6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Delhi Kedarnath Badrinath Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Delhi
    Indira Gandhi International Airport (0 km) to Jama Masjid (21 km)

    Visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. Take a rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk and try some delicious street food. Later, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Red Fort and enjoy the sound and light show in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Haridwar
    Delhi to Haridwar (209 km, 5 hours)

    Reach Haridwar by road. After checking into the hotel, visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat, a holy place where the river Ganga is worshipped. Visit the famous Mansa Devi temple by cable car and enjoy the scenic view from the top.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    Haridwar to Kedarnath (222 km, 9 hours including 21 km trek)

    Start early in the morning and reach Sonprayag by road. From Sonprayag, start a 21 km trek to reach the famous Kedarnath temple. Witness the beautiful views of the snow-covered mountains and spend some time in the lap of nature.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    Kedarnath to Badrinath (223 km, 8.5 hours)

    Start early in the morning to reach the Badrinath temple by afternoon. After seeking blessings at the temple, visit the Mana Village, believed to be the last Indian village before Tibet and witness the natural rock bridge over the Saraswati river.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    Badrinath to Rishikesh (310 km, 10 hours)

    Reach Rishikesh in the evening. Walk over the Lakshman Jhula, an iron suspension bridge, and explore the famous Triveni Ghat where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers merge. Attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti with twinkling diyas at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    Visit local attractions

    Visit the Beatles Ashram, the famous ashram where the Beatles stayed and composed their songs, or take part in adventure activities like river rafting, bungee jumping, and flying fox. Later, visit the Neergarh Waterfall and spend some time in nature.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jama Masjid (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Red Fort (2-3 hours, INR 35 per person)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2-3 hours, INR 170 per person for cable car)
  • Kedarnath Trek (10-12 hours, INR 4000-5000 per person)
  • Badrinath Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Ganga Aarti (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 600 per person)
  • Adventure Activities (3-4 hours, INR 2000-5000 per person)
  • Neergarh Waterfall (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6500-10500 per person

Useful Tips

For those with less time, consider exploring only Delhi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh. For those with more time, consider adding Auli for skiing or a Rishikesh camping trip. It is also recommended to check weather conditions before planning a trip to Kedarnath and Badrinath as the region is prone to frequent landslides and road closures.

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