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5-Day Itinerary for Kainchi Dham Nainital, Kedarnath Temple, Gouri Kund, Haridwar, Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Kainchi Dham Nainital
    1 hour 25 minutes (25 miles) from Pantnagar Airport

    In the morning, visit Kainchi Dham Nainital, a spiritual ashram dedicated to Baba Neem Karoli. Spend the afternoon taking in the beautiful scenery and learning about the ashram's history. In the evening, enjoy a serene and peaceful meditation session.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath Temple
    5 hours 40 minutes (155 miles) from Kainchi Dham Nainital

    In the morning, visit the holy Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. After offering prayers, trek to the Vasuki Tal Lake located nearby. In the evening, enjoy the scenic beauty around the temple.

  3. Day 3: Gouri Kund
    2 hours 50 minutes (54 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    In the morning, visit the Gouri Kund, a natural hot water spring that is believed to have healing powers. After taking a dip in the holy water, head to the nearby Gouri Temple. In the afternoon, trek to the charming village of Gaurikund and explore its scenic surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing dinner at a local restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Haridwar
    2 hours 30 minutes (83 miles) from Gouri Kund

    In the morning, visit the Har Ki Pauri Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in India. Witness the Ganga Aarti, a ritual that takes place every evening at the ghat. After the ceremony, explore the nearby temples and markets. In the evening, enjoy a refreshing dip in the holy river Ganges.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    1 hour (19 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, visit the Beatles Ashram, a spiritual retreat that was once home to the Beatles. After exploring the graffiti-covered walls of the ashram, head to the Lakshman Jhula, a suspension bridge that spans the Ganges. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Triveni Ghat and attend the Ganga Aarti. End the evening with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider taking a day trip to the picturesque hill station of Mussoorie. You can also take part in adventure activities like river rafting and bungee jumping in Rishikesh. To maximize your fun, try to wake up early and make the most of your day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kainchi Dham Nainital (3-4 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (5-6 hours, free)
  • Gouri Kund (3-4 hours, free)
  • Har Ki Pauri Ghat (2-3 hours, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, 150 INR)
  • Lakshman Jhula (1-2 hours, free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 150 INR

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