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4-Day Rishikesh Itinerary for August 2023

  1. Day 1: Ram Jhula Bridge
    Located in Tapovan, about 30 minutes (8.4 km) from Rishikesh

    Start your day with a beautiful view of the Ganges river from Ram Jhula Bridge. Visit the nearby temples and ashrams, like Gita Bhawan and Parmarth Niketan, for spiritual enlightenment. For lunch, try the local street food, such as chaat and samosas. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, where the famous band once meditated and composed songs. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan to witness the mesmerizing fire ritual.

  2. Day 2: Neer Garh Waterfall
    Located in Neer Garh Village, about 1 hour (24 km) from Rishikesh

    Start your day early and head to Neer Garh Waterfall for a refreshing dip in the cool waters. After your swim, explore the nearby Rajaji National Park for some wildlife spotting. For lunch, stop by Madras Cafe for authentic South Indian food. In the afternoon, visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the oldest temples in Rishikesh. In the evening, attend a classical music or dance performance at the Veerbhadra Temple.

  3. Day 3: Shivpuri
    Located about 45 minutes (14 km) from Rishikesh

    Start your day with an adventurous white water rafting trip on the Ganges river. After your morning excursion, have lunch at the nearby The Sitting Elephant cafe. In the afternoon, visit the Vashishta Gufa Cave, where the famous sage Vashishta meditated. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat, where three rivers converge.

  4. Day 4: Neer Bhadra Temple
    Located in Rishikesh

    Start your day with a visit to the Neer Bhadra Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. For lunch, try the local staple, chole bhature, at Chotiwala Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Neer Garh Waterfall again for a picnic lunch. In the evening, take a sunset boat ride on the Ganges river and watch the Ghats come alive with the evening Aarti.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider taking a day trip to the scenic hill station of Mussoorie. You can also participate in yoga and meditation classes at various ashrams in the city, like Sivananda Ashram and Omkarananda Ganga Sadan. To maximize your fun, try the local street food and shop for souvenirs at the Lakshman Jhula Market.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ram Jhula Bridge (3 hours, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, ₹150)
  • Ganga Aarti (1 hour, free)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (4 hours, ₹50)
  • Rajaji National Park (3 hours, ₹500)
  • Trimbakeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Veerbhadra Temple (2 hours, free)
  • White Water Rafting (5 hours, ₹1500)
  • Vashishta Gufa Cave (1 hour, free)
  • Chotiwala Restaurant (1 hour, ₹300)
  • Ganges River Boat Ride (1 hour, ₹200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹3,000

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