In the morning, transfer to Delhi railway station to board the Shatabdi Express train to Haridwar. Arrive at Haridwar, check in to the hotel. Haridwar means Gateway to the God, it is the first place where Holy River Ganges reaches the plains descending the Himalayas hence it is a very important pilgrimage centre for Hindus. The Chinese pilgrim Hyuen-Tsang had also mentioned about Haridwar in his travelogue. It is also the place where one of the largest celebrations Kumbha Mela held once in the twelve years. Later take a sightseeing tour of Har-Ki-Pauri - it is the most sacred Ghat over River Ganges made by mighty King Vikramaditya in the memory of his legend brother Bhartrihari. It is believed that a dip at Har-Ki-Pauri can remove whole sins of a person. Also visit Chandi Devi temple, Bharat Mata temple, Daksha temple and various Ashrams and temples. Later take an excursion to sacred Ghats to witness the evening Aarti - a very spiritual experience.
Stay overnight at the hotel. |