Kumbh Mela Haridwar, 2010
Duration: 6 Nights/7 Days
Destination covered: - Haridwar, Rishikesh & Devaprayag 

Package Tour Cost Minimum for Two paying pax

      Tour package cost minimum for Two paying clients                          = INR 19500/- Per Person

      Validity                 :               Rates valid upto April 2010

     Above Package Cost Includes:   

• All accommodation in Hotels or Similar with daily Breakfast basis
• Arrival & Departure transfers at Delhi &  Uttranchal by Indica
• Train tickets (Delhi – Haridwar - Delhi)
• Assistance on all arrival and departures at airports.
• .All currently applicable Taxes (i.e. 2.575 % Government Service Tax )

    Above package cost Excludes

• Any Meals except breakfast in Hotel.
• Any international flight Visa and Visa Fees.
• On Free time and free day car and drive not be provided.
• Any items of personal nature like mineral water, camera charges, tips, laundry, telephone charges etc.
• Any items other than mentioned in "Cost includes" column.
• Extra cost incurred for accommodation, meals, transportation, portage etc due to landslide, snowfall, political unrest, natural calamities or any unforeseen circumstances like sickness, doctor on call, medical, hospitalization charges.
• Local English Speaking Guide during any sightseeing places.
• All entrances as per itinerary (where applicable).   

   Please Note:

·          Mentioned package tour costs are only for applicable for this package tour/dates and minimum for two paying clients only.

·          CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT TIME AT 1200 NOON ALL THE HOTELS. 

·          All mentioned distances and KM depend on driver speed and road conditions.

   About:

   HARIDWAR

Haridwar is the gateway to the four pilgrimages of Uttarakhand. It's also your starting point on the journey to the sacred sources
 of the Ganga and the Yamuna Rivers. This holy city is home to some of the Most sacred Hindu rituals. Round the year, devotees
 from all over the country flock here in their thousands to perform "Poojas" or prayers. Renowned for the "Maha Kumbh Mela"
which appears Every 12 years and the enchanting "Aarti" at "Har Ki Pauri" which captives the beholder with hundreds of burning
 wick lamps floating down the Ganga, this town has been distinguished for centuries in the Indian society. 

    Maha Kumbh Mela 2010 - January 14 to April 28, 2010 

   Kumbha Mela
  The largest religious gathering in the world! According to astrologers, the 'Kumbh Fair' takes place when the planet Jupiter enters Aquarius and the Sun enters Aries. Kumbha (Kumbha means pot) Mela (means fair) is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage 

The Kumbh Mela is huge gathering of Sadhus and Gurus from all over India & abroad. They come in Millions from all the corners for this common goal.

  RISHIKESH 

24 Kms. from Hardwar. Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, and is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides
with Holy Ganga flowing through it. The whole place is considered to be sacred as it is believed that meditation at this place
 leads to attainment of salvation. There are many temples-some ancient, some new along the river Ganges. Rishikesh is
 important not only as pilgrimage centre closely associated with the Ramayana, but also as home for many important centres
of Hindu religious thought and spirituality, and as a very great Yoga Centre.

   ATTRACTIONS:

   Bharat Mandir:
It is an engrossing temple established by Adiguru Shankaracharya near in the 8th century AD. It is in the center of the old town on the Banks of the River Ganges. According to the ancient records, it is one of the oldest temples of Rishikesh and is among the most important places to visit in Rishikesh. In the inner sanctum, you will find an idol of lord Vishnu. Several old statues, coins, pots and other artifacts of historical importance have been found during recent excavations within the premises.

  Rishikund:
It is located adjacent to Triveni Ghat and is one of the most significant among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh. According to the legend, this pond was saturated by Goddess Yamuna and it mirrors the temple of Ragunath, which is devoted to lord Rama and his wife.

  Triveni Ghat:
It is a sacred spot where the pilgrims swarm to for a holy dip. A large number of pilgrims throng in to this place every evening to attend the Ganga Arti that takes place at this Ghat.

  Geeta Bhawan:
This is the oldest temple complex in the entire area and you can find the description of well-known Indian epic Ramayana and Mahabharata on its walls. Only peace and harmony seem to dwell at this place and it is must visit among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh.

  Lakshman Jhula:
It is one of the most prominent landmarks at Rishikesh. This is a suspended bridge and was built in the year 1929. According to the beliefs, the river at this place is said to have been crossed by Rama’s brother Lakshman using a jute rope. To savor the panoramic views of the surroundings and the cool breeze, this bridge is an ideal spot.

  DEVPRAYAG

 Devprayag is situated in Uttarakhand. This is the point where, the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers conjoin to form River Ganga.   Devprayag is considered to be on one of the holies places of pilgrimage for the Hindus.

 ATTRACTIONS: 

Raghunathji Temple: It is one of the oldest temple of lord Rama in India as It is more then 10,000 years old. The temple is made
up of rocks slightly above the confluence of holy Alaknana and Bhagirathi rivers. The Special aarti of temple is sung on
special occasions and even a non believer of god rhymes to its tune. The temple is dedicated to lord Rama & many devotees
 visit this place every year. The shrine of Rama was shattered by an earthquake in 1803 but was subsequently repaired by
Daulat Rao Scindia. According to Myths and Legends, The shrine is dedicated to lord Rama, when he came back to Ayodhya
after his victory over Lanka. The temple compound also hosts Annapurna Devi temple, Hanuman temple, Shankaracharya.

 Chandrabadni: The deity of the divine Chandrabadani Temple is Goddess Sati, The consort of Lord Shiva. According to myths and Legends the torso of Goddess Sati was accidentally felt here when lord Shiva was carring her. The temple holds great religious importance amongst the people of Uttarakhand. The temple is situated 22 Kms from Devprayag. There are some ancient statues and numerous iron trishuls outside the temple and the splendid panoramic vistas of the Himalayan range can be seen from here.

  Dashrathshila: This is the place where Raja Dashratha, Father of lord Rama performed penance. There is small water here
named after Raja Dashrath’s daughter, Shanta. The seat of Dashrath is one a small hillock called Dashrathachal Peak

 New Tehri: It is the only planned town of Uttrakhand State made during the construction of the Tehri dam. Every month thousands
 of tourists visit Tehri to see the stagnant water of the massive Tehri Dam. The Dam is amidst high mountains many of which
are submerged under water. New Tehri Dam is very well connected with motorable roads. It is situated 66 Kms from Devprayag

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