Seven Days of Adventure in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Tungnath, Gangotri

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    30 minutes (13.9 km) from Dehradun

    Explore Har Ki Pauri, an ancient ghat on the banks of the Ganges, and witness the evening Ganga aarti. Visit Mansa Devi Temple and take the ropeway for magnificent views.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    1 hour 20 minutes (36.1 km) from Haridwar

    Experience the thrill of river rafting or bungee jumping or meditate at Beatles Ashram. Take a dip at Triveni Ghat, visit the famous Lakshman Jhula and Neer Garh Waterfall.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    9 hours (238 km) from Rishikesh

    Visit Kedarnath Temple, one of the holiest shiva shrines nestled amidst snow-capped Himalayas. Enjoy spectacular views of Himalayan peaks at Gandhi Sarovar and trek to Vasuki Tal.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    4 hours 40 minutes (153 km) from Kedarnath

    Experience eternal bliss at Badrinath Temple and take a dip at Tapt Kund. Visit the sacred hot water springs at Mana village, Vyas Gufa, and Neelkanth Peak.

  5. Day 5: Tungnath
    5 hours 40 minutes (176 km) from Badrinath

    Trek to the highest Shiva temple, Tungnath Temple surrounded by the Kedarkantha Peak. Continue trekking to the scenic Chandrashila Peak. Enjoy serene views of the Himalayan ranges.

  6. Day 6: Gangotri
    11 hours (251 km) from Tungnath

    Visit the origin of the holy Ganges river at Gangotri Temple. Trek to the pristine Gaumukh Glacier and explore nearby waterfalls and trails.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
    7 hours 50 minutes (230 km) from Gangotri

    Return to Haridwar via Tehri Dam and New Tehri town. In Haridwar, visit Chandi Devi Temple and enjoy the view from Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary. Shop at Bara Bazaar.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Har Ki Pauri (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (1-2 hours, INR 170 including ropeway)
  • River Rafting or Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, INR 1000-4000)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Lakshman Jhula (1-2 hours, free)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2-3 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Trek (2 days, INR 6000-8000 including guide and stay)
  • Badrinath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Trek to Tungnath and Chandrashila (1 day, INR 2000-2500 including guide, stay and meals)
  • Gangotri Temple and trek to Gaumukh Glacier (1-2 days, INR 6000-8000 including guide and stay)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (1-2 hours, INR 75 including ropeway)
  • Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 300)
  • Bara Bazaar (2-3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 20,000-30,000

Useful Tips:

For a shorter trip, consider omitting Gangotri or Tungnath. Alternatively, extend the trip to include Yamunotri, Joshimath, or Auli. Wear comfortable shoes and carry sunscreen, rain gear, and sufficient water. Keep important documents in a safe place while trekking and explore local cuisines.

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