Rishikesh and Kedarnath 5-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    From Haridwar to Rishikesh (1 hour drive)

    Experience the serenity at Triveni Ghat, take the Lakshman Jhula bridge, visit the Beatles Ashram and attend the highly spiritual Ganga Aarti in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath Temple
    From Rishikesh to Kedarnath (7-8 hour drive)

    Take a helicopter ride or trek through the valleys to reach the Kedarnath Temple. The unparalleled beauty of the temple and the surrounding mountains will be a humbling experience.

  3. Day 3: Kedar Valley
    Exploration of Kedar valley

    Take a walk to the Vasuki Taal, a lake nestled amidst mountains or the Gandhi Sarovar lake, both offer a scenic and peaceful experience. You can also enjoy a hot water bath in Gaurikund or simply unwind in the company of nature.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh Ghat
    Drive from Kedarnath to Rishikesh (6-7 hours)

    Revisit the city of Rishikesh and explore its deep-rooted culture. Take a boat ride in the calm waters of the Ganges, shop for souvenirs in the diverse markets or simply dine at one of its rooftop cafes with an unmatched view.

  5. Day 5: Shivpuri and Rajaji Park
    Drive from Rishikesh to Rajaji Park, the park is around 45 minutes (16km) away

    Experience the thrill of adventure sports in Shivpuri or take a jungle safari in Rajaji National Park. Be amazed by the beauty of Indian wildlife in its natural habitat.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
  • Lakshman Jhula (1 hour, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Ganga Aarti (2 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Taal (3-4 hours, free)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (3-4 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund hot water bath (2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Boat ride in the Ganges (1 hour, INR 1500 per person)
  • Rooftop cafe (2 hours, INR 800 per person)
  • Adventure sports in Shivpuri (4 hours, INR 1800 per person)
  • Jungle Safari in Rajaji National park (4 hours, INR 3500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 13,800 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a trip to Dehradun for its beautiful natural gardens, or take a dip in the hot springs of Kempty falls. If you have less time, you can shorten the trip by skipping the visit to the Gandhi Sarovar lake, the boat ride or the jungle safari.

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