UTTARAKHAND - RISHIKESH WITH EXCURSION TEHRI OR NEELKANTH - 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

Rishikesh is a city in India's northern state of Uttarakhand, in the Himalayan foothills beside the Ganges River. The river is considered holy, and the city is renowned as a center for studying yoga and meditation. Temples and ashrams (centers for spiritual studies) line the eastern bank around Swarg Ashram, a traffic-free, alcohol-free and vegetarian enclave upstream from Rishikesh town.

Day 1 : Arrive Delhi, drive to Rishikesh (230 kms / 5 hours)

On arrival at Delhi railway station, you will be met by our representative / driver who will help you to board your vehicle. Later proceed for the beautiful drive to Rishikesh. On arrival at Rishikesh, check into your hotel. Evening is free for leisure activities. Overnight at hotel in Rishikesh.

Day 2: Rishikesh Sightseeing

After breakfast, get ready for yet another beautiful place Rishikesh. Laxman Jhula - Lakshman (Laxman) Jhula, a very long of about 450 ft Iron Bridge suspended over the mighty Ganges River, is constructed in the year 1939. It is situated nearby to Swarga Ashram in Rishikesh. Triveni Ghat - A confluence of three holy important Rivers the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswathy, is a most revered sacred bathing spot in Rishikesh and is situated on the banks of Ganges River. It is of belief that those who take a dip in Triveni Ghat will have salvation, a relief from all sins carried out; the water here has the power to purify them .An impressive view of lamps floated in the river as part of aarti ceremony is pleasing to eyes after the sunset. This is a place where all tourists reaching Rishikesh pay visit without missing. A good place for religious visitors also.

Day 3 : Rishikesh (Excursion Tehri)

After breakfast Day Excursion Tehri to see the Tehri Dam which is one of the World's biggest hydroelectric ventures outfitting waters of two critical streams of the Himalayas specifically Bhagirathi and Bhilangana. What's more, the lake gives a hundred chances to the enterprise sweethearts who love to toss alert to the breezes. Be it Scuba Diving, Angling, Canocing, Rowing, Boating, Water bike, speed Boating, Rafting, Kayaking, House Boat, Cruise sculling. Or then again some other water dons that you can think. (All activity cost guest by own), After visit back to rishikesh, Overnight at Rishikesh.

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After breakfast Day Excursion Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is among the most revered shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva that is located around 32 km away from Rishikesh. Positioned on a hill above Swarg Ashram, this ancient temple lies at the confluence of the Pankaja and Madhumati rivers, amid three valleys - Brahmakoot, Vishnukoot and Manikoot. Architecturally, the shrine is quite beautiful and colourful. Visitors can see intricately carved images of Hindu gods and goddesses along with asuras (demons) on the walls of the temple. The shrine is frequently visited by devotees throughout the year, especially on the auspicious day of Mahashivratri. Besides, a drive to this temple is an enthralling experience as one passes through steep and narrow roads as well as gets to admire beautiful mountain ranges in the backdrop. After visit back to rishikesh , Overnight at Rishikesh.

Day 4: Rishikesh - Delhi (230 kms / 5 hours):

Morning you depart for Delhi. You will be transferred to the railway station in time to proceed to your onward destination.

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