The Rishikesh Cultural Sightseeing Tour with Ganga Aarti offers a captivating exploration of the cultural and spiritual heritage of Rishikesh, a sacred city nestled in the Himalayas along the banks of the Ganges River. This tour typically includes visits to prominent landmarks, temples, and ashrams, providing a comprehensive overview of Rishikesh's rich culture and traditions.

A key highlight of the tour is the Ganga Aarti, a mesmerizing ritual of worship offered to the Ganges River. The ceremony takes place at sunset, with priests chanting hymns and performing elaborate rituals with lamps, flowers, and incense.

Itinerary:

• Hotel Pickup:
  • Your guide will pick you up from your selected hotel in Rishikesh.
• Triveni Ghat:
  • Start your day with a visit to Triveni Ghat.
  • Triveni Ghat is one of the most revered ghats in Rishikesh, known for its spiritual and religious importance.
• Bharat Mandir:
  • After spending some peaceful time at Triveni Ghat, head to Bharat Mandir.
  • This ancient temple is a short distance away and is a significant religious site in Rishikesh.
• The Divine Life Society (Sivananda Ashram):
  • From Bharat Mandir, make your way to The Divine Life Society.
  • Spend some time exploring the ashram, and its library, and attending any ongoing yoga or meditation sessions.
• Ram Jhula:
  • After visiting the ashram, head towards Ram Jhula.
  • Walk across the bridge, enjoy the views of the Ganges, and explore the nearby market.
• Lakshman Jhula:
  • Next, proceed to Lakshman Jhula. This iconic suspension bridge is another major attraction in Rishikesh.
  • Spend some time here, enjoy the views, and visit the nearby temples and shops.
• Parmarth Niketan Ashram:
  • In the late afternoon, head to Parmarth Niketan Ashram.
  • Explore the ashram’s beautiful campus and attend any ongoing activities or classes.
• Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ghat:
  • End your day with the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan.
  • The evening aarti is a mesmerizing experience, offering spiritual solace and a beautiful view of the river lit up by lamps.
• Hotel drop-off:
  • After concluding the tour, the guide will drop you off at your hotel

Tour Ends!