Tour Landmark
Haridwar Railway Station
Visit Haridwar Railway Station, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Saraswati Pushkaralu Yatra from Haridwar
Tour Overview
Saraswati Pushkaralu is a Hindu festival dedicated to the River Saraswati. This rare event happens once every 12 years. Devotees believe that taking dip here washes away their sins and gives them blessings.
Devotees come from many different places for Darshan. It is a very important festival for Hindus because this journey brings inner peace, positive energy, and spiritual growth.
It is believed that, Saraswati River appears at Mana village and meets the Alaknanda River. Now, Saraswati Pushkaram will be held in Mana village, near Badrinath. Mana village is also called the first village of India (Located near the Indo-Tibetan border). Visitors should definitely visit here for a holy Darshan and to explore nature with stunning views. The river becomes more sacred and special because of Guru Brihaspati (Jupitar). We offer a 4-day Saraswati Pushkar tour package, including comfortable accommodations, expert guides, pick-up and drop-off transport services and the option to customize your trip.
Note: Date of Saraswati Pushkaram festival is May 15 to 26, 2025
Tour Highlights
- Badrinath Temple: A sacred pilgrimage site with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
- Mana Village: The last village before Tibet, home to sacred sites like Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul.
- Saraswati Pushkaralu: Perform sacred rituals and take a holy dip in the Saraswati river.
- Tapt Kund: Rejuvenate in the natural thermal springs near the Badrinath temple.
- Devprayag Confluence: Witness the meeting of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers, forming the Ganges.
Tour at a Glance
Duration
04 Days / 03 Nights
Start / End
Haridwar / Haridwar
Tour Style
Private / Customisable
Stay
Selected hotel category
Meals
As per confirmed plan
Tour Type
Pilgrimage Tour
Transport
Private vehicle
Route
Haridwar → Kurukshetra → Prayagraj → Varanasi → Haridwar
Best Season
Nov-Feb Peak Mar-Apr Good May-Oct Off Season
Secure Booking
Trip Support
4.3/5 Traveller Rating
Fast Assistance
Brief Tour Program
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
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| 01 | Haridwar to Kurukshetra | Road / transfer time varies | Haridwar Railway Station, Raghunath Temple, Devprayag | Dinner | Kurukshetra |
| 02 | Kurukshetra to Prayagraj | Road / transfer time varies | Saraswati River, Vyas Gufa, Bhim Pul, Tapta Kund | Breakfast & Dinner | Prayagraj |
| 03 | Prayagraj to Varanasi | Approx. 150 km / 2.9 hrs | Badrinath Temple, Badri Narayanan, Ghantakarna Temple | Breakfast & Dinner | Varanasi |
| 04 | Varanasi to Haridwar | Approx. 900 km / 17.3 hrs | Sivananda Ashram, Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula, Gita Bhawan, Parmarth Niketan | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Haridwar/ Dehradun – Rishikesh - Pipalkoti (200kms/7 hrs)
Top Attractions Haridwar Railway Station, Raghunath Temple
Haridwar/ Dehradun – Rishikesh - Pipalkoti (200kms/7 hrs)
Top Attractions Haridwar Railway Station, Raghunath Temple
Welcome to Haridwar/ Dehradun. You are greeted and assisted on arrival at Dehradun Airport /Railway station by our representative and drive to Rishikesh for Sightseeing which covers the magnificent ashrams and famous Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula, Shivanand Ashram, Gita Bhavan, Parmarth Niketan, later drive to Pipalkoti, en-route visit Nandprayag, Karanprayag, Rudraprayag, on arrival check into hotel. Overnight stay at Pipalkoti.
