Haridwar Tour Package from Surat
Haridwar Tour Package from Surat: Itinerary, Travel Routes & Ganga Aarti Guide
Planned and reviewed by Govind Bisht, Operations, SnazzyTrips | Last updated: 28 October 2026
For Surat families, Haridwar is one of the easiest pilgrimages in North India to reach. The daily Bandra–Haridwar Express (19019) leaves Surat before dawn and pulls into Haridwar Junction early the next morning. That means no airport transfers, no change of trains in Delhi, and a full first day at the ghats. The return train (19020) leaves Haridwar after lunch every day, so your last morning can still include a Ganga snan at Har Ki Pauri.
This 4N/5D package is designed around those two train timings. You spend your first two days in Haridwar for the Ganga Aarti, Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi and the Kankhal temples, then move to Rishikesh for a night by the river and a morning drive to Neelkanth Mahadev. The last night is back in Haridwar, a short walk from the station. Every hotel is in a pure-vegetarian area, which suits most Surti and Jain families.
SnazzyTrips is a local Uttarakhand-based DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun. For other durations and starting points, see all our Haridwar tour packages.
📋 Key Facts: Haridwar Trip from Surat
Everything at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 Nights / 5 Days |
| Starting price | ₹16,499 per couple (Standard) |
| Night split | Haridwar 2, Rishikesh 1, Haridwar 1 |
| Main train from Surat | 19019 Bandra–Haridwar Express, daily |
| Surat departure | About 4:45 AM |
| Haridwar arrival | About 7:45 AM next day (around 27 hours) |
| Return train | 19020 Haridwar–Bandra Express, daily, about 1:30 PM |
| Other direct trains | 12911 Valsad–Haridwar SF (Tue), 22917 Bandra–Haridwar SF (Wed) |
| Nearest airport | Jolly Grant, Dehradun (about 40 km from Haridwar) |
| Haridwar to Rishikesh | About 25 km, 45 minutes to 1 hour |
| Rishikesh to Neelkanth Mahadev | About 32 km by road, 1–1.5 hours |
| Not included | Train or flight tickets from Surat |
🗓️ Quick Itinerary
Five days, start to finish
| Day | Plan | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive ~7:45 AM; rest; Mansa Devi by ropeway; Har Ki Pauri evening aarti | Haridwar |
| 2 | Chandi Devi; Kankhal (Daksh Mahadev); Bharat Mata Mandir; Shantikunj | Haridwar |
| 3 | Move to Rishikesh; Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Beatles Ashram; evening aarti | Rishikesh |
| 4 | Neelkanth Mahadev morning; return to Haridwar; free evening | Haridwar |
| 5 | Morning Ganga snan; drop at Haridwar Jn for 19020 at ~1:30 PM | – |
🧭 How Does Each Day Look?
Logistics and key stops
⚖️ Haridwar vs Varanasi: Which Should Surat Travellers Choose?
Two great Ganga pilgrimages compared
| Factor | Haridwar | Varanasi |
|---|---|---|
| Direct train from Surat | Yes, daily (19019) | Some trains on set days |
| Main aarti | Har Ki Pauri, with floating diyas | Dashashwamedh Ghat, with priests on platforms |
| Main temples | Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi, Daksh Mahadev | Kashi Vishwanath, Sankat Mochan |
| Nearby add-on | Rishikesh, Neelkanth, Mussoorie | Sarnath |
| Crowds | Busy at aarti, calmer otherwise | Busy throughout the old city |
| Setting | Foothills of the Himalaya | Plains city on the Ganga |
| Best for | Families, seniors, first-time pilgrims | Experienced pilgrims, culture lovers |
| Trip length | 4–5 days | 3–4 days |
🚶 How Difficult is the Haridwar Trip?
An honest look at effort
- Walking: Flat ghat walks; short distances in temple complexes.
- Terrain: Paved ghats and steps; ropeways for both hilltop temples.
