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5-Day Itinerary for Gangotri and Yamunotri in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Gangotri
    3 hours 45 minutes (99.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

    Visit the Gangotri Temple, located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, and take a dip in the holy water. In the afternoon, trek to the beautiful Pandav Gufa and see the natural rock formations. In the evening, witness the Ganga Aarti at the temple.

  2. Day 2: Yamunotri
    4 hours 30 minutes (143 km) from Gangotri

    Visit the Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to the goddess Yamuna. Take a dip in the hot springs of the Surya Kund. In the afternoon, trek to the beautiful waterfall of Janki Chatti and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the evening, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

  3. Day 3: Gangotri National Park
    3 hours 15 minutes (80.6 km) from Yamunotri

    Explore the Gangotri National Park and witness the diverse flora and fauna. Visit the Bhagirathi Shila and Gaumukh Glacier. In the afternoon, trek to the beautiful Tapovan meadow and watch the stunning sunset. In the evening, enjoy the local cuisine and cultural activities.

  4. Day 4: Uttarkashi
    2 hours 30 minutes (84.8 km) from Gangotri National Park

    Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. In the afternoon, trek to the Dodital Lake and enjoy the scenic beauty of the valley. In the evening, explore the local markets and buy souvenirs.

  5. Day 5: Gangnani
    2 hours 5 minutes (61.4 km) from Uttarkashi

    Visit the ancient temple of Gangnani and take a dip in the hot springs. Trek to the beautiful Dayara Bugyal and enjoy the picturesque landscape. In the evening, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the stunning Harsil Valley or the serene Kedar Tal. For adventure enthusiasts, rafting in the Bhagirathi River or rock climbing in the Uttarkashi region are great options. You can also maximize your fun by attending the local fairs and festivals, such as the Dussehra and Diwali celebrations.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gangotri Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Pandav Gufa (1 hour, free)
  • Ganga Aarti (1 hour, free)
  • Yamunotri Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Surya Kund (1 hour, free)
  • Janki Chatti (1 hour, free)
  • Gangotri National Park (4 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Bhagirathi Shila (1 hour, free)
  • Tapovan meadow (2 hours, free)
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Dodital Lake (4 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Gangnani Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Dayara Bugyal (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1200 per person
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