Dinner Overnight in Kurukshetra
Places to Visit
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Sacred Landmark
Raghunath Temple, Devprayag
Visit Raghunath Temple, Devprayag, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Scenic Attraction
Devprayag
Visit Devprayag, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Day 2
Pipalkoti -Mana Village - Saraswati Pushkaralu- Badrinath (80 kms /4 Hrs)
Top Attractions Saraswati River, Vyas Gufa
Pipalkoti -Mana Village - Saraswati Pushkaralu- Badrinath (80 kms /4 Hrs)
Top Attractions Saraswati River, Vyas Gufa
In the morning, drive to Badrinath (Mana). Once you reach Mana village, take a holy bath in the Saraswati River, perform Pooja rituals, including Pind Daan Shradh for ancestors. Now, proceed to Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Bhim Pul in Mana village. After that, go back to Badrinath, check into a hotel, then take a dip in Tapt Kund before visiting Badrinath Temple. You have to get tickets from the counter for Maha Abhishek and Abhishek at the temple. Overnight stay in Badrinath.
Breakfast & Dinner Overnight in Prayagraj
Places to Visit
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Scenic Attraction
Saraswati River, Mana
Visit Saraswati River, Mana, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Historic Site
Vyas Gufa, Mana
Visit Vyas Gufa, Mana, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Historic Site
Ganesh Gufa, Mana
Visit Ganesh Gufa, Mana, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Bhim Pul, Mana
Visit Bhim Pul, Mana, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Scenic Attraction
Tapt Kund
Visit Tapt Kund, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Day 3
Badrinath - Srinagar (200kms/8 hrs)
Top Attractions Badrinath Temple, Badri Narayanan
Badrinath - Srinagar (200kms/8 hrs)
Top Attractions Badrinath Temple, Badri Narayanan
Next morning, go to the temple, enter through the colorful entrance, and have Darshan of Badrivishal along with Ganesh, Kubera, Garuda, Narada, Uddhav, Nar, and Narayan. Visitors will also see small temples dedicated to Laxmi Mata, Nar-Narayana, Hanuman, Ghantakarna, and Kamdhenu. You can receive ‘Charnamrit’ (holy water) inside the temple. Now, get into the vehicle and proceed to Rudraprayag. Arrive in the evening and check into the hotel for a night stay.
Breakfast & Dinner Overnight in Varanasi
Places to Visit
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Sacred Landmark
Badrinath Temple
Visit Badrinath Temple, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Badri Narayan
Visit Badri Narayan, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Sacred Landmark
Ghantakarna Temple, Badrinath
Visit Ghantakarna Temple, Badrinath, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Day 4
Srinagar – Devprayag - Haridwar - (120 kms/4 hrs)
Top Attractions Sivananda Ashram, Ram Jhula
Srinagar – Devprayag - Haridwar - (120 kms/4 hrs)
Top Attractions Sivananda Ashram, Ram Jhula
On the fourth day, drive back to Rishikesh. Visit places like Sivananda Ashram, Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Gita Bhavan, and the Parmarth Niketan. Then, go towards Haridwar. We will drop you at the Railway Station or Bus Stand. This concludes the journey, filled with joyful moments.
Breakfast Tour Ends
Places to Visit
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Popular Attraction
Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh
Visit Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Ram Jhula
Visit Ram Jhula, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Laxman Jhula
Visit Laxman Jhula, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Gita Bhawan, Rishikesh
Visit Gita Bhawan, Rishikesh, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Popular Attraction
Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh
Visit Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, a notable sightseeing stop known for its cultural, spiritual, historical or scenic importance during the journey.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
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Pick-up & Drop-off Assistance Seamless transportation to and from your designated location.
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Transport AC vehicle for the entire route with comfortable options like Sedan, SUV, Van, or Traveller.
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Sightseeing All tourist spots mentioned in the itinerary.
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Transfers Airport, railway station, or bus stand pick-up & drop.
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Driver Experienced and knowledgeable about all routes and destinations.
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Taxes & Allowances Toll taxes, parking, permits, and driver allowance included.
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Accommodation Night stay in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels.
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Meals Veg breakfast at the hotel.
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Water Bottles Packaged drinking water on board (1 bottle).
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Guided Tours Knowledgeable English-speaking guides in Agra & Jaipur.
