Haridwar Tour Package from Kerala
Haridwar Tour Package from Kerala: Itinerary, Flight & Train Routes and Ganga Yatra Guide
Planned and reviewed by Rohit kumar , Operations, SnazzyTrips |
Kerala is about as far from Haridwar as you can get within India. The rail route is roughly 3,400 km, and there are no non-stop flights between Kerala and Dehradun. That distance changes how the trip should be planned. A two-day Haridwar visit doesn't justify the journey, so this package gives you a full week on the Ganga: three nights in Haridwar for the temples, holy dip and rituals, and three nights in Rishikesh for Neelkanth Mahadev, the ashrams and slower river days.
Most Kerala families fly with one connection, through Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru, into Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport. For families who prefer the train, a weekly superfast express runs from Thiruvananthapuram North right through to Yog Nagari Rishikesh, stopping at Haridwar.
SnazzyTrips is a local Uttarakhand-based DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun. Our own team handles every pickup, hotel and drive. See all our Haridwar pilgrimage packages.
Key Facts: Haridwar Trip from Kerala
Everything you need before planning
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Rail distance | About 3,400 km |
| Direct train | 22659 / 22660 Thiruvananthapuram North–Yog Nagari Rishikesh Superfast, weekly |
| Train journey time | About 52–57 hours |
| Non-stop flights Kerala–Dehradun | None; one-stop via Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru |
| Flight time with connection | About 4.5–6 hours plus layover |
| Dehradun airport to Haridwar | 35–40 km, 1–1.5 hours |
| Delhi to Haridwar | About 220 km, 5–6 hours by road |
| Package | 6 Nights / 7 Days (Haridwar 3N, Rishikesh 3N) |
| Best time | October to March |
| Difficulty | Easy, suitable for seniors |
| Package price | From ₹17,999 per couple (land only) |
| Planned by | SnazzyTrips, Uttarakhand-based DMC since 2003 |
For hill stations, Char Dham and other circuits, browse our Uttarakhand tours from Kerala.
Quick Itinerary
One week on the Ganga
| Day | Plan | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive Dehradun airport (or Delhi), transfer to Haridwar, rest | Haridwar |
| Day 2 | Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi by ropeway, Maya Devi, evening Ganga Aarti | Haridwar |
| Day 3 | Early snan at Har Ki Pauri, Kankhal, pind daan or tarpan if planned | Haridwar |
| Day 4 | Bharat Mata Mandir, Shantikunj, drive to Rishikesh, Triveni Ghat aarti | Rishikesh |
| Day 5 | Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (morning), afternoon rest | Rishikesh |
| Day 6 | Ram Jhula, Vashishta Gufa, Parmarth Niketan aarti | Rishikesh |
| Day 7 | Drop at Dehradun airport (about 20 km) or Delhi | — |
How Does Each Day Look?
Day-by-day details
Haridwar vs Prayagraj: Which Ganga Pilgrimage Suits Kerala Families?
Two of India's holiest river cities, compared
| Factor | Haridwar | Prayagraj |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred waters | Ganga, fast and cold from the hills | Triveni Sangam of three rivers |
| Holy dip | From the ghat steps at Har Ki Pauri | By boat to the Sangam point |
| Evening aarti | Har Ki Pauri Ganga Aarti | Sangam and Dashashwamedh-style ghat aartis |
| Ancestral rites | Pind daan, tarpan, asthi visarjan | Asthi visarjan at the Sangam, pind daan |
| Kumbh Mela | Yes | Yes, including the Maha Kumbh |
| Setting | Himalayan foothills | Gangetic plains |
| Climate | Cooler, pleasant winters | Hotter and more humid for longer |
| Natural pairing | Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Char Dham | Varanasi, Ayodhya |
| Direct train from Kerala | Weekly 22659 via Haridwar | Check current options on IRCTC |
| Best for | A slower week by the Ganga, seniors | A multi-city Uttar Pradesh pilgrimage |
How Difficult is the Haridwar Trip?
Comfort, climate and safety
- 🚶 Walking: 2–4 km a day, mostly around ghats, temple lanes and ashram areas.
