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7-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri in May 2024

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    2 hours 30 minutes (47.9 miles) from Dehradun

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple in the morning, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, take a helicopter tour of the beautiful Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, which is the home of many rare and endangered species. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Mandakini River.

  2. Day 2: Badrinath
    5 hours 33 minutes (163.6 miles) from Kedarnath

    Start your day with a visit to the Badrinath Temple, which is one of the four Chota Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. After lunch, explore the Mana Village, India’s last village on the border of Tibet. In the evening, relax at the Tapt Kund Hot Spring, which is believed to have medicinal properties.

  3. Day 3: Yamunotri
    6 hours 30 minutes (198.8 miles) from Badrinath

    Begin your day with a visit to the Yamunotri Temple, which is one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Take a dip in the natural hot water spring of Janki Chatti. In the evening, explore the Kharsali Village and witness the beauty of the nearby waterfalls.

  4. Day 4: Gangotri
    9 hours 14 minutes (251.6 miles) from Yamunotri

    Visit the Gangotri Temple, which is one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Take a dip in the holy Bhagirathi River. Enjoy a scenic trek to Gaumukh Glacier, the source of the Ganges River. In the evening, relax at the Garam Kund Hot Spring.

  5. Day 5: Haridwar
    6 hours 47 minutes (182.0 miles) from Gangotri

    Begin your day with a visit to the Har Ki Pauri Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in India, and take part in the Ganga Aarti. Explore the Mansa Devi Temple, which is located atop the Bilwa Parvat and offers stunning views of the city. In the evening, enjoy some street food at the famous Haridwar Bazaar.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    47 minutes (14.8 miles) from Haridwar

    Start your day with a visit to the Beatles Ashram, a spiritual retreat and meditation center that was visited by the Beatles in 1968. Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in river rafting and bungee jumping at Shivpuri. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat and witness the floating diyas.

  7. Day 7: Dehradun
    1 hour 9 minutes (26.5 miles) from Rishikesh

    Begin your day with a visit to the Robber’s Cave, a river cave formation located near Dehradun. Visit the Mindrolling Monastery, which is known for its magnificent architecture and is one of the largest Buddhist centers in India. In the evening, go shopping at the Paltan Bazaar and try some local delicacies.

Recommendations

While in Rishikesh, you can also visit the Neer Garh Waterfall and the Rajaji National Park for a wildlife safari. If you have more time, you can plan a side trip to Auli for skiing or to Mussoorie for a hill-station experience. Make sure to carry appropriate clothing and gear for the trekking and adventure activities.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Helicopter tour of Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (1 hour, INR 7,500)
  • Visit to the Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Exploration of Mana Village (2 hours, free)
  • Visit to the Yamunotri Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Trek to Gaumukh Glacier (6 hours, INR 5,000)
  • Visit to Gangotri Temple (2 hours, free)
  • River rafting and bungee jumping at Shivpuri (3 hours, INR 3,000)
  • Visit to the Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150)
  • Visit to Robber’s Cave (2 hours, free)
  • Visit to Mindrolling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Shopping at Paltan Bazaar (2 hours, variable)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 15,150
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