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Airfare / Train Fare Domestic and international travel not included.
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VISA Fees Not included.
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Entry Tickets Monuments, museums, darshan, pooja, or activity charges.
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Insurance Medical and travel insurance not included.
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Meals & Drinks Anything beyond the included breakfast.
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Camera Fees Charges for still/video cameras at tourist attractions.
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Others Not Mentioned Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Special Ride Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
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GST 5% GST applicable on the total billing amount.
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Local Transport Charges Costs for tuk-tuk, auto, rickshaw, cable car, porter, etc. (Our vehicle operates only up to permitted parking/designated points; guests cover beyond that.).
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Traveller Reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Value for Money
4.3
Accommodation
4.3
Vehicle & Driver
4.3
Itinerary Quality
4.3
NR
02-06-2024
As seniors, mountain travels always make us nervous. But this 4 days yatra was managed with great patience. From Haridwar via Rishikesh up to Pipalkoti, the route was beautiful. Main motive was Saraswati Pushkaram near Mana and Badrinath darshan, both completed without hassle. Walking near Bhim Pul was thrilling. Return halt at Srinagar relaxed our tiredness. Devprayag sangam darshan on last day felt divine. Truly blessed trip.
MT
10-06-2024
Haridwar se start karke direct Pipalkoti route bohot scenic hai. Mana village me Saraswati Pushkaralu snan was divine experience, pani thanda tha par energetic feel hua. Badrinathji ke darshan fluent hue. Return me Srinagar me stay comfortably pass hua. Devprayag sangam par kuch minutes ruka, photo liya aur Haridwar drop ho gaye. Sab kuch timing par chala. Pure bliss!
VR
22-05-2024
Very satisfying yatra for Saraswati Pushkaralu. Reaching Mana village early morning was the highlight. Seeing Saraswati river emerging out of Vyas Gufa and merging at Keshav Prayag was emotional moment. Pipalkoti night stay hotel room was clean but hot water came a bit late in morning. Tempo traveller was comfortable for long mountain roads. Night stay in Srinagar was peaceful and morning Aarti in Badrinath temple was beautiful experience. Good arrangements overall.
AS
29-05-2024
Visited during Pushkaralu period with my husband. The gushing sound of Saraswati river near Mana village gives goosebumps. Cold wind was biting so carry proper heavy woollens. Badrinath temple area was vibrant. Mountain roads from Pipalkoti to Badrinath have some narrow patches, so vehicle moved slow, but surrounding peaks looked breathtaking. Hot aloo paratha at local dhaba near Rishikesh on day one set a great mood for the journey.
NR
02-06-2024
As seniors, mountain travels always make us nervous. But this 4 days yatra was managed with great patience. From Haridwar via Rishikesh up to Pipalkoti, the route was beautiful. Main motive was Saraswati Pushkaram near Mana and Badrinath darshan, both completed without hassle. Walking near Bhim Pul was thrilling. Return halt at Srinagar relaxed our tiredness. Devprayag sangam darshan on last day felt divine. Truly blessed trip.
MT
10-06-2024
Haridwar se start karke direct Pipalkoti route bohot scenic hai. Mana village me Saraswati Pushkaralu snan was divine experience, pani thanda tha par energetic feel hua. Badrinathji ke darshan fluent hue. Return me Srinagar me stay comfortably pass hua. Devprayag sangam par kuch minutes ruka, photo liya aur Haridwar drop ho gaye. Sab kuch timing par chala. Pure bliss!
VR
22-05-2024
Very satisfying yatra for Saraswati Pushkaralu. Reaching Mana village early morning was the highlight. Seeing Saraswati river emerging out of Vyas Gufa and merging at Keshav Prayag was emotional moment. Pipalkoti night stay hotel room was clean but hot water came a bit late in morning. Tempo traveller was comfortable for long mountain roads. Night stay in Srinagar was peaceful and morning Aarti in Badrinath temple was beautiful experience. Good arrangements overall.
