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4.5

Rishikesh

240 km from Delhi

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4.7

Manali

540 km from Delhi

Rishikesh vs Manali — Which Adventure Destination By Car?

OPTION A

Rishikesh

Yoga capital, adventure hub, spiritual energy, backpacker paradise

Drive Time

5-6 hours

Cab Fare

₹5,280 (sedan round trip)

Daily Cost

₹2,500-5,000/person

Best Time

September-November, February-May

Best For

Adventure seekersYoga enthusiastsBackpackersSpiritual travelers

Top Highlights

River Rafting
Bungee Jumping
Laxman Jhula
Beatles Ashram
Ganga Aarti
Camping

Advantages

  • +Much closer to Delhi — perfect weekend trip
  • +India's best white-water rafting
  • +Unique bungee jumping experience (83m)
  • +Spiritual + adventure combo
  • +Very affordable accommodation and food

Drawbacks

  • -Extremely hot in summer (May-June)
  • -No snow or mountain scenery like Manali
  • -Rafting closed during monsoon (July-Aug)
  • -Can be overcrowded on weekends
OPTION B

Manali

Himalayan adventure, snow paradise, vibrant mountain culture

Drive Time

10-12 hours

Cab Fare

₹11,880 (sedan round trip)

Daily Cost

₹3,500-6,000/person

Best Time

March-June, December-February

Best For

Mountain loversSnow seekersRoad trip enthusiastsGroups of friends

Top Highlights

Solang Valley Paragliding
Rohtang Pass
Old Manali Cafes
Beas River
Hadimba Temple
Atal Tunnel

Advantages

  • +Stunning Himalayan mountain scenery
  • +Snow activities in winter
  • +Paragliding with mountain backdrop
  • +Diverse activities — skiing, trekking, MTB
  • +Gateway to Leh-Ladakh

Drawbacks

  • -Very long drive from Delhi
  • -Significantly more expensive than Rishikesh
  • -Crowded and commercialized in peak season
  • -Road conditions variable in monsoon
Point by Point

Head-to-HeadComparison

Category
Rishikesh
Manali
Winner
Distance from Delhi
240 km (5-6 hrs)
540 km (10-12 hrs)
Rishikesh
Cab Cost (Round Trip)
₹5,280 (sedan)
₹11,880 (sedan)
Rishikesh
River Rafting
Best in India (Grade 3-4)
Beas River (Grade 1-2)
Rishikesh
Snow Activities
None
Skiing, snowboarding, snow play
Manali
Paragliding
Available but limited
Solang Valley — world class
Manali
Bungee Jumping
India's highest (83m)
Not available
Rishikesh
Budget Friendliness
Very affordable
Moderately expensive
Rishikesh
Scenery
River valley, foothills
High Himalayan peaks, snow
Manali

Expert Analysis

Our Verdict

Choose Rishikesh for a quick, affordable weekend adventure with world-class rafting, bungee jumping, and spiritual vibes. Choose Manali for a longer mountain holiday with snow activities, paragliding, and dramatic Himalayan scenery. Both are India's top adventure destinations but cater to different trip styles.

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Cab to Rishikesh

240 km | ₹5,280 (sedan round trip)

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Cab to Manali

540 km | ₹11,880 (sedan round trip)

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