- Altitude: Haridwar is in the plains at about 300 m, so there are no altitude concerns.
- Crowds: Very busy at the evening aarti, on weekends and on festival bathing days.
- Weather: Hot in May–June; cold, foggy mornings in December–January.
- Safety: Keep children close at Har Ki Pauri; the river current is strong. Use the ghat chains while bathing.
- Suitable for: Families, seniors, children and first-time pilgrims.
🌤️ Best Time to Visit Haridwar from Surat
Timing your trip
| Season | Months | Conditions | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | Oct – Nov | Pleasant, clear evenings | Diwali holidays, families |
| Winter | Dec – Feb | Cold mornings, occasional fog | Calm darshan, seniors with warm wear |
| Spring | Mar – Apr | Warm, comfortable | Short breaks |
| Summer | May – Jun | Hot, 38°C+ days | Early morning and evening plans only |
| Monsoon | Jul – Aug | Rain, Kanwar Yatra crowds | Avoid unless joining Kanwar |
| Early autumn | Sep | Humid, rain easing | Off-season deals |
🚆 How to Reach Haridwar from Surat
Train, flight and alternatives
🚆 By Train
- 19019 Bandra–Haridwar Express: Daily; Surat around 4:45 AM, Haridwar around 7:45 AM next day. Return 19020 leaves Haridwar daily around 1:30 PM.
- 12911 Valsad–Haridwar SF Express: Tuesdays; Surat around 4:10 PM, Haridwar around 2:30 PM on Wednesday. Return 12912 leaves Haridwar on Wednesday around 5:20 PM.
- 22917 Bandra–Haridwar SF Express: Wednesdays from Bandra, stopping at Surat in the afternoon; Haridwar on Thursday afternoon.
- 22659 Superfast to Yog Nagari Rishikesh: Saturday evenings from Surat; stops at Haridwar on Sunday.
✈️ By Flight
Surat airport has no non-stop flight to Dehradun. One-stop flights via Delhi take about 4–7 hours. Jolly Grant Airport is about 40 km from Haridwar; our driver will pick you up.
🚗 By Road
Surat to Haridwar is roughly 1,250 km, or 20+ hours by road. It isn’t practical for most families; take the train.
For more time by the river after Haridwar, see our Rishikesh tour packages.
🚆 Train vs Flight from Surat
| Factor | 19019 Train | Flight via Delhi |
|---|---|---|
| Journey time | About 27 hours | About 4–7 hours plus transfer |
| Frequency | Daily | Daily one-stop options |
| Approx. one-way fare per person | Sleeper ₹575–650; 3AC ₹1,500–1,700 | ₹5,700–10,000 |
| Arrival point | Haridwar Jn (in town) | Jolly Grant, Dehradun (40 km away) |
| Luggage and food | Generous; carry home food | Airline limits |
| Best for | Families, seniors, budget | Short leave |
All fares approximate; check IRCTC and airline websites.
💰 Total Trip Cost from Surat
What two people actually spend
| Travel Mode (2 people, return) | Package Tier | Approx. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeper (₹2,300–2,600) | Standard ₹16,499 | ₹18,800–19,100 |
| 3AC (₹6,000–6,800) | Standard ₹16,499 | ₹22,500–23,300 |
| 2AC (₹8,800–9,600) | Premium ₹23,499 | ₹32,300–33,100 |
| Flight via Delhi (₹23,000–40,000) | Standard ₹16,499 | ₹39,500–56,500 |
| 2AC (₹8,800–9,600) | Luxury ₹33,999 | ₹42,800–43,600 |
Approximate; check IRCTC and airline fares. Excludes ropeway tickets, puja offerings and personal expenses.
