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Rishikesh weekend trip from Delhi: a 2-day plan
How to do Rishikesh in a weekend from Delhi: the best way to get there, a relaxed two-day plan and where to stay in Tapovan.
Read the story →Where to stay in Rishikesh: Tapovan, Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula or town?
The best area to stay in Rishikesh depends on why you're coming. Here's how Tapovan, Laxman Jhula, Swarg Ashram, the town and the rafting camps compare.
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Haridwar to Rishikesh: distance, taxi, bus and train
Haridwar and Rishikesh are about 25 km apart. Here's every way to make the trip, how long it takes and how to reach Tapovan.
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Ganga aarti in Rishikesh: timings, the best ghats and tips
Where to watch the evening Ganga aarti in Rishikesh, what time it starts, how early to arrive and how to get there from Tapovan.
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Rishikesh to Kedarnath: distance, route and how many days
How to get from Rishikesh to Kedarnath: the road route, the trek from Gaurikund, helicopter options, compulsory registration and a sensible number of days.
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River rafting in Rishikesh: stretches, season and safety
Which rafting stretch to choose in Rishikesh, when the season runs, what to wear and how to pick a safe, licensed operator.
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Kunjapuri Temple sunrise from Rishikesh: how to go and what you’ll see
Kunjapuri Temple, in the hills above Rishikesh, has one of the best sunrises in Garhwal. Here's how to plan the early-morning trip.
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Waterfalls near Rishikesh: Neer Garh, Patna and Garud Chatti
Three short waterfall walks close to Tapovan: Neer Garh, Patna and Garud Chatti, with tips on the best time to go.
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Yoga in Rishikesh: drop-in classes, courses and how to choose
How to find a good yoga class in Rishikesh, what a teacher training course involves, and the best time of year for yoga in Tapovan.
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