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Delhi to Kedarnath Itinerary - July 2023

  1. Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar
    4 hours 30 minutes (142.7 km) via NH334

    In the morning, visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, before heading to Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. In the afternoon, visit the Akshardham Temple, a beautiful Hindu temple complex. In the evening, travel to Haridwar, the 'Gateway to the Gods'

  2. Day 2: Haridwar to Rudraprayag
    6 hours 30 minutes (170.7 km) via NH7

    Start the day with a refreshing dip in the Ganges at Har Ki Pauri, the most famous ghat in Haridwar. In the afternoon, visit the ancient Daksheswara Mahadev Temple and the historic Chandi Devi Temple. In the evening, travel to the picturesque town of Rudraprayag, located at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers.

  3. Day 3: Rudraprayag to Guptkashi
    2 hours 20 minutes (74.2 km) via NH7

    In the morning, visit the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, located in a beautiful cave beside the Alaknanda river. In the afternoon, explore Rudraprayag's history at the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and Museum. In the evening, travel to Guptkashi, the 'hidden Kashi'

  4. Day 4: Guptkashi to Kedarnath
    2 hours (32.8 km) via Gaurikund Road

    Start the day with a visit to the ancient Vishwanath Temple in Guptkashi. In the afternoon, travel to Gaurikund and then begin the 14 km trek to Kedarnath. In the evening, reach Kedarnath and witness the Aarti at the Kedarnath Temple.

  5. Day 5: Kedarnath to Guptkashi
    4 hours (14.5 km) via Gaurikund Road

    Explore the Kedarnath Temple and the surrounding scenic beauty in the morning. In the afternoon, trek back to Gaurikund and travel to Guptkashi. In the evening, relax and unwind.

  6. Day 6: Guptkashi to Rishikesh
    6 hours (182.1 km) via NH7

    Start the day with a visit to the ancient Vishwanath Temple in Guptkashi. In the afternoon, travel to Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world, and explore the Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula bridges. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh to Delhi
    5 hours 30 minutes (241.2 km) via NH334 and NH44

    Visit the Beatles Ashram in the morning, where the band members stayed and composed music in 1968. In the afternoon, explore the Neer Garh Waterfall and the Rajaji National Park. In the evening, return to Delhi and reminisce about the wonderful journey.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include the Triveni Ghat and Bharat Mata Mandir in Haridwar, the Manikarnika Ghat and Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, and the Tehri Dam and Surkanda Devi Temple in Rishikesh. Day trips to Auli and Badrinath are highly recommended. To maximize fun, try local cuisines like Garhwali and Kumaoni food and attend cultural events like the Kumbh Mela and Ganga Dussehra.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jama Masjid (1 hour, free)
  • Raj Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Akshardham Temple (2 hours, INR 170 per person)
  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Daksheswara Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, fee INR 200 per person)
  • Koteshwar Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and Museum (2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Vishwanath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula bridges (1 hour, free)
  • Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan (1 hour, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (1 hour, INR 150 per person)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Rajaji National Park (3 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 600 per person

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