Haridwar Tour Package from Ahmedabad
Haridwar Tour Package from Ahmedabad: Itinerary, Yoga Express Route & Ganga Snan Guide
Planned and reviewed by Rohit kumar , Operations, SnazzyTrips
Gujarat has one of the easiest connections to Haridwar anywhere in India. The daily Yoga Express leaves Sabarmati in the late morning and reaches Haridwar Junction around the same time the next day. For families who'd rather fly, IndiGo runs direct flights from Ahmedabad to Dehradun in under two hours.
That makes a full Ganga pilgrimage practical in a single week: three nights in Haridwar for Har Ki Pauri, the temples and rituals, and two nights in Rishikesh for the riverside ashrams and Neelkanth Mahadev. The itinerary below is timed around the Yoga Express in both directions, so you aren't paying for hotel nights you can't use.
SnazzyTrips is a local Uttarakhand-based DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun. Our own team handles pickups, hotels and drivers on the ground. Compare all our Haridwar trip packages here.
Key Facts: Haridwar Trip from Ahmedabad
The essentials at a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Rail distance | About 1,200 km |
| Direct train | Yoga Express 19031 / 19032, daily |
| Train boarding point | Sabarmati (SBIB), with a stop at Gandhinagar Capital (check your ticket) |
| Train journey time | About 24 hours |
| Direct flight | Ahmedabad (AMD) to Dehradun (DED), IndiGo, about 1.5–2 hours |
| Dehradun airport to Haridwar | 35–40 km, 1–1.5 hours |
| Package length | 5 Nights / 6 Days (Haridwar 3N + Rishikesh 2N) |
| Total trip time | About 8 days by train, 6 days by flight |
| Best time | October to March |
| Difficulty | Easy, suitable for seniors and children |
| Package price | From ₹15,499 per couple (land only) |
| Planned by | SnazzyTrips, Uttarakhand-based DMC since 2003 |
For hill stations, Char Dham and other Uttarakhand trips, see our Uttarakhand holiday packages from Ahmedabad.
Quick Itinerary
Six days, two Ganga towns
| Day | Plan | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive Haridwar (Yoga Express late morning, or fly to Dehradun), evening Ganga Aarti | Haridwar |
| Day 2 | Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi by ropeway, Maya Devi Temple | Haridwar |
| Day 3 | Early Ganga snan, Kankhal, Daksh Prajapati Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir | Haridwar |
| Day 4 | Drive to Rishikesh, Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat aarti | Rishikesh |
| Day 5 | Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Parmarth Niketan, riverside ashrams | Rishikesh |
| Day 6 | Drop at Yog Nagari Rishikesh / Haridwar station or Dehradun airport | — |
How Does Each Day Look?
Day-by-day plan
Haridwar vs Varanasi: Which Ganga Pilgrimage Suits Ahmedabad Families?
The two great Ganga cities, compared
| Factor | Haridwar | Varanasi |
|---|---|---|
| Ganga here | Fast, cold, clear water as the river leaves the hills | Wide, slow-moving river on the plains |
| Signature aarti | Har Ki Pauri, diyas floated on the current | Dashashwamedh Ghat, often watched from a boat |
| Main temple | Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi, Maya Devi (Shakti Peeth) | Kashi Vishwanath (Jyotirlinga) |
| Rituals | Asthi visarjan, pind daan, Narayan Bali | Asthi visarjan, pind daan, last rites |
| Train from Ahmedabad | Daily direct Yoga Express | Check current direct options on IRCTC |
| Nearby add-on | Rishikesh, Neelkanth, Mussoorie, Char Dham | Sarnath, Prayagraj |
| City feel | Compact, walkable around the ghats | Dense old lanes, very crowded |
| Climate | Cooler, hills nearby | Hotter, more humid |
| Best for | Families, seniors, first pilgrimage | Experienced pilgrims, Jyotirlinga yatris |
How Easy is the Haridwar and Rishikesh Trip?
Walking, weather, river safety
- 🚶 Walking: 2–4 km a day. Vehicles are restricted near Har Ki Pauri and parts of Rishikesh's ashram area, so some walking can't be avoided.
