Ganga Aarti Spiritual Walking Tour

Discover why people from all over the world come to Rishikesh on this spiritual walking tour of the yoga capital. You'll experience the sacred Hindu Aarti rite performed on the banks of the Ganges.

Itinerary

Start your spiritual walking tour of Rishikesh at the Sita Rham Dham temple. From there, walk to the Shri Trayambakeshwar, an important temple dedicated to Shiva, where you will learn about Hindu philosophy with your guide. Visit more sacred sites in this Himalayan pilgrimage center.

Continue along the banks of the Ganges to the hanging bridge of Lakshman Jhula, offering panoramic views of the Trayambakeshwar temple and discover riverside ashrams and ghats popular for yoga, relaxation, meditation, and connection with this mystical location.

Finish your tour back at the Trayambakeshwar Temple, experiencing the Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Goddess Ganga. This ancient ritual occurs every night, involving offerings to deities such as Shiva, Vishnu, or Ganesh. Lamps and incense sticks are lit, while pandits chant and dance around the flames, providing insight into this ancient religion.