Nashik to Kedarnath via Haridwar for 8 Nights and 9 Days by Train Itinerary

1. 5:30AM: Depart from Nashik Road Railway Station
   Estimated Distance: 221km, Estimated Time: 6 hours 30 minutes

   Depart from Nashik Road Railway Station and board the 12617 Mangala Lakshadweep Express that will take you directly to Haridwar Junction Railway Station.

2. 12:00PM: Har Ki Pauri
   Estimated Distance: 2.6km, Estimated Time: 10 minutes

   Har Ki Pauri is a popular spot in Haridwar located on the banks of the River Ganges. Witness the famous Ganga Arti ceremony and take a holy dip in the river.

3. 2:00PM: Chotiwala Restaurant
   Estimated Distance: 2.5km, Estimated Time: 10 minutes

   Feast on authentic North Indian Cuisine at Chotiwala Restaurant. This restaurant is famous for its delicious and affordable food.

4. 4:00PM: Mansa Devi Temple
   Estimated Distance: 2.9km, Estimated Time: 15 minutes

   Mansa Devi Temple is a popular shrine in Haridwar that is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. The temple is located on top of Bilwa Parvat and can be reached by a cable car ride.

5. 7:00PM: Depart from Haridwar Junction Railway Station
   Estimated Distance: 219km, Estimated Time: 8 hours 30 minutes

   Board the 12687 Dehradun Express that will take you to Kedarnath Road Railway Station.

6. 4:00AM: Reach Kedarnath Road Railway Station
   Estimated Distance: 38km, Estimated Time: 2 hours

   You will reach Kedarnath Road Railway Station early in the morning. From here, you can take a shared taxi or bus to Sonprayag.

7. 6:00AM: Sonprayag
   Estimated Distance: 5km, Estimated Time: 15 minutes

   Sonprayag is a scenic spot located on the banks of the River Mandakini. This is where the trek to Kedarnath begins.

8. 11:00AM: Kedarnath Temple
   Estimated Distance: 16km, Estimated Time: 6 hours

   Kedarnath Temple is a famous shrine located in the Himalayas and is one of the four Char Dhams. The trek to the temple is challenging but the scenic views make it worth the effort.

9. 5:00PM: Gaurikund
   Estimated Distance: 16km, Estimated Time: 6 hours

   Gaurikund is a picturesque spot located at the base of Kedarnath. It is believed that Goddess Parvati meditated here to win Lord Shiva's heart.

Recommendations

If you have extra time in Haridwar, you can visit the Maya Devi Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir, and Rajaji National Park. You can also take a day trip to Rishikesh to explore the Beatles Ashram and take a dip in the Ganges.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Train Tickets (8 Nights, 9 Days) (£120)
• Cable Car Ride to Mansa Devi Temple (1 hour, £5)
• Shared Taxi or Bus from Kedarnath Road Railway Station to Sonprayag (2 hours, £8)
• Kedarnath Trekking Guide (6 hours, £20)
• Accommodation (8 Nights, £200)
• Food and Drinks (£150)
• Total Estimated Costs: £503

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