How to Reach Haridwar
Arrive at Haridwar Junction or fly to Dehradun, then plan your transfer around hotel access, festival crowds and arrival time.
Haridwar Travel Guide
Haridwar draws you towards the river. At Har Ki Pauri, the steps fill as evening approaches, bells ring and lamps are raised for Ganga Aarti. Beyond the ghats, temple paths lead uphill to Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi, while the lanes around the old centre invite a slower walk. Stay long enough for a morning by the water as well as an evening ceremony. Two nights let you see more without squeezing every temple into one day.
Explore Haridwar
Haridwar at a Glance
Best Time to Visit Haridwar
Choose cooler months for temple visits and riverside walks, allowing for winter mornings, summer heat and crowds during major festivals.
Things to Do in Haridwar
Watch Ganga Aarti, visit hilltop temples and explore Kankhal, leaving time for morning walks and browsing the old market lanes.
Uttarakhand Travel Guide
Use Haridwar as a starting point for Uttarakhand, adding river towns or mountain stays with enough time for each journey.
Best Time to Visit Haridwar
Best overall windowOctober to March
Pleasant weather
easier sightseeing
easier sightseeing
BestOctober–March Enjoy cooler days for sightseeing and walking between the ghats. Carry a warm layer for winter mornings and evening aarti beside the river.
HotApril–JuneVisit temples early and leave the hottest hours for a break. Allow time for queues, and choose accommodation that keeps your daily transfers manageable.
RainyJuly–SeptemberRain can interrupt outdoor plans, while pilgrimage gatherings can bring heavy crowds. Check local travel updates and allow extra time to move around the city.
How to Reach Haridwar
Main gatewayHaridwar Junction and Jolly Grant Airport near Dehradun
Air + rail arrival
road onward
road onward
By airFly to Jolly Grant Airport near Dehradun, then continue to Haridwar by road. Arrange a transfer to your hotel or its nearest accessible drop-off point, allowing for city traffic.
By railHaridwar Junction connects the city with Delhi and other major destinations. Choose a train that leaves time to check in before your first outing, particularly if you want to attend evening aarti.
By roadReach Haridwar by bus, taxi or private vehicle from Delhi, Rishikesh and Dehradun. Festival traffic can change access routes, so confirm parking and the final approach with your hotel before arrival.
Your trip, your pace
Build Your Stay Around the Haridwar You Want to See
Tell us whether you want a short pilgrimage break, time with family by the Ganga or a Haridwar stay before heading into the hills. We can arrange your arrival, hotel and local visits around that plan, leaving an evening for aarti and enough room for meals, temple queues and a slower morning.
Haridwar Tour Packages
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In Haridwar, a convenient hotel and well-timed arrival can make a real difference to your day. IndianHoliday can help plan transfers, temple visits and time at the ghats around your group’s pace. Tell us how much walking suits you and whether you want to continue to Rishikesh or further into Uttarakhand.
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FAQs
How many days are enough for Haridwar?
Two nights give you time for Ganga Aarti, the main temple visits and a morning at the ghats without rushing. One day works for a shorter selection, especially Har Ki Pauri and a nearby temple. Add another day if you want to include Rishikesh or keep a slower pace with family.
What time is Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri?
Ganga Aarti takes place around sunrise and sunset, so the exact timing changes with the season. Check the day’s timing locally and arrive early for the evening ceremony. Keep the return journey flexible: leaving the ghat can take longer when the steps and nearby lanes are crowded.
Which is the best month to visit Haridwar?
October to March generally offers more comfortable weather for temple visits and walks. November and February can suit travellers who prefer cooler days, though mornings and evenings still need a layer. Check the festival calendar before booking because major bathing dates can bring large crowds regardless of the month.
Can I visit Haridwar and Rishikesh on the same trip?
Yes. The two cities connect by road and work well together, but leave enough time for each. Keep an evening in Haridwar for Har Ki Pauri and a separate day for Rishikesh. Traffic can lengthen the journey, so avoid scheduling tightly timed activities in both cities on the same afternoon.
Where should I stay in Haridwar?
Stay near Har Ki Pauri if walking to the ghats is your priority. Choose a hotel with straightforward vehicle access if easy pickups and luggage handling matter more. Before booking, ask about the walk from the drop-off point, lift access and noise, particularly when travelling with older family members.
Can I reach Haridwar directly by train?
Yes. Haridwar Junction has train connections with Delhi and several other cities, making rail a practical option for many visitors. Check current services from your departure city and book ahead for busy dates. Arrange the short onward transfer separately, confirming where vehicles can reach your chosen hotel.
Give Haridwar Time in Your Uttarakhand Plans
Give Haridwar more than a brief stop between journeys. Plan time for the ghats, a few meaningful temple visits and an evening by the Ganga, with a stay that makes getting around easier.