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Rishikesh: Riverfront Walking Tour with Temples & Ashrams

By Rishikesh Day Trip
Free cancellation available
Price is £20 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Crossing Laxman Jhula Hanging Suspension Bridge
  • Swarg Ashram area where Sadhus' homes are dotted along the river bank
  • Sivananda Kutir & Ashram where he did Tapasaya for 10 years
  • Geeta Bhavan Ashram, the oldest ashram of Rishikesh
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram, the most visited Ashram by foreigners
Activity location
    • Rishikesh
    • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Lakshman Jhula, chowk, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Jonk, Uttarakhand 249192, India
    • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

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Valid for 4 Hours, Rishikesh: Riverfront Walking Tour with Temples & Ashrams in English
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£20.13 x 2 Adults£40.26

Total
Price is £40.26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Speaking Local Walking Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Any Entry Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and Drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    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 UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Discover the spiritual heart of Rishikesh on a serene riverfront 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 pass 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 wander through riverfront lanes, 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.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to Rishikesh, this slow-paced, immersive 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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    • Lakshman Jhula, chowk, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Jonk, Uttarakhand 249192, India
    • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India