Haridwar Tour Package from Bangalore
Haridwar Tour Package from Bangalore: Itinerary, Flight Routes & Ganga Aarti Guide
Planned and reviewed by Rohit kumar , Operations, SnazzyTrips |
Bangalore is about 1,900–2,300 km from Haridwar, depending on the route, but the trip is easier than the distance suggests. Direct flights from Kempegowda International Airport land at Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport in about 3 hours, and Haridwar is about an hour's drive from there. That puts a proper Ganga pilgrimage within reach of a 5-day leave, or a long weekend plus two days off.
This guide is for Bangalore travellers planning Haridwar for the first time: families taking parents for the holy dip, working professionals fitting a pilgrimage into limited leave, and anyone who wants Har Ki Pauri's Ganga Aarti and a day in Rishikesh without spending days on trains.
SnazzyTrips is a local Uttarakhand-based DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun. We run the Uttarakhand side of your trip ourselves, with our own drivers, checked hotels and on-ground support. Browse every option on our Haridwar packages page.
Key Facts: Haridwar Trip from Bangalore
Everything important in one place
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Distance Bangalore to Haridwar | About 1,900–2,300 km depending on route |
| Fastest route | Direct flight Bangalore (BLR) to Dehradun (DED), about 3 hours |
| Airlines on direct route | IndiGo, Air India Express (check current schedule) |
| Airport to Haridwar | 35–40 km, about 1–1.5 hours by road |
| Train route | Via Delhi (Hazrat Nizamuddin / New Delhi), about 38–44 hours total |
| Ideal package length | 4 Nights / 5 Days |
| Total trip time | About 5 days by flight, 8–9 days by train |
| Best time to visit | October to March |
| Difficulty | Easy, suitable for children and senior citizens |
| Main experience | Ganga Aarti and holy dip at Har Ki Pauri |
| Package price | From ₹12,999 per couple (land only) |
| Planned by | SnazzyTrips, Uttarakhand-based DMC since 2003 |
Want more than Haridwar? See all our Uttarakhand trips from Bangalore, including Nainital, Mussoorie and Char Dham combinations.
Quick Itinerary
Your trip plan at a glance
| Day | Plan | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fly Bangalore to Dehradun, drive to Haridwar, evening Ganga Aarti | Haridwar |
| Day 2 | Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi by ropeway, Maya Devi Temple | Haridwar |
| Day 3 | Morning snan, Kankhal, Daksh Prajapati Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir, Shantikunj | Haridwar |
| Day 4 | Rishikesh day trip: Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat, evening aarti | Haridwar |
| Day 5 | Morning at the ghats, transfer to Dehradun airport, fly to Bangalore | — |
How Does Each Day Look?
Complete day-wise guide
Haridwar vs Rishikesh: Which is the Better Base for Bangalore Travellers?
Where to stay when you're flying in
| Factor | Haridwar base | Rishikesh base |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from Dehradun airport | 35–40 km | About 20 km |
| Main purpose | Pilgrimage, holy dip, rituals | Yoga, spirituality, adventure |
| Signature aarti | Har Ki Pauri (larger, more intense) | Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan (calmer) |
| Rituals (asthi visarjan, pind daan) | Main centre | Less common |
| Crowds | Busy, especially evenings | Moderate, busier on weekends |
| Adventure options | None | Rafting, bungee, camping |
| Best for | Families, seniors, first pilgrimage | Couples, young groups, working professionals |
| Food | Vegetarian, alcohol-free | Vegetarian near ghats, more café options |
If Rishikesh appeals more, look at our dedicated Rishikesh trips, which can include Haridwar as a day visit instead.
How Difficult is the Haridwar Trip?
Walking, crowds, weather and safety
- 🚶 Walking: Light to moderate, about 2–4 km a day. Vehicles are restricted near Har Ki Pauri, so you'll walk the last stretch to the ghat.
- 👥 Crowds: Heavy at the evening aarti, and much heavier on weekends, festival snan days and during Kanwar Yatra.
- 🌡️ Weather: Very different from Bangalore's mild climate. Summer afternoons go above 40°C, and winter nights drop to around 5°C.
- ⛓️ Safety at the river: The current at Har Ki Pauri is strong. Hold the safety chains during the dip, and keep children and seniors beside an adult.
- ✔️ Suitable for: Children, senior citizens, first-time North India travellers, and people with limited mobility (with a hotel close to the ghats).
Best Time to Visit Haridwar from Bangalore
Time your trip well
| Season | Months | What to expect | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍂 Autumn | Oct – Nov | Pleasant days, clear evenings, Dussehra and Diwali holidays | Families, first-timers |
| ❄️ Winter | Dec – Feb | Cold mornings and nights, occasional fog delays | Seniors who prefer cool weather, with warm clothing |
| 🌸 Spring | Mar – Apr | Warm, comfortable, fewer crowds | Working professionals, couples |
| ☀️ Summer | May – Jun | Very hot afternoons, school-holiday crowds | Families with fixed vacation dates |
| 🌧️ Monsoon | Jul – Sep | Rain, Kanwar crowds, traffic diversions | Only if dates can't change |
How to Reach Haridwar from Bangalore
Flight, train, road and travel details
✈️ By flight (recommended)
Direct flights run from Bangalore (BLR) to Dehradun (DED), operated mainly by IndiGo and Air India Express. Flight time is about 3 hours. Schedules change by season, so check current timings when booking.
