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Shoestring Budget 7-Day Itinerary for Haridwar, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Auli, and Risikesh in November 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    29 minutes (12.3 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    In the morning, visit Har Ki Pauri, one of the most sacred ghats in India, and take a dip in the holy Ganges. In the afternoon, visit the Chandi Devi Temple, accessible by a cable car ride. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, where Hindu priests perform a ritualistic prayer to the river.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath
    6 hours (116 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, start the trek to Kedarnath. The trek is approximately 16 km and takes around 6-8 hours. In the afternoon, reach Kedarnath and visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy the beautiful view of the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Badrinath
    5 hours 35 minutes (133 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, start the drive to Badrinath. On the way, visit the ancient village of Joshimath and the Narsingh Temple. In the afternoon, reach Badrinath and visit the Badrinath Temple, another of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In the evening, relax in the hot springs of Tapt Kund.

  4. Day 4: Auli
    1 hour (32 miles) from Badrinath

    In the morning, start the drive to Auli, a beautiful hill station known for its skiing. In the afternoon, take a cable car ride to Auli and enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas. In the evening, take a stroll around the town and enjoy the local market.

  5. Day 5: Risikesh
    8 hours (181 miles) from Auli

    In the morning, start the drive to Risikesh. On the way, visit the Devprayag Sangam, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers. In the afternoon, reach Risikesh and visit the Triveni Ghat, where three rivers, Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati, meet. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  6. Day 6: Risikesh
    In and around Risikesh

    In the morning, visit the Beatles Ashram, also known as the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in 1968. In the afternoon, visit the Neer Garh Waterfall and take a dip in the natural pool. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    43 minutes (16.5 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    In the morning, depart from Risikesh and reach Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, for your onward journey.

Recommendations

Other local attractions and experiences you should consider are Rajaji National Park near Haridwar, the Valley of Flowers National Park near Badrinath, and the Kuari Pass Trek near Auli. A side trip to the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie is also recommended. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothes, and a camera to capture the scenic views. Don't forget to try the local food, including aloo poori, kachori, and kheer. Lastly, make sure to book your hotels and flights in advance through https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to get the best deals.

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