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Full-Day Rishikesh Sightseeing Tour by Car

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Full-Day Rishikesh Sightseeing

Package Overview

Start Point: Rishikesh
End Point: Rishikesh

Rishikesh is full of breathless landscapes, river ghats, adventure activities, and temples. This is sacred and it is very close to another famous city in Uttarakhand called Haridwar. Rishikesh is considered to be one of the best spiritual and adventure destinations on the banks of the holy river Ganga. The most famous attractions in Rishikesh include the temples and ashrams. These temples and ashrams are located on the river Ganga and form the most famous attractions in Rishikesh. This city is the Yoga Capital of the World and there are many cultural centers in Rishikesh where you can practice yoga and some spiritual courses. You can visit most of the attractions in Rishikesh by car and can also do many other activities in Rishikesh like adventure activities, shopping, and dining.

Duration: 9-10 hours
Mode of travel: Cab (Private, not shared with others)
Pickup & Drop: Hotel in Rishikesh/ Home
Departs: 9.00 am
Ends: 6.30 pm

Places covered

Beatles Ashram
Neer Garh Waterfall
Laxman Jhula
Parmarth Niketan
Triveni Ghat
Ram Jhula

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1Day Day 1 - Full-Day Rishikesh Sightseeing

The Beatles Ashram

One of the best popular sightseeing places in Rishikesh is the Beatles Ashram. It was here that the members of the popular rock band Beatles visited and composed many famous songs in this ashram. Beatles Ashram is a popular meditation place and the meditation halls over here are a gallery where you will see the works By the popular music band Beatles. You will enjoy the sound of birds and soak in the scenic views of the forest from the Beatles Ashram.

Recommended duration of visit: 60 minutes

Neer Garh Waterfall

The next place that you will visit in this one-day Rishikesh sightseeing tour is a waterfall called Neer Garh Waterfall. You will have to hike for 10 to 15 minutes to reach this waterfall. There is a series of waterfalls over here and a small pool that is formed below the waterfall. You will enjoy the waterfalls and the surrounding greenery. You will feel the calmness in the air when you hear the birds chirping on the trees and beautiful cascading waters falling in the scenic pools below. The trail and hike to this waterfall is also very scenic and you will walk through beautiful forests and natural scenery and arrive at this waterfall. You can view Rishikesh and the Ganges river from this waterfall and spend some time here in silence and peace.

Recommended duration of visit: 90 minutes

Lakshman Jhula

There is no better place that is as famous as the Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh. Laxman Jhula is a suspension bridge that was built on the river Ganga in Rishikesh. Lakshman Jhula is named after Laxman, who was the brother of Lord Ram. It is said that he built the original bridge here in mythological times, and crossed the river Ganga. The bridge was made of a jute rope and it was later replaced by the iron bridge. It is called Lakshman Jhula in memory of Laxman. You can cross Laxman Jhula on foot and this is also one of the best activities that you can do in Rishikesh.

Recommended duration of visit: 20 minutes

Permarth Niketan

Parmarth Niketan is an ashram in Rishikesh and it is situated on the banks of the Ganga river. Permarth Niketan offers accommodation facilities for tourists, along with meditation and Yoga courses. These activities which are offered by this ashram are very popular with tourists. You will find the huge statue of Lord Shiva in meditating position in Parmarth Niketan. You will watch students practicing yoga courses and meditation courses here. There is also an Ayurvedic massage center here which offers services at very cheap rates.

Recommended duration of visit: 30 minutes

Triveni Ghat

Another famous place that we will visit in this full-day sightseeing tour of Rishikesh is Triveni Ghat. This ghat is said to be the place where three holy rivers, the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet. Triveni Ghat is an immensely sacred place and the aarti which is held here in the evening is a very popular event to participate in. People chant holy mantras and sing songs of devotion in the evening at Triveni Ghat. The temple priests hold burning lamps and chant prayers in devotion to the Ganga River. This unanimous chanting and the sound of gongs and drums make the entire atmosphere electrifying and sacred. Devotees float burning diyas into the Ganga river and it is one of the best sights to behold here at Triveni Ghat. It is said that the waters of this ghat are so pure that they will purify your evil sins.

Recommended duration of visit: 50 minutes

Ram Jhula

Another famous bridge that you can visit in Rishikesh is the bridge called Ram Jhula. Ram Jhula is a river bridge that is named after Lord Ram of the Ramayana mythology story. Ram Jhula offers very scenic and beautiful views of Rishikesh and the river Ganga. You can walk on Ram Jhula on foot and reach many places in Rishikesh.

Recommended duration of visit: 30 minutes

Inclusions

Comfortable Vehicle (Innova/ Xylo/ Tavera/ Scorpio/ Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
Airport pick up & drop as per your flight timings
Accommodation at all locations on double (for couples & special requests) and triple sharing basis in standard hotels/camps
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner: Starting with Dinner on Day 1 & ending with Breakfast on Last Day as per itinerary
Fuel for the whole trip as per the itinerary
Assured Inner line permits and Ladakh Union fee
Experienced driver for the entire journey
Oxygen cylinder and Basic First-Aid during the tour
Driver expenses/ toll tax/ Fuel/ Parking charges

Exclusions

Expenses of personal nature
Mentioned cost is not valid between 6 pm and 8 am
Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Package price does not include Gala dinner charges applicable on Christmas and New Year's Eve

Confirmation Policy

Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation made before 20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 30% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, health hazards, medical emergencies, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be cancelled. In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveller an alternate, which is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered.