7-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath

1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
   2 hours (16.9 km) from Guptkashi

   Explore the ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and take a dip in the holy Mandakini river.

2. Day 2: Chandrashila Peak
   5 hours (10 km) from Chopta

   Trek to the summit of Chandrashila, the highest peak in the area with stunning views of the Himalayas.

3. Day 3: Tungnath Temple
   1.5 hours (4.5 km) from Chopta

   Hike to one of the Panch Kedar temples, Tungnath, which is the highest Shiva temple in the world.

4. Day 4: Gandhi Sarovar Lake
   3 hours (8 km) from Kedarnath Temple

   Visit the tranquil glacial lake named after Mahatma Gandhi and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

5. Day 5: Sonprayag
   2 hours (20.5 km) from Kedarnath Temple

   Discover the small village of Sonprayag, surrounded by scenic mountains and the confluence of Mandakini and Son Ganga.

6. Day 6: Gaurikund
   1 hour (4.4 km) from Sonprayag

   Explore the holy town of Gaurikund, famous for its thermal springs and as the starting point of the Kedarnath trek.

7. Day 7: Kalimath Temple
   2.5 hours (61.5 km) from Gaurikund

   Visit the ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kali and experience the serene surroundings of the Garhwal Himalayas.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
• Chandrashila Peak (5 hours, free)
• Tungnath Temple (1.5 hours, free)
• Gandhi Sarovar Lake (3 hours, free)
• Sonprayag (2 hours, free)
• Gaurikund (1 hour, free)
• Kalimath Temple (2.5 hours, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: Free

Useful Tips

For those with more time, consider adding a visit to Guptkashi and Ukhimath which are dotted with ancient temples. If you have less time, skip Gandhi Sarovar and Kalimath Temple.