5 day trip to Rishikesh from Delhi

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Delhi to Rishikesh
1 stop
1
You will be picked up from your hotel in Delhi and driven to Rishikesh that is situated at a distance of 170 miles from Delhi. The drive to Rishikesh takes around 6 hours. Rishikesh catapulted to fame when the Beatles dropped by for a visit to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's Ashram. Upon your arrival in Rishikesh, check in to your hotel and spend a few hours at leisure. Before sunset you will be driven to the banks of the River Ganges to watch the spectacular 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. After the prayer ceremony return to your hotel and have dinner (beverage excluded).
Day 2
Rishikesh - Barkot
1 stop
2
After a leisurely breakfast you will be driven to Barkot, a hill station at a height of 4000 feet above sea level. Enjoy the picturesque drive to Barkot, stopping for lunch on the way at Damta. Upon reaching Barkot, check in at your homestay and relax till tea time. After tea you may decide to explore the surrounding areas and return to your homestay in time for dinner.
Day 3
Barkot
1 stop
3
Enjoy a traditional breakfast before you set out for the day. Visit a local girls’ school and get a glimpse of a day at a local school. Join the children for lunch and get to interact with them and learn about their life in this beautiful village surrounded by some breathtaking views of the mountains. After lunch explore Barkot and return to your homestay for evening tea. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 4
Excursion to Yamunotri
1 stop
4
After breakfast you will be driven to the village of Kharsali from where you will have a 3 miles trek to Yamunotri, the source of the River Yamuna. The trek offers some remarkable perspectives of the Himalayas. Upon reaching Yamunotri enjoy a packed lunch. Spend the next few hours exploring the area. You may even decide to take a dip in one of the hot springs there. In the afternoon, trek back to Kharsali from where you will be driven back to your homestay in Barkot. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 5
Barkot - Mussoorie- Delhi
1 stop
5
After breakfast you will be driven to the nearby hill station of Mussoorie that is situated at an altitude of 6 170 feet above sea level. En route, stop at the ancient Hindu temple complex of Lakhamandal that dates back to the 12th century. The temple there is dedicated to the Hindu God, Shiva. After the stop at Lakhamandal, continue your drive to Mussoorie. Spend a few hours exploring Mussoorie before you continue your onward journey to Delhi. On reaching Delhi, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Additional info

• 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.

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