8-Day Adventure Itinerary: Kedarnath, Badhrinath, Rishikesh, and More

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    5 hours (104 km) from Dehradun Airport

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple - a stunning Hindu temple situated amidst the Himalayas. Take on a thrilling 16 km trek from Gaurikund for a scenic adventure.

  2. Day 2: Badhrinath
    3.5 hours (140 km) from Kedarnath

    Explore the Badrinath Temple - an ancient Hindu pilgrimage site, and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    8 hours (290 km) from Badhrinath

    Experience adventure sports like white water rafting, bungee jumping, and zipline at Rishikesh - the yoga capital of the world.

  4. Day 4: Tungnath and Chandrashila Peak
    3 hours (100 km) from Rishikesh

    Take a breathtaking hike to the Tungnath Temple, one of the Panch Kedar, the highest Shiva shrine in the world. The trek continues to the Chandrashila Peak, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas.

  5. Day 5: Mana Village
    5.5 hours (235 km) from Tungnath and Chandrashila Peak

    Explore the last inhabited village on the Indo-Tibetan border - Mana Village, known for its ancient cave dwellings and impressive vistas.

  6. Day 6: Vasundhara Falls
    2 hours (50 km) from Mana Village

    Awesome and powerful, the stunning Vasundhara Falls is set amidst charming valleys, with a picturesque cascading view that's perfect for photos.

  7. Day 7: Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib
    4 hours (130 km) from Vasundhara Falls

    Take a trek to the spiritual shrine of Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib, one of the holiest pilgrimage sites of the Sikhs.

  8. Day 8: Rishikesh
    5 hours (220 km) from Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib

    End the trip at Rishikesh, indulging in some souvenir shopping for authentic Indian goods, and enjoying local street food.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Badhrinath Temple (3 hours, Free entry)
  • Adventure sports in Rishikesh (4 hours, ₹1500 - ₹5000)
  • Tungnath Temple & Chandrashila Peak Trek (6 hours, ₹1000 - ₹2000)
  • Mana Village (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Vasundhara Falls (1-2 hours, Free entry)
  • Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib Trek (6-8 hours, ₹2000 - ₹5000)
  • Street shopping and food in Rishikesh (2 hours, ₹500 - ₹1500)

  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹7500 - ₹17000

Useful Tips

For those with an additional day or two, the Valley of Flowers National Park and Haridwar are worthy destinations for a visit. For those with less time, consider excluding Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib or Vasundhara Falls from the itinerary.

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