AS
29-05-2024
Visited during Pushkaralu period with my husband. The gushing sound of Saraswati river near Mana village gives goosebumps. Cold wind was biting so carry proper heavy woollens. Badrinath temple area was vibrant. Mountain roads from Pipalkoti to Badrinath have some narrow patches, so vehicle moved slow, but surrounding peaks looked breathtaking. Hot aloo paratha at local dhaba near Rishikesh on day one set a great mood for the journey.
SM
19-05-2024
Hum baseline spiritual trip dhoond rahe the and Pushkaralu yatra fit perfectly. Pipalkoti me evening calm thi. Mana me Saraswati maiya ka roaring sound aur Keshav Prayag ka atmosphere spellbinding tha. Badrinath visual treats se bhara tha. Devprayag me Alaknanda Bhagirathi sangam dekh kar mun prashann ho gaya. Himalayan mountain climate chilly tha so thermals are must.
KD
01-06-2024
Saraswati Pushkaralu yatra family ke saath complete ki. Pipalkoti stop helpful tha, aur Mana village, Saraswati river spot aur Vyas Gufa ka experience memorable raha. Holy bath ke waqt weather kaafi chilly tha, aur long travel ki wajah se family thak gayi. Badrinath darshan aur Devprayag ka confluence beautiful tha, lekin poora schedule kaafi hectic laga aur rest ke liye time kam mila. Spiritual experience achha raha, par journey personally quite tiring thi.
MK
18-05-2024
Hum log Badrinath aur Mana village ki yatra ke liye Haridwar se nikle the. Road condition Pipalkoti tak kaafi achha tha par mountain drive thoda tiring ho jata hai. Pushkaralu dip ke waqt Mana me bohot thand thi par inner peace feeling magical tha. Badrinath dham me Darshan easily ho gaya. Local khana near Devprayag like Garhwali thali was super delicious. Thoda hotel check in slow tha Srinagar me baaki sab perfect raha.
DP
05-05-2024
Short 4 days itinerary covers key spiritual spots smoothly. Day 2 Mana village, Vyas Gufa, and Saraswati Pushkaralu holy bath was the central focus of our journey. Altitude effect was mild so hot tea at last Indian village was comforting. Badrinath temple darshan had moderate rush. Return via Srinagar and Devprayag was easy going. Food options in route were simple, fresh vegetarian dhabas.
SC
14-05-2024
Taking my aged parents for Saraswati Pushkaralu was meaningful, but the journey was more tiring than expected. The holy dip near Keshav Prayag and reaching Badrinath safely were memorable moments. However, the cold weather and traffic delays on the Srinagar–Devprayag route made the travel uncomfortable, especially for my parents. The long drive also left us quite exhausted. The pilgrimage was spiritually special, but the journey felt physically demanding.
GN
25-05-2024
Traveled solo for Saraswati Pushkaram, starting from Haridwar and driving through the Rishikesh hills towards Pipalkoti. Mana village, Bhim Pul, and the sacred snan at Saraswati River were peaceful and meaningful. Badrinath temple had a beautiful atmosphere, and the return halt at Srinagar was comfortable. My only issue was that some meal stops felt a little rushed, so finding time to sit peacefully and enjoy local food was difficult.A spiritually memorable trip, but a little more flexibility during the day would have made it better.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days are required for the Saraswati Pushkaram Yatra?
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Around 4 to 5 days is enough for the complete Darshan of Saraswati Pushkaralu Yatra.
What is the easiest way to reach Mana village?
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To visit Mana village, go to Haridwar or Rishikesh first. From there, proceed to Joshimath, which is about 250-300 kilometers away. This is the best way to reach Mana village.
Is it possible to modify the travel package after booking?
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Yes, tourists can change the itinerary or other details if they are available. Visitors should contact the tour operator directly for more information.
Why is the Saraswati Pushkaralu festival famous?
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This occasion is popular because of the Saraswati River, which is sacred in Hinduism. Many pilgrims take a holy bath in the river for blessings and cleanse their souls.
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