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5-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath and Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in the Kedarnath mountain range
    Estimated travel time from Jolly Grant Airport to Kedarnath: 9 hours (225 km)

    Visit the iconic Kedarnath Temple, one of the four sacred shrines in Hinduism. Located in the picturesque Kedarnath mountain range, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and attracts thousands of devotees every year. Take a helicopter ride or trek to the temple to enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas.

  2. Day 2: Neer Garh Waterfall and Lakshman Jhula
    Neer Garh Waterfall (1 hour 30 minutes from Kedarnath Temple) and Lakshman Jhula (1 hour 30 minutes from Neer Garh Waterfall)

    Start your day with a visit to the Neer Garh Waterfall, a beautiful natural wonder surrounded by lush greenery. Take a dip in the cool waters or explore the nearby trekking trails. In the evening, head to Lakshman Jhula, a popular suspended bridge over the Ganges river. Enjoy a sunset walk and shop for souvenirs at the nearby markets.

  3. Day 3: Triveni Ghat and Parmarth Niketan
    Triveni Ghat (30 minutes from Lakshman Jhula) and Parmarth Niketan (10 minutes from Triveni Ghat)

    Start your day with a visit to Triveni Ghat, a famous bathing ghat at the confluence of three sacred rivers - Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. Witness the daily Ganga Aarti ceremony, a spiritual ritual of worship and offering to the river. In the afternoon, head to Parmarth Niketan, a beautiful ashram known for its yoga and meditation programs. Attend a yoga class or explore the serene gardens and temples.

  4. Day 4: Rajaji National Park
    Located 1 hour 30 minutes from Parmarth Niketan

    Spend a day exploring the lush forests and diverse wildlife of Rajaji National Park. Take a guided jeep safari and spot tigers, leopards, elephants, and more. Enjoy a picnic lunch and take a dip in the nearby rivers.

  5. Day 5: Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Aarti
    Har Ki Pauri (1 hour from Rajaji National Park)

    End your trip with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges river. Take a holy dip in the river and witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony, a mesmerizing ritual of fire and music. Say goodbye to the spiritual and natural beauty of Kedarnath and Rishikesh with a heart full of memories.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours): Free
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (3 hours): Free
  • Lakshman Jhula (2 hours): Free
  • Triveni Ghat (2 hours): Free
  • Parmarth Niketan (3 hours): Free
  • Rajaji National Park (6 hours): INR 1500 per person for jeep safari
  • Har Ki Pauri (2 hours): Free
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1500 per person
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