- ⛰️ Hill roads: Only the Neelkanth and Vashishta Gufa drives involve hill bends. Both are optional.
- 👥 Crowds: Heavy at the Har Ki Pauri aarti, and at Neelkanth on Mondays and during Shravan.
- 🌡️ Weather: Haridwar winters go down to around 5°C at night, and summers go above 40°C. Both extremes are well beyond Kerala's range.
- ⛓️ River safety: The Ganga is much colder and faster than Kerala's rivers. Hold the chains during the dip.
- ✔️ Suitable for: Seniors, children and first-time North India travellers. Skip Neelkanth if anyone gets car-sick.
Best Time to Visit Haridwar from Kerala
Fitting the trip around Kerala's calendar
| Season | Months | Haridwar & Rishikesh | Kerala calendar fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍂 Post-monsoon | Oct – Nov | Pleasant, clear | Pooja holidays, Mandala season start |
| ❄️ Winter | Dec – Feb | Cold, foggy mornings | Christmas holidays, travel after Sabarimala season |
| 🌸 Spring | Mar – Apr | Warm, comfortable | Vishu break, after school exams |
| ☀️ Summer | May – Jun | Very hot afternoons, crowded | Summer vacation, before Kerala monsoon |
| 🌧️ Monsoon | Jul – Sep | Rain, Kanwar crowds, road disruptions | Karkidakam and Onam, best avoided for this trip |
How to Reach Haridwar from Kerala
Flight, train and road options
✈️ By flight (recommended)
There are no non-stop flights from Kerala to Dehradun. Fly with one connection through Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru on IndiGo, Air India or Air India Express. Total travel time is usually 4.5–6 hours plus the layover.
🏙️ By flight to Delhi, then road
Fly non-stop from Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, then drive about 220 km (5–6 hours) to Haridwar. You can also take the Dehradun Shatabdi or Jan Shatabdi train from Delhi (about 4–5 hours).
🚆 By train: 22659 Thiruvananthapuram North–Yog Nagari Rishikesh Superfast
This weekly train starts from Thiruvananthapuram North (Kochuveli) and stops at Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam Jn, Thrissur, Shoranur, Kozhikode, Kannur and Kasaragod. It continues along the Konkan route and through Delhi, reaching Haridwar Junction and Yog Nagari Rishikesh about 52–57 hours later. The return 22660 is also weekly. Check current running days on IRCTC.
🚉 Via Delhi by train
The daily Kerala Express runs from Thiruvananthapuram to New Delhi, with a connecting train or road transfer from there to Haridwar. This route is long, so plan an overnight halt in Delhi.
Flight vs Weekly Train
| Factor | ✈️ One-stop flight | 🚆 22659 weekly train |
|---|---|---|
| Journey time | 4.5–6 hours + layover | About 52–57 hours |
| Frequency | Several options daily | Once a week each way |
| Kerala boarding | TRV, COK, CCJ or CNN airports | 8 Kerala stations from Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod |
| Arrives at | Dehradun, 35–40 km from Haridwar | Haridwar Junction directly |
| Fits a 6N/7D package | Easily | Only with a longer stay, because of the weekly timing |
| Best for | Most families, seniors | Large groups with long holidays, rail lovers |
Total Trip Cost from Kerala
Travel plus package, per couple
| Travel (return, per couple) | Approx. fare | + Standard (₹17,999) | + Premium (₹24,999) | + Luxury (₹34,499) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚆 22659/22660 train, Sleeper | ₹3,500–₹4,500 | ₹21,500–₹22,500 | ₹28,500–₹29,500 | ₹38,000–₹39,000 |
| 🚆 22659/22660 train, 3AC | ₹9,500–₹11,000 | ₹27,500–₹29,000 | ₹34,500–₹36,000 | ₹44,000–₹45,500 |
| 🚆✈️ Train one way (3AC) + flight back | ₹23,000–₹35,000 | ₹41,000–₹53,000 | ₹48,000–₹60,000 | ₹57,500–₹69,500 |
| ✈️ One-stop flights both ways | ₹34,000–₹60,000 | ₹52,000–₹78,000 | ₹59,000–₹85,000 | ₹68,500–₹94,500 |
All fares are approximate. Check IRCTC and the airlines for current prices. Package prices are per couple for 6N/7D.
Package vs Planning It Yourself
What changes when you book with a local team
| Factor | SnazzyTrips package | Self-planned |
|---|---|---|
| Airport pickup | ✔ Timed to your connecting flight's actual arrival | Prepaid taxi or app cab |
| Language | ✔ Our coordinator handles Hindi-speaking vendors | You manage directly |
| Hotels | ✔ Checked for distance to ghats and senior access | Booked from listings |
| Ancestral rites | ✔ Pandit arranged, tradition matched where possible | Arranged at the ghat |
| Food | ✔ South Indian-friendly options identified in advance | Found on arrival |
| Neelkanth drive | ✔ Experienced hill driver | Shared jeep or local taxi |
What is the SnazzyTrips Experience Like?
How our team looks after you
- 🏨 Stay: Haridwar hotels within walking distance of Har Ki Pauri, and Rishikesh stays close to the Ram Jhula–Triveni Ghat stretch, chosen from our 150+ verified local partners.
- 🍽️ Food: Both towns are vegetarian and alcohol-free. Breakfast is included. We point you to eateries that serve dosa, idli and South Indian thalis, though choices are more limited than at home.
- 🚗 Transport: One private vehicle with a local driver for the whole trip.
- 🤝 Support: A local coordinator on call throughout, with English communication and pandit arrangements.
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 experienced DMC in Uttarakhand, we run the ground operations ourselves, which matters most when a connecting flight is late or festival traffic closes a road.
Stay Options and Package Cost
Three comfort levels for a week by the Ganga
| Tier | Haridwar (3N) | Rishikesh (3N) | Price per couple |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Mid-range hotel near the ghats | Clean hotel near Ram Jhula | From ₹17,999 |
| Premium | Better-category hotel, river view where available | Riverside hotel | From ₹24,999 |
| Luxury | Premium riverside property | Boutique riverside resort | From ₹34,499 |
Who Should Book This Package?
Is this the right trip for your family?
- ✅ Kerala families on a first Ganga yatra: A full week, so the long journey is worth it
- ✅ Families performing tarpan or pind daan: Pandit arranged, with your family's tradition explained
- ✅ Seniors: Flat towns, ropeway temples, a rest-only arrival day
- ✅ Families who enjoy slow travel: Three nights in Rishikesh means no rushing
- ⚠️ Not ideal for: Travellers with only 3–4 days, or anyone wanting snow and mountain views as the main highlight (look at Auli or Mussoorie instead)
Getting to Haridwar from Your Part of Kerala
Best route by home district
| Home area | Nearest airport | Stop on the 22659 train | Recommended route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📍 Thiruvananthapuram | Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) | Thiruvananthapuram North (origin) | Fly TRV to DED with one stop |
| 📍 Kollam / Pathanamthitta | Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) | Kollam Jn | Fly from TRV, or board the train at Kollam |
| 📍 Alappuzha / Kottayam | Kochi (COK) | Alappuzha | Fly COK to DED with one stop |
| 📍 Ernakulam / Idukki | Kochi (COK) | Ernakulam Jn | Fly COK to DED with one stop |
| 📍 Thrissur / Palakkad | Kochi (COK) | Thrissur, Shoranur Jn | Fly from COK, or board the train at Thrissur or Shoranur |
| 📍 Kozhikode / Malappuram / Wayanad | Kozhikode (CCJ) | Kozhikode | Fly CCJ to DED with one stop |
| 📍 Kannur / Kasaragod | Kannur (CNN) | Kannur, Kasaragod | Fly from CNN or Mangaluru, or board the train at Kannur |
Flight connections and the train's stops can change. Check current schedules with the airlines and IRCTC.
