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7-Day Itinerary for "4 Dham Yatra" in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Yamunotri
    2 hours (42 miles) from Dehradun Airport

    In the morning, take a dip in the hot springs of Janki Chatti, followed by a visit to the Yamunotri Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic trek to Saptarishi Kund, and in the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  2. Day 2: Gangotri
    5 hours (109 miles) from Yamunotri

    In the morning, visit the Gangotri Temple and take a dip in the holy Ganges river. After lunch, hike to the stunning Gaumukh Glacier and enjoy the beautiful scenery. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    7 hours (135 miles) from Gangotri

    In the morning, take a helicopter ride to the Kedarnath Temple and enjoy the breathtaking views. After lunch, trek to Vasuki Tal and admire the stunning natural beauty. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    8 hours (156 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, visit the Badrinath Temple and take a dip in the holy Tapt Kund. After lunch, hike to the beautiful Vasudhara Falls and enjoy the stunning views. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  5. Day 5: Auli
    1 hour (30 miles) from Badrinath

    In the morning, take the cable car to Auli and enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. After lunch, go on a nature walk and admire the beautiful scenery. In the evening, relax at the hotel and enjoy the mountain views.

  6. Day 6: Valley of Flowers National Park
    5 hours (90 miles) from Auli

    In the morning, visit the Valley of Flowers National Park and admire the beautiful array of alpine flowers. After lunch, go on a trek to Hemkund Sahib and enjoy the panoramic views. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    8 hours (156 miles) from Valley of Flowers National Park

    In the morning, visit the Beatles Ashram and admire the graffiti art. After lunch, go on a rafting adventure on the Ganges river and enjoy the picturesque views. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Triveni Ghat.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the nearby Kumbh Mela festival (if held in October 2023) for a unique cultural experience. Side trips to the nearby hill stations of Mussoorie and Nainital are also highly recommended for nature lovers. To maximize your fun, try participating in the adventure sports available in Rishikesh such as bungee jumping and zip-lining. Lastly, don't forget to sample the delicious local cuisine of Uttarakhand.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Helicopter ride to Kedarnath (1 hour, INR 7,000)
  • Cable car to Auli (30 minutes, INR 1,000)
  • Valley of Flowers National Park entry fee (1 day, INR 1,000)
  • River rafting in Rishikesh (1-2 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,500
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