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A riverside town with a prominent temple and a bridge in the background. 2
A temple surrounded by trees. 3
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By Rishikesh Day Trip
Free cancellation available
Price is £20 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Cross Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, and Janki Setu suspension bridges
    • Explore Swarg Ashram, where sadhus' homes line the riverbank
    • Visit Sivananda Kutir and Ashram, where he practised Tapasya for 10 years
    • Explore Geeta Bhavan, Parmarth Niketan, and Vanaprastha ashrams
    • Witness evening Ganga Aarti at Shatrughan Ghat near Ram Jhula

Activity location

    • Rishikesh
    • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Badrinath Road, National Highway 58 Tapovan, Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh, Jonk, Uttarakhand 249192, India
    • Jonk, Uttarakhand, India

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Valid for 6 Hours, Rishikesh: 6-Hour Heritage Walk & Evening Ganga Aarti in English

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£20.16 x 2 Adults£40.32
Total
Price is £40.32

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English-speaking local walking guide
  • Inclusions
    Any entry fees
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Transport

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 3 years, People over 297 lbs (135 kg), People over 95 years
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Discover the spiritual heart of Rishikesh on a serene riverside walking tour that connects the city’s most iconic temples, ashrams, and three historic suspension bridges. Begin your journey at Laxman Jhula, where legends of Lord Rama and Laxman come alive as you walk across the Ganga with sweeping views of the Himalayan foothills and the bustling riverfront markets below. Your guide shares stories, mythology, and local insights that bring each stop to life.

    Continue onward to Ram Jhula, a vibrant spiritual corridor lined with temples, sadhus, and stalls offering chai, sweets, and devotional items. Walk along peaceful pathways by the Ganga as you visit Laxman Temple, Mastram Baba Ashram, Gita Bhavan, Swarg Ashram, Parmarth Niketan Ashram and other sacred landmarks that form the cultural soul of Rishikesh. The tour also includes a crossing of Janki Setu, the city’s newest pedestrian bridge, offering quiet views of the river and a deeper look at daily life along the ghats.

    As you walk along the riverfront, you’ll experience a mix of spirituality, culture, and gentle adventure—perfect for travellers seeking an authentic connection with Rishikesh. The walk concludes at the tranquil Sivananda Ashram, a renowned centre for yoga, meditation, selfless service, and traditional Himalayan teachings. Here, you can wind down by exploring the ashram campus, visiting the temple, or simply soaking in the peaceful atmosphere by the river.

    At the end of the walk, you visit the Shatrughan Ghat, the most peaceful place to witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony that begins every day during sunset, around 6:00 PM.

    Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to Rishikesh, this slow-paced heritage walk offers the perfect way to discover the city’s spiritual essence, breathtaking views, and timeless riverside charm.

Location

Activity location

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    • Rishikesh
    • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Badrinath Road, National Highway 58 Tapovan, Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh, Jonk, Uttarakhand 249192, India
    • Jonk, Uttarakhand, India