Packing List
What to carry from Kerala
- Proper woollens and a jacket: Essential for October to March; Kerala winter wear isn't enough
- Thermals: For December–February
- Cotton clothing: For April–June
- Modest clothing: For temples, ashrams and rituals
- Change of clothes and a towel: For the snan
- Slip-on footwear: Plus warm socks for cold temple floors
- Moisturiser and lip balm: The dry North Indian air is a sudden change from Kerala
- Personal medicines: With prescriptions
- Original ID: For flights, hotels and ropeways
- Familiar snacks: Banana chips or similar travel well for the journey
How to Prepare for the Trip
A simple checklist before departure
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Book early | Flights, especially Christmas and Vishu dates, or the weekly train the day bookings open. |
| Two weeks before | Daily walks help seniors manage ghat steps and queues. |
| One week before | Share ritual details and family traditions, confirm food preferences, and check medicines. A doctor's check is a good idea for seniors before a winter trip. |
| Day before | Check flight connections and layover times, and save our coordinator's number. |
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Haridwar tour package from Kerala
1. How many days are needed for Haridwar from Kerala?
At least 6N/7D on the ground, as in this package. With connecting flights, that's 7–8 days in total. By train both ways, plan 12 days or more.
2. Is there a direct flight from Kerala to Haridwar?
No. Haridwar has no airport, and there are no non-stop flights from Kerala to Dehradun. Fly with one stop via Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru.
3. Is there a direct train from Kerala to Haridwar?
Yes. The weekly 22659 superfast runs from Thiruvananthapuram North to Yog Nagari Rishikesh via Haridwar, taking about 52–57 hours. The return train is 22660.
4. Which Kerala stations does the train stop at?
Thiruvananthapuram North, Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam Jn, Thrissur, Shoranur, Kozhikode, Kannur and Kasaragod. Check current stops on IRCTC.
5. What is the cost of a Haridwar tour package from Kerala?
From ₹17,999 per couple for the Standard 6N/7D land package. Premium starts at ₹24,999 and Luxury at ₹34,499. Flights or train tickets are extra.
6. Should Kerala families choose Haridwar or Prayagraj?
Haridwar suits a relaxed week with Rishikesh and the Himalayan foothills. Prayagraj suits families focused on the Triveni Sangam who want to combine it with Varanasi or Ayodhya.
7. What is the best time to visit Haridwar from Kerala?
October to March. Avoid July–August for Kanwar crowds, and pack properly warm clothes for winter.
8. Can you arrange tarpan or pind daan in Haridwar?
Yes. We arrange local pandits and can look for one who follows a ritual close to your family's tradition.
9. Is South Indian food available in Haridwar and Rishikesh?
Yes, some eateries serve dosa, idli and South Indian thalis, though options are limited. Tell us your preferences and we'll inform hotels in advance.
10. Is this trip suitable for senior citizens?
Yes. Both towns are at low altitude, ropeways cover the hill temples, Day 1 is kept for rest, and hill drives are optional.
11. Can you pick us up in Delhi?
Yes, Delhi airport or station pickup is available at extra cost. The drive to Haridwar takes 5–6 hours.
12. Are ropeway tickets included?
No, they're excluded by default but can be added to your quotation.
13. Can I add Char Dham to this trip?
Yes. Haridwar and Rishikesh are the yatra's starting points. For limited time, our Char Dham helicopter packages cover the four shrines much faster.
14. Can I change the nights between Haridwar and Rishikesh?
Yes. You can stay 4N in Haridwar and 2N in Rishikesh, or the other way around.
15. How do I book?
Share your dates, number of travellers, flight or train details and hotel preference. We'll send a customised itinerary and written quotation.
Plan Your Haridwar Trip from Kerala with SnazzyTrips
The journey from Kerala is long, so give the Ganga a full week: Haridwar for the rituals and the aarti, and Rishikesh for quieter days by the river. Plan the flights first, keep the first day for rest, and let us handle the rest. For longer stays by the river, see our Rishikesh packages.
Request your Haridwar tour package from Kerala:
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Sources
- Train schedules and fares (22659/22660, Kerala Express): IRCTC
- Haridwar and Rishikesh information: Uttarakhand Tourism
- Festival and traffic advisories: Haridwar District Administration
Travel disclaimer: Flight connections, train schedules, ropeway operations, 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.