Discover the flavours of India on this food tour of Rishikesh. You'll taste typical Himalayan dishes and sample the best sweets in traditional Pahari cuisine.
Itinerary
You'll begin your food tour of Rishikesh at the Little Buddah Cafe not far from the majestic Trayambakeshwar Temple.
From there, you'll explore the streets of Rishikesh, visiting food shops full of exotic produce and stopping at street food stalls where they make traditional Pahari dishes, the typical recipes of the Himalayas and its surrounding area.
You'll visit the city's most popular cafes and restaurants to watch how the locals prepare their exquisite dishes, before indulging on the different foods and seeing which you like best.
With full stomachs, enjoy some time to relax with a steaming cup of masala chai tea, while you admire spectacular views of Rishikesh and the Himalayan foothills.
Top off your food tour of Rishikesh with a sweet taste in your mouth, sampling mouth-watering Pahari desserts: gulgula, a sort of Indian donut, and arsa, a delicacy made from sugar and rice that is often enjoyed at weddings and other celebrations. Delicious!