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 at the Sita Rham Dham temple. From there, walk to Shri Trayambakeshwar, one of India's important temples dedicated to Shiva, where you will learn about the Hindu religion's context and philosophy with your guide. Continue your journey by visiting other sacred sites in this Himalayan pilgrimage center.

Stroll along the Ganges to the hanging bridge of Lakshman Jhula, enjoying panoramic views of the multi-tiered Trayambakeshwar temple. Discover the riverside ashrams and ghats visited for yoga, relaxation, meditation, and communion with this mystical locale.

Conclude your tour back at Trayambakeshwar Temple to experience the Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Goddess Ganga. This nightly ritual, important to Hinduism, involves making offerings to deities such as Shiva, Vishnu, or Ganesh. Lamps and incense sticks are lit, and pandits chant, sing, and dance around the flames, providing insight into this ancient religion.