🏙️ Via Delhi by flight
Fly Bangalore to Delhi, then take the Dehradun Shatabdi or Jan Shatabdi train to Haridwar (about 4–5 hours), or drive (about 220 km, 5–6 hours). This works if Delhi fares are much cheaper or direct flights are full.
🚆 By train
Take a long-distance train from Bangalore to Delhi, such as the Karnataka Express to New Delhi or the Bengaluru Rajdhani to Hazrat Nizamuddin (roughly 33–39 hours), then a connecting train to Haridwar. Direct or special trains towards Haridwar and Rishikesh run occasionally, so check IRCTC for your dates.
🚗 By road
About 2,200–2,300 km and 3–4 days of driving. Not practical for a short pilgrimage.
Train vs Flight: Which is better from Bangalore?
| Factor | ✈️ Flight (BLR–DED) | 🚆 Train (via Delhi) |
|---|---|---|
| Travel time one way | About 3 hours + 1.5 hours drive | About 38–44 hours |
| Extra leave needed | None | 3–4 extra days (both ways) |
| Cost | Higher, varies by date | Lower |
| Connections | None on direct flights | Change at Delhi |
| Best for | Working professionals, seniors, short leave | Large families, tight budgets |
| Main risk | Fare spikes in peak season | Long journey, missed connections |
Total Trip Cost from Bangalore
Flights or trains plus the package
| Travel mode (return, per couple) | Approx. travel cost | + Standard package | + Premium package | + Luxury package |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Direct flight BLR–DED | ₹18,000–₹32,000 | ₹31,000–₹45,000 | ₹37,000–₹51,000 | ₹45,000–₹59,000 |
| 🚆 Train 3AC via Delhi | ₹11,000–₹16,000 | ₹24,000–₹29,000 | ₹30,000–₹35,000 | ₹38,000–₹43,000 |
| 🚆 Train 2AC via Delhi | ₹16,000–₹23,000 | ₹29,000–₹36,000 | ₹35,000–₹42,000 | ₹43,000–₹50,000 |
All travel fares are approximate and change by date and class. Check the airline or IRCTC for current fares. Package prices are per couple, 4N/5D.
Package vs Planning It Yourself
Is a package worth it for Haridwar?
| Factor | SnazzyTrips package | Self-planned |
|---|---|---|
| Airport pickup | ✔ Timed to your flight | Prepaid taxi or app cab |
| Hotel choice | ✔ Checked for walking distance to the ghats | Based on online listings |
| Rishikesh trip | ✔ Private vehicle | Shared auto, bus or taxi |
| Rituals | ✔ Pandit arranged in advance | Negotiated at the ghat |
| Language | ✔ Local team handles Hindi-speaking vendors | You manage directly |
| Flight delays | ✔ Plan adjusted by our team | You rearrange it yourself |
What is the SnazzyTrips Experience Like?
Stay, food, transport and support
- 🏨 Stay: Hotels chosen by walking distance to Har Ki Pauri, from our network of 150+ verified local partners.
- 🍽️ Food: Haridwar is vegetarian and alcohol-free. Breakfast is included. South Indian food is available at some eateries but options are limited, so we suggest places that serve it for families who want familiar meals.
- 🚗 Transport: A private vehicle with a local driver for airport transfers, sightseeing and the Rishikesh day trip.
- 🤝 Support: A local coordinator on call throughout the trip, with help in English and Hindi, 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. As an established DMC in Uttarakhand, we handle ground arrangements ourselves instead of passing them on, which matters when a flight is delayed or a road is diverted for a festival.
Stay Options and Package Cost
Choose your comfort level
| Package tier | Stay type | Price (per couple, 4N/5D) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Clean mid-range hotel near the ghats | From ₹12,999 |
| Premium | Better-category hotel, river or garden view where available | From ₹18,999 |
| Luxury | Premium riverside property, upgraded rooms and dining | From ₹26,999 |
Who Should Book This Package?
Check if this trip fits your group
- ✅ Bangalore families with parents: Easy terrain, ropeway temple access, ghat-side hotels
- ✅ Working professionals with limited leave: The direct flight makes a 5-day pilgrimage possible
- ✅ Families performing rituals: Asthi visarjan, pind daan and pujas arranged with local pandits
- ✅ First-time North India travellers: Local coordinator and language support
- ⚠️ Not ideal for: Snow, mountain views or trekking as the main goal. Consider Auli, Mussoorie or a Kumaon hill trip instead.
