Rishikesh Family Packages

What makes Rishikesh special is its tranquility and peacefulness. Known as the yoga capital of the world, the city attracts tourists from every corner of the planet to attain some peace in the holy temples and ashrams in Rishikesh.

Places to Visit in Rishikesh city

1. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, The Beatles Ashram, Ram Jhula, Sivananda Ashram, Patna Waterfall

Timings: 9 am - 5:30 pm

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, taxi, auto-rickshaw, rickshaw

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a pristine temple of Lord Shiva located in the heights of Rishikesh. Surrounded amidst dense forests and Nar-Narayan mountain ranges, this temple named after Lord Shiva invites worshippers from all around the world. Most of the tourists are seen here in the months of Shravan (July and August) and during Maha Shiv Ratri. It is said that the temple is named after the incident when Lord Shiva’s throat turned blue after drinking the poison churned from the ocean. This spiritual temple is worth a visit on your Rishikesh family trip.

2. The Beatles Ashram

What’s Special: Meditation center

Nearby Attractions: Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Ram Jhula, Sivananda Ashram, Patna Waterfall

Timings: 10 am - 4 pm

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, taxi, auto-rickshaw, rickshaw

Named after the famous band named The Beatles, this ashram in Rishikesh became famous after the members of the Beatles visited this ashram to meet its founder, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi to be taught Transcendental Meditation. During this time, the band was very productive and the ashram in Rishikesh became famous all around the world. During your visit to the Beatles Ashram, spend your time capturing the beautiful wall art, graffiti, marvellous architecture, and the serenity of nature all around the place. If you are seeking customizable Rishikesh packages for your family, you are at the right place.

3. Narendra Nagar

What’s Special: Historical site

Nearby Attractions: Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Ram Jhula, Sivananda Ashram, Patna Waterfall

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, taxi, auto-rickshaw, rickshaw

A small town that was once the capital of the old state of Tehri Garhwal, Narendra Nagar is composed of some very beautiful palaces of the former Maharaja of the place, Narendra Shah, out of which one of the palaces have now been constructed into a lavish five-star spa, known as Ananda in the Himalayas. The spa is quite famous for its relaxing ayurvedic and aromatherapy that would give you a spiritual and calming experience. While you visit here on your family trip to Rishikesh, make sure to experience the spa retreats.

4. Parmarth Niketan

What’s Special: Peaceful escape

Nearby Attractions: Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Ram Jhula, Sivananda Ashram, Patna Waterfall

Timings: 9 am - 8 pm

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, taxi, auto-rickshaw, rickshaw

Situated in the laps of the Himalayan mountains, the Parmarth Niketan is the largest ashram in the holy city of Rishikesh with over thousands of rooms for its visitors. The place is an amalgamation of cosmopolitan, modern-day amenities along with spiritual, calming essence and hence, tourists are attracted here from all over the world. While you stay in this holy ashram which feels like a realm of spirituality, you will find yourself in the embrace of peaceful and positive energies bringing you an unforgettable, magical experience.

Best Time to Visit

Summers

The weather is pleasant in Rishikesh throughout the year, however, the month of May and June could be a little too hot. Hence, you can have a Rishikesh family trip in the months of March, April, and July onwards. In these months, you can also try your hand in river rafting and have an ultimate experience floating in the Ganga river tides with full protection.

Winters

Winters in Rishikesh with a family trip to Rishikesh would be perfect as the pleasant weather adds a positive factor in your tour. The air during this time is dry and crisp, and you can have a satisfying tour in the city of Rishikesh in the winter season without any hassle.

Best Way to Reach

By Air

The nearest airport to Rishikesh is the Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun. It is at a distance of 35 kilometers from the city and connects to the New Delhi and Lucknow airport by daily flights. The second nearest airport to Rishikesh is the Indira Gandhi International airport in New Delhi, from where you can opt for buses or other roadways.

By Bus

Rishikesh has a good network of buses connecting with places like Haridwar, Dehradun, and New Delhi. Ask your travel representative about the available buses while opting for your Rishikesh family packages.

By Train

The nearest railway station to Rishikesh is in Haridwar which connects trains from places like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Varanasi. From the Haridwar railway station, buses and taxis take around 45 minutes to reach Rishikesh.

By Road

Many tourists prefer going to Rishikesh by road as it is well connected with important places through National Highway 58. The drive from Delhi to Rishikesh is about 6 to 7 hours long.