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5-Day Itinerary for Rishikesh in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Local Heritage
    20 minutes (7.8 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    Start your Rishikesh tour by exploring the local heritage. Visit Rajaji National Park, which is home to a vast array of wildlife. Next, visit the Beatles Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in 1968 and composed their famous album, 'The White Album.' Finally, head to Triveni Ghat, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet.

  2. Day 2: Adventure Day
    15 minutes (6.2 km) from Triveni Ghat

    Get ready for a day full of adventure! Start with a morning hike to the Neer Garh Waterfall. Afternoon, head to Shivpuri, where you can indulge in white water rafting in the Ganges river. Cap off your day with bungee jumping at Jumpin Heights.

  3. Day 3: Yoga and Spirituality
    10 minutes (4.5 km) from Jumpin Heights

    Start your day with a Yoga class at Parmarth Niketan, which is one of the largest ashrams in Rishikesh. Afternoon, visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple and attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Parmarth Ghat. Finally, take a dip in the holy Ganges river.

  4. Day 4: Explore the Cuisine
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from Parmarth Niketan

    Start your day with a breakfast of local dishes at the Chotiwala Restaurant. Afterward, head to the Rishikesh Local Market, where you can indulge in local street food. Afternoon, visit the 60's Cafe and taste their famous wood-fired pizza. Finally, end your day with a dinner cruise on the Ganges river.

  5. Day 5: Art and Crafts
    20 minutes (9.6 km) from 60's Cafe

    Explore the art and crafts of Rishikesh on your last day. Start with a visit to the Rishikesh Art and Craft Centre, where you can buy handcrafted items like paintings, sculptures, and jewelry. Afternoon, visit the Beatles Music Cafe and enjoy music performances and open mic sessions. Finally, visit the Lakshman Jhula Market, where you can find clothes, souvenirs and more.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to attend the International Yoga Festival in March. If you're a wildlife enthusiast, visit the Chilla Range of Rajaji National Park. Take a side trip to Haridwar, which is just 20 km from Rishikesh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rajaji National Park (3-4 hours, INR 500)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall Hike (3-4 hours, INR 200)
  • White Water Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 1500)
  • Bungee Jumping (2 hours, INR 3500)
  • Yoga Class (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Trimbakeshwar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Ganga Aarti Ceremony (1 hour, free)
  • 60's Cafe (1-2 hours, INR 500)
  • Dinner Cruise on Ganges river (2-3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Rishikesh Art and Craft Centre (1 hour, free)
  • Beatles Music Cafe (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Lakshman Jhula Market (1-2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 10,100
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