvat hill.
  • Goddess Mansa Devi is believed to fulfill wishes of devotees.
  • Accessible via cable car (Udan Khatola) or trekking.

🛕 3. Chandi Devi Temple

  • Situated atop Neel Parvat.
  • Built in 1929 by King of Kashmir.
  • Also accessible via ropeway or trek.

🛕 4. Maya Devi Temple

  • One of the 51 Shakti Peethas.
  • Dedicated to Goddess Maya, considered the presiding deity of Haridwar.

🏞 5. Rajaji National Park

  • Just a few kilometers away.
  • Known for elephants, tigers, leopards, and birdwatching.

🛶 6. Ganga Ghats

  • Brahmakund, Kushavarta Ghat, and Gau Ghat.
  • Used for rituals, bathing, and offering prayers to ancestors.

🕉 7. Ashrams & Yoga Centers

  • Famous ashrams like Shanti Kunj, Patanjali Yogpeeth, Parmarth Niketan (nearby Rishikesh) for yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda.

🙏 Religious & Cultural Significance

  • Kumbh Mela: Held every 12 years, one of the world’s largest human gatherings.
  • Ardh Kumbh Mela: Every 6 years.
  • Belief: Taking a dip in the Ganga at Haridwar washes away sins and leads to salvation.
  • Haridwar is the starting point of the Char Dham Yatra (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath).

🍲 Local Food

  • Aloo Puri (famous breakfast)
  • Kachori Sabzi
  • Rasmalai, Jalebi, Rabri, Chhole Bhature
  • Street food: Chaat, Samosa, Lassi

🎉 Festivals

  • Kumbh Mela & Ardh Kumbh Mela
  • Kanwar Mela (July–August): Devotees carry holy Ganga water to offer Lord Shiva.
  • Diwali, Holi, Ganga Dussehra, Makar Sankranti celebrated with grandeur.

🚊 How to Reach Haridwar

  • By Air: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (35 km)
  • By Train: Haridwar Junction, well-connected to major Indian cities.
  • By Road: Delhi–Haridwar (NH 334), frequent buses and taxis.

🌤 Best Time to Visit

  • Winter (Oct–Feb): Pleasant & best for sightseeing (8°C–20°C).
  • Summer (Mar–Jun): Warm but suitable for pilgrimages (20°C–35°C).
  • Monsoon (Jul–Sep): Lush green surroundings, heavy rainfall sometimes causes flooding.

📝 Quick Facts

  • Meaning: Hari (God) + Dwar (Gateway) → Gateway to God.
  • Best Known For: Har Ki Pauri Ganga Aarti & Kumbh Mela.
  • Nearby Places: Rishikesh (25 km), Dehradun (52 km), Mussoorie (85 km).

✅ Haridwar is not just a city; it is an eternal spiritual experience. Whether you want to seek divine blessings, practice yoga, or just enjoy cultural vibrancy, Haridwar welcomes you with open arms and the holy flow of the Ganga.

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