Curated Experience
Rishikesh Unfiltered
See the City Beyond the Tourist Trail
Overview
A deeply local full day, from a dawn practice and a Ganga dip to a forest meal with a local family, ashrams, markets and the evening Aarti. It is built around the people, food, stories and rituals that make Rishikesh what it is, with time to experience the city rather than pass through it.
- Local Life
- Yoga
- Ganga Dip
- Forest Meal
- Ganga Aarti
- Meditation
Full day · dawn to Aarti · Active pace
Your day, step by step
The map shows where the day goes; tap the meeting point for the exact start. Some stops are confirmed on the day for weather, access and the light.
- 1Sai GhatStart
- 2Freedom Ghat
- 3Sivananda Ashram (Divine Life Society)
- 4Beatles Ashram
- 5Bhootnath Temple
- 6Parmarth Niketan (Ganga Aarti)End
- 6:00–7:30 AM
Yoga & Breathwork at Sai Ghat
A riverside yoga and breathwork session beside the Ganga.
- 7:30–8:00 AM
Ganga Dip at Freedom Ghat
A dip in the Ganga beside the river.
Access confirmed on the day - 8:00–9:00 AMYour own time
Free time
Rest, freshen up or enjoy the morning at your own pace.
- 9:00–10:00 AMOwn choice
Riverside breakfast
Breakfast at a Ganga-view spot.
Breakfast not included - 10:30–11:30 AM
Sivananda Ashram
The spiritual heritage and history of the Divine Life Society.
Visit subject to access - 12:30–1:30 PM
Forest meal with a local family
A traditional forest meal prepared and served by an elderly local couple, with local preparations such as ragi or corn rotis.
A private local home, not a public venue - 2:00–3:30 PM
The Beatles Ashram
Murals, meditation cells, artwork and the forest around the ashram.
- 4:00–5:00 PM
Bhootnath Temple
A short climb to the temple and its views over the rooftops and the river.
- 5:00–6:00 PM
Local market walk & Parmarth Niketan
Local shops, spiritual items and everyday Rishikesh, toward Parmarth Niketan.
- 6:00–7:00 PM
Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
The evening Ganga Aarti beside the river.
- 7:30–8:00 PM
Guided meditation by the Ganga
A quiet guided meditation beside the river to close the day.
- 8:30 PM onwardOwn choice
Dinner
Continue your evening independently.
Dinner not included
What's included
- Morning yoga and breathwork
- A Ganga dip experience
- A local BMR host for the day
- A forest meal with a local family
- The Beatles Ashram
- Bhootnath Temple
- Local market walk
- Parmarth Niketan
- The evening Ganga Aarti
- A guided evening meditation
- A curated walking route and cultural storytelling
- Experience coordination start to finish
What's not included
- Breakfast and dinner
- Personal café expenses
- Personal shopping and purchases
- Tips and gratuities
- Transport unless specified
- Entrance fees, unless we confirm otherwise
- Anything not listed under what's included
Meals
- Breakfast: not included, you pay directly
- Forest meal: included in the experience
- Dinner: not included
Other info
Make it yours
Curated by BMR, customised for you. Add any of these when you book.
Worth knowing before you book
- The forest meal is a private local home, so its exact location stays private and is shared with you directly.
- Freedom Ghat access and the Ganga dip are confirmed on the day.
- It is a long, full day from dawn to the evening Aarti, with walking and steps.
Who it's for
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A change of clothes and a towel for the Ganga dip
- A water bottle
- Sun protection
- Modest, comfortable clothing
- Cash or card for personal expenses
Accessibility & pace
A long, full day with walking, steps and uneven surfaces, an early start and a river dip. Tell us if anyone needs a gentler version.
Season & weather
Best outside peak monsoon; the morning practice and the dip are lovely in the cooler months. We adjust the riverside parts for water levels and weather.
Questions, answered
Is the forest meal a cooking class?
No. An elderly local couple prepares and serves you a traditional meal in their home. It is a food and people experience, not a class.
Where exactly is the forest meal?
It is a private local home, so we keep the exact address private and share the details with you directly. It is not a public venue.
Do I really dip in the Ganga?
Yes, a Ganga dip at Freedom Ghat is part of the morning. Bring a change of clothes and a towel. It is optional if you prefer to watch.
Is breakfast or dinner included?
No. Breakfast and dinner are paid directly by you. The forest meal is included.