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7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Haridwar, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    30 minutes (12.6 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    In the morning, visit the Mansa Devi Temple, take a dip in the holy Ganges, and participate in the Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath
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    10 hours (247 km) from Haridwar

    Spend the day trekking to the Kedarnath Temple and taking in the beautiful mountain views along the way.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
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    Explore the nearby Chorabari Tal and Vasuki Tal lakes, and experience the local culture and cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    9 hours (220 km) from Kedarnath

    Visit the Badrinath Temple and the nearby Tapt Kund hot springs, and take a scenic drive through the Himalayas.

  5. Day 5: Badrinath
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    Explore the Mana village, the Vasudhara and Bhim Pul waterfalls, and the Neelkanth peak.

  6. Day 6: Haridwar
    10 hours (307 km) from Badrinath

    In the morning, visit the Daksheswara Mahadev Temple, the Chandi Devi Temple, and the Shantikunj Ashram. In the afternoon, enjoy a stroll along the Har Ki Pauri ghat and try some local street food.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
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    Take a day trip to the Rajaji National Park, where you can go on a wildlife safari and spot tigers, elephants, and other exotic animals. In the evening, relax with a scenic boat ride on the Ganges.

Recommendations

You may also want to consider taking a side trip to the Valley of Flowers National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to over 500 species of plants and flowers. To maximize your fun, be sure to bring comfortable and sturdy shoes for trekking, warm clothes for the mountain weather, and a camera to capture the beautiful scenery.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Mansa Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kedarnath Trek (1 day, Rs. 3,000 for guide and permits)
  • Chorabari Tal (3 hours, free)
  • Badrinath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Tapt Kund (2 hours, Rs. 100 for entry)
  • Mana Village (2 hours, free)
  • Vasudhara Waterfall (3 hours, free)
  • Daksheswara Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, Rs. 200 for cable car)
  • Shantikunj Ashram (1 hour, free)
  • Rajaji National Park (1 day, Rs. 1,500 for safari)
  • Boat Ride on Ganges (1 hour, Rs. 200 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 4,300 per person
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