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7-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    10 minutes (0.5 km) from Kedarnath Helipad

    In the morning, visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Take a dip in the holy Ganga river before the darshan. In the afternoon, explore the nearby Guptkashi town to experience the local Pahadi culture and cuisine. Spend the evening resting at the hotel.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal Trek
    1 hour (8 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Embark on a 6 km trek to Vasuki Tal, a high altitude lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas during the trek. In the evening, return to Kedarnath and relax at the hotel.

  3. Day 3: Triyuginarayan Temple
    1 hour 30 minutes (39 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Visit the ancient Triyuginarayan Temple, the place where Lord Shiva and Parvati got married according to Hindu mythology. Explore the scenic town of Triyuginarayan and indulge in the local street food. Return to Kedarnath in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Chorabari Tal Trek
    1 hour 30 minutes (9 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Embark on a 4 km trek to Chorabari Tal, also known as Gandhi Sarovar, a glacial lake named after Mahatma Gandhi. The trek offers stunning views of the Kedarnath range. Return to Kedarnath in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Sonprayag
    20 minutes (5 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Drive to Sonprayag and take a dip in the holy waters of the confluence of the Mandakini and Songanga rivers. Visit the nearby Raghunath Temple and enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Return to Kedarnath in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Gaurikund Trek
    1 hour (28 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Embark on a 14 km trek to Gaurikund, the starting point of the Kedarnath trek. The trek offers stunning views of the Mandakini river and the mountains. Explore the town of Gaurikund and indulge in the local cuisine. Return to Kedarnath in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Shankaracharya Samadhi
    20 minutes (1 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    In the morning, visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi, the final resting place of the great Hindu philosopher, Adi Shankaracharya. Explore the town of Kedarnath and indulge in the local street food. Take the helicopter back to Dehradun in the evening.

Recommendations

Take a side trip to the nearby town of Phata to visit the ancient Madmaheshwar Temple. Experience the thrill of white water rafting in the Mandakini river. Make sure to carry sufficient warm clothes as the temperature drops significantly in the evening.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal Trek (8 hours, 500 INR)
  • Triyuginarayan Temple (3 hours, free)
  • Chorabari Tal Trek (6 hours, 300 INR)
  • Sonprayag (2 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund Trek (10 hours, 800 INR)
  • Shankaracharya Samadhi (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 1,600 INR
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