Exploring Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in July 2023

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

   Visit the holy temple of Yamunotri in the morning, take a dip in the thermal springs at Janki Chatti in the afternoon, and witness the Aarti ceremony at the temple in the evening.

2. Day 2: Gangotri
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   5 hours (122 miles) from Yamunotri

   Explore the Gangotri temple and take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges in the morning. Trek to Gaumukh glacier in the afternoon and enjoy the stunning views of the mountains in the evening.

3. Day 3: Kedarnath
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   7 hours (168 miles) from Gangotri

   Visit the Kedarnath temple in the morning and trek to Vasuki Tal in the afternoon. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas in the evening.

4. Day 4: Badrinath
   8 hours (134 miles) from Kedarnath

   Visit the Badrinath temple in the morning. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs and witness the evening aarti ceremony in the temple in the evening.

5. Day 5: Valley of Flowers National Park
   2 hours (52 miles) from Badrinath

   Explore the beautiful Valley of Flowers National Park in the morning. Trek to Hemkund Sahib in the afternoon and witness the beautiful lake in the evening.

6. Day 6: Auli
   2 hours (51 miles) from Valley of Flowers National Park

   Visit the Auli ski resort and enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains in the morning. Trek to Gorson Bugyal in the afternoon and enjoy the sunset in the evening.

7. Day 7: Rishikesh
   9 hours (184 miles) from Auli

   Visit the Beatles Ashram and Ram Jhula in the morning. Take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges at Triveni Ghat in the afternoon. Attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you may want to consider visiting Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary or Mana Village. To maximize your fun, consider hiring a local guide for trekking and sightseeing. Make sure to pack comfortable shoes, warm clothing, and plenty of water.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Yamunotri Temple (2-3 hours, free)
• Janki Chatti Thermal Springs (1-2 hours, INR 150 per person)
• Gangotri Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Gaumukh Glacier Trek (6-7 hours, INR 2000 per person)
• Kedarnath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Vasuki Tal Trek (5-6 hours, INR 2500 per person)
• Badrinath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Valley of Flowers National Park (4-5 hours, INR 150 per person)
• Hemkund Sahib Trek (6-7 hours, INR 2500 per person)
• Auli Ski Resort (2-3 hours, INR 1000 per person)
• Gorson Bugyal Trek (3-4 hours, INR 1500 per person)
• Beatles Ashram (1-2 hours, INR 150 per person)
• Ram Jhula (1-2 hours, free)
• Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): INR 10,000 per person