Budget-Friendly Rishikesh: Yoga, Adventure, and Sacred Ghats

Start your journey in Rishikesh with riverside yoga, explore historic ashrams around Ram Jhula, browse local market stalls, and experience the evening Ganga Aarti.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Outdoor

   Sunrise Yoga at the Banks of Ganges

   06:00 – 07:30

   Begin the morning with a guided yoga session along the shore of the Ganges River.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chotiwala Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a traditional Indian breakfast at this classic Rishikesh dining spot near Swarg Ashram.

3. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Parmarth Niketan for Morning Meditation

   09:15 – 10:30

   Participate in quiet morning meditation in the gardens of Parmarth Niketan ashram.

   • entryFree
4. 10:45|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Leisure Walk Across Ram Jhula

   10:45 – 11:30

   Cross the famous suspension bridge over the Ganges while observing local life and views of the river.

   • entryFree
5. 11:35|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Gita Bhawan

   11:35 – 12:30

   Walk through the historic Gita Bhawan complex containing wall paintings and sacred texts.

   • entryFree
6. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Little Buddha Cafe

   12:45 – 14:00

   Dine on affordable vegetarian dishes while overlooking the Ganges River.

7. 14:30|16:30
   

   Shopping

   Laxman Jhula Markets

   14:30 – 16:30

   Browse budget-friendly stalls selling handicrafts, clothing, prayer beads, and spices.

8. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Ganga Aarti Ceremony at Parmarth Niketan

   17:30 – 19:00

   Attend the devotional evening ceremony of light, music, and prayer on the river ghats.

   • entryFree
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Sitting Elephant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Have a relaxed evening meal with rooftop views of the surrounding hills.

Trek up to mountain temples and waterfalls before visiting Beatles Ashram and concluding the day with quiet reflection on the beach.

1. 05:00|07:30
   

   Outdoor

   Hike to Kunjapuri Temple

   05:00 – 07:30

   Trek up to Kunjapuri Devi Temple for early sunrise views across the Himalayan foothills.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Bistro Nirvana

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with fresh juices, pancakes, and traditional breakfast options.

3. 09:30|12:00
   

   Outdoor

   Hiking to Neer Garh Waterfall

   09:30 – 12:00

   Follow a trail through forest terrain to reach the cascading pools of Neer Garh Waterfall.

4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Freedom Cafe

   12:30 – 14:00

   Enjoy light meals and cold beverages in a casual riverside setting.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Beatles Ashram

   14:15 – 16:00

   Walk through the ruins of Chaurasi Kutia where the Beatles stayed in 1968, admiring the graffiti art and meditation domes.

   • entryINR 600
6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Relaxation by the Ganges at Swarg Ashram

   16:15 – 17:30

   Sit along the riverbank near Swarg Ashram to watch the river flow and unwind.

7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Meditation at Sivananda Ashram

   17:45 – 19:00

   Join an evening meditation session conducted at Sivananda Ashram.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Beatles Cafe

   19:30 – 20:30

   Sample healthy vegan and vegetarian dishes while listening to background music.

9. 20:45|21:30
   

   Outdoor

   Relaxing Evening at Ganga Beach

   20:45 – 21:30

   End the evening with a quiet stroll on the sandy riverbanks of Ganga Beach.

Experience white water rafting down the Ganges, visit historic downtown temples, shop in central markets, and witness the main city aarti.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Outdoor

   Sunrise Meditation at Rishikund

   06:00 – 07:30

   Spend quiet time meditating by the ancient pond of Rishikund in central Rishikesh.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Devraj Coffee Corner

   08:00 – 09:00

   Order coffee and light breakfast items near the suspension bridge.

3. 09:30|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   White Water Rafting Adventure

   09:30 – 12:30

   Navigate rapids on the Ganges River with an experienced river guide.

4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Pyramid Cafe

   13:00 – 14:15

   Eat local home-style cooked food in a relaxed garden atmosphere.

5. 14:30|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Trimbakeshwar Temple Visit

   14:30 – 15:45

   Explore the multi-story temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva near Laxman Jhula.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Rishikesh Market

   16:00 – 17:30

   Browse central Rishikesh bazaar for local textiles, snacks, and everyday goods at local prices.

7. 17:45|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Triveni Ghat

   17:45 – 18:30

   Walk around the confluence point of sacred rivers prior to the evening ceremony.

   • entryFree
8. 18:30|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Triveni Ghat Aarti

   18:30 – 19:15

   Watch priests perform prayers with large oil lamps along the grand steps of Triveni Ghat.

   • entryUSD 10
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Rajasthani Sweets Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy an affordable thali dinner and local Indian sweets in the main city center.