Haridwar travel guides
Practical guides to Haridwar, Rishikesh and the Rajaji foothills, written by the team at Amartarangini and built around real travel times from our door.
Last checked in October 2026.
Ganga aarti at Har Ki PauriWhen to arrive, where to stand and how to get back.Temples of HaridwarMansa Devi, Chandi Devi, Maya Devi, Daksheshwar and Bharat Mata.Visiting ShantikunjThe Gayatri Pariwar headquarters, 1.5 km from our door.Rajaji National Park safariZones, season, timings and what you might see.Char Dham yatra from HaridwarRoute, season, registration and how long it takes.Kanwar YatraWhat visitors should expect in the month of Shravan.How to reach HaridwarBy train, road and air, and from each to the hotel.Weather by monthTypical temperatures and the best time to visit.Rishikesh day tripWhat to see in one day, about 20 km away.1, 2 and 3 day plansReady-made itineraries built around real travel times.Festival calendarBathing days and festivals for 2026 and 2027.Kumbh 2027Snan dates and where to stay, 14 January to 20 April.
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Amartarangini is a small hotel in Haripur Kalan, at the edge of the Rajaji forest and about 9 km from Har Ki Pauri.
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