The Gharwal region of Uttarakhand is the home of nature and adventure lovers, spiritual travelers, and even adventure seekers, hiding within the laps of the Himalayas. This is a perfect combination of calmness and excitement with serene rivers and lush valleys, snow-capped mountains, and ancient temples. This 4 day tour is meant to get you in the natural Gharwal beauty, rich culture and spiritual heritage and maintain the pace as exciting and memorable. So book your packages from Chetram Holidays today
Your trip starts with Haridwar, one of the most sacred towns in India, where there comes the Ganges, flowing calmly through the valley, with the hills and the busy markets. Arriving there, enter your hotel, have a shower and be ready to discover the spiritual side of the city. Start with the Mansa Devi Temple, standing on a hillock on a scenic cable car ride. The views of the river and the spectacular panorama of the city are stunning. Then, go to Chandi Devi Temple where one can have a short trek or a ride on a ropeway, which provides adventure and spiritual atmosphere.
In the evening, watch the enthralling Ganga Aarti at the Har Ki Pauri which is a ritual of devotion, music and light. The river is covered with thousands of lamps, the air is overwhelmed with chants and prayers, and the atmosphere is really magical. Then explore local bazaars and taste local street food like kachoris, jalebis, chai and absorb the local culture. Go enjoy yourself and retire to your hotel with a feeling of peace and anticipation of the upcoming days.
The yoga capital of the world and an adventure hub Rishikesh can be easily reached by a short drive out of Haridwar. Start by going to the famous Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula which are suspension bridges across the Ganges, which not only offer beautiful scenery but also vibrant local markets. Take part in meditation or the short yoga practice in one of the riverside ashrams so as to accept the spiritual feel of the town. White-water rafting of the Ganges is something that must be done by the adventure lovers. Go through rapids, between cliffs and thick forests, and experience an adrenaline rush. Raft afterwards and have lunch on the banks of the river in a small cafe, and enjoy the view. Afterwards, go to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, which is located in the forest and feel the calmness and spiritual charge of nature. Close the day with the evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, which is a relaxing ending to the excitement of the day, and then you can get back to your hotel.
Visit Mussoorie, the popular hill station where one can see a panoramic view of Himalayas. Afterwards, go into your hotel and start exploring the city with a walk along Mall Road, which is full of shops, cafes, and perspectives. Go to the Gun Hill which is accessible by a cable car to see the spectacular scenes of the Doon Valley and the mountain ranges at a distance. Camel Back Road and Kempty Falls are good spots where nature lovers can take walks, enjoy photography as well as relax. The falling waterfalls and greenery around is ideal to have a mid-day picnic or even a break. In the evening, have your dinner watching the hills, and maybe go on a brief evening stroll and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Mussoorie and then retire to bed.
On the last day, having breakfast, you may go to visit some of the last sites in Mussoorie, like Lal Tibba which is the highest point of the town and you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas, or visit the Company garden to have a peaceful morning walk. You can continue your trip to Haridwar or Dehradun and onwards with the memories of the picturesque landscapes, spiritual experiences, and adventure.
