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Sacred Ganges Tour
Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi
Rishikesh has attracted visitors and Hindu devotees from time immemorial.
Situated on the banks of the holy Ganga, today it is a bustling city known
for temples, ashrams, yoga, centers, white water rafting and of course,
the eternal Ganga.
Day 1: Delhi - Rishikesh
This morning you will be driven to Rishikesh, situated on the banks of
the Ganges. The afternoon is free to explore the city on your own.
Rishikesh, also known as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar, at the confluence
of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of
'Hrishikesh' had appeared as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya
Rishi and henceforth the place derived its name.
It is the starting point for the Char dham pilgrims but also for the
people who are interested in meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism.
For the adventure seekers, rishikesh is the suggested place for starting
their trekking expeditions to the Himalayan peaks and for rafting. Also,
International Yoga Week which attracts participation form across the world,
is held here, every year, in February on the banks of the Ganga.
Day 2 : Rishikesh - Hardwar
"Among the many pilgrimages that dot the length of the Ganga, Haridwar
ranks among the most holy in the land" Accroding to Hindu mythology
Haridwar was known as Kapilsthan.
Legend has it that the ancestors of Raja Bhagirath, were consumed by
fire at this spot following a cused of rishi Kapil. For their salvation
Raja Bhhagirath requested the ganga to descend on Earth.
Haridwar is also famous by the names of gangadwar, Mokshadwar, Tapovan
and Mayapuri. It is at Haridwar that the Ganga finaly energes into the
northern plains.
The Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh melas also take place here every 12 th &
6th year
Day 3: Haridwar - Delhi
This morning you will be driven back to Delhi.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis
with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect
introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to
the kaleidoscope - that is India.
DELHI - Free to explore city and last minute shopping. Check out in the
evening and proceed for The Dances of India Show. Have dinner then transfer
to Airport for flight home.
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