Rishikesh is an idyllic spiritual city, situated at the banks of the Holy river Ganga, at the foothills of the majestic Himalayas. It is considered as the starting point for revered Hindu pilgrimages of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri & Yamunotri. It is also called as the birthplace of Yoga, as it is believed that ancient sages use to practice yoga in nearby regions, meditating deeply in medieval caves.  

Rishikesh is a great city to visit for a quick weekend trip from Delhi. It has something for everyone, and every age. Right from adventurous activities like white white water rafting, kayaking, zip lining, jungle safaris, to revered places of worship, ancient temples, attending Aarti at the banks of Ganga, vibrant ashrams and medieval caves, to spending time in nature doing long forest treks and nature walks.

There are many hill stations in the state of Uttarakhand. Starting from the holy city of Rishikesh, once can go up to Harsil, Auli, Mussoorie, Dehradun amongst others.

The area of Haridwar and Rishikesh is a 6 hour drive from Delhi, ideal for a road trip from Delhi! 

Ananda in the Himalayas is a great resort near Delhi. It is perfect for short and long stays. Discover the best wellness retreats in India from 5 nights. 

Ananda in the Himalayas is a wellness resort based near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand offering yoga & meditation retreats, ayurvedic spa experiences & more. It is a great hotel to relax while enjoying the beauty of the Himalayan foothills.