- ⛰️ Hill road: The Neelkanth drive is about 1–1.5 hours each way, with sharp bends.
- 👥 Crowds: Heaviest at evening aartis, on weekends, snan festivals and during Kanwar Yatra.
- 🌡️ Weather: Similar to Ahmedabad in summer, but much colder in winter, with near-freezing mornings in December–January.
- ⛓️ River safety: The Ganga at Haridwar is fast and cold. Use the chains at the ghats and never let children go in alone.
- ✔️ Suitable for: Seniors, children, first-time pilgrims. Skip Neelkanth if anyone gets car-sick easily.
Best Time to Visit Haridwar from Ahmedabad
Matching the trip to Gujarat's holidays
| Season | Months | Conditions | Gujarat fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍂 Post-monsoon | Oct – Nov | Pleasant, clear skies | Diwali vacation, the most popular window |
| ❄️ Winter | Dec – Feb | Cold, foggy mornings, possible train delays | Christmas break, Uttarayan long weekend |
| 🌸 Spring | Mar – Apr | Warm and comfortable, lighter crowds | Ideal after school exams |
| ☀️ Summer | May – Jun | Hot, busy with school holidays | Summer vacation, start early each day |
| 🌧️ Monsoon | Jul – Sep | Rain, Kanwar crowds, road diversions | Avoid if possible |
How to Reach Haridwar from Ahmedabad
Train, flight and road options
🚆 By train: Yoga Express
The 19031 Yoga Express runs daily, departing from Sabarmati in the late morning (with a stop at Gandhinagar Capital) and reaching Haridwar Junction the next morning. The return 19032 departs in the afternoon. The train runs to Yog Nagari Rishikesh, so confirm your exact boarding station when booking. Classes include Sleeper, 3AC, 2AC and First AC.
✈️ By flight
IndiGo operates direct flights from Ahmedabad to Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport, taking about 1.5–2 hours. The number of flights per week changes by season, so check current schedules. Haridwar is 35–40 km from the airport.
🏙️ Via Delhi
Fly or take a train to Delhi, then the Dehradun Shatabdi or Jan Shatabdi to Haridwar (about 4–5 hours). This is useful when the direct train and flights are full.
🚗 By road
About 1,100–1,250 km via Rajasthan and Delhi, taking roughly 20–22 hours of driving. Only practical as a multi-day road trip.
Yoga Express vs Direct Flight
| Factor | 🚆 Yoga Express | ✈️ Direct flight |
|---|---|---|
| Journey time | About 24 hours | About 1.5–2 hours + 1.5 hours drive |
| Frequency | Daily | Limited flights per week |
| Drops you at | Haridwar or Rishikesh directly | Dehradun, 35–40 km away |
| Cost per person | Lower | Higher, varies by date |
| Extra days needed | About 2 (both ways) | None |
| Best for | Families with time, groups, budget trips | Short leave, seniors who can't do long trains |
Total Trip Cost from Ahmedabad
Travel plus package, per couple
| Travel (return, per couple) | Approx. fare | + Standard (₹15,499) | + Premium (₹21,999) | + Luxury (₹29,999) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚆 Yoga Express Sleeper | ₹2,200–₹2,800 | ₹17,700–₹18,300 | ₹24,200–₹24,800 | ₹32,200–₹32,800 |
| 🚆 Yoga Express 3AC | ₹6,000–₹7,500 | ₹21,500–₹23,000 | ₹28,000–₹29,500 | ₹36,000–₹37,500 |
| 🚆 Yoga Express 2AC | ₹8,500–₹10,500 | ₹24,000–₹26,000 | ₹30,500–₹32,500 | ₹38,500–₹40,500 |
| ✈️ Direct flight AMD–DED | ₹18,000–₹34,000 | ₹33,500–₹49,500 | ₹40,000–₹56,000 | ₹48,000–₹64,000 |
Fares are approximate. Check IRCTC and the airline for current prices. Package prices are per couple for 5N/6D.