Ganga Aarti and Ropeway Timings
Plan your evenings and temple visits
| Activity | ☀️ Summer (Apr–Sep) | ❄️ Winter (Oct–Mar) |
|---|---|---|
| 🪔 Har Ki Pauri evening Ganga Aarti | Around 6:45–7:15 PM | Around 5:30–6:15 PM |
| 🌅 Har Ki Pauri morning aarti | Around 5:00–5:30 AM | Around 5:30–6:30 AM |
| ⏰ Recommended arrival for evening aarti | 45–60 minutes before | 45–60 minutes before |
| 🚡 Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi ropeways | Early morning to evening | Early morning to evening |
All timings are approximate and follow sunrise and sunset. Ropeway hours can change for maintenance or weather. Confirm locally on the day.
Packing List
Things to take on the trip
- Warm layers: Essential from November to February, more than you'd need in Bangalore
- Cotton clothing and a cap: For May–June heat
- Modest clothing: Covered shoulders and knees for temples and ashrams
- Extra clothes and a quick-dry towel: For the holy dip
- Slip-on footwear: Shoes come off at most temples and ghats
- Personal medicines: With prescriptions, especially for seniors
- Original ID proof: For flights, hotels and sometimes ropeways
- Waterproof pouch: For phone and cash at the ghats
- Small bottle for Ganga jal: Check your airline's liquid rules for cabin bags
- Familiar snacks: Helpful for seniors who prefer South Indian food
How to Prepare for the Haridwar Trip
Simple preparation for families and seniors
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Two weeks before | Short daily walks help seniors manage ghat steps, temple lanes and queues. |
| One week before | Confirm medicines, carry extra doses, and check with a doctor for anyone with heart, BP or sugar conditions, especially before winter or summer visits. |
| For rituals | Share ceremony details (asthi visarjan, pind daan, Narayan Bali) in advance so we can arrange a pandit and the right ghat timing. |
| Day before departure | Web check-in, keep printed tickets and hotel confirmation, and save our coordinator's number. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions about the Haridwar tour package from Bangalore
1. How many days do I need for a Haridwar trip from Bangalore?
4 nights / 5 days is ideal by flight. By train via Delhi, plan 8–9 days in total.
2. Is there a direct flight from Bangalore to Haridwar?
No, Haridwar has no airport. Direct flights run from Bangalore to Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport, about 35–40 km from Haridwar.
3. How long is the flight from Bangalore to Dehradun?
About 3 hours on a direct flight. The drive from the airport to Haridwar takes another 1–1.5 hours.
4. Is there a direct train from Bangalore to Haridwar?
Regular trains go via Delhi, taking about 38–44 hours in total. Occasional direct or special trains run towards Haridwar and Rishikesh, so check IRCTC for your dates.
5. What is the cost of a Haridwar tour package from Bangalore?
From ₹12,999 per couple for the Standard 4N/5D land package. With flights, a couple should budget roughly ₹31,000–₹45,000 in total.
6. Is it better to fly or take the train from Bangalore?
Flying is better for most travellers, since it saves 3–4 days. The train only makes sense for large families on a tight budget.
7. Which is better, Haridwar or Rishikesh?
Haridwar is better for pilgrimage and rituals, and Rishikesh for yoga, cafés and adventure. Most families stay in Haridwar and visit Rishikesh as a day trip.
8. What is the best time to visit Haridwar from Bangalore?
October to March. Avoid May–June if you're not used to heat, and July–August for fewer crowds.
9. What time is the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri?
Every evening around sunset, roughly 6:45–7:15 PM in summer and 5:30–6:15 PM in winter. Arrive 45–60 minutes early.
10. Is Haridwar suitable for senior citizens?
Yes. It's on the plains, ropeways cover the hill temples, and ghat-side hotels reduce walking.
11. Will language be a problem for Bangalore travellers?
Not with a package. Our local coordinator handles conversations with drivers, hotels and pandits for you.
12. Is South Indian food available in Haridwar?
Some eateries serve South Indian dishes, but choices are limited. All food in Haridwar is vegetarian.
13. Can you arrange asthi visarjan in Haridwar?
Yes. We connect you with local pandits for asthi visarjan, pind daan and other rituals.
14. Are flights included in the package?
No. The package covers Uttarakhand ground arrangements, and we plan pickup around your flight timing.
15. Can I extend the trip to Char Dham or Kedarnath?
Yes. Haridwar is the traditional starting point, and you can add our Char Dham Yatra tours to the same trip.
16. How do I book?
Share your dates, number of travellers, flight details and preferred hotel category. We'll send a customised itinerary and written quotation.
Plan Your Haridwar Trip from Bangalore with SnazzyTrips
With a direct flight to Dehradun, Haridwar is closer to Bangalore than most people think. Book the morning flight, stay near the ghats, keep the days unhurried, and leave time for both aartis, at Har Ki Pauri and in Rishikesh.
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Sources
- Train schedules and fares: IRCTC
- Haridwar destination information: Uttarakhand Tourism
- Festival and traffic advisories: Haridwar District Administration
Travel disclaimer: Flight schedules, train timings, 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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