7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Haridwar, Rishikesh, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri

1. Day 1: Haridwar
   30 minutes (16.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

   Take a dip in the holy river Ganga at Har Ki Pauri ghat, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, and attend the evening aarti ceremony at the ghat.

2. Day 2: Rishikesh
   1 hour 10 minutes (45.1 km) from Haridwar

   Visit Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges, explore the Beatles Ashram, and attend the evening aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

3. Day 3: Kedarnath
   10 hours (248 km) from Rishikesh

   Take a helicopter ride to the Kedarnath Temple, one of the char dhams, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs for a spiritual experience.

4. Day 4: Badrinath
   7 hours (189 km) from Kedarnath

   Visit the Badrinath Temple, another one of the char dhams, and the Mana Village, the last Indian village before the China border. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs for a spiritual experience.

5. Day 5: Gangotri
   5 hours (175 km) from Badrinath

   Visit the Gangotri Temple, the source of the river Ganga, and take a dip in the holy river. Explore the scenic town and enjoy the views of the snow-capped Himalayas.

6. Day 6: Yamunotri
   3 hours (100 km) from Gangotri

   Visit the Yamunotri Temple, the source of the river Yamuna, and take a dip in the hot springs at Yamunotri Kund. Explore the scenic town and enjoy the views of the snow-capped Himalayas.

7. Day 7: Rishikesh
   5 hours (218 km) from Yamunotri

   Enjoy the scenic drive back to Rishikesh and explore the town further. Attend the evening aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan and enjoy the local shopping and cuisine.

Recommendations

You can consider taking a side trip to Auli, a scenic hill station, from Badrinath. You can also include a river rafting adventure in Rishikesh, or a bungee jumping experience in Mohan Chatti. To maximize your fun, book your helicopter rides and accommodations in advance. You can also hire a local guide for a more immersive experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
• Mansa Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
• Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 150)
• Kedarnath Temple Helicopter Ride (3 hours, INR 7,000-9,500)
• Mana Village (1-2 hours, free)
• Gangotri Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Yamunotri Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Aarti Ceremony at Parmarth Niketan (1 hour, free)
• River Rafting in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, INR 1,500-2,500)
• Bungee Jumping in Mohan Chatti (2-3 hours, INR 3,000-3,500)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,150-15,150 per person