🧘♀️ 1. Yoga & Meditation
Rishikesh is known as the Yoga Capital of the World.
Join a Yoga Retreat or Ashram
Parmarth Niketan, Sivananda Ashram, Phool Chatti Ashram
Attend the International Yoga Festival (March each year)
🛕 2. Spiritual Experiences
Evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat or Parmarth Niketan
A beautiful and soul-stirring ritual with chants, lamps, and prayers.Visit Temples:
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – A sacred Shiva shrine on a hill
Kunjapuri Devi Temple – Offers great sunrise views and spiritual energy
🚣 3. Adventure Activities
White Water Rafting
From Shivpuri to Rishikesh (rapids range from Grade I to IV)
Bungee Jumping (India’s highest)
At Jumpin Heights, also offers flying fox and giant swing
Camping & Bonfires on the Ganges
Trekking Trails
To Kunjapuri Temple, waterfall hikes like Neer Garh Waterfall or Patna Waterfall
🌉 4. Explore Iconic Spots
Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula
Iconic suspension bridges with views of the Ganga and surrounding temples
The Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutiya)
Where the Beatles stayed in 1968; now a graffiti-filled, spiritual art space
🧑🎤 5. Cafés & Chill Spots
Rishikesh has a great café culture with river views and live music.
Popular cafés:
Little Buddha Café
Freedom Café
The 60’s Café (Beatles-themed)
Ganga View Café
🛍️ 6. Local Shopping
Ram Jhula Market & Laxman Jhula Market
Spiritual books, rudraksha malas, crystals, incense, handicrafts
🧿 7. Ayurvedic Healing & Massages
Try a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage or panchakarma therapy
Recommended places: Ananda in the Himalayas (luxury), Ayur Ganga Spa
🔁 Suggested Itinerary (2-3 Days)
Day 1: Arrive – Explore Ram/Laxman Jhula – Ganga Aarti
Day 2: White Water Rafting – Beatles Ashram – Café hopping
Day 3: Sunrise trek to Kunjapuri Temple – Yoga session – Departure