Explore Rishikesh On Foot With Lunch

Rishikesh, India
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Duration5h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Take a walking tour of Rishikesh, the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’. Since ancient times, it has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites of the Hindus. The town became known to the world after the visit of the Beatles, who came to Rishikesh in search of peace. Walk down the lanes of this holy town and watch the monks meditating. End the evening on the banks of the River Ganges and see the spectacular Aarti ceremony.

Highlights
• Laxman Jhula suspension bridge
• Ashrams and temples
• Aarti ceremony on the banks of the River Ganges

What's included

  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  • Lunch (beverage excluded)
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Lakshman Jhula Bridge
    3h
    You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to a local restaurant for lunch (beverage excluded).

    After lunch you will be taken to Laxman Jhula from where the tour starts. The Laxman Jhula is a suspension bridge that spans the River Ganges. Further downstream is a larger bridge, the Ram Jhula.

    Spend the next 5 hours walking through the streets of Rishikesh. Take in the sights of monks in saffron robes sitting at temple entrances or meditating under a tree. Visit the numerous temples that dot the town. Stop by at the shops in the local bazaars and sample some local food. Check out the ashrams (Hindu monasteries) that also offer budget lodgings to the many pilgrims who throng this town every day.
  2. Splendid Maa Ganga Aarti tour
    1h
    As the afternoon draws to an end, wind your way back to the banks of the River Ganges and wait for the nightly Ganga aarti (prayer ceremony). The evening sky gets lit up by the numerous lamps that are lighted to worship the River Ganges. The whole atmosphere becomes serene as monks and priests chant holy mantras (hymns) and the pilgrims float lamps on the river.

    At the end of the aarti you will be driven back to your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup details

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
  • Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
  • Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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