🤝 Package vs Planning It Yourself
Is a package worth it?
| Factor | SnazzyTrips Package | Do It Yourself |
|---|---|---|
| Station pickup at 7:45 AM | ✔ Driver waiting | Find an auto with luggage |
| Early check-in | ✔ Requested in advance | Usually not possible |
| Aarti viewing | ✔ Less crowded spots suggested | Find a place yourself |
| Rishikesh and Neelkanth | ✔ Private car | Shared jeeps or negotiated taxis |
| Vegetarian/Jain food | ✔ Requests shared with hotels | Ask at every meal |
| Support | ✔ 24x7 phone line | None |
⭐ What is the SnazzyTrips Experience Like?
On the ground
- Stay: Clean, checked hotels in Haridwar and Rishikesh, close to the ghats.
- Food: Breakfast and dinner daily, pure vegetarian. Jain meals on request; many local restaurants serve Gujarati-style thalis.
- Transport: One private car (sedan, SUV or Tempo Traveller for groups) for all transfers and sightseeing.
- Support: Our Dehradun team tracks your train on arrival day and is on call throughout.
SnazzyTrips is a Leading Uttarakhand DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun, 50+ destinations, 150+ verified local partners and 20,000+ families hosted. Our average rating is 4.6/5 from verified traveller reviews.
🏨 Stay Options and Package Cost
Three tiers
| Tier | Price (per couple) | Stay Type |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | ₹16,499 | Mid-range hotels near the ghats |
| Premium | ₹23,499 | Ganga-facing rooms where available; better-rated hotels |
| Luxury | ₹33,999 | Boutique riverside properties, candlelight dinner included |
👨👩👧 Who Should Book This Package?
Good fit and not ideal
- Surat families planning a first Ganga pilgrimage
- Seniors who want a direct train and a gentle pace
- Vegetarian and Jain families who want food sorted in advance
- Couples looking for a short spiritual break with a Rishikesh night
- Groups from the same community or society (Tempo Traveller available)
- ⚠️ Not ideal for: travellers wanting snow or mountain trekking, those who dislike crowds, or anyone with only 2–3 days in total.
🪔 Har Ki Pauri and Temple Timings
Plan your darshan
| Place | What Happens | Approx. Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Har Ki Pauri – morning aarti | Ganga Aarti at sunrise | Around 5:30–6:30 AM (varies by season) |
| Har Ki Pauri – evening aarti | Main aarti with floating diyas | Around 5:30–7:00 PM (around sunset) |
| Mansa Devi ropeway | Cable car to the hilltop temple | Daytime, roughly 8 AM – 7 PM |
| Chandi Devi ropeway | Cable car to Neel Parvat temple | Daytime, roughly 8 AM – 6 PM |
| Daksh Mahadev, Kankhal | Ancient Shiva temple | Morning and evening darshan |
| Triveni Ghat aarti, Rishikesh | Evening aarti | Around sunset |
All timings approximate and change by season and on festival days; check locally.
🎒 Packing List
What to bring from Surat
- Comfortable cotton clothes, plus a shawl or light jacket (warm layers in Dec–Feb)
- Modest clothes for temple visits
- Easy slip-on footwear for temples and ghats
- A change of clothes and small towel for Ganga snan
- A waterproof pouch for phones and cash at the ghats
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap
- Personal medicines and motion-sickness tablets for the Neelkanth drive
- Home-made snacks such as thepla and khakhra for the 27-hour train
- Aadhaar or another government ID
📝 How to Prepare for the Haridwar Trip
Before you leave Surat
- Train bookings: Book the 19019 and 19020 together as soon as the reservation window opens.
- Festival check: See whether your dates fall on a major snan day, Kanwar Yatra or a Kumbh bathing period; crowds and road restrictions increase sharply.
- Health: Carry regular medicines; Haridwar is in the plains, so altitude is not a concern.
- Ganga snan: Bathe only at designated ghats with chains, and keep children close.
- Pujas: Tell us in advance if you want a family puja or pind daan arranged with a local priest.