Package vs Planning It Yourself
What a package changes
| Factor | SnazzyTrips package | Self-planned |
|---|---|---|
| Station/airport pickup | ✔ Timed to the live train or flight | Autos and taxis at the station |
| Haridwar to Rishikesh shift | ✔ Private vehicle with luggage | Shared transport or a booked cab |
| Neelkanth drive | ✔ Experienced hill driver | Local jeeps or taxis |
| Hotels | ✔ Checked for location and access | Booked from listings |
| Rituals | ✔ Pandit and ghat arranged | Arranged on the spot |
| Food needs | ✔ Jain/Gujarati preferences shared with hotels | Found on arrival |
What is the SnazzyTrips Experience Like?
How the ground side works
- 🏨 Stay: Haridwar hotels within walking distance of Har Ki Pauri, and Rishikesh stays close to the Ram Jhula–Triveni Ghat stretch, from our network of 150+ verified local partners.
- 🍽️ Food: Both towns are vegetarian and alcohol-free. Breakfast is included. Gujarati thalis are available at some eateries, and we pass Jain or no-onion-garlic requests to hotels in advance.
- 🚗 Transport: A private vehicle with a local driver for all transfers, the Haridwar–Rishikesh move and Neelkanth.
- 🤝 Support: A local coordinator on call throughout, plus pandit arrangements for rituals.
SnazzyTrips has hosted 20,000+ families across 50+ Uttarakhand destinations since 2003, with a 4.6/5 average rating from verified traveller reviews. Working as a local DMC in Uttarakhand, we run arrangements with our own team, which matters on days when trains are late or festival traffic diverts the roads.
Stay Options and Package Cost
Three comfort levels
| Tier | Haridwar (3N) | Rishikesh (2N) | Price per couple |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Mid-range hotel near the ghats | Clean guesthouse-style hotel near Ram Jhula | From ₹15,499 |
| Premium | Better-category hotel, river view where available | Riverside hotel or ashram-style retreat | From ₹21,999 |
| Luxury | Premium riverside property | Boutique riverside resort | From ₹29,999 |
Who Should Book This Package?
Is this the right trip for you?
- ✅ Gujarati families with elderly parents: Daily direct train, easy temples, ghat-side hotels
- ✅ Families with Jain or specific food needs: Requests passed to hotels in advance
- ✅ Families performing rituals: Pandit and ghat timing arranged before arrival
- ✅ Diwali and summer vacation travellers: Fits a one-week break
- ⚠️ Not ideal for: Snow or mountain views as the main goal. Consider Auli, Mussoorie or Nainital instead, or add Mussoorie as an extension.
Haridwar Rituals Guide
Where and when the main rituals happen
| Ritual | Usual place | Best time | What to arrange |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌊 Ganga snan (holy dip) | Har Ki Pauri | Early morning | Change of clothes, towel |
| 🏺 Asthi visarjan | Har Ki Pauri / Kankhal ghats | Morning | Asthi urn, family details for the pandit |
| 🙏 Pind daan | Kankhal / Narayani Shila | Morning | Pandit booked in advance |
| 🕉️ Narayan Bali | Kankhal / Kushavarta Ghat | As advised by the pandit | Full-day ritual, plan a free day |
| 🪔 Ganga Aarti attendance | Har Ki Pauri | Around sunset | Arrive 45–60 minutes early |
| 🕯️ Deep daan | Har Ki Pauri | During or after aarti | Leaf-boat diyas sold at the ghat |
This is general guidance only. Exact places, timings and procedures depend on the family pandit and tradition. Confirm with the pandit we arrange.
