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Family Friendly Itinerary for Kedarnath and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    4 hours 30 minutes (109.6 km) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, take a helicopter ride to Kedarnath and visit Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Take a dip in the holy Mandakini River and witness the natural beauty of the Himalayas. For lunch, try local delicacies like Kachmauli and Phaanu. In the afternoon, explore the surroundings and visit Bhairavnath Temple. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at Kedarnath Temple.

  2. Day 2: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi
    2 hours (50.5 km) from Jammu

    In the morning, take a helicopter ride to Sanjichhat and start the trek to the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi. The trek is around 12 km long and will take about 6-7 hours. After reaching the shrine, seek blessings and enjoy the serene environment. For lunch, try local snacks like Rajma Chawal and Kaladi Kulcha. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at the shrine.

  3. Day 3: Patnitop
    2 hours 30 minutes (85.5 km) from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi

    In the morning, visit Patnitop, a beautiful hill station located in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. Visit the Nag Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in the midst of lush green mountains. For lunch, try local dishes like Rajma Madra and Kashmiri Pulao. In the afternoon, visit the Sanasar Lake and enjoy various adventure activities like paragliding, trekking, and camping. In the evening, enjoy the scenic beauty of the sunset at the Nathatop Viewpoint.

Recommendations

Apart from the above itinerary, you can also consider visiting Amarnath Cave, which is located near Kedarnath. You can also visit the Himkoti viewpoint, which offers a panoramic view of the Vaishno Devi shrine and the surrounding hills. To maximize your fun, you can try adventure activities like bungee jumping and river rafting in Rishikesh. You can also take a day trip to Pahalgam, which is located in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, and visit the Betaab Valley and the Aru Valley.

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