5-Day Itinerary: Kedarnath from Hyderabad to Hyderabad

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Kedarnath
    1hr 25min flight from Hyderabad (Departure time: 8AM)

    Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take a walk to Kedarnath Temple. This ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India.

  2. Day 2: Guptkashi and Chopta
    1hr 40min drive from Kedarnath

    Head to Guptkashi, a quaint town known for its ancient Shiva temple. Then, make your way to Chopta, a picturesque hill station with stunning views of the Himalayas. Don't forget to take a short trek to Tungnath Temple, the highest Shiva temple in the world.

  3. Day 3: Joshimath and Auli
    3hr drive from Chopta

    Visit Joshimath, a holy town with numerous temples and ashrams. Then, head to Auli, a popular skiing destination with breathtaking views of Nanda Devi peak. Take a ropeway ride for panoramic views.

  4. Day 4: Rudraprayag and Devprayag
    3hr drive from Auli

    Next, visit the confluence of the holy rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini in Rudraprayag. Continue to Devprayag, the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, which form the river Ganga. Take a boat ride and learn about the significance of these holy rivers.

  5. Day 5: Return to Hyderabad
    1hr 20min flight from Kedarnath (Departure time: 12PM)

    After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Hyderabad.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Guptkashi Shiva Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Tungnath Trek (2-3 hours, 500 INR per person)
  • Ropeway Ride in Auli (1-2 hours, 1000 INR per person)
  • Boat ride in Devprayag (1 hour, 200 INR per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): 1700 INR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Badrinath Temple or Valley of Flowers National Park. If you have less time, skip Rudraprayag and Devprayag and spend an extra day in Auli for skiing or trekking. Make sure to check opening and closing times of places before planning your itinerary.

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