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2-Day Adventure Itinerary: Bhubaneshwar to Kedarnath in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling
    10 hours (400km) from Bhubaneshwar

    Morning: Start your adventure with an early drive to Darjeeling, a picturesque hill station known for its tea plantations. Visit the Happy Valley Tea Estate, where you can see how tea is grown and processed, and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed tea.
    Afternoon: Explore the town's colonial architecture on a walking tour. Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, which has a museum and climbing wall, and the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre, which sells traditional handicrafts.
    Evening: Catch the sunset from the Tiger Hill viewpoint, which offers panoramic views of Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga.

  2. Day 2: Darjeeling to Kedarnath
    12 hours (500km) from Darjeeling

    Morning: Start early for a scenic drive to Kedarnath, one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites located in the Himalayas.
    Afternoon: Upon arrival, take a helicopter ride to Kedarnath Temple, which is located at an altitude of 11,755 ft. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. After the temple visit, trek to Vasuki Tal, a beautiful high-altitude lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
    Evening: Relax and enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas and the serene surroundings of Kedarnath.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the nearby hill town of Gangtok for its scenic views and Buddhist monasteries. You can also plan a day trip to the Nathu La Pass, which is a border crossing between India and China. For more adventure, try your hand at white water rafting on the Teesta River.

To maximize your fun, plan your itinerary with some buffer time in case of any unexpected delays and always check the weather conditions before embarking on any adventure.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (1 hour, free entry)
  • Tiger Hill viewpoint (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Helicopter ride to Kedarnath Temple (30 minutes, INR 7,000)
  • Trek to Vasuki Tal (4 hours, free entry)
  • Buffer time (4 hours, n/a)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7,700 (excluding hotel and transportation costs)
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