Hindi, Garhwali, English
INR (₹)
Sep–Nov, Feb–Apr
2 days for the main sights; 3–4 days with rafting or a yoga stay
Dehradun (DED), ~16–20 km
Haridwar
Uttarakhand
+91
IST (UTC+5:30)
249201 (varies by area)
102,138 (2011 Census)
Yoga, meditation, Ganga aarti, white-water rafting and Himalayan treks
Welcome to Rishikesh. Experience scenic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, vibrant local bazaars, and unforgettable travel experiences that attract travelers from around the world.
History & Heritage
Rishikesh is one of India’s oldest pilgrimage towns, linked to sages and meditation traditions for centuries. It became widely known abroad in the 1960s, when a group of Western visitors came to study meditation here....
Weather & Seasons
Winters are cool, summers hot and the monsoon wet. September to November and February to April are best. Rafting usually runs September to June.
Delhi is about 240 km away (6–7 hours by road). Haridwar, about 25 km...
Nearest airport is Dehradun (DED), ~16–20 km with connecting flights.
Nearest railway station is Haridwar.
Regular government and private luxury buses operate daily routes.
18 km
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