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Rishikesh
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Explore the spiritual side of Rishikesh
1 day
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About this activity
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Mindrolling Monastery near the town of Dehradun. The drive to the monastery that is 30 miles away takes about an hour and a half.
Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, this monastery has a large Institute that is engaged in training monks. It is one of the largest Buddhist Centers of India. Walk around the monastery and watch the monks at prayer. Spend some time at the large prayer wheels on the grounds of the complex. Take in the magical sounds of the chants that break the silence of the monastery. Visit the Stupa and its many shrines. Watch the young monks attend their classes. Also spend some time in silent meditation.
After visiting the monastery, take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.
Drive back to Rishikesh after lunch. Once back in Rishikesh go over to the banks of the River Ganges and watch the saffron robed monks and devotees at prayer. Take a vantage position as you wait in anticipation for the sun to set. As the night descends crowds gather along the banks of the river to get a glimpse of the spectacular Ganga Aarti. The whole atmosphere reverberates with the chants and hymns that accompany the daily ritual of lighting lamps and offering prayers to the River Ganges. As the prayer ends, people light up small lamps and float them on the river.
After this memorable prayer ceremony, you will be dropped back at your hotel.
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Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, this monastery has a large Institute that is engaged in training monks. It is one of the largest Buddhist Centers of India. Walk around the monastery and watch the monks at prayer. Spend some time at the large prayer wheels on the grounds of the complex. Take in the magical sounds of the chants that break the silence of the monastery. Visit the Stupa and its many shrines. Watch the young monks attend their classes. Also spend some time in silent meditation.
After visiting the monastery, take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.
Drive back to Rishikesh after lunch. Once back in Rishikesh go over to the banks of the River Ganges and watch the saffron robed monks and devotees at prayer. Take a vantage position as you wait in anticipation for the sun to set. As the night descends crowds gather along the banks of the river to get a glimpse of the spectacular Ganga Aarti. The whole atmosphere reverberates with the chants and hymns that accompany the daily ritual of lighting lamps and offering prayers to the River Ganges. As the prayer ends, people light up small lamps and float them on the river.
After this memorable prayer ceremony, you will be dropped back at your hotel.
Included
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English speaking local guide
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Bottled water
Not included
- Food and Beverage, unless specified
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Subject to favorable weather conditions.
- Avoid the monsoon season from Jul - Sep.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Tourism
90%
Cultural
75%
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