Same DayHaridwar Tour

Experience the profound spiritual energy of Haridwar with our same day tour from Delhi, the most popular spiritual day trip from the national capital. Situated on the banks of the sacred River Ganges at the very point where it emerges from the Himalayan foothills onto the Indo-Gangetic plains, Haridwar is one of the seven holiest cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism and the ancient gateway to the Char Dham pilgrimage of Uttarakhand. Triveni Cabs has been serving this Delhi-Haridwar route for over 7 years, with a 4.9 Google rating and over 3,000 happy pilgrims who have made this sacred journey with us.

The 230 km drive from Delhi to Haridwar via NH334 takes you through some of western UP's most historically significant towns. Departing from your Delhi hotel at 4:00-5:00 AM -- we pick up from all areas including Paharganj, Karol Bagh, Connaught Place, South Delhi, Noida, and IGI Airport -- you cross the Delhi-Meerut Expressway (one of India's newest expressways, completed in 2024), pass through the industrial town of Meerut (75 km), continue through the sugarcane fields of Muzaffarnagar (130 km), and traverse Roorkee (170 km, home to one of Asia's oldest engineering colleges, IIT Roorkee) before reaching Haridwar. The highway is well-maintained with multiple toll plazas, fuel stations, and rest areas. Our drivers make one strategic stop near Muzaffarnagar for morning chai and parathas at a roadside dhaba.

Your first stop in Haridwar is the legendary Har Ki Pauri, the most sacred ghat in the city and one of the holiest bathing spots in all of India. "Har Ki Pauri" literally means "Footsteps of God," as it is believed that Lord Vishnu left his footprint here. The ghat is maintained by the Ganga Sabha, and the waters here are remarkably clean compared to downstream stretches of the Ganges. Many pilgrims take a holy dip (snaan) in the sacred waters -- if you wish to do so, our driver can help you find a changing room facility nearby. The ghat complex extends along the river with ghats for both bathing and the famous aarti ceremony.

Next, you ascend to Mansa Devi Temple, one of the most revered Shakti Peeths in North India. Located atop Bilwa Parvat (hill), the temple is accessible via a cable car (ropeway) operated by USDMA, with tickets costing approximately Rs 130 for a round trip. The cable car ride itself offers stunning aerial views of Haridwar's temples, the Ganges flowing through the city, and the surrounding hills. Mansa Devi is the "wish-fulfilling" goddess -- devotees tie sacred threads to the temple tree and return to untie them when their wishes are granted. After Mansa Devi, many visitors also take the ropeway to Chandi Devi Temple on Neel Parvat, another important Shakti Peeth perched on a hill across the city, offering equally spectacular views.

Between temple visits, explore the ancient Maya Devi Temple, one of the original Shakti Peeths believed to be where Goddess Sati's heart and navel fell. This temple, one of the oldest in Haridwar, is located in the heart of the bazaar area and is surrounded by shops selling pooja items, rudraksha beads, and religious souvenirs. The lanes around the temple are fascinating to walk through, offering a glimpse into Haridwar's vibrant spiritual marketplace.

Lunch in Haridwar is a strictly vegetarian affair -- the city prohibits all non-vegetarian food and alcohol. The best dining options are along the main bazaar and near Har Ki Pauri. We recommend Hoshiyar Puri for its famous chole bhature and aloo puri, or Mohan Ji Puri Wale for traditional thalis. Haridwar is also known for its delicious sweets -- try the malpua and rabri from shops near Moti Bazaar. The food here is fresh, affordable, and cooked with devotion.

The highlight of any Haridwar visit is the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, held every evening at sunset (typically 6:00-7:00 PM depending on the season). Thousands of devotees gather as priests perform an elaborate fire ceremony with large brass lamps, accompanied by devotional chanting and the ringing of temple bells. The sight of floating diyas (oil lamps) on the Ganges, the fragrance of incense and camphor, and the collective spiritual energy of thousands of devotees creates a transcendent experience. Our tour is specifically timed so you arrive back at Har Ki Pauri by 4:30-5:00 PM to secure a good viewing spot before the aarti begins.

Triveni Cabs offers competitive pricing for the Delhi to Haridwar day trip: Rs 5,000 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire), Rs 7,000 for an SUV (Innova/Ertiga), and Rs 13,000 for a Tempo Traveller. All prices include NH334 toll charges, parking, fuel, and driver allowance. For those wanting to cover more ground, we also offer a combined Haridwar-Rishikesh day trip from Delhi, as well as one-way cabs to Haridwar and multi-day Char Dham pilgrimage packages. Contact us at 7668570551 to book your spiritual journey today.