Haridwar Tour Packages

Ans: Haridwar is a holy city in North India located in the state of Uttarakhand.

Ans: Haridwar is throughout the year destination. Best time to visit is from October to March, as the weather is moderate and pleasant during this time.

Ans: Yes, there are lot ashrams in Haridwar and you can get most of the Ashrams in Rishikesh , aprox 20 kms from Haridwar . In the Ashrams in Rishikesh you can stay from 01 day to 1 month to several months to have experience of yoga, meditation and regular classes are arranged there. Some of the Ashrams are as below:

• Saptarshi Ashram, Haridwar
• Maa Anandamayi Ashram, Haridwar
• Prem Nagar Ashram, Haridwar
i>Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh
• Yoga niketan , Rishikesh
• Shivananda Ashram , Rishikesh

Ans: You can get all kind of hotels from economy to 5*star. Here are list of some hotels are:

3* Star hotels in Haridwar
• Hotel Ambrosia Sarovar Portico
• Hotel Golden Tulip
• Hotel Lakshay /Hotel Classic Residency

4* Star Hotels in Haridwar
• Hotel Regenta Orkos
• Hotel Ganga Lahari
• Hotel Godwin
• Haveli Hari Ganga

5* Star hotels in Haridwar
• Hotel Radisson Blu
• Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa
• Radisson Blu Haridwar

Ans: Haridwar is a holy city and important Hindu pilgrimage site of Uttarakhand state. Here is the list of top Sightseeing Places in Haridwar. Take look them:

• Har ki Pauri: t is one of the popular Ghat in Haridwar. Large number of devotees comes here to seek blessings from Mata Ganga which is the sacred River in India. Enjoy evening Arti at har ki pauri.
• Mansa devi temple: Situated on top of Bilwa hills on the Shivalik hills. It is one of the temples among the Siddhpeeth triangle of Haridwar. You can go there by Ropeway or Trek. Maa Mansa fulfills the wishes of her devotees.
• Chandi devi temple: It is also one of the temple among the Siddhpeeth Triangle of Haridwar. It is situated on top of Neel parvat. Here Goddess Durga is worshiped in form of Mata Chandi. You can reach there by Ropeway or Trek.
• Prem Nagar Ashram: It's built in the bank of river Ganges and very beautiful.
• Patanjali Yog peeth – It is the largest and famous institute for medical research, yoga and Ayurveda in India and in the World, located in Haridwar.
• Bharat Mata Mandir: This temple is not for worship but dedicated to Patriots and freedom fighters of India , show Unity in diversity of India. It's a multistory temple located in Sapt Sarovar.
• Saptarshi temple: It is located in the bank of river Ganges and there are several rooms well maintained to stay. Once it was the meditation center of seven sages and must visit place in Haridwar.

Ans: Here is the best places to visit near Haridwar, where you can easily drive are:

• Rishikesh – 25 kms
• Dehradun – 53 kms
• Mussoorie – 85kms
• Rajaji National Park – 22 kms

Ans: Hindi is the Official language. Garhwali is the most spoken language here.

Ans: Haridwar is well connected by train, Air, Bus.

• By Air : The nearest airport is Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun. Operate flights from Major cities in India.
• By Road : Haridwar is well connected by bus from neighboring cities /states .
• By Train: Haridwar railway station is the main rail station. There are direct trains to Haridwar from major cities in India.

Ans: Advisable to wear Indian dresses like salwar, sarees, Kurti's for ladies and Gents can wear Shirts, pants, trousers, pajama. Try to avoid shorts or western dresses as it is a holy place for Pilgrims.

Recommend to carry woolen clothes in winter i.e. December to February – March and cotton clothes are suggested during the September-October months.

Ans: In Haridwar you will get Veg meals being a Hindu holy city. Here you can enjoy local dishes of both Garhwal and Kumaon region.

Ans: As souvenir or to gift someone you must take the followings;

• Old Coins
• Stone Shaligrams
• Rudraksh Mala
• Bras Puja items
• Pickles
• Kumkum
• Marble products
• Gangajal
• Sandal woods
• Spiritual and Ritual books
• Walking Sticks
• Ayurvedic Herbs

Ans: Being a religious importance place, all festivals are celebrated there. Most important is the KUMBH MELA which happens once in 12 years, Holi, Kartik Purnima, and Kanwar mela.