Start your journey in Haridwar with a visit to the most iconic place in the city, the Ganga Ghat. It is regarded as the holiest place in the world. At this ghat, you will experience devotion and life together. People take a holy dip in the River Ganges. You will see pilgrims participating in rituals and ceremonies and experience the divine energy in the air around them. Next, travel to Chandi Devi Temple, nestled on the Neel Parvat Hill at the Eastern summit of the Sivalik Hills, the Himalayas’ southernmost mountain range. This Hindu temple was built in 1929 and is dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi. You can get to the temple by taking a cable car ride to enjoy the panoramic views of the river Ganges and the city.

Next, you will travel to Sati Kund and Vishnu Ghat, both offering a glimpse into Haridwar's ancient legends. Sati Kund is the sacrificial fire or the Yagna Kund wherein the daughter of Daksh, Sati, self-immolated herself because of her father’s non-acceptance of her husband. You will find its mention in Mahabharata. Vishnu Ghat is a tranquil ghat in the city, located close to the Har Ki Pauri. It is relatively less crowded as only Vaishnavites visit this ghat dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Since it is one of the cleanest ghats, you can enjoy a dip in the holy Ganga here and absolve your sins. Enjoy an evening grand aarti at Har Ki Pauri, and end your day with a hearty dinner in one of the restaurants in Har Ki Pauri, like Chotiwala or Frontier Punjabi Dhaba.

Start your day with some relishing Aloo Puri brunch and follow it up with some lip-smacking Paapdi Chaat at any restaurant in Har Ki Pauri. You can travel next to Moti Bazaar and refresh your taste buds with Kulhar Milk and Lassi at Pandit Sevaram Sharma Doodhwale. You can stop at Pracheen Mathura Wale and enjoy a creamy Kulfi for dessert.

After indulging in culinary delights, you can indulge in some retail therapy at Moti Bazaar. Pick some unique smoking accessories, intricate brass utensils, and authentic paintings at Jawlapur. Next, visit some government handloom emporiums near Moti Bazaar and shop for carpets, rugs, window accents, and baskets.

You can further travel to Swami Vivekanand Park, one of the few amusement parks in the city. It is a triangular park with flower beds and lush green lawns and houses a massive statue of Swami Vivekanand. There is also a colossal statue of Lord Shiva. It can be an excellent place to unwind and relax. Your next spot can be Bhimgoda Tank. It is a sacred tank christened after Bhima, the second of the five Pandavas.

Start your day with some adventure by trekking along the Shivalik Range. You can opt for the Neel Parvat or Bilwa Parvat as your preferred trekking trail and enjoy the scenic views of Ganga and the city from the top. The next spot for the day will be Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar, a famous bird-watching point in the city endowed with rich flora, fauna, and wildlife. You may witness many migratory avian and endemic species in the park. Conclude your day with a trip to the Rajaji Tiger Reserve, an Indian National Park and Tiger Reserve encompassing the Shivalik Hills near the Himalayan foothills. Jeep safari is the most popular medium to explore the wildlife in the region.

Start your day with a visit to the Birla Ghat. It is the oldest riverside ghat in Haridwar that will charm you with its solitude. You can also take a holy dip here if you arrive in the early dawn hours. Next, you can travel to the Daksh Mahadev Temple or the Daksheswar Mahadev Temple. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, christened after King Daksha Prajapati, father of Sati.

Wrap your cultural exploration with a visit to the city’s wellness traditions like Shanti Kunj. Finally, indulge in meditation experience at Saptrishi Ashram or practice yoga at the Sahaja Yoga Center for a calming end to the Haridwar trip.