Packing List
What to carry
- Woollens and thermals: Essential November to February
- Light cotton clothing: For April to June
- Modest clothing: Covered shoulders and knees for temples and ashrams
- Change of clothes and quick-dry towel: For the snan
- Slip-on footwear: For temples and ghats
- Motion sickness tablets: For the Neelkanth hill road
- Personal medicines: With prescriptions
- Original ID: For trains, flights and hotels
- Dry snacks (thepla, khakhra): Handy on the 24-hour train journey
- Empty bottle for Ganga jal: Pack in checked baggage if flying
How to Prepare for the Trip
A simple checklist before departure
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Three weeks before | Book Yoga Express tickets (or flights) and send us the PNR so hotels can be matched to your arrival. |
| Two weeks before | Short daily walks help seniors manage ghat steps and temple queues. |
| One week before | Share any ritual details and family panda information, confirm food preferences, and check medicines. |
| Day before | Check the train's running status, confirm your boarding station (Sabarmati or Gandhinagar Capital), and save our coordinator's number. |
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Haridwar tour package from Ahmedabad
1. How many days are needed for Haridwar from Ahmedabad?
5N/6D covers Haridwar and Rishikesh comfortably. By train, plan about 8 days in total including the journey.
2. Is there a direct train from Ahmedabad to Haridwar?
Yes. The daily Yoga Express (19031) runs from Sabarmati to Haridwar in about 24 hours. The return train is 19032.
3. Which station does the Yoga Express leave from?
It departs from Sabarmati (SBIB), not Ahmedabad Junction, and also stops at Gandhinagar Capital. Check the boarding station on your ticket.
4. Is there a direct flight from Ahmedabad to Haridwar?
No, Haridwar has no airport. IndiGo flies direct from Ahmedabad to Dehradun in about 1.5–2 hours, and Haridwar is 35–40 km from the airport.
5. What is the cost of a Haridwar tour package from Ahmedabad?
From ₹15,499 per couple for the Standard 5N/6D land package. Premium starts at ₹21,999 and Luxury at ₹29,999. Train or flight tickets are extra.
6. Which is better for a Ganga pilgrimage, Haridwar or Varanasi?
Haridwar is easier from Ahmedabad thanks to the daily Yoga Express, and it combines well with Rishikesh. Varanasi suits pilgrims focused on Kashi Vishwanath and the Dashashwamedh aarti.
7. What is the best time to visit Haridwar from Ahmedabad?
October to March, with Diwali vacation the most popular window. Avoid July–August for Kanwar Yatra crowds.
8. Is Jain food available in Haridwar?
Haridwar is fully vegetarian, and Jain or no-onion-garlic meals can be arranged at many hotels with advance notice.
9. Is this package suitable for senior citizens?
Yes. Both towns are at low altitude, ropeways cover the hill temples, and hotels are chosen for easy access. Neelkanth can be skipped if needed.
10. Can you arrange asthi visarjan and pind daan?
Yes. We arrange local pandits and the right ghat timing in advance.
11. Can I contact my family panda in Haridwar?
Yes. Share your family's panda details and we'll help you get in touch before arrival.
12. Are ropeway tickets included?
No, they're excluded by default but can be added to your quotation.
13. Can I customise the itinerary?
Yes. You can change the nights, skip Neelkanth, add Mussoorie, or stay only in Haridwar.
14. Can I add Kedarnath or Char Dham after Haridwar?
Yes. Haridwar and Rishikesh are the starting points for the yatra. See our Kedarnath yatra packages to plan an extension.
15. How do I book?
Share your dates, number of travellers, train PNR or flight details, and hotel preference. We'll send a customised itinerary and written quotation.
Plan Your Haridwar Trip from Ahmedabad with SnazzyTrips
With a daily direct train and direct flights, Haridwar is one of the most accessible pilgrimages for Gujarat families. Book the Yoga Express early, stay close to the ghats, and give Rishikesh two unhurried days. If you'd like more time by the river, our Rishikesh holiday packages offer longer stays.
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Sources
- Yoga Express schedules and fares: IRCTC
- Haridwar and Rishikesh information: Uttarakhand Tourism
- Festival and traffic advisories: Haridwar District Administration
Travel disclaimer: Train and flight schedules, ropeway operations, aarti timings, festival restrictions and hotel availability can change. Confirm current arrangements before departure. Inclusions, prices, payment terms and cancellation conditions are governed by your written quotation and booking confirmation. Cancellation: 30+ days before travel, 90% refund; 15–29 days, 50%; 7–14 days, 25%; under 7 days, no refund.
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