Rishikesh Relaxation Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Parmarth Niketan Ashram
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

    Start your trip with a visit to Parmarth Niketan Ashram, a spiritual haven that offers Yoga and Meditation classes by the Ganges. You can also witness the daily Ganga Aarti ceremony where devotees pray and offer oil lamps to the river.

  2. Day 2: The Beatles Ashram
    30 minutes (6 miles) from Parmarth Niketan Ashram

    Visit the iconic Beatles Ashram, now abandoned and covered in graffiti, and immerse yourself in its serenity. The ashram was once a meditation center that hosted the Beatles and the band's guest, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Don't miss the Sound Healing sessions and the art installations inside.

  3. Day 3: Vashishta Gufa
    25 minutes (5.7 miles) from The Beatles Ashram

    Explore the Vashishta Gufa, a cave where the Hindu sage Vashishta meditated for years. The cave houses a Shivling and is said to have a positive energy that elevates the soul. Spend some time in introspection and tranquility.

  4. Day 4: Triveni Ghat
    25 minutes (5.2 miles) from Vashishta Gufa

    End your trip with a dip in the holy waters of Triveni Ghat, a confluence of three sacred rivers (Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati). The ghat is famous for its evening Ganga Aarti, where priests perform rituals with bells, chants, and fire.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1-2 hours, free)
  • The Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 150 for Indian visitors, INR 600 for foreign visitors)
  • Vashishta Gufa (1-2 hours, free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 750

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Rajaji National Park for wildlife sightings or trek to Kunjapuri Temple for scenic views. For those with less time, skip the Beatles Ashram and add a trip to Neer Garh Waterfall for a refreshing dip.

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