Visit the Yamunotri Temple, located on the banks of the Yamuna River, and take a dip in the Janki Chatti hot water springs.
Day 2: Gangotri
6 hours (230 km) from Yamunotri
Explore the Gangotri Temple and witness the Ganges river at its origin, the Gaumukh Glacier.
Day 3: Halt in Uttarkashi
2 hours (98 km) from Gangotri
Relax and explore Uttarkashi's local markets or visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Day 4: Kedarnath
5 hours (117 km) from Uttarkashi
Hike to the Kedarnath Temple and pay homage to Lord Shiva. Spend the night in nearby guesthouses.
Day 5: Halt in Kedarnath
Take a ride on a pony or a helicopter to Vasuki Tal, a serene mountain lake, or explore the nearby Gandhi Sarovar glacial lake.
Day 6: Badrinath
10 hours (223 km) from Kedarnath
Explore the famous Badrinath Temple and visit the Tapt Kund hot springs for a spiritually cleansing dip.
Day 7: Halt in Badrinath
Take a 20 km scenic drive to the Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that boasts meadows of colorful alpine flowers or visit the nearby Mata Murti Temple.
Day 8: Rishikesh
9 hours (304 km) from Badrinath
Spend the day in the "Yoga Capital of the World" Rishikesh. Explore the Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge or witness the evening Ganga aarti ceremony.
Time and Costs Estimates
Yamunotri Temple (2 hours, free)
Janki Chatti hot water springs (1 hour, free)
Gangotri Temple (2 hours, free)
Gaumukh Glacier (6 hours, free)
Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1 hour, free)
Kedarnath Temple (3 hours, free)
Vasuki Tal (6 hours, varies based on mode of transportation)
Gandhi Sarovar (6 hours, free)
Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
Tapt Kund hot springs (1 hour, free)
Valley of Flowers (4 hours, entry fee INR 150 per person)
Mata Murti Temple (1 hour, free)
Lakshman Jhula (1 hour, free)
Ganga aarti ceremony (1 hour, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 150 per person
Useful Tips
If you have more time, consider visiting Haridwar, a major Hindu pilgrimage site, or go on a trek to Kedarkantha Peak. If you have less time, skip visiting Gandhi Sarovar or Vasuki Tal, and spend more time in Kedarnath or Badrinath.