Morning: Start your day with a 6.5km trek to the Vaishnodevi Temple, a famous Hindu pilgrimage site. The trek is challenging but will be a spiritual experience, and the stunning view on the way will be worth it. You can also take a helicopter ride to the temple if you wish.
Afternoon: Visit the Ardh Kuwari Cave, one of the stops on the way to the Vaishnodevi Temple. The cave is believed to be where Mata Vaishnavi meditated for nine months, and it's a unique experience to be inside.
Evening: Stop by the Bhairo Temple, another Hindu temple near the Vaishnodevi Temple. It's located on the other end of the mountain, and the trek is a bit more challenging, but the view of the sunset from the temple will be worth the effort.
Morning: Start your day visiting the Beatles Ashram, an abandoned ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, where the Beatles meditated in 1968. The place is full of graffiti and art, making it a paradise for photographers.
Afternoon: Have lunch at the Glasshouse on the Ganges and enjoy the scenic view of the river. After lunch, visit Lakshman Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges River, where you can enjoy the view of the river.
Evening: Attend the Ganga Aarti at the Triveni Ghat, a sacred ghat in Rishikesh. The ritual signifies the worship of the Ganges River and is a beautiful and unique experience to witness.
Morning: Start your day with an early morning yoga session, as Rishikesh is known as the Yoga Capital of the World, and there are many ashrams that offer yoga classes.
Afternoon: Go river rafting on the Ganges River. The rafting route is full of rapids and has beautiful scenic views.
Evening: Visit the Neer Garh Waterfall, a beautiful waterfall accessible through a 2km trek. The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery, and the sound of the waterfall will be therapeutic.
If you have an extra day, you can visit Haridwar, located 20km from Rishikesh, and visit the Har Ki Pauri Ghat, a famous ghat known for its evening aarti. Another option is to visit Dehradun, located 44km from Rishikesh, where you can visit the Robber's Cave or the Mindrolling Monastery. Don't forget to carry comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a hat for the trek and water activities. Also, carry a light jacket for the evenings as it can get chilly.
If you're planning to extend your trip, you can visit Agra, located 447km from Rishikesh, and visit the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You can book your flights and hotels using this link.