Rishikesh : (Uttranchal) - 250 kms North-East of Delhi. Rishikesh, the beginning point of the pilgrimage to Chardham (Yamnotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath), invites million for the holy dip in the Ganges. It is from this point, that a lot of adventure seekers start their trekking expeditions to the Himalayan peaks.

While hotels in and around town centre are good for tourists who is looking for a bit of sightseeing, temple / ghat visits etc, the riverside resorts and camps on the Badrinath Road are the ones that would be of interest for a getaway seeker.

Just a few kilometers outside of the town is Gangaa Resort. This is a good option for guests who want a getaway resort Adventure experience and still remain close to Rishikesh / Haridwar.  Glasshouse on the Ganges, 23 kms from Rishikesh, an orchard retreat, a relaxing spread out riverside option having cottages with terraces. Near Glasshouse, Explore Himalaya Resort is a hotel atop a hill overlooking the river with large open spaces and a terrace. Himalayan Hideaway is a riverside option akin glasshouse but without river views (due to thick tree cover). Anand Lok Resort is a small resort by the river.

There are several camps by the river from around 15 kms point from Rishikesh on the badrinath route till about 35 kms. These camps are mostly seasonal (Sept - April) and where the main activity is white water rafting in River ganges. Camps have evolved into adventure base where ex-Delhi groups come over for a weekend of activity and fun. Activity individual guests also come looking for rafting, trekking, rappelling and generally a riverside experience. Camps are simple and often dont have attached bathrooms and have simple common facilities and basic camping tents. 

Some such as Gangabanks Riverside Resort, High Banks Himalayan Retreat and Camp Panther have more than basic amenities now and are more like camp resorts. [ Full List ]

Travel information:

By Road	5½ hours. Route: New Delhi-Rishikesh via Meerut, Roorkee,Haridwar-(NH 58).
By Rail	4½ hours (4 hours+30 minutes from Haridwar Railway Station). 2017 Dehradun Shatabdi (Morning), 2055 Dehradun Shatabdi (Afternoon).
By Air	Ex-Delhi - 40 minutes + 40 minutes from Dehradun airport.

Activities : River rafting (Sept - April) and trekking.

Sightseeing : Lakshman Jhoola, Temples and Gurudwaras.

Cuisine : Chotiwala restaurant in Rishikesh is known for its sumptuous Veg. only set meal (Thali)