Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, you can head to your hotel in Connaught Place, which is a buzzing commercial and business center in Delhi. Spend the afternoon exploring the area's historic architecture, shopping centers, and street food vendors. Visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, before returning to your hotel for dinner.
Start your day with a visit to the India Gate, a memorial to India's fallen soldiers. Next, head to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India, and then to the National Museum, which houses a vast collection of Indian artifacts and art. End your day with a visit to the Lotus Temple, a stunning Bahá'í House of Worship.
Take an early morning drive to Rishikesh, a spiritual town situated along the banks of the Ganges river. Start your day with a dip in the holy waters of Triveni Ghat, and then visit the beautiful Parmarth Niketan ashram. After lunch, visit the Lakshman Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges, and then watch the evening aarti ceremony at the Triveni Ghat.
Start your day with a visit to the Neer Garh Waterfall, a picturesque waterfall located in the outskirts of Rishikesh. After lunch, head back to the town and visit the Beatles Ashram, a former ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, which was visited by the Beatles in the 1960s. Spend your evening at the Triveni Ghat and witness the Ganga aarti ceremony, a mesmerizing experience.
If you have more time, consider visiting the Akshardham temple, Humayun's Tomb, and Chandni Chowk in Delhi, or the Rajaji National Park and the Vashishta Gufa in Rishikesh. If you have less time, skip the National Museum and the Beatles Ashram. Remember to carry sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and bottled water during your trip.