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2-Day Relaxing Itinerary for Virundhavan Temples, Ghat and Nature

  1. Day 1: Virundhavan Temples
    20 minutes (6.4 miles) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Start your day with a visit to the Trimbakeshwar Mahadev Temple, one of the most famous Shiva temples in the region. Afternoon: Head to the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as Neelkanth. Evening: Visit the Parmarth Niketan Ashram for the evening Ganga Aarti, a Hindu ritual of worshiping the Ganges river.

  2. Day 2: Ghat and Nature
    15 minutes (4.8 miles) from Rishikesh

    Morning: Start your day with a dip in the Ganges river at the Triveni Ghat. Afternoon: Visit the Rajaji National Park, a wildlife sanctuary home to a variety of animals including tigers, elephants and leopards. Evening: Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Neer Garh Waterfall.

Recommendations

While in Rishikesh, make sure to attend a yoga class and try some local street food. You can also take a day trip to Haridwar, another spiritual town located just an hour away. Make sure to check out the Har Ki Pauri Ghat for a traditional evening Ganga Aarti.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Trimbakeshwar Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1.5 hours, free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Rajaji National Park (4 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1500 per person
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