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2-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Rishikesh in November 2023

  1. Day 1: Neer Garh Waterfall
    20 minutes (4.7 km) from Rishikesh Bus Station

    Neer Garh Waterfall is a serene waterfall located amidst the Shivalik range. The waterfall is around 25 feet high and is accessible after a 20-minute trek. You can spend the morning enjoying the waterfall and clicking pictures. After lunch, you can head to the Laxman Jhula, an iconic suspension bridge. You can enjoy the view of the river and the surrounding hills. In the evening, you can attend the Ganga aarti ceremony where you can witness the river being worshipped.

  2. Day 2: Triveni Ghat and Beatles Ashram
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Rishikesh Bus Station

    Triveni Ghat is a holy ghat located on the banks of the river Ganga. You can attend the morning aarti ceremony which starts at around 5:30 am. After breakfast, you can visit the Beatles Ashram which was once the ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi where the Beatles stayed in 1968. The ashram is now abandoned and covered in graffiti. In the evening, you can visit the Parmarth Niketan Ashram which is known for its yoga and meditation classes.

Recommendations

In addition to the above itinerary, you can also consider visiting the Rajaji National Park which is around 18 km from Rishikesh. You can also try river rafting in the Ganges or visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple which is around 32 km from Rishikesh. If you have more time, you can also plan a trip to Haridwar which is around 20 km from Rishikesh. To maximize your fun, you can try the local street food which includes chaat, samosas, and lassi. You can also buy souvenirs from the local markets.

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