7-Day Itinerary for Haridwar, Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    Estimated travel time from your hotel: 20 minutes (6.8 km)

    Visit the Har Ki Pauri for the Evening Ganga Aarti, Take a dip in Holy River Ganges, and visit the Chandi Devi Temple for breathtaking views of the city.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath
    Estimated travel time from Haridwar: 7 hours (240 km)

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva and located in the snow-capped mountains at an altitude of 3,583 meters.

  3. Day 3: Badrinath
    Estimated travel time from Kedarnath: 7 hours (225 km)

    Visit the Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, (Note: the temple remains closed during winter due to heavy snowfall, usually from early November till late-April)

  4. Day 4: Tungnath
    Estimated travel time from Badrinath: 7 hours (230 km) or from Rishikesh: 9 hours (240 km)

    Trek to one of the highest Shiva temple - Tungnath - through lush green meadows and snow-clad mountains.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    Estimated travel time from Tungnath: 6 hours (200 km)

    Visit Beatles Ashram and take blessings from Trayambakeshwar Temple located in the holy town of Rishikesh which is also known as the Yoga Capital of India.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    Distance from your hotel: 15 minutes (5.2 km)

    Participate in morning yoga classes, do river rafting in the holy Ganges, visit the Neer Garh Waterfall for a scenic beauty of the waterfall

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    Distance from your hotel: 20 minutes (6.5 km)

    Take an Ayurvedic massage, visit the Swarg Ashram that promotes a healthy and spiritual lifestyle, buy souvenirs from Rishikesh Market.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chandi Devi Temple (2-3 hours, INR 200 per person)
  • Kedarnath Trek (1-2 days, INR 10,000 per person including accommodation and meals)
  • Badrinath Temple (2-3 hours, Free Entry)
  • Tungnath Trek (6-7 hours, INR 100 per person for entry fee)
  • Beatles Ashram (2-3 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall Trek (2-3 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Swarg Ashram (1-2 hours, Free Entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,500 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Yamunotri, Gangotri, and Kedarnath or if you have less time, consider visiting Haridwar and Rishikesh. Don't forget to carry your ID proofs and cash as many places do not accept online payments. And remember to carry comfortable shoes and warm clothes as the weather may get chilly especially during the winter months.

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