Saraswati Pushkaralu Yatra from Haridwar 2025
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The Saraswati Pushkaralu is a significant Hindu festival held every 12 years, dedicated to the Saraswati River.
- Holy Bathing Rituals: Take a sacred dip in the Saraswati River during the Saraswati Pushkaralu to cleanse your soul and purify your sins.
- Pujas & Rituals: Perform ancestral rites (Pitru Tarpan) and other spiritual rituals at sacred locations like Brahma Kapal and Mana Village.
- Sacred Temples:Visit Badrinath Temple, Joshimath (Narasimha Temple), and Vyas Gufa.
- Natural Beauty:Experience the stunning Himalayan vistas while visiting spiritual towns like Rishikesh, Pipalkoti, and Devprayag.
- Cultural & Spiritual Significance:Connect deeply with the divine energies of the Saraswati River and Goddess Saraswati, who is revered for wisdom and knowledge.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 :Haridwar/Dehradun – Rishikesh – Pipalkoti (200 km / 7 hrs)
- Arrival: Meet and greet at Dehradun Railway Station or Haridwar.
- Rishikesh: Visit famous ashrams and temples like Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Shivanand Ashram, and Pramarth Niketan.
- Drive to Pipalkoti: En-route, visit Nandprayag, Karnaprayag, and Rudraprayag.
- Overnight: Stay at Pipalkoti.
Day 2 :Pipalkoti – Mana Village – Saraswati Pushkaralu – Badrinath (80 km / 4 hrs)
- En-route: Visit Joshimath and Vishnuprayag.
- Mana Village: Perform rituals and take a holy dip in the Saraswati River during Saraswati Pushkaralu.
- Visit: Explore Vyas Gufa, Bhim Pul, and Ganesh Gufa at Mana Village.
- Badrinath Temple: Evening Darshan of Badrinath Temple.
- Overnight: Stay at Badrinath.
Day 3 :Badrinath – Srinagar (200 km / 8 hrs)
- Morning: Holy dip in Tapt Kund and visit the Badrinath Temple for Darshan.
- Pind Daan: Perform ancestral rites at Brahma Kapal.
- Drive to Srinagar: Head to Srinagar for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Stay at Srinagar.
Day 4 :Srinagar – Devprayag – Haridwar (120 km / 4 hrs)
- Devprayag: Visit the confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda.
- Return to Haridwar: Drive back to Haridwar or Dehradun.
- Departure: End of tour with drop at Dehradun Railway Station or Airport.
Package Includes
- Accommodation on double-sharing basis in selected hotels.
- Air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing (AC will be operational between Delhi/Rishikesh and Haridwar/Delhi).
- Daily vegetarian meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
- Local guide for sightseeing in Rishikesh (Minimum 6 members required).
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
- All-inclusive: Fuel, driver allowance, parking, toll tax, and state taxes.
- Hotel taxes and transportation taxes.
Package Excludes
- Personal expenses like tips, porters, laundry, telephone charges, camera fees, etc.
- Travel insurance.
- Any delays or charges due to unforeseen natural events (e.g., landslides, floods).
- Charges for train, helicopter, auto-rickshaw, ropeway, and other optional services (like Doli or pony rides).
- GST (5%) applicable on the total billing.
- Rikshaw, auto, or tuk-tuk charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.What meals are included in the package?
Ans.The package includes vegetarian breakfast and dinner at the hotel.
Q.Is the transport air-conditioned?
Ans.Yes, all transfers are in an air-conditioned vehicle. The air conditioning will be operational between Delhi/Rishikesh and Haridwar/Delhi.
Q.Is a guide included for sightseeing?
Ans.Yes, a local guide will be provided for sightseeing in Rishikesh, for groups of 6 members or more.
Q.Are there any additional charges not covered in the package?
Ans.Yes, charges for personal expenses, optional services like pony rides, helicopter rides, or auto-rickshaw fares are not included.
Q.Is there any refund if some sightseeing is canceled?
Ans.No, if due to unforeseen circumstances like weather or roadblocks, sightseeing is canceled, no refund will be provided.
Tour Description
Duration | 4 Days / 3 Nights |
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Destinations | Haridwar/Dehradun → Rishikesh → Pipalkoti → Mana Village → Saraswati Pushkaralu → Badrinath → Srinagar → Devprayag → HaridwarView More |
Tour Price | ₹ 10,500 /- |