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7-Day Cultural Immersion Itinerary for Kedarnath, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Badrinath in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    17 hours (487 miles) from Delhi International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, situated amid snow-capped mountains. In the afternoon, explore the Gandhi Sarovar, Vasuki Tal, and Bhairava Temple. In the evening, attend the captivating Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Kedarnath Temple.

  2. Day 2: Haridwar
    6 hours (128 miles) from Kedarnath

    Start your day early by taking a dip in the holy Ganges at Har Ki Pauri. Later, visit the Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi temples by cable car. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Har Ki Pauri.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    1 hour (19 miles) from Haridwar

    Start your day with a yoga and meditation session at Parmarth Niketan. Visit the Beatles Ashram, where the Beatles stayed and composed music in 1968. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    20 minutes (3.3 miles) from your hotel

    Visit the Neer Garh Waterfall, a serene and picturesque waterfall surrounded by hills. Afterward, visit the Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge and explore the local markets. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

  5. Day 5: Badrinath
    9 hours (190 miles) from Rishikesh

    Visit the Badrinath Temple, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs and visit the Neelkanth Peak, a snowy mountain peak named after Lord Shiva. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Badrinath Temple.

  6. Day 6: Badrinath
    20 minutes (1.2 miles) from your hotel

    Visit the Vasudhara Falls, a stunning waterfall located amid the Himalayan Mountains. Later, visit the Mana Village, the last Indian village before the Indo-China border. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Badrinath Temple.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    9 hours (192 miles) from Badrinath

    Return to Rishikesh and spend the day at your leisure. You can visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple, the Geeta Bhawan, or attend yoga classes at one of the many ashrams. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh Gurudwara located at an altitude of 15,200 feet. You can also experience river rafting in Rishikesh or go for a nature walk in the surrounding forests. To maximize your fun, try the local street food and buy souvenirs from the local markets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (3 hours, free)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal (2 hours, free)
  • Bhairava Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Har Ki Pauri (2 hours, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, $3)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, $3)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, $4)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (3 hours, free)
  • Lakshman Jhula (2 hours, free)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Tapt Kund (1 hour, free)
  • Neelkanth Peak (2 hours, free)
  • Vasudhara Falls (4 hours, free)
  • Mana Village (3 hours, free)
  • Trimbakeshwar Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Geeta Bhawan (2 hours, free)
  • Yoga Classes (1 hour, $10)
  • Street Food and Souvenirs (3 hours, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $43

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