Kedarnath Badrinath Rishikesh Haridwar Nature Itinerary in September 2023

1. Day 1: Kedarnath
   2 hours and 41 minutes (67.3 km) from Rishikesh

   In the morning, visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Trek through the beautiful snow-capped mountains and witness the stunning views of the Himalayas. Afternoon, take a stroll around the Gandhi Sarovar Lake and enjoy a peaceful evening at Bheembali.

2. Day 2: Badrinath
   5 hours and 12 minutes (160 km) from Kedarnath

   Visit the Badrinath Temple early in the morning and experience the spiritual energy of the place. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund, a natural hot spring, before visiting the Mana Village. Explore the caves and rock formations at the Vyas Gufa and enjoy the evening aarti at the temple.

3. Day 3: Rishikesh
   9 hours and 18 minutes (298 km) from Badrinath

   Start the day with a refreshing dip at the Triveni Ghat and witness the Ganga Aarti in the morning. Visit the Beatles Ashram and walk around the Rajaji National Park. Head to the Laxman Jhula area for some shopping and end the day with a dip at the Neer Garh waterfall.

4. Day 4: Haridwar
   1 hour and 2 minutes (20.5 km) from Rishikesh

   Start the day with a visit to the Har Ki Pauri Ghat to witness the Ganga Aarti in the morning. Explore the ancient temples in the city including the Mansa Devi Temple and the Chandi Devi Temple. Take a dip in the Ganges River and enjoy a scenic view of the sunset from the Har Ki Pauri Ghat.

5. Day 5: Neer Garh Waterfall
   44 minutes (12 km) from Haridwar

   Drive to the Neer Garh Waterfall to witness the beauty of the waterfall and enjoy a picnic by the stream. Trek to the top of the waterfall and take a swim in the natural pools below. Enjoy some local street food and end the day with a beautiful view of the sunset.

6. Day 6: Rajaji National Park
   1 hour and 11 minutes (27 km) from Neer Garh Waterfall

   Start the day with a safari at the Rajaji National Park and spot some exotic wildlife including tigers and leopards. Visit the Kaudiyala adventure camp for some river rafting and other adventure activities. End the day with a visit to the Chilla Dam and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

7. Day 7: Laxman Jhula
   1 hour and 15 minutes (32 km) from Rajaji National Park

   Start the day with a visit to the Laxman Jhula and take a dip in the Ganges River. Walk around the area and visit the Parmarth Niketan Ashram and take part in a yoga session. End the day with a visit to the Trimbakeshwar Temple and enjoy the beautiful views of the sunset.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to Auli for some skiing or trekking. You can also visit the Hemkund Sahib Shrine, Valley of Flowers National Park, or the Kempty Falls. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and sweets. Don't forget to shop for some local handicrafts and souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
• Gandhi Sarovar Lake (1 hour, free)
• Bheembali (2 hours, free)
• Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
• Tapt Kund (30 minutes, free)
• Mana Village (1 hour, free)
• Vyas Gufa (30 minutes, free)
• Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat (1 hour, free)
• Beatles Ashram (1 hour, INR 150)
• Rajaji National Park Safari (4 hours, INR 1500)
• Chandi Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
• River Rafting at Kaudiyala (2 hours, INR 1200)
• Yoga session at Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1 hour, INR 200)
• Trimbakeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,050