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From Mumbai to Dehradun to Kedarnath: A Cultural Immersion Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Explore Dehradun
    25 minutes (15.2 km) from Dehradun Airport

    In the morning, visit the Robber's Cave, a naturally-formed cave that's a popular picnic spot for locals. In the afternoon, head to the Mindrolling Monastery, a Buddhist monastery that's home to a 103-feet high statue of Lord Buddha and beautiful gardens. End the day with a visit to the Tapkeshwar Temple, a revered Shiva temple located in a natural cave.

  2. Day 2: Discover Mussoorie
    1 hour 19 minutes (34.4 km) from Dehradun

    Start the day with a visit to the Kempty Falls, a scenic waterfall with a pool for swimming. In the afternoon, explore the Mussoorie Heritage Centre, a museum that showcases the history and culture of the hill station. Finally, take a cable car ride to Gun Hill for panoramic views of the Himalayas at sunset.

  3. Day 3: Trek to Kedarnath
    8 hours (255 km) from Mussoorie

    Take an early morning drive to Gaurikund, from where the trek to Kedarnath begins. The trek is approximately 16 km long and takes around 8 hours to complete. Along the way, witness the beauty of the Himalayas and visit the Bhairava temple and Gandhi Sarovar. Upon arrival at Kedarnath, visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the four sacred shrines in Hinduism.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting Rishikesh, a spiritual town located on the banks of the Ganges river. You can also go on a jungle safari at Rajaji National Park, which is home to tigers, elephants, and many other animals. To maximize your fun, try local street food such as chaat, kachori, and lassi. Our other suggestions include visiting the Forest Research Institute and the Sahastradhara waterfall in Dehradun.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Robber's Cave (2 hours, free)
  • Mindrolling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kempty Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Mussoorie Heritage Centre (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Cable car ride to Gun Hill (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Trek to Kedarnath (8 hours, INR 3000 for guide)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3450
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