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

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    Start your day with a visit to Har Ki Pauri, one of the most sacred ghats in Haridwar. Then, head to Mansa Devi Temple for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, attend the grand Ganga Aarti ceremony on the banks of the river.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath
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    9 hours (236 km) from Haridwar

    Take a helicopter ride to Kedarnath and visit the ancient Kedarnath Temple. Enjoy the scenic views of the Himalayan range and the surrounding valleys. In the evening, take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath

    Spend the day exploring the nearby areas and enjoy activities like trekking, camping, and bird watching.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    7 hours (224 km) from Kedarnath

    Head to Badrinath and visit the Badrinath Temple, one of the four sacred Char Dham sites. Explore the town and go for a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs. In the evening, attend the Badrinath Aarti ceremony.

  5. Day 5: Badrinath

    Take a scenic drive to Mana village, the last Indian village on the Indo-Tibetan border. Visit the famous Vyas Gufa and Ganesh Gufa caves and explore the surrounding areas.

  6. Day 6: Haridwar
    9 hours (311 km) from Badrinath

    Head back to Haridwar and spend the day exploring the city's local markets and street food scene. Visit the Chandi Devi and Bharat Mata temples for a spiritual experience.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    Depart from Haridwar with memories of a lifetime.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to Rishikesh, also known as the "Yoga Capital of the World". Enjoy adventure sports like white water rafting, bungee jumping and camping or explore the city's temples and ashrams. Make sure to try the local cuisine, especially the famous Rishikesh Lassi.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (1-2 hours, INR 200)
  • Ganga Aarti (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2-3 hours, INR 1,100 helicopter ride + INR 50 entrance fee)
  • Tapt Kund (1-2 hours, free)
  • Badrinath Temple (1-2 hours, INR 50)
  • Mana Village (2-3 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (1-2 hours, INR 200)
  • Bharat Mata Temple (1-2 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,700 per person
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