- Lakshman Jhula: The old bridge in Rishikesh has been closed for safety; check current status before planning a walk there.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Surat travellers
1. How much does a Haridwar tour package from Surat cost?
The SnazzyTrips package starts at ₹16,499 per couple for 4N/5D (Standard tier). Premium is ₹23,499 and Luxury is ₹33,999 per couple; train tickets are extra.
2. How many days are needed for Haridwar from Surat?
The package is 4N/5D on the ground. With about a day on the train each way, plan 7 days in total.
3. What is the best time to visit Haridwar from Surat?
October to March is the most comfortable. Avoid May–June heat and the July–August monsoon and Kanwar Yatra crowds.
4. How do I reach Haridwar from Surat?
Take the daily 19019 Bandra–Haridwar Express from Surat, which reaches Haridwar around 7:45 AM the next day. Weekly direct trains run on Tuesday and Wednesday too.
5. Is there a direct train from Surat to Haridwar?
Yes. The 19019 Bandra–Haridwar Express runs daily, and the 12911 Valsad–Haridwar SF (Tuesday) and 22917 Bandra–Haridwar SF (Wednesday) also stop at Surat.
6. Which is the nearest airport to Haridwar?
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, about 40 km away. There’s no non-stop flight from Surat; one-stop options go via Delhi.
7. Which is the nearest railway station?
Haridwar Junction, in the town itself, about 2 km from Har Ki Pauri.
8. Should Surat travellers choose Haridwar or Varanasi?
Haridwar is easier for a first pilgrimage, with a daily direct train and Rishikesh nearby. Varanasi suits travellers who want the Dashashwamedh aarti and Kashi Vishwanath.
9. What time is the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri?
The evening aarti is held around sunset, roughly 5:30–7 PM depending on the season. There is also a morning aarti around sunrise.
10. Is the package suitable for seniors and children?
Yes. Walking is light and mostly flat, and ropeways take you up to Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi.
11. Is Jain or Gujarati food available?
Yes. Haridwar and Rishikesh are pure-vegetarian towns, Jain meals are available on request, and many restaurants serve Gujarati-style thalis.
12. What is included in the package?
Four nights’ stay, breakfast and dinner, a private car for all transfers and sightseeing, and the Neelkanth Mahadev trip. Train tickets, ropeway tickets and puja offerings are not included.
13. Can I customise the package?
Yes. We can add Mussoorie, extend Rishikesh or include a family puja. For snow, ask about our Auli tour packages.
14. Can I add Jim Corbett after Haridwar?
Yes, Corbett is about 4–5 hours by road from Haridwar; see our Jim Corbett tour packages for a combined plan.
15. Is Lakshman Jhula open?
The old Lakshman Jhula bridge has been closed for safety. Check its current status before you travel; Ram Jhula is the usual alternative.
16. How do I book the Haridwar package from Surat?
Call +91 79834 29120 or email care@snazzytrips.in with your train dates and group size. We confirm hotels and the itinerary before payment.
📚 Sources
Official references
- IRCTC (train schedules and booking): https://www.irctc.co.in/
- Uttarakhand Tourism (destination information): https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/
- Haridwar District Administration (local and festival advisories): https://haridwar.nic.in/
📞 Plan Your Trip with SnazzyTrips
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Tell us your 19019 date (or other train), your return date, group size and any Jain or puja requirements. We’ll arrange your station pickup, hotels and sightseeing, and send a confirmed itinerary.
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⚠️ Travel Disclaimer and Cancellation Policy
Please read before booking
Travel disclaimer: Train timings, ropeway operations, aarti timings, bridge access in Rishikesh and festival-day traffic restrictions can change at short notice. SnazzyTrips may change the itinerary for safety reasons. Darshan and aarti viewing positions cannot be guaranteed on crowded days. Fares shown are approximate.
Cancellation: 30+ days before travel: 90% refund | 15–29 days: 50% refund | 7–14 days: 25% refund | Under 7 days: no refund.