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A Week Exploring Delhi, Rishikesh, and Kedarnath

  1. Day 1: Delhi
    30 minutes (8 miles) from Delhi Airport

    Visit the iconic Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and Chandni Chowk in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. End the day with a visit to India Gate and Rajpath.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
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    6 hours (160 miles) from Delhi

    Start the day with a visit to Triveni Ghat for a holy dip in the Ganges River. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, Sivananda Ashram, and Parmarth Niketan Ashram. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Rishikesh city center

    Go for a morning hike to Neer Garh Waterfall. In the afternoon, visit the Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges for scenic views of the Ganges River. End the day with a visit to the Trayambakeshwar Temple.

  4. Day 4: Kedarnath
    7 hours (105 miles) from Rishikesh

    Take an early morning helicopter ride to Kedarnath for breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Spend the day exploring the Kedarnath Temple and Shankaracharya Samadhi. Rest and relax in the evening to prepare for a sunrise hike the next day.

  5. Day 5: Kedarnath
    10 minutes (1 mile) from Kedarnath Temple

    Start the day with a sunrise hike to Kedarnath Peak for stunning views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Bhairav Nath Temple and Vasuki Tal Lake. End the day with a visit to the Gandhi Sarovar Lake.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    7 hours (105 miles) from Kedarnath

    Return to Rishikesh in the morning and visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and Patanjali Yogpeeth in the afternoon. End the day with a visit to Swarg Ashram for a peaceful evening by the Ganges River.

  7. Day 7: Delhi
    6 hours (160 miles) from Rishikesh

    Return to Delhi and spend the day exploring the Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple, and National Museum. End the trip with a visit to Connaught Place for shopping and dining.

Recommendations

Consider visiting Haridwar, a nearby holy city, for a day trip from Rishikesh. You can also try adventurous activities like white water rafting and bungee jumping. To maximize your fun, try local street food and visit the local markets for souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Red Fort (2 hours, INR 35)
  • Jama Masjid (1 hour, Free)
  • Chandni Chowk (2 hours, Free)
  • Qutub Minar (2 hours, INR 600)
  • Humayun's Tomb (2 hours, INR 600)
  • India Gate (1 hour, Free)
  • Rajpath (1 hour, Free)
  • Triveni Ghat (2 hours, Free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 600)
  • Sivananda Ashram (1 hour, Free)
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Lakshman Jhula (1 hour, Free)
  • Ram Jhula (1 hour, Free)
  • Trayambakeshwar Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Shankaracharya Samadhi (1 hour, Free)
  • Bhairav Nath Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Vasuki Tal Lake (2 hours, Free)
  • Gandhi Sarovar Lake (1 hour, Free)
  • Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Patanjali Yogpeeth (2 hours, Free)
  • Swarg Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Akshardham Temple (2 hours, INR 170)
  • Lotus Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • National Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Connaught Place (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,231

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