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Kedarnath and Shimla 5-Day Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in the Kedarnath Range of the Himalayas, 21 hours from Delhi by car

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple in the morning, one of the most sacred temples for Hindu devotees. In the afternoon, trek to Vasuki Tal, a high altitude lake located 6 km from Kedarnath. Enjoy the evening aarti at the temple.

  2. Day 2: Yamunotri
    6 hours (214 km) from Kedarnath by car

    Visit Yamunotri, one of the four sacred shrines in Hinduism. Take a dip in the hot springs and trek to Saptarishi Kund, a glacial lake. In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

  3. Day 3: Shimla Ridge
    9 hours (390 km) from Yamunotri by car

    Explore the famous Shimla Ridge in the morning, a wide-open street lined with shops, restaurants and historical buildings. In the afternoon, visit the Jakhoo Temple, a famous temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. In the evening, watch a sunset at Scandal Point, a popular spot for tourists.

  4. Day 4: Kufri
    1 hour (17 km) from Shimla Ridge by car

    Visit Kufri in the morning, a popular hill station famous for its trekking and hiking trails. In the afternoon, explore the Himalayan Nature Park and visit the Chini Bungalow, a famous tourist attraction. In the evening, return to Shimla for dinner and overnight stay.

  5. Day 5: The Mall Road
    1 hour (15 km) from Kufri by car

    Explore the famous Mall Road in the morning, a premier shopping destination with various shops selling local handicrafts, branded clothes, and jewelry. In the afternoon, visit the Viceregal Lodge, a famous monument and take a stroll in Annandale, a beautiful park. In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting Manali, a beautiful hill station, located 7 hours from Shimla by car. You can also take a toy train ride from Kalka to Shimla for a scenic experience. Don't forget to try the famous Himachali cuisine - dham, siddu, and khoru.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (3 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal trek (4 hours, free)
  • Yamunotri (5 hours, free)
  • Saptarishi Kund trek (3 hours, free)
  • Shimla Ridge (3 hours, free)
  • Jakhoo Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Scandal Point (1 hour, free)
  • Kufri (4 hours, INR 500 for entry to Himalayan Nature Park)
  • Chini Bungalow (1 hour, INR 100 entry fee)
  • Mall Road (3 hours, free)
  • Viceregal Lodge (2 hours, INR 20 entry fee)
  • Annandale (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 620
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