Two days in Rishikesh split by the river: Day 1 belongs to the ashram side and its aartis, Day 2 to the excursions and the views. Checked 02 October 2026.
Day 1 — the ashram side
| Time | Plan | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 5:45 AM | Triveni Ghat morning aarti | Reported |
| 9:00 AM | Geeta Bhawan + Swargashram walk | Reported |
| 12:00 PM | Chotiwala lunch (est. 1958, reported) | Reported |
| 4:00 PM | Parmarth Niketan; riverside hours | Official site |
| Sunset | Parmarth or Triveni aarti | Reported |
Day 2 — excursions and views
| Time | Plan | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Neelkanth Mahadev drive (32 km, winding) | Reported |
| 12:00 PM | Return; lunch | Practical |
| 2:00 PM | Beatles Ashram (murals, cells) | Reported fees |
| 5:00 PM | Tera Manzil climb at sunset | Reported |
| Evening | Aarti repeat from the other bank | Practical |
Adjustments
- Rafting add-on (Day 2 morning): the 16 km Shivpuri run — makes it three days in spirit, two on the calendar.
- One day: Triveni aarti (morning) → ashram walk → Parmarth aarti (evening).
- Elders: the walking is the ask — aarti seats, autos between bridges, skip the 13-floor climb or split it.
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 days enough?
Yes — with rafting as the optional third day.
First evening?
Parmarth’s aarti if staying there; Triveni if not.