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Rishikesh Travel

A travel to Rishikesh is a pious journey for the pilgrims and a favorite spot for the tourists from India and abroad. Rishikesh Travel is equally enjoyable for the adventure loving people. The best time to visit Rishikesh is between the months of October and April. But a trip to Rishikesh can be planned any time of the year. As it is a hilly region, the climate remains pleasant throughout the year.


The holy city lies in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttar Anchal at an altitude of 356 m above sea level. The Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun lies at a distance of 24 km. It is the nearest airport to Rishikesh. A travel to Rishikesh can also be conducted via railway and roadway as it well connected with the nearby towns and cities. There are a number of deluxe and budget hotels in and around Rishikesh that offer lodging to the tourists.





Some of the hotels are

  • Ananda in Himalayas
  • Hotel Great Ganga
  • Hotel Vashundara Palace
  • Hotel Natraj


    While on Rishikesh Travel, one should not the important tourist spots

  • Lakhman Jhula
  • Triveni Ghat
  • Nilkanth Mahadeo Temple
  • Bharat Temple
  • Raghunath Temple


    The ashrams that can be visited during a trip to Rishikesh are

  • Swami Dayananda Ashram
  • Parmarth Niketan
  • Sri Ved Niketan Ashram
  • Yoga Niketan Ashram


    The adventure sports that can be carried on in Rishikesh are

  • River Rafting
  • Canoing
  • Trekking
  • Hiking and Camping


    Apart from being a pilgrimage place and tourist spot, Rishikesh hosts a number of fairs and festivals. The International Yoga Festival is the most important one.





  • Budget Hotels Dehradun


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