Rishikesh - Experience North India in October

Explore Rishikesh and Haridwar cities and their best places to visit

During our trip we will visit among others:

Ram Jhula
Lakshman Jhula
Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Triveni Ghat
Tapovan
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Nestled in the Himalayan foothills, Rishikesh is one of the most sacred cities in northern India. Located in the state of Uttarakhand, Rishikesh is the hub of sages, yoga practitioners and pilgrims, who throng the ghats (stepped banks of a river) and temples. In recent times, it has also become a centre point of adventure sports, offering activities like white water rafting, bungee jumping, canoeing and others. Ever since the Beatles arrived at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s ashram here in the 1960s, looking for peace and inspiration for their music, Rishikesh has been a favourite destination for soul-seeking. Often called the yoga capital of the world, the tranquil forested slopes on the city’s outskirts are dotted with ashrams (places of spirituality and meditation), yoga institutes and luxurious spa resorts.

Rishikesh is also noted for Ayurveda, and is home to several institutes offering education in the same. It is also known for its yoga schools

The city of Haridwar at the foothills of the Himalayas, is one of Hinduism’s holiest destinations. It is among the seven Indian cities considered sacred by Hindus. It sees thousands of people taking a dip in the holy waters of River Ganges, which emerges from the Himalayas here. Devotees, sadhus (saffron-clad men) and saints throng the river’s ghats (stepped banks), to take a dip in its sacred waters and, according to Hindu beliefs, wash away their sins. The most famous ghat, the bustling and colourful Har ki Pauri, sees a large number of bathers throughout the year.

Every morning and evening, the ghat witnesses the blissful Ganga arti (a fire ritual), which also attracts devotees and tourists. The evening ritual being more popular, it makes for a mesmeric sight to see the river being venerated with loud and rhythmic chants and tall lamps, their lights lightening up the darkening waters. Soak in the spiritual fervour of the city, as you watch the spectacular sight of thousands of small diyas (earthen lamps) floating on the river.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Why should I visit North India with the Experience India Trip?
A: Our Experience India Trip to North India is a special trip to visit locations sacred to Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Jains. The Experience India Trip gives a chance to experience first hand the local authentic culture, in safety with a small group, staying in good rated hotels and resorts

Q: Is North India open for tourists now?*
A: Yes, North India is open to tourist and those who plan to travel with our Experience India Trip can book with us for a safe, special and unique experience. We take bookings for our Experience India Trip also for the following years

Q: Why should I travel with you with the Experience India Trip?
A: The Experience India Trip has been a life changing experience. After returning from our Experience India Trip, people have left their jobs to follow their dream career, started a new relationships or ended one, got married or sold their home, went on further travelling and other life-changing things.... Our Experience India Trip is fully supported so all you have to do is enjoy the experience and don't worry about any logistics, just go with the flow.

Q: Are 13 days enough to visit North India with the Experience India Trip?
A: The 13 days of our Experience India Trip will give a great insight in North India, its culture, rituals and food. Before or after the Experience India Trip we can also help in organising a further stay in nearby locations

Q: What type of person do I have to be to join your Experience India Trip?
A: The most important thing to join our Experience India Trip is to be flexible, open minded, go with the flow and trust the guide and not be afraid to meet local people. In India things may not work as efficiently and smoothly as you would expect, our Experience India Trip in North India motto is “Expect the unexpected”, this is part of the journeying within

Q: Can I travel on my own in the Experience India Trip?
A: Yes, many of the people that travelled on the Experience India Trip have come on their own, single travellers are very welcome. We try to introduce customers before leaving, if it is possible we pair up with another single traveller, of same sex and maybe similar age, to avoid a single supplement charge. If you wish to have your own room, there is no problem in having a single room paying the supplement to join the Experience India Trip in North India