10-Day Adventure in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradhun, Massoorie, and Kedarnath

1. Day 1: Haridwar
   From Haridwar Railway Station: 10 minutes (2.6 km)

   Pilgrimage to Har Ki Pauri, explore ancient temples and ghats, and witness the evening Ganga Aarti Ceremony.

2. Day 2: Rishikesh
   From Haridwar: 1 hour (22 km)

   Visit the Beatles Ashram and take a dip in the holy river Ganges. Enjoy a peaceful meditation session in the foothills of the Himalayas.

3. Day 3: Dehradhun
   From Rishikesh: 1 hour 30 minutes (44 km)

   Explore Forest Research Institute and Indian Military Academy. Go on a trek to Tiger Falls and enjoy the scenic beauty of Mussoorie time permitting.

4. Day 4: Dehradun Sightseeing
   Within Dehradun

   Visit Mindrolling Monastery, Rajaji National Park, and Gurkhas Fort. Take a walk in Malsi Deer park (if time permits).

5. Day 5: Mussoorie
   From Dehradun: 1 hour (34 km)

   Go on a hike to Kempty falls and explore the scenic beauty of Jabarkhet Nature Reserve. Visit Mussoorie's highest point, Lal Tibba, and shop at Mall Road.

6. Day 6: Travel to Kedarnath
   From Mussoorie: 6 hours (161 km)

   Travel to Kedarnath between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm. Witness the holy temple of Lord Shiva and take in the scenic beauty of this picturesque town. Night stay in Kedarnath.

7. Day 7: Kedarnath
   Within Kedarnath

   Explore the holy town, visit Bhairavnath Temple, and trek to Gandhi Sarovar. Enjoy the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Kedarnath Temple at 6:30 pm.

8. Day 8: Kedarnath to Gaurikund
   From Kedarnath: 1 hour (17 km)

   Travel to Gaurikund, take a dip in the hot springs, and enjoy the scenic beauty of this small town. Night stay in Gaurikund.

9. Day 9: Return to Rishikesh
   From Gaurikund: 6 hours (208 km)

   Return to Rishikesh and enjoy river rafting in the Ganges. Visit Neer Garh Waterfall and attend Ganga Aarti ceremony in Triveni Ghat.

10. Day 10: Departure
    From Rishikesh Railway Station or Dehradun Airport

    Depart from Rishikesh or Dehradun.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Entrance fees to Temples and National Park (INR 100 - 300 per person)
• Food and snacks (INR 1000 - 1500 per day)
• Transportation (INR 15000 - 20000 total)
• Expected total cost per person: INR 30,000 - INR 35,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a 2-day trip to Auli. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the winter seasons. If you have less time, eliminate days 3 and 4 without missing out on major tourist attractions.