6-Day Itinerary: Delhi to Haridwar to Kedarnath to Badrinath to Rishikesh in June 2023

1. Day 1: Explore Delhi
   Indira Gandhi International Airport to Red Fort (30 minutes, 12 miles)

   In the morning, visit the historical Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and then explore Jama Masjid. After lunch, head to Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple. In the evening, visit India Gate and Raj Ghat.

2. Day 2: Haridwar
   Delhi to Haridwar (4 hours, 145 miles)

   Start your day with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges. After lunch, visit the Chandi Devi Temple and Mansa Devi Temple. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.

3. Day 3: Kedarnath
   Haridwar to Kedarnath (6 hours, 136 miles)

   Take a helicopter ride from Phata to Kedarnath. Visit the Kedarnath Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, explore the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary.

4. Day 4: Badrinath
   Kedarnath to Badrinath (8 hours, 142 miles)

   Visit the Badrinath Temple, a holy shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. After lunch, explore the Mana Village, the last village on the Indo-China border. In the evening, relax at Tapt Kund Hot Springs.

5. Day 5: Rishikesh
   Badrinath to Rishikesh (6 hours, 141 miles)

   Start your day with yoga classes and meditation at Parmarth Niketan. After breakfast, take a dip in the holy Ganges at Triveni Ghat. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram and Neer Garh Waterfall. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

6. Day 6: Rishikesh Adventure
   Rishikesh to Indira Gandhi International Airport (6 hours, 151 miles)

   Start your day with a thrilling experience of white water rafting on the Ganges River. After lunch, visit the Rajaji National Park for wildlife safari or enjoy bungee jumping. In the evening, explore the local markets and do some shopping.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the ancient city of Varanasi, the Jim Corbett National Park, or the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. You can also take a side trip to Auli for skiing or visit the Kumbh Mela festival in Haridwar. To maximize your fun, try the local street food, take a cooking class, or learn traditional folk dance.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Red Fort (2 hours, INR 500)
• Jama Masjid (1 hour, INR 200)
• Qutub Minar (2 hours, INR 500)
• Lotus Temple (1 hour, INR 200)
• India Gate (1 hour, free)
• Raj Ghat (1 hour, free)
• Har Ki Pauri (2 hours, free)
• Chandi Devi Temple (1 hour, INR 200)
• Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 400)
• Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
• Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 500)
• Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
• Mana Village (2 hours, free)
• Tapt Kund Hot Springs (1 hour, free)
• Parmarth Niketan (2 hours, free)
• Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
• The Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150)
• Neer Garh Waterfall (2 hours, INR 200)
• Rafting (2 hours, INR 1000)
• Wildlife Safari (3 hours, INR 1500)
• Bungee Jumping (1 hour, INR 3000)
• Shopping (2 hours, INR 1000)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,750

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