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5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary: Haridwar to Kedarnath and Badrinath in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    1 hour 10 minutes (22.9 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport

    In the morning visit the Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges River. In the afternoon, head to Chandi Devi Temple for breathtaking views of the city. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti, a daily prayer ritual that happens at sunset.

  2. Day 2: Rudraprayag
    3 hours 30 minutes (99.5 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning visit Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, visit the picturesque town of Rudraprayag and take a dip in the holy confluence of the Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. In the evening, relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    2 hours 38 minutes (62.4 miles) from Rudraprayag

    In the morning, embark on a trek to Kedarnath, one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. Afternoon, explore the Kedarnath Temple, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas and relax.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    7 hours 49 minutes (192 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, embark on a scenic drive to Badrinath, one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites. In the afternoon, visit the Badrinath Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In the evening, relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings.

  5. Day 5: Haridwar
    9 hours 30 minutes (305 miles) from Badrinath

    In the morning, start your journey back to Haridwar. En route, visit the Joshimath Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, visit the Triveni Ghat, a confluence of three sacred rivers. In the evening, relax and enjoy the calm and peaceful surroundings.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, a famous temple located in Pauri Garhwal district. You can also plan a day trip to Rishikesh, a spiritual town located a short distance from Haridwar. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and go shopping for souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (2 hours, Free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 200 per person)
  • Ganga Aarti (1 hour, Free)
  • Koteshwar Mahadev Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Rudraprayag (3 hours, Free)
  • Trek to Kedarnath (8 hours, INR 3000 per person)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Drive to Badrinath (8 hours, INR 3000 per person)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Joshimath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Triveni Ghat (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3200 per person

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