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Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

2 days in Rishikesh

Yoga capital on the Ganges, rafting and Himalayan foothills. Here's how to spend 2 days in Rishikesh: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 2 days Rishikesh trip is March, April and October. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.

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Length
2 days
Best time
March, April, October
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Day 1

09:00
Rishikesh railway station~$5
Rishikesh railway station, station code RKSH, is a railway terminal station serving the city of Rishikesh in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It lies on Northern railway network zo
12:30
Local food tour of Rishikesh~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Rishikesh.
16:00
Janaki Setu
Janaki Setu, also known as Janaki Jhula, is a suspension bridge located in Muni Ki Reti, Uttarakhand, India, spanning the Ganges River. It is the third suspension bridge after Ra
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Day 2

09:00
Yog Nagari Rishikesh railway station~$5
Yog Nagari Rishikesh railway station is a railway station serving the city of Rishikesh in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It lies in the Northern Railway network zone of Indian R
12:30
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
16:00
Ram Jhula
Ram Jhula is an iron suspension bridge across the river Ganges, located 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) north-east from the center of the city of Rishikesh in the Indian state of Uttarakhand

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What 2 days in Rishikesh costs

What this trip costs

$712
Flights$45063%
Stay$598%
Activities$477%
Food$7811%
Local transport$314%
Shopping$213%
Buffer$264%
$356/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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2 days in Rishikesh: FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Rishikesh?+

2 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Rishikesh without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Rishikesh?+

Start with Rishikesh railway station, Local food tour of Rishikesh and Janaki Setu. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 2 days in Rishikesh cost?+

Budget around $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $260 per person for 2 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Rishikesh?+

The best months to visit Rishikesh are March, April, October and November, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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