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Rishikesh travel guide

The best time to go, 7 places worth your time, what to eat, and where to stay in Rishikesh.

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Places to visit in Rishikesh

  1. 1

    Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat

    Lamps on the river at dusk.

    Temples & spiritual · best in the evening

  2. 2

    River rafting from Shivpuri

    16 km of rapids with a certified operator.

    Adventure · best in the morning

  3. 3

    Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula area

    Ashrams, bridges and cafes.

    Temples & spiritual · Local food

  4. 4

    The Beatles Ashram

    Murals in the forest ruins.

    Heritage & culture · Nature & views

  5. 5

    Neer Garh waterfall

    A short forest walk to the pools.

    Nature & views · Adventure · best in the morning

  6. 6

    Parmarth Niketan

    Morning yoga and the evening aarti.

    Temples & spiritual · Relaxation

  7. 7

    Kunjapuri temple

    Sunrise over the snow peaks.

    Temples & spiritual · Nature & views · best in the morning

A 4-day Rishikesh itinerary

An easy plan for a first visit. The trip planner makes one for your own dates, pace and interests, with a quotation.

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Rishikesh

    Morning
    Travel to Rishikesh. Aim to reach by lunch.
    Afternoon
    Check in at your stay (usually from 1–2 PM), have lunch and rest after the journey.
    Evening
    Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat: lamps on the river at dusk.

  2. Day 2: River rafting from Shivpuri and Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula area

    Morning
    River rafting from Shivpuri: 16 km of rapids with a certified operator.
    Afternoon
    Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula area: ashrams, bridges and cafes.
    Evening
    The Beatles Ashram: murals in the forest ruins.

  3. Day 3: Neer Garh waterfall and Parmarth Niketan

    Morning
    Neer Garh waterfall: a short forest walk to the pools.
    Afternoon
    Parmarth Niketan: morning yoga and the evening aarti.
    Evening
    Kunjapuri temple: sunrise over the snow peaks.

  4. Day 4: Last morning and departure

    Morning
    A slow breakfast and a last walk around the neighbourhood.
    Afternoon
    Pack and check out (usually by 11 AM). Pick up anything you want to take home.
    Evening
    Travel home.
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Stays in Rishikesh

Questions travellers ask

What is the best time to visit Rishikesh?
September to April; rafting until June.
How many days are enough for Rishikesh?
3 to 4 nights are comfortable for the main places, with an easy first and last day.
What are the top places to visit in Rishikesh?
Start with Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat, River rafting from Shivpuri, Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula area. The full list with tips is on this page.
What is a good Rishikesh itinerary?
A 3 to 4-night trip covers the main places: arrive and settle in on day one, see Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat, River rafting from Shivpuri, Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula area over the middle days, and keep the last morning easy before check-out.
What food should I try in Rishikesh?
Try aloo puri, chotiwala thali and cafe food in Tapovan.
Can Nirvana BnB plan my Rishikesh trip?
Yes. Our free trip planner makes a day-by-day itinerary with a quotation PDF in about a minute, and our travel desk confirms the price for your dates.

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