Explore Rishikesh On Foot With Lunch

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

Itinerary

1. Lakshman Jhula Bridge

   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.

   · 3 h

2. Splendid Maa Ganga Aarti tour

   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.

   · 1 h

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

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.

How to use your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• 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

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

Product code: 50182P558

Activity offered by SITA World Tours via Viator.