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7 Days of Bliss in Rishīkesh

Vinay Chauhan

Vinay Chauhan

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring journey through the spiritual haven of Rishīkesh. Discover ancient temples, immerse in the teachings of the Beatles, and find inner peace at the tranquil ashrams. Get ready for a week of serenity and enlightenment.

Day 1Divine Encounters at Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and The Beatles Ashram
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$8

Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Mountainside temple & mythological site where the Hindu deity Shiva consumed poison from the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
60 - 72 min

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The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
Ashram where the pop band once stayed in the ’60s, now featuring Beatles art & graffiti.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$8
Day 2Serenity Amidst the Himalayas at Omkarananda Ashram and Trayambakeshwar
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$0

Omkarananda Ashram Himalayas
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Trayambakeshwar, Om Shiv Pooja bhandar
This 13-story Hindu temple perched along the banks of the Ganges River is open to the public.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Garud Chatti Temple
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Shivpuri Bridge
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 3Spiritual Awakening at Swami Samarpan Ashram and Gita Bhawan
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$4

Swami Samarpan Ashram
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Lakshman Temple
Hindu temple on the banks of the Ganges River, known for its decorative wall engravings.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Gita Bhawan, Rishikesh
Riverfront ashram offering a temple, devotee housing, retail shops & a large banyan tree.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
$4
Day 4Exploring Sacred Sites - Rishikund, Chandreshwar Mahadev Temple, and Geeta Bhawan
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$6

Rishikund प्राचीन तालाब
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
14 - 21 min

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Chandreshwar Mahadev Temple
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Free
34 - 41 min

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Geeta bhawan
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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The Divine Life Society (Sivananda Ashram)
Bright, ornate ashram on the river banks with meditation sessions & yoga courses.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
$4
Day 5Melodies of Devotion at Bhajan Ashram and Gurdwara Sri Hemkunt Sahib
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$0

Bhajan Ashram Rishikesh
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Gurdwara Sri Hemkunt Sahib, Rishikesh UK
Sprawling Sikh holy place set amid towering, rugged mountains & attracting thousands of pilgrims.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 6Sunset Serenade at Triveni Ghat
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Triveni Ghat
Elaborate statues & other structures line this spiritual site on the banks of the Ganges River.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 7Embracing Tranquility and Reflection
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$0

Budget breakdown: $17 In total

Activities & Food:$17