Visit the holy Kedarnath Temple nestled in the Himalayas. It is one of the four sacred shrines in Hinduism and is only accessible by a strenuous trek or helicopter ride. The temple is open from 6 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM.
Explore the spiritual town of Rishikesh, also known as the “Yoga Capital of the World”. Walk along the banks of the Ganges River, visit numerous ashrams, and attend the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony, a beautiful Hindu ritual of worshiping the river. The ceremony takes place at Triveni Ghat from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in the 1960s to learn Transcendental Meditation. The ashram was abandoned for years but is now open to visitors as an art and culture center. It is open from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Go on a thrilling white water rafting adventure on the Ganges River. Feel the rush of adrenaline as you navigate through the rapids and enjoy the stunning scenery of the surrounding mountains. Rafting trips are available from various tour operators and typically last 2-3 hours.
Take a day trip to Haridwar, another holy city on the banks of the Ganges River. Visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat, one of the most sacred places in Hinduism, and witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony. Explore the city's numerous temples and ashrams, such as the Chandi Devi and Mansa Devi temples.