Circuit · Uttarakhand
Rishikesh & Haridwar
Where the Ganga leaves the mountains — aarti, ashrams, yoga and rafting.
- Places
- 2
- Altitude
- 314–600 m
- Fly / train to
- Dehradun
- Daily spend
- about ₹2,300
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best for most places here: Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov. Each place here needs 2–4 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Haridwar
Where the Ganga leaves the mountains — Har Ki Pauri, the evening aarti, and the gateway to Char Dham.
Rishikesh
Yoga capital in the Himalayan foothills — ashrams, Ganga aarti, river rafting.
What to pack for Rishikesh & Haridwar
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Sun cap or hat
- Compact umbrella
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Comfortable walking shoes with grip
- Day pack, 20–30 litres
- Water bottles, 2 litres in total
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Extension board with surge protection
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Rishikesh & Haridwar: questions people ask
Which places are in the Rishikesh & Haridwar circuit?
The Rishikesh & Haridwar circuit in Uttarakhand covers Haridwar and Rishikesh. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Rishikesh & Haridwar?
February to April and October and November suit most places in Rishikesh & Haridwar. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Rishikesh & Haridwar?
Travel to Dehradun, then continue by road.
How much does a Rishikesh & Haridwar trip cost per day?
About ₹2,300 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Rishikesh & Haridwar, and which is the highest?
Haridwar is the easiest (easy). Rishikesh is the highest at 600 m.