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Chardham Itinerary on a Shoestring Budget in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Yamunotri
    2 hours 21 minutes (43.9 km) from Dehradun

    Visit the holy shrine of Yamunotri in the morning and take a dip in the natural hot water springs. In the afternoon, trek to Saptarishi Kund. In the evening, explore the nearby markets for souvenirs and local delicacies.

  2. Day 2: Gangotri
    4 hours 19 minutes (131.2 km) from Yamunotri

    Early morning visit to the Gangotri Temple and take a dip in the holy river. Afternoon visit to the Bhagirathi Shila and Gauri Kund. In the evening, enjoy a nature walk on the banks of the Bhagirathi River.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    6 hours 48 minutes (212.5 km) from Gangotri

    Take a morning helicopter ride to Kedarnath and visit the holy shrine. Afternoon trek to Shankaracharya Samadhi and Vasuki Tal. In the evening, take part in the evening aarti at the Kedarnath Temple.

  4. Day 4: Guptkashi
    1 hour 27 minutes (39.5 km) from Kedarnath

    Visit the ancient Vishwanath Temple and Ardhnareshwar Temple in the morning. In the afternoon, go for a scenic drive to the Manikarnika Kund. In the evening, visit the famous Ardhnarishwar Temple and enjoy the local delicacies.

  5. Day 5: Badrinath
    3 hours 16 minutes (95.3 km) from Guptkashi

    Visit the famous Badrinath Temple in the morning and take a dip in the Tapt Kund. Afternoon visit to the Brahma Kapal and Neelkanth Peak. In the evening, enjoy a walk on the banks of Alaknanda River and visit the local markets.

  6. Day 6: Joshimath
    1 hour 33 minutes (45.5 km) from Badrinath

    Visit the Narsimha Temple and Gari Bhawani Temple in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the Kalpavriksha and don't miss the breathtaking sunset at Auli. In the evening, enjoy a stroll around the Joshimath Market.

  7. Day 7: Dehradun
    9 hours 35 minutes (289.4 km) from Joshimath

    Take an early morning drive back to Dehradun. In the afternoon, visit the Forest Research Institute and Robber's Cave. In the evening, head to Paltan Bazaar for some shopping and local street food.

Recommendations

Other local attractions worth visiting include the Kempty Falls, Tehri Dam, and the Valley of Flowers. If you have the time, consider visiting Hemkund Sahib, a famous pilgrimage site for Sikhs. To maximize your fun, try out local cuisines and participate in adventure activities such as trekking and river rafting. Lastly, make sure to carry comfortable footwear and warm clothes, as the weather can be unpredictable in the mountains.

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