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Relaxing 2-Day Itinerary: Swami Shivanand Ashram and Dayananda Giri Ashram

  1. Day 1: Swami Shivanand Ashram
    15 minutes (4.5 miles) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Start your day by joining a yoga and meditation session at the ashram. Refresh your mind, body and soul with some peaceful moments while being surrounded by the scenic beauty of the ashram. The ashram also offers Ayurvedic treatments and massages for a rejuvenating experience.

    Afternoon: Enjoy a scenic hike to the nearby waterfalls. The journey is refreshing and the destination is mesmerizing. You can also try river rafting and kayaking in the Ganges river if you are feeling adventurous.

    Evening: Attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Parmarth Niketan ashram, where hundreds of devotees gather to offer prayers to the river Ganges. The ceremony is a beautiful sight to witness.

  2. Day 2: Dayananda Giri Ashram
    10 minutes (2.5 miles) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Start your day by taking a dip in the river Ganges. The ashram offers a peaceful and clean ghat for the same. After that, you can join the morning yoga and meditation session at the ashram.

    Afternoon: Visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in the 1960s to learn transcendental meditation. The abandoned ashram is now a popular tourist destination to see the graffiti art and structures.

    Evening: Enjoy a beautiful sunset view from the Triveni Ghat where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet. Witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony and the sound of the temple bells echoing in the background.

Recommendations

Visit the Rajaji National Park for a wildlife safari experience and explore the beauty of nature. You can also visit the Neer Garh Waterfall, located 6 km from Rishikesh, or enjoy the thrill of bungee jumping and zip-lining at the Jumpin Heights adventure park.

Day trips to the nearby hill stations of Mussoorie and Nainital are popular among tourists. For maximizing your fun, you can also try street food, local shopping, and exploring the cafes and restaurants in Rishikesh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Swami Shivanand Ashram (6 hours, free)
  • Dayananda Giri Ashram (6 hours, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, $5)
  • Wildlife Safari at Rajaji National Park (5 hours, $20)
  • Jumpin Heights Adventure Park (3 hours, $50)
  • Near Garh Waterfall (3 hours, $10)
  • Food and Shopping (4 hours, $30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $115
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