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3-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Rishikesh in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Triveni Ghat
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Rishikesh Bus Stand

    Start your morning with a dip in the holy waters of Triveni Ghat. Watch the sunrise, meditate, and attend the morning aarti ceremony. Afternoon, head to Lakshman Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges. Walk across the bridge and enjoy the views of the river and surrounding mountains. In the evening, visit Parmarth Niketan Ashram and witness the grand Ganga aarti ceremony.

  2. Day 2: Neer Garh Waterfall
    1 hour (10 miles) from Triveni Ghat

    Head to Neer Garh Waterfall, a scenic waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Take a dip in the cool waters, and enjoy the natural beauty. Afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram. Explore the abandoned buildings covered in graffiti and murals. In the evening, attend the Ganga aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat.

  3. Day 3: Rajaji National Park
    1 hour 30 minutes (32 miles) from Neer Garh Waterfall

    Take a day trip to Rajaji National Park, a wildlife reserve home to tigers, elephants, and many other species. Go on a safari, explore the park, and enjoy the natural beauty. Afternoon, return to Rishikesh and visit the Swarg Ashram, a peaceful ashram by the Ganges. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat for the last time.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Vashishta Gufa, a peaceful cave where sage Vashishta meditated, or the Kunjapuri Temple, a scenic temple with panoramic views of the Himalayas. For day trips, you can visit Haridwar, another holy city, or Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand. To maximize your fun, consider trying white water rafting, bungee jumping, or zip-lining.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Triveni Ghat (2 hours, free)
  • Lakshman Jhula (2 hours, free)
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (3 hours, Rs. 50 for entry fee)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, Rs. 150 for entry fee)
  • Rajaji National Park (6 hours, Rs. 150 for entry fee and Rs. 500 for safari)
  • Swarg Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 850

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