KumbhTwo kinds of day: on an ordinary day you can see a lot of Haridwar. On a major snan day, plan only the bath, food and rest, because roads close and everything takes far longer.
1 day in Haridwar (ordinary day)
- Early morning: bathe at Har ki Pauri or a nearby ghat while it is quieter.
- Mid-morning: Mansa Devi temple on the hill above the city.
- Afternoon: lunch and rest, then a walk through the old bazaar lanes.
- Evening: get to Har ki Pauri early for a good spot at the Ganga Aarti.
2 days in Haridwar (ordinary days)
Day 1
- Morning snan, Mansa Devi, evening Ganga Aarti, as in the 1-day plan.
Day 2
- Morning: Chandi Devi temple across the river.
- Afternoon: Kankhal's old temples and quieter ghats.
- Evening: aarti at a smaller ghat for a calmer experience.
3 days: Haridwar and Rishikesh
Day 1, Haridwar
- Snan, temple visit and the Har ki Pauri aarti.
Day 2, move to Rishikesh
- Travel about 25 km upstream in the morning and check in.
- Walk the riverside between the bridges, and attend the evening aarti.
Day 3, Rishikesh
- A slow morning by the river, a yoga class or a short walk, then head home.
On a major snan day
- Sleep in Haridwar the night before.
- Leave very early and walk to the ghat your hotel recommends.
- Bathe, return to rest, and skip temples and sightseeing that day.
- Plan your departure for the next day, not the same evening.
Timings for aarti and temples change through the year. Confirm locally on the day.