K
A great introduction to Rishikesh and to the local culture
Our guide Adi was personable and full of interesting information about local customs and traditions. He waited for us patiently and our tour was very relaxed. We highly recommend the tour.
Rishikesh Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $12 / person
- Location
- Rishikesh, India
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Yo Tours
Description
Experience authentic Rishikesh on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers specially trained by Yo Tours™. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, you will listen to wonderful stories about the city, its history and people, you will learn about its vibrant culture, fun facts and must do things in the city. Yo Tours follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you. Many of our guests say that "the walking tour with Yo Tours™ was the highlight of their visit to the city".
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $12
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $6
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $17.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:40 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Rishikesh
Experience authentic Rishikesh on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers specially trained by Yo Tours™. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, you will listen to wonderful stories about the city, its history and people, you will learn about its vibrant culture, fun facts and must do things in the city. Yo Tours follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you. Many of our guests say that "the walking tour with Yo Tours™ was the highlight of their visit to the city".
What's included
Included
1. Friendly storyteller who can speak English & Hindi, highly trained by Yo Tours
4. Great conversations and interesting stories
3. Access to hidden lanes and places.
2. Great local tips and recommendations to save money and to explore the best of the city.
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
7 reviews
How it compares in Rishikesh
- No. 33 by number of reviews among 153 tours in Rishikesh
- Starting price $12 is 42% below the typical $20 for tours of similar length in Rishikesh
Excurgo comparison of 153 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a contribution based tour, meaning that you pay us in the end after having experienced the tour, we recommend a contribution of Rs.400 per person since we believe in empowering our guests so the final choice is always yours.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rishikesh Walking Tour take?
Rishikesh Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Rishikesh Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $12 per person for this Rishikesh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $17. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Rishikesh Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does Rishikesh Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $6, adults from $12. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Rishikesh Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Rishikesh Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rishikesh Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Yo Tours.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Very hokey, unprofessional "tour"
Sadly not really worth my time and money. The fellow arrived on a scooter, and offered walking or the scooter (even though he only had one helmet). Asked me where I wanted to go.p He seemed a sweet guy, but his English was not of sufficient standard for a guide. He could recite some facts, but couldn't really understand my questions. He offered me the "government souvenir shop / medicine shop" optipns. He didn't apply pressure but still didn't feel appropriate. The whole "tour" felt a bit dodgy and unprofessional.
A
Not a walking tour but temple sightseeing
Guide was helpful but he was really inexperienced on what encompasses a private walking tour. He made us see multiple temples without any storytelling. There was also selling involved which is normal in India with local guides but not expected in a so called walking tour
6
Local temple and ashram itinerary
I would not call it a walking tour as the concept goes but more like a temple and ashram itinerary. There were hardly any stories about the culture or the place or food. There was some soft peddling for the products. Interesting stories, food and photos make up for most of the best part of walking tours in India. This tour did not have any of these parts. It was more like booking a local guide at 10x the prices because you have booked it on TripAdvisor. Won't recommend if you have done walking tours elsewhere in India.
H
An interesting and informative tour
Our guide Navin Suyal provided a very interesting and thorough tour for us. He was very pleasant and well informed, we were very pleased to have done the trip. It's easy paced, and well priced. I would recommend it.
S
Spirituality, shopping and history.
Enjoyable tour with Yashpal who was informative and good company. The views from the bridges were stunning and the ashrams were interesting.
N
A great tour!!
I did the tour with Djay! He is really kind and he knows a lot! I highly recommend doing it, you will understand better the culture, the town and the mitology of hinduism. Bring water, good shoes, sunglasses, sun protector and everything you need to fight the heats and enjoy without problems. Thank you to the whole team!!
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